What's it like in Old Central?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Galveston's Old Central neighbourhood has to offer. Are you looking for Old Central travel tips? Make sure that you visit Moody Mansion Museum and Betty Head Oleander Garden Park while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Old Central?

Based on our traveller data, Carr Mansion is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Central. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking.

How many hotels will I find in Old Central?

Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodation options in Old Central to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Galveston area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Central, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Old Central.

What is there to do in this Galveston neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Old Central are Moody Mansion Museum and Betty Head Oleander Garden Park. While you're out sightseeing in Galveston, make sure that you visit other sights such as Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal or Galveston Seawall.

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Our top choices for Old Central hotels

1. Carr Mansion

Old Central

Nico

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston North at I-45

Near West End, 2.9 km from Old Central

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

3. TRU BY Hilton Galveston

Fort Crockett, 2.2 km from Old Central

Cynthia

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

4. Seabreeze Hotel, An Ascend Collection Hotel

San Jacinto, 2.2 km from Old Central

Christy

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

5. Baymont by Wyndham Galveston

Near West End, 3.6 km from Old Central

Ray

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

Fort Crockett, 1.9 km from Old Central

Hoang

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Galveston

Fort Crockett, 2.2 km from Old Central

Christina

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Galveston

Near West End, 3.9 km from Old Central

Lovevill

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

9. Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

Strand Historic District, 2.3 km from Old Central

Laura

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Galveston Island

Fort Crockett, 2 km from Old Central

Armando

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

11. Springhill Suites by Marriott Galveston

Near West End, 3 km from Old Central

Brenda L

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall

Near West End, 3.8 km from Old Central

Dalefina

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

13. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Galveston - Beachfront

Fort Crockett, 2 km from Old Central

Corbett

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

14. Sleep Inn & Suites Galveston Island

Near West End, 3.4 km from Old Central

Ashley

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

15. The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Strand Historic District, 2 km from Old Central

Zinia

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Galveston Central Island near Pier

Kempner Park, 2 km from Old Central

Gary

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

17. Inn at The Waterpark

Near West End, 4.9 km from Old Central

Kirshner

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

18. Holiday Inn Resort: Galveston-On The Beach by IHG

Midtown, 2.7 km from Old Central

Jeffrey

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

19. Candlewood Suites Galveston by IHG

Midtown, 2.7 km from Old Central

Tawnda

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

20. Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

Midtown, 3.5 km from Old Central

Tarik

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

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Where to stay in Old Central

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A waterfront with houses on stilts, calm water, and a sunset sky.

West End

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

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Near West End

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

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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.

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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.

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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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Top Old Central Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

8/10 Good

"Room and staff were good, the only issue, the room smelled muggy, like a little moldy in the wall A/C unit. I cannot handle that smell, so not sure I can stay in this hotel again. Other than that, it is so easy and close to walk to the ship/cruise, and two seafood restaurants on either side of it. Very nice."

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"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 open at all."

Holiday Inn Resort: Galveston-On The Beach by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This place was GREAT. The room was perfect with balcony with chairs, plenty of towels, soft bed that felt like sleeping on a cloud. Pool area was great and the food in the cafe was good but not great. Location is great for going to Rainforest Cafe, and the beach is a very short walk. Would book this hotel again. The only disappointment was you pay a high price for the room but not happy they make you pay extra to park🤔"

Inn at The Waterpark

8/10 Good

"The room was spacious, and cool. The staff wasn’t the greatest help when checking in at night. The mini golf area was flooded while we stayed so we didn’t get to use it. The breakfast was just cereal. And the stairs to get to the top levels could use some maintance, they were missing chunks of concrete."

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Our top choices for Old Central hotels

1. Carr Mansion

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston North at I-45

3. TRU BY Hilton Galveston

4. Seabreeze Hotel, An Ascend Collection Hotel

5. Baymont by Wyndham Galveston

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Galveston

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Galveston

9. Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Galveston Island

11. Springhill Suites by Marriott Galveston

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Galveston West Seawall

13. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Galveston - Beachfront

14. Sleep Inn & Suites Galveston Island

15. The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Galveston Central Island near Pier

17. Inn at The Waterpark

18. Holiday Inn Resort: Galveston-On The Beach by IHG

19. Candlewood Suites Galveston by IHG

20. Hyatt Select Galveston - Beachfront

Where to stay in Old Central

West End

Near West End

Jamaica Beach

Midtown

Sea Isle

Top Old Central Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

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