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Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center
4 stars

Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center

7 Hope Boulevard, Galveston, TX 77554, United States
Galveston, TX
See location+1 409 741 8484
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$79
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8.5
Very good
based on 2416 reviews
2,416 reviews

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Located southeast of Houston, Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center is a popular destination that offers an array of rooms and activities to cater to a large number of travelers and tourists. In addition to the various accommodations, it has 103,000 square feet of event space and plenty of dining options.

The hotel is situated near a number of attractions and local historical spots. In terms of points of interest for the island, there is the popular Aquarium, East Beach, Pocket Park, and the Galveston Island State Park. A short drive over the bridge to the mainland will allow access to plenty of shopping, local restaurants, and golf courses where visitors can play a round or two during the day. There are also movie theaters, kayak rental, and jet ski options.

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center features rooms of various sizes that range from two-bed guest rooms that feature queen-size beds with TVs, desks, Wi-Fi access, and an island view, all the way to deluxe suites that provide dedicated dining and living areas along with lavish décor. The suites vary in themes, such as the Captain suite that is designed to speak to a sailor’s heart as it boasts nautical influences and striking blue colors.

The hotel has six restaurants and bars where guests can enjoy refreshing beverages or delicious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Room service can be ordered 24 hours a day. It offers spa services and a fitness center. Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center also features activities for kids, as well as a pool to enjoy.

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8.5
Very good
Based on 2,416 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center

  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Shower chair
  • Adapted bath
  • Toilet with grab rails

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Entertainment staff
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beach access
  • Golf
  • Beauty salon
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Pool table

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Radio
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' club
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Playground

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • EV charging station
  • Valet parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Drying rack for clothing

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center

8.5
Very good
2416 verified ratings
Wonderful
1396
Very good
336
Good
245
Okay
109
Fair
140
Mediocre
58
Poor
132

Summary of reviews

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Guests expressed disappointment with the service quality, citing rude staff and long waits, while some appreciated the comfortable atmosphere and helpful shuttle service. The cleanliness of the hotel was also a concern for several reviewers, but many enjoyed the relaxing environment and amenities offered, such as the outdoor pool and restaurant views.
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Atmosphere8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
Service1 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2024
Everything was great!
8.0
Very good
douglas, Dec 2023
Festival lights. Better buffet.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Aug 2022
The furniture inside the room was damaged. Mirror had a crack and lamp was functional but broken
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2017
Pros (+) Amenities
Cons (-) Not extremely close to the beach but not far at all
9.7
Wonderful
Thomas, Mar 2017
Pros (+) Very Kid Friendly, lots of Activities, Close to Everything Galveston has to offer.
Cons (-) Water pressure to the showers is pretty weak.
8.0
Very good
Della, Mar 2016
Pros (+) Cleanliness atmosphere the hospitality
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2016
Pros (+) We have stayed at All the finer Hotels on Galveston Island. Moody Gardens is by far the Nicest, cleanest and updated Hotel on the island. We were in town meeting with a Real Estate agent and decided to give Moody Gardens a try since we had never stayed there. We were Pleasantly Surprised. This Hotel was Spotless and the staff was more than friendly and seemed Happy to be there.
Cons (-) We couldn't stay longer. This Hotel is Not on the beach so that might be a drawback for some. It does however have the waterpark which is the bomb for kids.
6.0
Okay
Anonymous, Nov 2015
Pros (+) Air went out the 1st night and didn't have hot water the next morning.
Cons (-) Room issues and inflated prices
6.5
Okay
sylviabalboni, Aug 2015
Pros (+) The room decor and comfort was nice. What followed was distressing......
Cons (-) My purse was stolent in front of the reception desk. I spoke out openly in the lobby stating, " My purse was stolen help!" No one came to help. I went to the reception desk and said the same thing, described the purse to the receptionist at the checkin desk, and she asked me what i wanted her to do. Shocked, I went to the bell desk and repeated that my purse had been stolen asking if they'd seen a...
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Location

