Free Cruise Parking in Galveston

Parking at the Port of Galveston can add a surprising amount to the cost of your cruise vacation.
The good news? Many Galveston-area hotels offer cruise parking packages that allow guests to park during their cruise when they stay at the hotel before sailing.
While the parking isn’t technically “free” on its own, many travelers find that a hotel stay plus included parking costs about the same as paying for cruise parking separately. Plus, you get a more relaxed start to your vacation without the early-morning drive.

Hotels offering Stay and Park Free / Shuttle service:

1. Gaido’s Seaside Inn – Free parking (no shuttle) – My personal favorite when booking an ocean-view first-floor room! (No elevators) https://gaidos-seasideinn.com/
2. Inn at the Waterpark – $20 parking (confirm shuttle availability) https://www.innatthewaterpark.com/
3. Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites – Free parking https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/galveston/hotel-rooms/best-western-plus-seawall-inn-suites-by-the-beach/propertyCode.44670.html
4. Quality Inn & Suites Beachfront – Free parking (no shuttle) https://www.choicehotels.com/texas/galveston/quality-inn-hotels/txb48
5. Beachfront Palms Hotel – Free parking (no shuttle) https://www.beachfrontpalmshotel.com/
6. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Galveston – Free parking, shuttle across the street https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/howard-johnson/galveston-texas/howard-johnson-galveston/overview
7. Scottish Inns Galveston – Free parking https://www.scottishinnsgalveston.com/
   Hotels with Shuttle & Paid Parking Options:
8. Harbor House Hotel and Marina – Free shuttle, $15/night parking https://www.harborhousepier21.com/
9. Hilton Galveston Island Resort – $15 shuttle, $75/week parking https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/glsgihf-hilton-galveston-island-resort/
10. The George Manor – Shuttle: $12.50, Parking: $150/week https://www.thegeorgemanor.com/
11. Comfort Suites Galveston – Shuttle available, parking for a fee https://www.choicehotels.com/texas/galveston/comfort-suites-hotels/txa92
12. Clarion Pointe Galveston – Cruise parking available, confirm shuttle options https://www.choicehotels.com/texas/galveston/clarion-hotels/txg35

Hotels Offering ONLY Park & Cruise Packages (Parking is NOT Free Without a Package):

1. Avenue O Bed and Breakfast – Package deal required for parking & shuttle
   https://www.avenueo.com/
2. The Tremont House – Package deal required for parking & shuttle https://www.thetremonthouse.com/
3. Holiday Inn Resort Galveston – On The Beach – Package deal required for parking & shuttle https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnresorts/hotels/us/en/galveston/glsow/hoteldetail
4. Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa & Convention Center – Package deal required for parking & shuttle https://www.moodygardenshotel.com/
5. San Luis Resort, Spa & Conference Center – Package deal required for parking & shuttle https://www.sanluisresort.com/
6. Grand Galvez – Package deal required for parking & shuttle https://www.grandgalvez.com/

Alternative Transport Option If No Shuttle is Available:

If a hotel does not offer a shuttle, guests can stay at the hotel and take an Uber or Lyft to the cruise terminal. Ride costs average around $20 from most hotels in Galveston to the port.

📌 Important Disclaimer: Hotel shuttle and parking fees change frequently, and availability may vary. Be sure to call and confirm before booking!