Title: Pelican Island Travel Guide: Best of Pelican Island, Galveston Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Pelican Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Pelican-Island-Galveston-Hotels.0-n553248635976478162-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Galveston](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Galveston.d1341.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Pelican Island Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Pelican-Island.d553248635976478162.Car-Hire-Guide)[Pelican Island Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Pelican-Island.d553248635976478162.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Pelican Island Travel Guide ## Galveston ![Pelican Island Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976478162/b462cd70-5f8a-4a39-8a3b-f05d68f2048d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pelican Island Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976478162/b462cd70-5f8a-4a39-8a3b-f05d68f2048d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pelicans at Galveston Island, TX](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976478162/bf658b74-1530-4480-ae8e-873e36c3d3b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![WWII submarine dry docked ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1341/6a3928a7-cf15-4507-bec1-2074f06d0620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Pelican Island Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Galveston travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Galveston.dx1341) --- ### Popular places to visit ![WWII submarine dry docked ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1341/6a3928a7-cf15-4507-bec1-2074f06d0620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Seawolf-Park-Pelican-Island.d6082163.Attraction) ![huge cruise liner stands off the coast of Vancouver Canada Place flag flying over the Pacific Ocean sails a beautiful view of the city on the water Canada 2023](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6257015/78176553-254b-4336-922f-29bf0914bba5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal 4/5(2 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Of-Galveston-Cruise-Terminal-Galveston.d6257015.Attraction) ![Evening sun illuminates the Seawall at Galveston, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635389802707/d076bf4d-1ae6-45d6-9f7e-11fb99654fd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galveston-Seawall-Galveston.d553248635389802707.Attraction) ![Aerial panorama sunset over Port of Galveston Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082159/7d49c9b6-d41a-4fc6-a16d-461b5faaa7c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port of Galveston 4/5(5 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Of-Galveston-Strand-Historic-District.d6082159.Attraction) ![Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6163515/e2f02306-31fe-48e4-9420-91c7aa89a679.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galveston-Island-Historic-Pleasure-Pier-Galveston.d6163515.Attraction) ![View towards Moody gardens in Galveston, Texas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082155/eee5fc7c-7e98-46dd-8194-08bf84cf40e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Moody Gardens 4/5(2 reviews) More than just a theme park: an aquarium, zoo, museums and rides on beautiful Galveston Bay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Moody-Gardens-Galveston.d6082155.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46593589/f8a38859-89a0-446b-a95b-5b32f8d02ef4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion £14 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tour-galvestons-1895-moody-mansion.a46593589.activity-details) ![Galveston Seawall SegwayTour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2428203/f86efd09-c67a-4c1c-988e-6968723edf65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galveston Seawall SegwayTour £38 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galveston-seawall-segwaytour.a2428203.activity-details) ![Visit The Bryan Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2389385/e3215ba0-aea9-467e-80db-d6786aca9aef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Bryan Museum Admission £11 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-bryan-museum-admission.a2389385.activity-details) ![ Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2304773/df1417f9-bf52-4557-bcd2-6117277018aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Groovy Galveston Scavenger Hunt £12 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/groovy-galveston-scavenger-hunt.a2304773.activity-details) ![Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1225449/01cc1202-557f-45cb-954f-c6b1e4b34da6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ghost On the Strand Ghost Tour £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ghost-on-the-strand-ghost-tour.a1225449.activity-details) ![Public Historical Carriage Tour in Galveston ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46573290/30d9e8bd-6fdf-4040-973e-b1a92276ab21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Public Group Historical Carriage Tour of Galveston £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/public-group-historical-carriage-tour-of-galveston.a46573290.activity-details) [See all activities in Galveston](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Galveston.d1341.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Pelican Island ![Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1500/1459/3c5ef440_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Clarion Pointe Galveston - Beachfront 5914 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX £53 16 Feb - 17 Feb 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. ... 7.4/10 Good! (250 reviews) This hotel was a perfect start to our cruise. The check-in was seamless, the room was clean. If I had to come up with a complaint I thought I had booked a king bed but got a room with 2 queen beds. Not a big deal at all but it did seem the room was a little tight. Aside from that, I would book to ... Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=1459&PinnedHotelID=1459&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478162) ![Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/160000/157300/157238/2dae7fa0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center 7 Hope Blvd Galveston TX £102 16 Feb - 17 Feb 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. