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Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

2.0 star property
Motel within easy reach of Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary

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Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Beach nearby

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $60
$64 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 209 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 209 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1365 Highway 124, High Island, TX, 77623

What's nearby

  • Bolivar Peninsula - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Eubank Woods Bird Sanctuary - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • High Island Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gulfway Grill - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

Situated by the ocean, Gulfway Motel & Restaurant is a great choice for a stay in High Island. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1985
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 50.0 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8.65 to 11.90 for adults, and USD 8.65 to 11.90 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Gulfway Motel Port Bolivar
Gulfway Motel
Gulfway Port Bolivar
Gulfway Motel Restaurant
Gulfway & Restaurant High
Gulfway Motel & Restaurant Motel
Gulfway Motel & Restaurant High Island
Gulfway Motel & Restaurant Motel High Island

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulfway Motel & Restaurant offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gulfway Motel & Restaurant does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant?
You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Gulfway Motel & Restaurant and nearby?
Gulfway Motel & Restaurant has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
What's the area around Gulfway Motel & Restaurant like?
Gulfway Motel & Restaurant is a short 1-minute walk from Bolivar Peninsula and 18 minutes' walk from High Island Beach.

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

David, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This motel is always very clean. Big, soft towels. Comfortable bed. Small fridge & microwave are nice. Courteous owners. Clean property. I feel safe there.
Angela, 3-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

We had a pleasant stay at this classic motel. The staff were friendly and helpful. Although the exterior could use some tidying, the room was clean and attractive and comfortable. On a hot day one might want to call an hour before arrival to see if they can turn the AC & fridge on/up, but both got cold soon enough - and I admire the energy conservation of not running everything while a room is empty. The restaurant was a pleasant surprise, as the menu had both American and Asian sections. We opted for a Japanese dinner - tempura and sushi - all delicious, and the shrimp tempura was exceptional - fresh gulf shrimp is such a treat! We would definitely stay here again.
Catherine M, 1-night romance trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

4/10 Fair

They didn't return my deposit
Cesar, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Bathtub needed replaced.
Simone, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very cozy and safe feeling place to visit.
Johnnie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

No coffee pot in the rooms. You can buy it at the front desk tho. There’s a restaurant connected, but they are not open often because they are the same people that clean the rooms. The owners. So if their cleaning, restaurant is closed.
Linda, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

They were lacking help in the housekeeping area. Only one lady to clean all the rooms. Restaurant hardly ever open because management was busy trying to clean rooms.
Judy, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lee, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Juan, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Summer 2024
Small family owned motel. Every time I’m there, it is clean. No smell of pets or smoke. Friendly owners & housekeeping. I feel safe there.
Angela, 4-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is wonderful. The breakfast is great.
Christine, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I've visited the High Island Bird Sanctuary every year for the last five years. The rooms are clean and well maintained. Improvements are made every year. It is an ideal location to visit all the local birding scenes.
Guy, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Gulfway is an older motel and restaurant, but it was ideal for what we wanted. We were in High Island for the migrating birds, and it was within easy walking distance (5 to 8 minutes) to most of the amazing refuge properties in the town. And less than a 10 minute drive to the others. The rooms were clean, and while old style, they were simple and comfortable. The restaurant, operated by the hotel owners’ family, served excellent Chinese dishes and really good sushi, and they also make a great hamburger! And their breakfast was very good, too: freshly cooked eggs and sausage, hot oatmeal, yogurt, fresh fruit and cold cereal, too. Good rooms, good food, reasonable price, with nice people, and close to the birds! Two thumbs up!
David, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Friendly family owned motel. Clean, and close to two excellent birding sites.
Sandro, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

conveniant
Quintin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The property was junky and cluttered.The room had a musty smell when we entered. There were dead bugs on the window sills. Restaurant was closed but they gave coffee on request in the morning. Staff were nice.Bed was good.
Sharon, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Spotlessly clean, friendly, helpful managers and very close to excellent birding hotspots. The restaurant food was good, Asian/American, but hours were variable. Earlier breakfast service would help birders.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

As bird watchers, this motel could not be more convenient for visiting the bird sanctuaries located in High Island. The room was clean and quiet, and we felt safe during the intense thunderstorm that passed through in the early morning. We appreciated the on-site restaurant, and the food was good. Yes, a work-in-progress as others have stated; it is clear that the family is striving to improve the property. Everyone was helpful and kind. We would stay there again, and for more than one night to be able to explore the area more.
Jeanne, 1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thaddeus, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

I like the location and very friendly service.
Youmans, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Friendly place but needs some cleaning of outside
Stayed here due to location to the birding areas. I read the reviews about the trash around the office and it was still there. Old parts, machines, etc should be cleaned up. I was given a room across from the office and the road noise was loud.You will need ear plugs to sleep there. The lady that checked me in was very nice and I love the towells. No coffee machines in the room or no coffee in the office.
Ethel, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Alan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

This is a tough review to write, because I WILL almost certainly stay at the Gulfway again. But I am being candid here so others will have a clear picture. The Gulfway is *not* a great experience. The walls and the towels are paper-thin, the windows only semi-functioning and there are zero amenities. I stayed Weds-Sun and while Weds-Thurs nights were pretty quiet, Fri-Sat saw a full-on tailgating party in the parking lot, complete with open fire BBQs and boom boxes. My response was to close the windows and run the A/C for white noise, which worked fine but might not be everyone's cup of tea. The plug-in air freshner in my room was beyond overpowering - like, nauseatingly strong. I imagine this was to smother some lingering odor that was somehow even worse than the air freshner. HOWEVER, I will say that if you have a very high tolerance for budget travel - and I mean youth-hostel-in-China-in-the-90s high tolerance - then the Gulfway is hands-down the absolute best location/value for birding in and around High Island. Walking distance to Smith Oaks, Eubanks, Boy Scout Woods and several other mini-preserves. 10 minutes to Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge. The property manager, Jean, is fantastic and super helpful on every level - I genuinely liked the people who run this place and I wish they had more help and resources to upgrade it. So don't pass over the Gulfway if you have a high tolerance for low budget travel. Just go in open-eyed and don't be surprised.
Margaret, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review