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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A garden with raised beds, a tree, and a wooden deck.

A dining area with a large wooden table, upholstered chairs, pendant lighting, and a chalkboard with writing.

A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, a sofa, a coffee table, and a rug.

1. St Helen s House Historic District

East End, 0.6 mi from Pier 21

Marjorie

£64

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A large building with a sign reading "Harbor House Hotel and Marina" at the entrance, featuring a staircase leading up to the main doors.

A reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a white sofa, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, and dining table.

2. Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

Strand Historic District, < 0.1 mi from Pier 21

Mark

£118

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A two-story house with a balcony on each floor, a front door, and a small front yard with a brick pathway and red flowers.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a blue runner.

A brick building with outdoor seating and string lights.

A grand room with a classic armchair, a glass coffee table with a book and flowers, a staircase, and a door.

3. The 1890 Freeman House

East End, 0.4 mi from Pier 21

Jessica

£158

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A grand building with ornate columns and a balcony adorned with lights.

A stone statue in a courtyard with ornate white columns and a balcony adorned with lights.

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a fireplace.

A room with hardwood flooring, a ceiling fan, a door with a window, a small table with a vase, and a gray armchair.

4. The George Manor

East End, 0.5 mi from Pier 21

Kerri

£156

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a well-maintained hedge in front.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

A traditional living room with a chandelier, two sofas, a coffee table, and a large wooden clock.

A two-story building with a balcony on the second floor, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a well-maintained lawn.

5. The Lasker Inn - B&B

San Jacinto, 0.8 mi from Pier 21

Michael

£193

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

A dining room with a chandelier, a large mirror, and a vase of flowers on the table.

A wooden staircase with a curved design, leading to a landing with a potted plant and a table.

A two-story building with a balcony, a flag, and Mardi Gras decorations.

6. Coppersmith Inn B&B

San Jacinto, 0.8 mi from Pier 21

luiggi

£228

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a coffee machine.

A swimming pool with a black metal fence, a lifeguard stand, and a sign indicating no diving.

A multi-story building with a sign reading "Sea Breeze."

A modern dining area with striped upholstered chairs and light-colored tables, featuring artwork on the walls and a neutral color palette.

7. Seabreeze Hotel, An Ascend Collection Hotel

San Jacinto, 1.3 mi from Pier 21

Tonni

£79

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious living room with a grand staircase, wooden flooring, and a chandelier.

A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a front entrance with a door, and a number '511' on the front.

A room with a dark wooden cabinet, a white countertop, and a large mirror.

A balcony with wooden railings, palm trees, and a view of residential buildings.

8. The Mansion on 17th

East End, 0.4 mi from Pier 21

Dereck

£114

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A two-story house with a front porch, a staircase, and a white picket fence.

A street lamp with decorative elements and a building with balconies in the background.

A spacious living room with a large arched doorway, a blue armchair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A well-lit living room with leather chairs, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

9. Carr Mansion

Old Central, 1.2 mi from Pier 21

Prisilla

£220

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A cozy living room with a large window overlooking the sea, a comfortable seating area, and a dining table with chairs.

A spacious living room with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious room with large windows, a wooden desk, and a potted plant.

A hotel patio with wooden furniture, umbrellas, and a sign reading "Hotel Lucine."

10. Hotel Lucine

San Jacinto, 1.2 mi from Pier 21

Felicia

£115

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A grand dining hall with a large chandelier, elegant chandeliers, and a central table displaying 'GRAND GALEVZ'.

A grand hallway with a checkered floor, ornate chandeliers, and seating areas.

A luxurious lobby with a brown leather sofa, a round table, and a chandelier.

11. Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

San Jacinto, 1.2 mi from Pier 21

Yolanda

£179

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A swimming pool with multiple umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, TV, ceiling fan, and a plant.

