Hotel/Travel

Nestled amongst the lush palm tress and tropical gardens, this unique island resort hotel offers the iconic Moody gardens pyramids with a variety of world-class attractions and the Moody Gardens Golf Couse to make your island getaway one to be remembered.  Moody Gardens’ Galveston accommodations provide ample comfort and professional service to ensure your stay is relaxing and refreshing.

ChemE Show discounted rate: $165/per night plus applicable taxes.
*No resort fee*complimentary wifi*complimentary self-parking

Check in: 4:00 p.m.
Check out: Noon

To reserve your room, click here.

Getting to Galveston:

Galveston is a short drive from Houston, Texas.  If flying, there are many options available for transportation from the airport including ride share apps like Uber, Lyft and shared shuttle services like Galveston Express and Galveston Shuttle.  Taxis are also available from the airport and cost approximately $275 – $325 roundtrip.

Uber: No advance reservation required.  Cost: approx. $80 – $100

Lyft: No advance reservation required.  Cost: $50 – $80

Galveston Express: Advance reservation required. https://galvestonexpress.com/ Cost: depends on airport

Galveston Shuttle: Advance reservation required. https://galvestonshuttle.com/ Cost: depends on airport

The nearest airport is Houston Hobby.

Drive time from George Bush IAH Airport: approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes

Drive time from Houston Hobby Airport: approximately 45 minutes

Driving:  If driving, take Interstate 45 South, exit 61st St. Turn right on 61st St. to Seawall Blvd. Turn right on Seawall Blvd. to 81st St. Turn right on 81st to Jones Rd. Turn left on Hope Blvd. Follow the Moody Gardens signs.