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Surf Motel and Apartments

2.0 star property

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A room with a table and chairs, a view of the beach, and a white fence.
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | WiFi (free), bed sheets
A flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, with a wooden dresser below.
A shower with a handheld showerhead and a wall-mounted faucet.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a view of the beach through the window.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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928 Avenue M, Galveston, TX, 77550
  • Place, Porretto Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, East End Historic District
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Seawall Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a table, two chairs, a TV, and a view of the beach.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two single beds, each with a wooden headboard, a small bedside table, and a patterned bedspread.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Galveston

Located in San Jacinto within a short walk of University of Texas Medical Branch, Surf Motel and Apartments is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. This 21-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • Porretto Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • East End Historic District - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Seawall Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪ShyKatz Place - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Surf Motel and Apartments

You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Aug 4 - Aug 5
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-7:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Surf And Apartments Galveston
Surf Motel and Apartments Motel
Surf Motel and Apartments Galveston
Surf Motel and Apartments Motel Galveston

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Surf Motel and Apartments ?

Surf Motel and Apartments provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Surf Motel and Apartments ?

As of Aug 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surf Motel and Apartments on Aug 4, 2026 start from $86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around Surf Motel and Apartments ?

This motel is situated in San Jacinto, just steps from Porretto Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Seawall Beach and East End Historic District. You'll also find Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Seawall within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Surf Motel and Apartments ?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Surf Motel and Apartments feature a casino on the premises?

No, Surf Motel and Apartments doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Surf Motel and Apartments ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Surf Motel and Apartments ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Surf Motel and Apartments feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Surf Motel and Apartments doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Surf Motel and Apartments allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Surf Motel and Apartments .

Are there connecting rooms at Surf Motel and Apartments ?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Surf Motel and Apartments ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Surf Motel and Apartments that offer a balcony.

Surf Motel and Apartments Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 155 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was super easy to figure out and we loved being able to look out our big window and seeing our car and the beach ac and heater worked great staff was super friendly all in all was a great experience here
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Clean and friendly staff; very basic older room but great price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is friendly, the rooms were clean and it’s right next to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's exactly what you expect and a good price for the area. Room stay nice and cold with the air conditioner. The balcony on the Upper Floor was really nice to have. Not much to it very simplistic and the front desk staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Sammie

Disgusting, the room had so many roaches and the bathroom was not cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Impressive for the money I paid. the front desk was helpful. Good view of the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Beds were extra hard, very noisy but the employees were very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

seyed

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unexpected situation
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Allie

Liked: Staff & service
You get exactly what you pay for. It wasn’t “clean clean”, but for $60 a night with a seawall view, we will be returning. The family staff was very friendly and we felt safe. Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Gail

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really old hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was not very friendly beds are way to hard and they will not give extra pillows
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet clean place convenient to the beach enjoyed my stay 👌
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Ryan

Liked: Staff & service
I love the staff and the location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yelaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This place is in a really great location across from an Italian restaurant and right next door to several bars. The staff was super friendly and the view was perfect. It's nothing fancy but if you just want to hang out at the beach it's perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

AMIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ACCESS, FRIENDLY STAFF
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Christianne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value for the price

It has so much potential to be great! The hotel was very fun down, But it’s the value for the price. Staff was friendly and we had everything we needed for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The staff was wonderful and friendly. The room was small but clean and comfortable. Beach access was not close, but there was a beach view from the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Theresa

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If it wasn't for the ocean view I would have asked for a refund. The room was very dirty, toilet, bathroom and floors. Beds and towels were clean. Staff was nice. For 100$ I was very disappointed to have to clean it up! They need better housekeeping!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, quiet, right across from the beach

I booked an overnight stay in a double queen room. Everything was clean right across from the beach and I will be visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

This is our second time staying here and we love it!! We can walk across the street to the beach and to quite a few shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed a breathtaking view from the balcony as well as the room. Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Adam

Right next to the beach and food within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024