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,032 reviews) The location was ideal for our post cruise stay. The staff was amazing especially Michele at the bell desk: The property was awesome with so much to do. The rain forest and the aquarium pyramids are a must see. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=157238&PinnedHotelID=157238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478162) ![The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4532/ccd523bb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center 5222 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX £223 19 Feb - 20 Feb 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,181 reviews) We came here to celebrate my mom's birthday. The hotel was really nice. The rooms were remodeled and very nice. They treated us like royalty. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=4532&PinnedHotelID=4532&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478162) ![Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8600/8509/fe0c81e9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection 2024 Seawall Blvd Galveston TX Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £174 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees 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. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,280 reviews) Beautiful hotel! Everything was great. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=8509&PinnedHotelID=8509&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478162) ![Gaido's Seaside Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8770000/8761300/8761261/20acee71_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gaido's Seaside Inn 3700 Seawall Boulevard Galveston TX £59 25 Feb - 26 Feb 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 pool in their reviews. Popular ... 8/10 Very Good! (2,148 reviews) clean room, excellent breakfast Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=8761261&PinnedHotelID=8761261&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478162) ![Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/340000/330300/330270/99f24c0f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21 28 Pier 21 Galveston TX £96 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galveston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,917 reviews) Close to everything Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=330270&PinnedHotelID=330270&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976478162) [See all 6,021 properties in Pelican Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976478162) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Pelican Island hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976478162&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976478162&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976478162&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976478162&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976478162&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976478162&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Pelican Island ![In front of the hotel.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1341/92238702-0827-4534-a7e6-c56578928549.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Strand Theatre while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galveston-Strand-Historic-District.dx6163481) ![In front of the hotel.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1341/92238702-0827-4534-a7e6-c56578928549.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Downtown Galveston While visiting Historic Downtown Galveston, you might make a stop by sights like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Strand Theatre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galveston-Historic-Downtown-Galveston.dx864599454899269632) ![The Bishop's Palace, also known as Gresham's Castle, is an ornate Victorian-style house, located on Broadway and 14th Street in the East End Historic District of Galveston, Texas. #Architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1341/3795f1ab-4d5b-49f2-b062-2c79915edacf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East End If you're spending some time in East End, East End Historic District and Bishop's Palace are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galveston-East-End.dx864599704210804736) ![If find yourself in Galveston and you want to get away from the Seawall crowds then this is a great beach to visit. Most days you’ll find that it isn’t crowded at all, only a few people around. Follow the picturesque white boardwalk to a trail that will lead you to the beach. Be sure to stop and smell the many flowers along the way—just remember to keep off the dunes and watch out for rattlesnakes.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1341/803696f6-7ef5-45fa-b15b-8f6d6d75b26f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Central If you're spending some time in Old Central, Moody Mansion Museum and Betty Head Oleander Garden Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galveston-Old-Central.dx864601060011180032) ![One of our favorite little weekend getaways is a quick 45 minute drive from Houston. The Hotel Galvez and Spa has been the grand hotel of the Galveston sea wall since 1911. Originally built to help Galveston tourism recover from the devastation of the great hurricane of 1900 that almost ended the life of this island city. Charming architecture, beautiful pool, great bars and amenities. Given its age and history it has more than a few ghost stories as well. The Hotel is a member of Historic Hotels of America, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1341/91d79fb1-62da-46a4-abb7-2d0d43cb01a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### San Jacinto While visiting San Jacinto, you might make a stop by sights like East End Historic District and Seawall Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galveston-San-Jacinto.dx864600213820825600) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kempner Park While visiting Kempner Park, you might make a stop by sights like Seawall Beach and McGuire-Dent Recreation Center. 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