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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston

2.0 star property
Motel in Galveston with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Lobby
Exterior
BBQ/picnic area
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston offers to-go breakfast, laundry facilities, and free self-parking. Enjoy a peaceful garden retreat and convenient luggage storage. Friendly staff ensures guests have everything they need during their stay.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hydromassage showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston is in Near West End, a neighborhood in Galveston. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Moody Gardens and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Railroad Museum are also worth visiting.
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Map
8216 Harborside Dr, Galveston, TX, 77554

What's nearby

  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Moody Gardens - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Port of Galveston - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moody Gardens - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston

Motel near Galveston Seawall
Consider a stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Concierge services, outdoor furniture, and free newspapers
  • ATM/banking services, a front-desk safe, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Hydromassage showers, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2001
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Howard Johnson Express Galveston Texas
Howard Johnson Express Inn Galveston Texas
Howard Johnson Wyndham Galveston Motel
Howard Johnson Wyndham Galveston
Howard Johnson Express Galveston Hotel Galveston
Howard Johnson Galveston
Galveston Howard Johnson
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston Motel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston Galveston
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston Motel Galveston

Frequently asked questions

Is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston located?

Located in Near West End, this motel is within 6 mi (10 km) of 61st Street Fishing Pier, Galveston Seawall, and Port of Galveston. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Moody Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston Reviews

6.4

6.6

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

7.4

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

6.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 224 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 145 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 170 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Phi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We feel safe hotel, clean, we will come back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aligeti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We atay at this property before every cruise, 4 this year. The staff is always happy to see us and very courteous. The property is just 5-10 minutes from terminal, depending on traffic. They also provide parking during cruise but nnot transport to terminal. We will continue to stay there before our cm future cruises
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as expected, it’s an older property but fairly well maintained. It’s a really good deal for a place to crash for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Everyone was friendly, could not get coffee in the morning office was locked.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel Vincent

Liked: Amenities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Much better. Excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The people were very nice and the place is easy to get in and out of
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

JESSY

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Definitely not what you think more along the lines of a motel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very easy to get to cruise ports
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It was amazing and affordable’
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night to board a cruise the next day. It was conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was nice & clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING Staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a nice place enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Barty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
It was a good place to spend a night!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Nice friendly and close to the port
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great stay worth the money

The only problem we had was the temperature of the water. It was more like taking a shower and baby warm water. It did need some updates, but otherwise it was very comfortable and very very quiet. Will most likely stay there again. It was close to the port where we were cruising
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Saul

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Before guests check in, make sure TV and phone are working. Bathtub was nasty, the entire property needs major renovation and cleaning
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a cruise! Cruise parking is available for $5 a day if you book the night before. The car was safe and the staff was very helpful! Just Uber to the Cruise port for $15 .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

The hotel door would not lock. The peep hole had a piece of paper wedged
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

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