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Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4.0 star property

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Golf
Aerial view
Interior entrance
Food court

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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7 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77554
  • Moody Gardens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

King with Sleeper Sofa, "Bayou" View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room , Bayou view

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double Room, Island View, Wheel Chair Accessible

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Two Queen Island View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(98 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One King with Sleeper Sofa, Island View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Queen No View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One King Pyramid View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Queen Pyramid View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One King with Sleeper Sofa, No View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room - Pyramid View - Disability Access

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Bayou View, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

Family-friendly Galveston resort connected to the convention centre, steps from Moody Gardens
4 restaurants, a marina and a full-service spa are available at this resort. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a water park (surcharge), an indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center offers 433 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Galveston resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding. Housekeeping is provided on request.

A marina, complimentary bicycles and a water park (surcharge) are featured at the resort. An indoor pool, an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness centre.

Guests aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The on-site spa has 4 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be connected to the convention centre and just a quick walk from Moody Gardens. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 4 restaurants and 2 bars. Some of the pet-friendly amenities that this property offers include food and water bowls and an off-lead area.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include 4 restaurants, a coffee shop, a swim-up bar and a poolside bar
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking, self-parking and extended parking available for a fee
  • Splash around at the water park or swim in the indoor and outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to body scrubs, hot stone massages or body treatments at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym, a steam room and a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the family-friendly amenities and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Moody Gardens and 9 minutes on foot from Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center offers its guests a full-service spa, a water park (surcharge), and a marina. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. Event space at this resort measures 99997 square feet (9290 square metres) and includes a conference centre. An outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a hot tub are also featured at the family-friendly Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Galveston resort.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center has 4 restaurants on site.
Late-night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Covered parking on site (USD 13 per night)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking on site (USD 13 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 21.95 to 23.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Ropes course
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Water park
  • Yoga classes
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water park (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (99,997 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 9 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 100.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guest access to the Palm Beach attraction is not included with the cost of stay. Tickets are available for purchase at the Front Desk or Palm Beach.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 October to 30 April:
  • Water park

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 125 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 125.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 21 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 21.95 to 23.95 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 13 per night
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 13 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 125.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 100.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests arriving after 8:00 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 21 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Moody Gardens Hotel
Moody Gardens Hotel Spa
Moody Gardens Hotel Spa Galveston
Moody Gardens Spa Galveston
Moody Gardens Spa
Moody Gardens Hotel Spa Convention Center
Moody Garns Hotel Galveston
Moody Gardens Hotel Spa Convention Center
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center Resort
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center Galveston
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center Resort Galveston

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1198 out of 1861 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1861 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 1861 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1861 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1861 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, nice room, but beds seem a bit worn out. Customer service just ok. Wait staff lackluster.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Denise

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everything closed at 4. Check in time was 4!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Food!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Employees were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didnt have to leave resort at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very pleasant experience!

The check in was really good and the ladies at the front desk were very nice and helpful. The rooms were cleaned and the hotel staff was very professional and friendly! i really like the hotel decor and activities!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Renyuan, sugarland

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Junilyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is dated, it definitely needs major upgrade, the shower bath takes so much time draining water and there is no exhaust in the restroom. The pool is alright it’s decent and there’s a lot of activities to do. Our room was dusty and rusty i think i was better off at a 2 star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Edith

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always enjoy my stays at Moody Garden... This trip had a few gliches in the room, ie: black out curtain waa broken, bathroom door knob broke and had to have maintenance get my grandson our of the room, a/c had to be qorkes on and door to balcony lock stuck and couldn't get it open...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICAH

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even with kids there it was pretty quiet. Also this is more like a resort than a hotel. It has a water park, aquarium and other attractiona on site including an ice cream parlor
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dominique

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay per usual
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rogelio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really clean and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hailey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Enjoyable. Staff is shorthanded.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristabel, Humble

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very profesional! Clean and beautiful! I miss my included breakfast that was the only thing that I didn’t like
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Amenities
Great place excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Grisel

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
This was our first time at the property, the person who did the gave minimal info about the hotels or at least guidance about the location of the elevators, I had to ask and her response was short
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tobi

Wouldn’t let me cancel my reservation
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness
Small pool, awkward public area layout but nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Struan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend getaway escape

This is the second time staying here. We attended the Varsity cheer event. Beautiful hotel, atmosphere and convenience is absolutely amazing. We definitely plan on returning for a family weekend getaway. Such a relaxing place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025