7 Hope Boulevard, Galveston, TX 77554

What's nearby

  • Moody Gardens289 yd
  • Lone Star Flight Museum0.3 mi
  • Galveston Causeway2.6 mi
  • Saints Constantine and Helen Serbian Orthodox Church2.7 mi
  • Grace Episcopal Church Galveston Texas3.1 mi
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier3.8 mi
  • Railroad Museum3.9 mi
  • Ashton Villa4 mi
  • Rosenberg Library4 mi
  • Port of Galveston4 mi
  • St. Joseph's Church Galveston Texas4.1 mi
  • The Strand Historic District4.1 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

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Essential information about Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center

Low season

March

High season

April

Average price (weeknight)

$208

Average price (weekend night)

$295
Cheapest month to stay with an average 44% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 44% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center, plan to stay on a Sunday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $144, while the most expensive was $354.
  • How long should you stay at Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center

  • How can my children be entertained at the Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa And Convention Center?

    Ice-skating, the Festival of Lights, or a meeting with SpongeBob and his entourage – all is possible during a stay at the Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa And Convention Center and will certainly keep your children entertained. The SpongeBob SubPants Adventure Park excites with a simulated underwater adventure where children can meet their heroes. For a gripping and adventurous experience, stop by the 4D Special Effects Theater where shows start every 20m and take you on an unforgettable ride.

  • Can I book a romantic package at the Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa And Convention Center spa?

    Fun family activities are surely one reason to visit the hotel, but time for two cannot be forgotten. Take a bubbly bath and enjoy a couple’s massage with the Romantic Retreat package available at the hotel spa. The wellness time is capped off with champagne and chocolate covered strawberries for a well-rounded inner and outer relaxation experience.

  • What kind of event venues are available if I want to host an event at the Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa And Convention Center?

    Being a convention center and a hotel, the venue and meeting facilities are one-of-a-kind at the Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa And Convention Center. The hotel does not only offer various rooms in different sizes, but also provides a full-fledged event team on your side to ensure everything runs smoothly. From the decoration to the catering, here you don’t have to worry about anything. The ballrooms can either be divided into various sections or kept whole for a wedding reception or other bigger event. The Expo Hall impresses with 60,000 sq ft of convention space and can fit up to 7,000 people in it.

  • What makes the restaurant at the Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa And Convention Center worth visiting?

    Ordering room service and eating in can be convenient, but with the exquisite hotel, restaurant, and bars spreading across the hotel premises, it would be a pity not to make use of them. The hotel’s pride lies in Shearn’s Seafood Prime Steaks restaurant, which boasts incredibly delicious variations crafted by highly acclaimed Chef Felipe Gonzalez. Open Tuesdays to Saturdays from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm, you and your family can enjoy haute cuisine at this prime culinary destination.

  • Which activities are part of the Kids’ Crew at the Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa And Convention Center?

    At Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa And Convention Center, the hotel’s Kids’ Crew supports you in entertaining your children with free family activities that vary from season to season, but are always fun. Scavenger hunts, face painting, karaoke, crafting, and much more is on the agenda, which also allows parents to relax for a little while.

  • Is the easiest way to reach the Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa And Convention Center by car?

    As the hotel is located on Galveston Island, a few miles from Houston, the only way to reach your destination is by car or taxi. If you drive yourself and come from Hobby Airport, you can take the I-45 S for a direct connection to the hotel. The ride will take about 45m if there is little traffic.

  • Where is Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center located?

    Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center is located at 7 Hope Boulevard, 3.8 miles from the center of Galveston. Moody Gardens is the closest landmark to Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center.

  • Does Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center from the airport?

    Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center is 36.8 miles from Houston Hobby. Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center is 57.8 miles from Houston George Bush Intcntl.

  • Does Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center have a pool?

    Yes, Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center in Galveston and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center.

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Value for money

8.1

Distance to city center

3.8 mi