Pelican Island Travel Guide

Galveston

Pelican Island
Pelican Island
Photo by Carl Tucker
Photo by Carl Tucker

Popular places to visit

Seawolf Park

Seawolf Park

After visiting Seawolf Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Galveston. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Seawolf Park
Galveston Seawall

Galveston Seawall

5/5(5 reviews)

You can learn about the local history of Galveston when you make a stop at a well-known site such as Galveston Seawall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galveston Seawall
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Ride the thrilling swings over the Gulf of Mexico and browse the shops and restaurants on this fun and scenic pier.

Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Moody Gardens

Moody Gardens

4/5(2 reviews)

This impressive theme park in Galveston Bay features a zoo, an aquarium, museums and rides.

Moody Gardens
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a day twisting and turning on water slides or just relax in a pool with a swim-up bar at this popular water park.

Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
San Luis Beach

San Luis Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Luis Beach during your trip to West End?

San Luis Beach

Top hotels in Pelican Island

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
4 out of 5
7 Hope Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ₹12,358 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
₹12,358
₹14,212 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,803 reviews)
"My room was clean but rusted hinges in bathroom, peeling wallpaper gave a dated look. Property is nice and landscaping kept up, jogging trail could be refinished, again dated/old looking."

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ₹5,026 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
₹5,026
₹5,779 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
6.8/10 (2,938 reviews)
Will stay again
"Really nice place for the stay and the staff was very friendly. The breakfast was really big and fresh."

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2025

Beachfront Palms Hotel Galveston
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ₹15,547 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
₹15,547
₹17,879 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,487 reviews)
"An amazing and beautiful property. Historic and enchanting, we loved staying here. However, this hotel is the only great thing going on in Galveston. The rooms are clean and updated, the staff is welcoming and kind. The breakfast was not very good so I suggest eating breakfast somewhere else."

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Hilton Galveston Island Resort
3.5 out of 5
5400 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ₹10,825 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
₹10,825
₹12,449 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,138 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with swim up bar!"

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Hilton Galveston Island Resort
Galveston Beach Hotel
Galveston Beach Hotel
2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ₹5,942 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
₹5,942
₹6,833 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,469 reviews)
Right across from the beach!
"Great hotel!"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

Galveston Beach Hotel
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX
The price is ₹6,466 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
₹6,466
₹7,436 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,456 reviews)
"NA"

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Galveston - Beachfront
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Other neighbourhoods around Pelican Island

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Strand Historic District

Strand Historic District is a destination visitors seek out for its pristine beaches, ample dining options and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal or Port of Galveston while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Strand Historic District
Galveston showing a house, night scenes and heritage architecture

Historic Downtown Galveston

While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston.

Historic Downtown Galveston
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East End

If you're spending some time in East End, East End Historic District and Bishop's Palace are top sights worth seeing.

East End
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San Jacinto

While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and East End Historic District.

San Jacinto
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Kempner Park

While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and Silk Stocking Historic District.

Kempner Park
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East Beach

While East Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Galveston Seawall and Stewart Beach.

East Beach

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