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Surf Motel and Apartments

928 Avenue M, Galveston, TX, United States View Map

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Located less than a 5 minutes' walk from Poretto Beach, this Galveston motel offers free WiFi. The property is 0.9 mi from East End Historic District and 1.2 mi from Moody Mansion Museum. A TV with access to cable and satellite channels is provided in each room at Surf Motel and Apartments. Complete with a microwave, the rooms also have a refrigerator. Free toiletries are included in the private bathrooms. Some rooms have an ocean view. Free parking and a 24-hour reception are available at Surf Motel and Apartments. The University of Texas Medical Branch is 5 minutes' drive from the motel. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier is 1.6 mi away. William P Hobby Airport is 39 mi away.

317 Reviews

4.8Fair
Cleanliness
5.5
Staff
6.9
Location
7.3

What Guests Say

  • “It was close to cruise port.”
  • “That I didn¿t stay there, it was a run down crack shack and I would have been robbed.”
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  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds1/4

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

259 sqft • 2 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Carpeting
  • Clothes rack
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King Room

1 King

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    What Guests Loved

    4.8
    Fair

    Based on 317 reviews

    Location

    7.3

    Cleanliness

    5.5

    Staff

    6.9

    Overall Quality

    5.1

    Pros +

    • It was close to cruise port.
    • Location
    • That I didn¿t stay there, it was a run down crack shack and I would have been robbed.

    Cons -

    • Water pressure wasn't good and there was no hot water in the sink rm 5 The towels were not white they were off white some had stains Also the toilet leaks
    • Bed bugs, roaches, sink didn't work, room was dirty.
    • The siding falling off and the reception/liquor store that you were supposed to check in at. Along with all the hepeitus dripping off everything.
    Business Traveler (10)Solo Traveler (22)Traveling as Couple (96)Family with Young Children (101)Family with Teens (2)Senior Traveler (1)Group Traveler (28)Total (164)
    6Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 4-1-2023

    It was close to cruise port.

    Water pressure wasn't good and there was no hot water in the sink rm 5 The towels were not white they were off white some had stains Also the toilet leaks

    1JenniferPosted on: 7-7-2022

    Location

    Bed bugs, roaches, sink didn't work, room was dirty.

    1AaronPosted on: 10-13-2021

    That I didn¿t stay there, it was a run down crack shack and I would have been robbed.

    The siding falling off and the reception/liquor store that you were supposed to check in at. Along with all the hepeitus dripping off everything.

    1StuartPosted on: 7-31-2021

    It was a block from the besch

    Half eaten sandwich and drink left in the mini frig. The ¿free parking¿ was on the street. I had to park 3 blocks away. Was double charged for the room. This property should not be on your site.

    8GeorgePosted on: 5-12-2021

    perfect location

    It¿s hard to find thé parking.. specially if u get there late... u may need to park your car next street

    1OtiliaPosted on: 3-16-2021

    That it was close to the beach

    It¿s smell really bad like mold my kids are sick right now because of that

    5EmileePosted on: 6-18-2019

    The location, the beach is right across the street

    The bright lights outside while staying downstairs. Looks like daylight through the curtains during the night.

    8PhillipPosted on: 6-11-2019

    This Hotel is within walking distance of the beach. Great location! Hotel is also located near various eating establishments.

    The Hotel is older; however, the friendly staff and the location are unbeatable for the price.

    7AshliePosted on: 5-31-2019

    Its right off the beach, but it isn't on the busiest road. Perfect size room for a couple. Nice bed. Big shower with a seat built in. Top floor has a shared Balcony with stairwell access. Right next door to 2 bars and a smoke shop. Perfect location

    We were on the top floor and the air conditioner was directed away from the bed, so it was pretty hot in the room most of the time.

    3WendyPosted on: 12-1-2018

    Location- right across from the beach

    Open holes in bathroom walls, bathroom not all the way clean, WiFi spotty

    1Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 6-27-2018

    The location being near the beach and strip

    Not enough towels, had to ask 3 times for clean towels, no coffee got mad when asked for it. Didnt offer amenities or clean towels for second night or additional night we paid for acted like they didnt want to give out amenities at all.price to high

    8JasonPosted on: 11-21-2017

    Not your typical motel, but quaint and sufficient. Location was perfect to corner store, fast food and bars

    1Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 9-12-2017

    Room was dirty. Bath towels were all dingy and stained. Half a roll of toilet paper. Mosquitoes in the room. Exterior was falling apart. We will never book here again. You get what you pay for.

    8GordonPosted on: 7-22-2017

    The location was fantastic. The bathroom was just remodeled and very nice. We had a small problem with the fridge, but they moved us to another room without any problems. For the price and the location we'll be using this hotel again.

    3FrankPosted on: 4-26-2017

    Location, and that's about it.

    Walls are paper thin, and another unit had their TV on full blast, 24/7. We could hear everything. Also, the curtain isn't enough to shade the sun. The bed was....sufficient. If location and cheap are your objectives, look no further, but I would.

    5JodyPosted on: 4-10-2017

    Literally across the street from the beach. There is a reason this hotel is so cheap. expect a dive and you will be pleased. great for cruisers who just need a 10-12 please to crash between your flight in, and your cruise morning departure.

    There is no Uber licensed in Galveston once you catch your Uber from the airport to the hotel. No worries. You have to use the similar service called "Getme". same as uber or lyft. The hotel will not share this with you. they said taxi.

    1JoePosted on: 3-17-2017

    The location and the staff was very nice and helpful there is a store literally attached to the side of the hotel same owners.

    The linens towels were very very stained nasty looking. I was afraid to sleep on bed.

    10GregoryPosted on: 12-21-2016

    Everyone I've met are very friendly and helpful folks, and it's located right across from a most-beautiful sunrise, beach, and breaking waves. I've enjoyed it so much, I'll be staying an extra couple of weeks.

    They're in the middle of a major remodeling program of every single room now, in the winter, off-season. I wasn't disturbed, but I'm moving to a third completely-new room again.

    5KennethPosted on: 11-25-2016

    Location was good , but hotel was like a whole in the wall . A guess complain that his room had bed bugs and they offered him another room . No shampoo for guess that you normally get from room service.

    2JohnPosted on: 10-18-2016

    Close to beach and water, nice view from room.

    Many things were wrong! No closet for hangups, very small room, bathroom fixtures were very rustic (plastic pipe for towel rod/shower head was just sticking out of top with no finish work), sheet rock tape was coming off, no final checkout receipt, etc...

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please note: this property does not accept American Express as a form of payment.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Location

    Surf Motel and Apartments

    928 Avenue M, Galveston, TX

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