A modern kitchen with a built-in TV displaying a show, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a patterned backsplash.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a coffee machine, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Galveston Island Pool Suites

Kempner Park, 1.3 mi from Pier 21

Alex

£76

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A poolside area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

A modern lobby with green upholstered sofas, a reception desk, a refrigerator stocked with snacks, and a large window offering a view of the city.

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean, a thatched-roof structure, and a fenced area with yellow umbrellas.

A buffet with labeled food stations including omelets and cheese.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

Fort Crockett, 1.8 mi from Pier 21

Raul

£81

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and armchair, a small table, a bench, and a separate bathroom with a bathtub.

A reception desk with two computer monitors, a printer, and a keyboard. There are two office chairs and a vase with decorative items.

A modern living room with a brown sofa, striped cushions, a coffee table, and patterned armchairs.

A home gym with various exercise equipment including a treadmill, elliptical, and weight machines.

14. Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites By The Beach

1.5 mi from Pier 21

Angela

£65

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An outdoor swimming pool area with a basketball hoop, a water fountain, and a building with stone facade and multiple windows.

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, blue cushioned seating, a grill station, and a pergola overhead.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a kitchen in the background, and a ceiling fan.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Homewood Suites" sign at the top.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Galveston

1.5 mi from Pier 21

Terrany

£92

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A reception area with a stone-patterned counter, a white door, and a sign stating "Sorry, no pets allowed."

A conference room with a large table and chairs, a window with blinds, and a small desk with a computer.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of the beach.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

16. The Mariner

San Jacinto, 1.2 mi from Pier 21

Ane

£45

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A coastal road with a beach and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a small table.

A modern lobby with green upholstered sofas, a reception desk, a refrigerator stocked with snacks, and a seating area with a patterned sofa and a small table.

A buffet with labeled trays of turkey sausage, bacon, and cookies.

17. Holiday Inn Express And Suites Galveston Beach

Fort Crockett, 1.9 mi from Pier 21

Jose

£80

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern living room with a blue sofa, grey armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A modern kitchen with white subway tiles, a long counter with various appliances, and a coffee station.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a small seating area, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, two grey armchairs, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Galveston Central Island near Pier

Kempner Park, 1.6 mi from Pier 21

Nakeysha

£65

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs, a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and a sign for 'Longboard Pool Bar'.

A balcony with a white railing, a brown wicker sofa with cushions, a potted plant, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A hotel lobby with a circular ceiling light, seating area, reception desk, and a view into the dining area.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large circular chandelier.

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Galveston Beach

San Jacinto, 1.2 mi from Pier 21

Monica

£92

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view into the kitchen.

A living room with a dark sofa, white curtains, a lamp, and a small table.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a chalkboard with 'Welcome Sunshine' written on it, and a neon sign saying 'You are my Sunshine.'

20. Charming Condos in Galveston

Kempner Park, 1.4 mi from Pier 21

Tarek

£70

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Pier 21

Property	Property class	Guest rating
St Helen s House Historic District	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21	9.4 Exceptional 2,054 reviews	View
The 1890 Freeman House	9.8 Exceptional 325 reviews	View
The George Manor	9.8 Exceptional 532 reviews	View
The Lasker Inn - B&B	10.0 Exceptional 24 reviews	View

Top Pier 21 Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location for water lovers. Peaceful, quiet. 3 great walkable restaurants. Harbor boat tours leave right outside at the marina. Super convenient!"

The Mansion on 17th

8/10 Good

"This is a great B&B, we would stay again, but not in suite 4. It is much too small."

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"This destination offersl an exceptional environment for those seeking a relaxing getaway. Take advantage of the convenient parking facilities provided on the premises. The outdoor pool and swim-up bar creates a refreshing atmosphere perfect for unwinding throughout the day."

Enjoy a Night at the Galveston Museum aboard the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car

8/10 Good

"Fun place to stay, buts its not a modern hotel. Take things in stride, your a guest staying in a museum. It's a fantastic peice of history you can stay in."

