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Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

2.0 star property
This peaceful motel sits near Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary, offering travelers a natural retreat from the everyday hustle without sacrificing comfort

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Gulfway Motel & Restaurant offers a tranquil base for nature lovers. Guests can explore the garden, enjoy bird watching, cool off in the seasonal pool, and use concierge services. The staff handles luggage storage, ensuring stress-free exploration of the area.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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  • Sleeps 2
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  • 1 Queen Bed
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Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

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  • 209 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

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  • 209 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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Excellent
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a chair.

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in High Island, Gulfway Motel & Restaurant is by the ocean. Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary and Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary. Visit our High Island travel guide
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1365 Highway 124, High Island, TX, 77623

What's nearby

  • A coastal town with a beach, a river, and a large water tower.
    Crystal Beach
    8 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • High Island Beach
    2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Port Bolivar Beaches
    53 min drive - 33.6 miles

Getting around

  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU)
    98 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gulfway Grill
    1 min walk
  • Macho's
    12 min walk
  • Hartz Chicken Buffet
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 8.65 to 11.90 for adults and USD 8.65 to 11.90 for children

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1985
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.0 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 8.65 to 11.90 for adults, and USD 8.65 to 11.90 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulfway Motel & Restaurant have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Gulfway Motel & Restaurant pet-friendly?

Yes, Gulfway Motel & Restaurant allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gulfway Motel & Restaurant located?

Situated in High Island, this beach motel is within a 15-minute walk of Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary and Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary. Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 350 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 350 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 350 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 350 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 350 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reynaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and they assisted us with any concerns and questions we had. You can tell the place has been around for a while but the rooms are updated and maintained well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Wonderful location near the best birding hotspots!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice private room. Staff are always friendly and attentive. Nothing fancy but clean and close to beach and birding areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had requested a room with a bathtub in a quiet section of the property and they were able to place me in unit #1, which was perfect! In addition, the restaurant was open for dinner and the chef made me a tiger roll (sushi) and low mein (all fresh vegetables and noodles) It was soooooo good! The hotel was close to the beach. The section where the cross is. Where Hwy 87 ends. It was perfect in every way. I have stayed there 3 times now and would book again. :-)
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A/C worked perfect. The room was very clean. Staff welcomed us like we were family. I've stayed here several times and will continue to. Our pet was welcomed at a very low charge.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and nice. Sheets were fresh on the bed. It’s an older place and looks kinda sketchy on the outside but we were pleasantly surprised by the inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, clise to beach
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a quiet relaxing room with great bird sanctuaries within 20 and 30 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable family-run motel. We had a great stay, no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Amenities
We Loved our stay. Gina & all staff are Great. Thank You for such a Great stay- we can’t wait to stay again❣️
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean, A/C was perfect, people were very professional. I'll be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

xingning

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants in the motel, convenient
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very cozy and safe feeling place to visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet. Also has swimming pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Youmans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the location and very friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice place to stay

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant was a very nice place to stay. The outside looked average of a motel that age. However, the room was clean. Lighting was great. The bed was really comfortable. All in all, we will stay there again on our next visit to High Island, Texas on the Bolivar Peninsula.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

The staff is wonderful. The breakfast is great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Proximity to Bird areas. Nice family run the place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well, its about the best place to stay on High Island, and the only food. Except on Mondays.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly family owned motel. Clean, and close to two excellent birding sites.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family owned motel, very nice friendly and helpful. I like the property is gated and secure at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
High Island is not an upscale area and this is the only motel and restaurant there. You are staying there for the birding. The hotel is old but it’s clean and everything works. The restaurant has an amazing selection of Chinese food that is very well prepared.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The exterior could use some tidying up. The rooms are clean. Excellent customer service. The air conditioning kept the room cool day & night. We will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are always friendly. Thats what matters
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

linda

Very lower income motel. Nice staff nice pool but room was outdated. Small icebox smelled of rotten food and there was junk laying all over outside. I would stay again in a pinch because I don’t need fancy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025