An Undeniably Re ned Resort

The San Luis Resort is a 32-acre walkable property o ering beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico as well as meeting space in each of its three hotelsThe San Luis Hotel, Hilton Galveston Island Resort, and Holiday Inn Resort Galveston - On the Beach.

Boasting more than 250,000 square feet of meeting space, 700 residentiallyappointed guestrooms, 10 exceptional restaurants, and 3 pools, The San Luis Resort sets the standard of luxury hospitality for intimate and grand experiences.

Each Hotel within the resort features an array of endless entertainment and activities set in relaxing environments that o er a variety of fun for all ages.

Our newly appointed Harbor House Hotel on Pier 21, makes for the perfect stay with spacious rooms and steps away from the cruise ship terminals and Galveston’s downtown scene.

There is truly something for every guest to enjoy.

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Cast Away

Dive into Galveston’s cool fishing culture.

To the Extreme

From airboats to airborne and heart-pounding water coasters, Galveston Island is home to some of the most thrilling experiences you’ll find in all of Texas.

Set Sail

The Galveston Naval Museum preserves the history of those who have protected our freedom.

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Stellar new construction. Mesmerizing lake, golf course and West Bay vista sites. Gourmet island kitchens. Grand downstairs primary suites. Colossal screened porches.

1, 2 and 3 story plans.

Priced from the $500’s

EAST END | 3322 Sealy Street

Divine re-imagined historic (ca. 1890) bungalow. High caliber finishes and upgrades. Superb chef’s island kitchen. Oversized lot. Just a short stroll to Downtown Historic District.

2 BR | 2 BA | +/- 1,800 SF Offered at $335,000 MLS 76996182

SOLD LAFFITE’S COVE | 3523 Cove Lane

Incomparable waterfront custom. Dazzling heated pool. Massive pro-grade chef’s island kitchen. 2 awe-inspiring primary suites. Elevator. Boathouse. Adjacent lot available.

6 BR | 6.5+ BA | +/- 5,406 SF

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The Latest Happenings on the Island

Back and Better than Ever

Galveston Island State Park renovation is complete 14 years after Hurricane Ike’s destruction.

 Galveston Island State Park back in 2008. But as storm cleanups go, Galvestonians are among the elite. Thanks to grants and a sporting goods sales tax, the park has completed all of the improvements 14 years later.

The Category 2 hurricane’s 110-mph winds hit the Island squarely, producing a 22-foot storm surge and causing extensive damage to Galveston Island State Park. Flooding and wind damage devastated surrounding counties.

Park Assistant Superintendent Kyle O’Haver says the restoration included many park resources destroyed by Ike, including the park’s restrooms, boat ramps, camping sites and picnic shelters. The Galveston Island State Park redevelopment project’s restoration efforts began in 2019. That same year, the park celebrated the reopening of its headquarters—one of the most important buildings Ike ravaged on the park property.

It goes without saying that Galveston Island State Park is a place of refuge just an hour from Houston. The park stretches between the beach along the Gulf of Mexico and Galveston Bay and protects 2,000 acres of upper Gulf Coast barrier island ecosystem.

The land is among the last bastions of undeveloped land on all of Galveston Island. The state park protects the land from commercial development.

Beach views and wildlife are among the many highlights that Galveston resident Christian Aaron says has drawn her to the park since childhood. Her memories of the park include performances at the outdoor musical theater and the “big sign” that stood at the park’s entrance and welcomed visitors.

“It’s a great place to visit and travel to,” Aaron says. “There are so many things to do at the park.”

Aaron praises the many renovations made to the park and says the best time to visit is during the warm-weather spring and summer months.

Post-Ike improvements at the park include the headquarters’ new, flood-proof HVAC system, a new restroom facility and improvements to the restroom building that withstood the hurricane. Renovations to the campgrounds added 95 new campsites, 20 new shelters and new grills at the shelters.

Locals and visitors know the Island generally and the state park specifically as a relaxing paradise with many outdoor perks, including mountain bike trails, geocaches and paddling trails. Photographers’ and birders’ must-see lists include the views from the park’s many observation platforms.

Bargain hunters will appreciate that fishing at the park does not require a permit. The coastal setting is a great natural spot for swimming, camping, picnicking, wildlife viewing and fishing. The park protects both natural and cultural resources, and it provides public access to several of the Island’s habitats. The park’s features include beach and Gulf waters, coastal prairie and wetlands near the bay.

EATcetera elegant space for up to 32 seated guests for private events. This is the perfect island spot for your private dinner, party or event. The restaurant and sidewalk café are totally private and reserved just for your celebration.

Call 409-762-0803 or 409-939-9403

Where to Find the Cultural Gems of Galveston