Located in Crystal Beach, Crystal Palace Resort offers the perfect blend of sun and serenity. With a grocery store, white sand beach, seasonal outdoor pool with free cabanas and sun loungers nearby, you can soak up the fun. Enjoy coffee/tea in the lobby or take advantage of water sports equipment to create lasting memories.
Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 48 min drive - 30.4 km
Moody Gardens - 55 min drive - 37.4 km
Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 56 min drive - 38.5 km
Galveston Island Beaches - 61 min drive - 42.2 km
Getting around
Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 85 min drive
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 86 min drive
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 111 min drive
Restaurants
Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - 3 min drive
Nauti Beaver Hut - 11 min walk
Fins Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - 2 min drive
Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - 7 min drive
About this property
Crystal Palace Resort
Situated by the ocean, Crystal Palace Resort is a great choice for a stay in Port Bolivar. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, and kayaking, parasailing and scuba-diving are nearby. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
60 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 18 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Charcoal grills
Travelling with children
Local/corner shop
Pool toys
Fence around the pool
What to do
Beach access
Kayaking nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Free pool cabanas
Beach sunloungers
Pool loungers
Water sports equipment
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1984
Seasonal outdoor pool
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Fan
Sleep well
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Memory-foam mattress
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Rainfall shower heads
Soap and shampoo
Towels
Toilet paper
Food and drink
Mini fridge
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
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Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from March 01 to September 30
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Crystal Palace Resort Hotel
Crystal Palace Resort Port Bolivar
Crystal Palace Resort Hotel Port Bolivar
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Crystal Palace Resort?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Crystal Palace Resort?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 18 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Crystal Palace Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Crystal Palace Resort?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of USD 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 30 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Crystal Palace Resort and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, fishing and jet-skiing. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Crystal Palace Resort also has a seasonal outdoor pool.
Does Crystal Palace Resort have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Crystal Palace Resort like?
Crystal Palace Resort is in Crystal Beach, a short 14-minute walk from Crystal Beach. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Crystal Palace Resort Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property is conveniently located near the beach with beautiful beaches nearby and walking distance to the beach. (11 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2025
Great staff, beautiful beach view from upstairs room. Easy access to beach
Cody
Cody, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jul 2025
Staff was amazing and rooms were very cleaned!
Destiny
Destiny, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jul 2025
Excellent place for the price
3rd time we’ve stayed here, always enjoy it! Rooms are big & always very clean. The pool is amazing with a 9ft deep end!
Kindra
Kindra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jul 2025
love Crystal Palace
Customer service, cleanliness and comfortability is ALWAYS 5 stars! love this place, we stay multiple times a year!
Ricky
Ricky, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2025
Very friendly staff clean hotel
catherine
catherine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jul 2025
Great remodel! Great property
The room was amazing, the new management is dedicated to giving quality service. The newly remodeled rooms are amazing and the pool is family friendly.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 May 2025
Best hotel in the area
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jun 2025
The motel is under new management & they were very accommodating. The bed was super comfortable & the room was clean. I'll be staying here again the next time I go to Crystal Beach.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2025
Family friendly
We had a great stay! Plus the pool was perfect and everyone was so friendly!
Lindsey
Lindsey, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2025
Basic beach motel
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 May 2025
The people were nice and everything was clean! I will definitely stay there the next time I go to crystal beach
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jun 2025
The pool was great.
Donnie
Donnie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2025
Liked the pool and people were friendly
Scott
Scott, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr 2025
Nice staff, quiet place.
terrry
terrry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2025
Peaceful stay
Low key, dog friendly, quiet and clean.
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
24 Aug 2025
Hardly a “resort”
The TV didn’t work and the entire unit has had noticeable repairs over the years showing a disregard for the image of a “resort”.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jul 2025
Awesome...
Walter
Walter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2025
Nice place
Jeremy
Jeremy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 May 2025
Decent place. Pool was nice. Employees were nice.
Matthew
Matthew, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Jul 2025
Tha pool was amazing. The rooms were nice. But the chairs were peeling. And there were no bedding for the pull out sofa. But all n all we will book it again.
Viola
Viola, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jun 2025
The office staff was very courteous and helpful.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Apr 2025
The hotel was clean Had a nice fan.
Amaris
Amaris, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jun 2025
Great place, great location
This place is 2 mins from the beach. Hotel is very nice. Customer service was great. Very accommodating for my 80 year old mother. I will return with hubby. This weekend was girls weekend.