Old Central

Galveston

A coastal cityscape at sunset with tall buildings and a beach in the foreground.
A beach with rocky shores, a pier, amusement park rides, and a Ferris wheel.
A beach with a lifeguard tower, sandy shore, and ocean waves.
A beach with waves and a clear sky.
A sailing ship with multiple masts and sails, carrying passengers, and flying the American flag.

Stay near popular Old Central attractions

Moody Mansion Museum

9.4/10 (11 reviews)
Find out about the history of Galveston with a stop at Moody Mansion Museum. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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Things to do

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt

S$21
per adult
Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt
Self-Guided Galveston Ghost Audio Tour

Galveston Ghost Tour (Self-Guided Driving/Walking Audio Tour)

S$6
per adult
Galveston Ghost Tour (Self-Guided Driving/Walking Audio Tour)
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket

S$18
per adult
Galveston Naval Museum Admission Ticket
Segway Galveston Ghost tour

Haunted Legends: Segway Ghost Tour

S$98
per adult
Haunted Legends: Segway Ghost Tour
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion

S$32
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion
The Bryan Museum Admission

The Bryan Museum Admission

S$19
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Bryan Museum Admission
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Top hotels in Old Central

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 S$195 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
S$195
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,158 reviews)
"Beautiful property with spacious rooms. Did not like that the pool bar and pyramid and beach hours were not disclosed were closing earlier than states on their website. Bought advance tickets and at the 3pm check in was told they were closing at 4 instead of 7. One day pool bar and restaurant didn’t ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
5914 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is S$105 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
S$105
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
Beachfront Palms Resort Galveston, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

4 out of 5
5222 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is S$419 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
S$419
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,426 reviews)
"El hotel no está realmente al nivel para el costo q tiene una noche Es un hotel muy antiguo q no incluye nada Todo lo tienes q costear por tu cuenta y además q el hotel no está en buenas condiciones"

Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2026

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center
Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

2.5 out of 5
5924 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is S$136 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
S$136
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (365 reviews)
"Room and bathroom were small, however, was very clean and bed was comfortable. Would recommend."

Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2026

Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront
Galveston Beach Hotel

Galveston Beach Hotel

2.5 out of 5
8710 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
The price is S$84 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
S$84
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (3,236 reviews)
"Everything was good.Thank you"

Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2026

Galveston Beach Hotel
Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$303 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$303
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,232 reviews)
"BEAUTIFUL Hotel! Absolutely will return!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug, 2026

Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection
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Where to stay in Old Central

Find the best Old Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A waterfront with houses on stilts, calm water, and a sunset sky.
Photo by Jennie Dominicci
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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach.

A coastal road with houses and a beach.

Near West End

While visiting Near West End, you might make a stop by sights like Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark.

A sunset over the ocean with clouds reflecting on the water.

Jamaica Beach

Jamaica Beach is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Jamaica Beach and Galveston Island State Park Beach while you're in town.

A large, ornate building with a turret and a sign that reads 'Shop's Palace.'

Midtown

While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Galveston Seawall and Seawall Beach.

A coastal house with a wooden deck, a large white building with a dark roof, and a palm tree.

Sea Isle

While visiting Sea Isle, you might make a stop by sights like Sea Isle Beach and Terramar Beach.

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