Some Galveston hotels offer cruise port shuttle service.
The Port of Galveston, Texas, is a convenient port from which to cruise the Caribbean and a much less crowded facility compared to the Florida ports. The port is about a one hour drive from Houston. Some of the area hotels provide free shuttle service to hotel guests who are cruise passengers (either before or after the cruise), along with free parking for the duration of your cruise. Considering the fact that parking at the port is $70 for seven days, this is a considerable savings.
Holiday Inn Galveston on the Beach
The Holiday Inn Galveston on the beach is less than a 10-minute ride from the cruise ship port. The hotel provides a free shuttle service to the port and free parking in the hotel lot while you're on your cruise. This hotel sits on the beach and features balcony rooms overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Amenities include a tropical pool, tennis courts, a fitness center on site and a spa next-door that can be used by guests.
Holiday Inn Galveston on the Beach
5002 Seawall Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77551
409-740-3581
holidayinn.com
The Tremont House - A Wyndham Historic Hotel
The Tremont House is a historic hotel that resides in the city's Strand District. The Victorian hotel traces its history back to 1839. Rooms combine old world charm with modern features, as guests will find marble bathrooms with towel warmers and robes, wrought-iron beds and wireless Internet access. The historic district is noted for its boutiques, restaurants, art galleries and museums. The hotel is only two blocks from the cruise terminal and offers free shuttle service to the port.
The Tremont House - A Wyndham Historic Hotel
2300 Ships Mechanic Row
Galveston, TX 77550
409-763-0300
wyndhamtremonthouse.com
La Quinta Inn & Suites Galveston Seawall West
Located just one mile from the cruise ship terminal, the La Quinta sits on the Galveston Seawall overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. All rooms have balconies and offer an outdoor pool, free wireless Internet access, a business center and laundry facilities. The hotel is a non-smoking facility and all guests receive a free breakfast. Cruise passengers can purchase a "Park 'n' Cruise" package which includes a shuttle to the port and parking at the hotel for up to seven days.
La Quinta Inn & Suites
Galveston Seawall , W.
8710 Seawall Blvd
Galveston, TX 77554
409-740-9100
lq.com
Moody Gardens Hotel
For those who enjoy nature, the Moody Gardens Hotel is an apt choice as it features a large botanical garden and aquarium. Its more than 400 rooms offer views of Galveston Bay. Amenities include large flat screen televisions, high-speed Internet access, bathrobes, refrigerators, microwaves and turn down service. The hotel offers a free shuttle to the port for cruise passengers.
Moody Gardens Hotel
Seven Hope Blvd.
Galveston, TX 77554
409-741-8484
moodygardenshotel.com
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