Cozy Historic Loft, Steps from The Strand

10/10 Excellent

"Was a great way to have family time when and where we needed it . Everyone was together yet plenty of space."

Stylish Downtown Loft, Walk to The Strand

8/10 Good

"For the price it's a cute space!"

The 1890 Freeman House

10/10 Excellent

"We loved this place! We stayed in the signature room and felt very fancy being in such a beautiful historical place within walking distance to restaurants. Much different vibe than your typical Galveston beach hotel. The soaking tub was very nice as well and super cool balcony. We will be back!"

The George Manor

10/10 Excellent

"This property is superior in every way!! Was looking for an out of the hustle & bustle of the seaside accommodations and this was it! Walking distance to historic district and other Galveston Island attractions. Chef/proprietors Michael & Rosie could not do enough to make us feel welcomed and comfortable. Didn’t have the pleasure of dinner but breakfast was perfect and prepared specifically for us. Loved the grounds, house, and perfectly detailed suite/cottage. Kuddis & thank you to them 😊"

Historic Downtown Galveston Flat in Prime Location

10/10 Excellent

"We loved it here, beautiful place to stay, beds are comfortable and shower is very nice. Arcade games are an awesome bonus "

Other attractions near Pier 21

Port of Galveston

8.8/10 (3,297 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Galveston with a trip to Port of Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Texas Seaport Museum

8.6/10 (94 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Texas Seaport Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum

You can study the exhibits at Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Galveston. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Saengerfest Park

Explore the great outdoors at Saengerfest Park, a lovely green space in Galveston. Wander through the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Strand Theatre

8.8/10 (43 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Strand Theatre, a popular theatre in Galveston. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

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Galveston History Museum

7.8/10 (9 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Galveston History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Galveston. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

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Old Quarter Acoustic Café

You can get tickets for a performance at Old Quarter Acoustic Café during your stay in Galveston. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its lively bars.

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Galveston Art League Gallery

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Galveston Art League Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Galveston. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Pier 21?

Pier 21 is located in a historic area of Galveston known for its beautiful beaches and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 337 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Pier 21?

Adjacent to Pier 21, Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21 is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a marina and free breakfast. Other good choices within a short distance include The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel and The Mansion on 17th.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Pier 21?

Expedia has 337 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Pier 21.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Pier 21, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Pier 21.

What can I see and do near Pier 21?

You'll want to browse the collections at Galveston Railroad Museum, The Bryan Museum and Texas Seaport Museum. Explore landmarks like Galveston Seawall, Grand 1894 Opera House and East End Historic District. You can enjoy live performances at Strand Theatre and Old Quarter Acoustic Café.

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Our top choices for Pier 21 hotels

1. St Helen s House Historic District

2. Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

3. The 1890 Freeman House

4. The George Manor

5. The Lasker Inn - B&B

6. Coppersmith Inn B&B

7. Seabreeze Hotel, An Ascend Collection Hotel

8. The Mansion on 17th

9. Carr Mansion

10. Hotel Lucine

11. Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

12. Galveston Island Pool Suites

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galveston Beach by IHG

14. Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites By The Beach

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Galveston

16. The Mariner

17. Holiday Inn Express And Suites Galveston Beach

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Galveston Central Island near Pier

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Galveston Beach

20. Charming Condos in Galveston

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Top Pier 21 Hotel Reviews

Harbor House Hotel and Marina at Pier 21

The Mansion on 17th

The San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center

Enjoy a Night at the Galveston Museum aboard the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car

Cozy Historic Loft, Steps from The Strand

Stylish Downtown Loft, Walk to The Strand

The 1890 Freeman House

The George Manor

Historic Downtown Galveston Flat in Prime Location

Other attractions near Pier 21

Port of Galveston

Texas Seaport Museum

Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum

Saengerfest Park

Strand Theatre

Galveston History Museum

Old Quarter Acoustic Café

Galveston Art League Gallery

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