The Spa Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Texas Gulf Coast easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!
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1 Moody Gardens Hotel Spa and Convention Center Galveston, United States
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Located on Galveston Island, this resort is set on 242 acres of lush tropical gardens. It boasts a living rainforest, an aquarium and a 3-D theatre. Guests can swim in the outdoor pool, complete with a swim-up bar. The on-site fitness centre features a jogging track and a lap pool.
A flat-screen TV and free WiFi are provided in each of the rooms at Moody Gardens Hotel. Guests are offered bathrobes and complimentary toiletries in addition to a coffee maker and a refrigerator.
Fresh seafood dishes are served in a casual atmosphere at Café in the Park. Fine dining is available at Shearn’s Restaurant. The Lobby Bar serves cocktails in a tropical setting.
The Spa At Moody Gardens offers skin and nail treatments, hair and makeup, and a variety of massages. Business and banquet facilities are available on site.
Free transfer service around Moody Gardens and Scholes International Airport is provided. Transportation service is available to and from the cruise terminal for a fee.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $234.
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2 The San Luis Resort Spa & Conference Center Galveston, United States
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The San Luis Resort Spa & Conference Center offers gulf coast views and 3 on-site restaurants in Galveston, Texas. This beachfront resort also features a spa with a variety of services. Moody Gardens is 3. 3 km from the resort.
All rooms at the resort are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with luxury toiletries and bathrobe. The San Luis Resort Galveston rooms also have a private balcony and outdoor seating area. A coffee machine and a desk is included. Some rooms offer views of the ocean or resort pool.
The accommodation offers direct beach access, a fitness centre and boutique shopping. You can play tennis at this 4-star resort, and bike hire is available.
Enjoy massages, facials, body scrubs, wraps and hydrotherapy baths at the full-service spa. You can also relax in the outdoor pool, which has its own poolside bar.
For any tips on how to get around or what to do in the area, guests can ask at the reception.
Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark is 3.4 km from The San Luis Resort Spa & Conference Center, while Pleasure Pier is 3.2 km away. The Strand Historic District is a 10-minute drive away. William P. Hobby Airport is 61 km away, and the property offers a free shuttle service.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $441.
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3 Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection Galveston, United States
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Featuring a full service spa and an outdoor heated pool, this luxury resort is located on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico just a 5-minute drive from Central Galveston. Free WiFi is provided.
Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV.
A work desk and ironing facilities are also included in the guestrooms at the hotel Grand Galvez. Guests can enjoy views of the beach or city in select rooms.
Hotel Grand Galvez offers concierge services, a business centre and fitness centre. At the pool, guests can rent lounge chairs. Bike rental is available.
Galvez Bar & Grill, the on-site restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and diner and serves a champagne brunch on Sundays. Guests can enjoy views of the water whilst dining on one of the many fresh seafood menu options.
The Port of Galveston is a 5-minute drive from the property. Pleasure Pier, a Galveston amusement park, is within walking distance of hotel Grand Galvez. Moody Gardens is 7 km from the hotel. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 62 km away.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $236.
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4 Omni Houston Hotel Houston, United States
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Featuring 2 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa, this Houston, Texas hotel is located in the Uptown Post Oak and Galleria area.
A cable TV and a separate sitting area are provided in each room at the Omni Houston Hotel. Rooms also include a coffee machine.
Fine dining can be enjoyed by guests at the Omni Houston Galleria's Birdies. Cocktails and other beverages are offered at the LaReserve Whiskey Lounge. A complimentary shuttle service is available to destinations within 3 miles from the hotel.
The shops and restaurants at the Galleria are 2 miles from the hotel. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is a 30 minutes' drive away.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $195.
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5 The Moran CITYCENTRE Houston, United States
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The Moran CITYCENTRE is located in the Energy Corridor, which offers upscale shopping and restaurants. The hotel provides bathrobes in every room.
The rooms include a 49-inch LED TV, free WiFi and work desk. A minibar is also provided, and guests can order room service 24-hours a day.
The on-site bar features an outdoor lounge and a fireplace. Guests can use the outdoor pool, spa and fitness centre. Doorman and bellman services are available along with laundry services.
Downtown Houston and Minute Maid Park are 24.5 km from The Moran CITYCENTRE, and NRG Stadium is within a 30-minute drive. George Bush International Airport is 46 km away.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $665.
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6 The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center The Woodlands, United States
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This Marriott hotel and convention centre is located along The Woodlands Waterway, a shopping and entertainment district. It features a full-service spa and 27 meeting rooms.
The Woodlands Waterway Marriot Hotel and Convention Center features modern guest rooms decorated in soft, natural colours. In the rooms, guests can watch cable channels or movies on the flat-screen TV. Tea and coffee-making facilities are also available for guests to enjoy.
The Spa at the Waterway offers a salon, nail, and massage services. Guests can enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. A business centre, laundry facility, and shoeshine station are also conveniently available on-site.
Starbucks coffee house serves hot and cold drinks and pastries. Acqua Restaurant features American breakfast selections to start off your day.
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is across the street from the hotel. Woodlands Mall is less than a mile away.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $210.
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7 JW Marriott Houston Downtown Houston, United States
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Stay in the heart of Houston.
A 5-star accommodation in downtown Houston, JW Marriott Houston Downtown is located a 5-minute walk from Alley Theater, 500 metres from Theatre District Houston and 600 metres from Wortham Center. The property is set 700 metres from Downtown Aquarium, 700 metres from Discovery Green Park and 900 metres from George R. Brown Convention Center. Guests can enjoy a selection of American cuisine in the on-site restaurant.
At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The in-room iPad allows guests to book spa appointments, order in-room dining, or call valet. The rooms at JW Marriott Houston Downtown include air conditioning and a wardrobe.
A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the property. A fitness centre is available on-site.
There is an in-house bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Staff at the reception can provide information on what to do in the area.
Minute Maid Park is an 11-minute walk from JW Marriott Houston Downtown. William P. Hobby Airport is 15 km from the property, and the property offers a free shuttle service.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $416.
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8 Marriott Marquis Houston Houston, United States
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Stay in the heart of Houston.
Offering a year-round outdoor pool with Texas-shaped lazy river, Marriott Marquis is located in the heart of Houston, Texas, just a few steps from George R. Brown Convention Center and Discovery Green Park. The hotel features 6 on-site restaurants, full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness centre.
All rooms include a flat-screen TV with cable and premium channels. A coffee maker, fridge and ironing facilities are provided. The private bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and fee toiletries. Some rooms have a view of either the lazy river or Discovery Green Park.
Guests can dine at Biggio's serving dishes of American cuisine or Xochi, headed by award-winning chef Hugo Ortega, providing Mexican food and drinks. Cueva wine bar offers tapas and over 200 kinds of wine. Breakfast is available at Texas T coffee house or Walker Street Kitchen.
Minute Maid Park, home of Houston Astros baseball team, is only 250 metres from Marriott Marquis Houston, while Toyota Center and BBVA Compass Stadium are within a 5-minute walk. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby International Airport, 15 km away.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $321.
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9 MCM Eleganté Hotel & Conference Center Beaumont, United States
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Located in southeastern Texas, this hotel is 2 miles from Beaumont city centre. It features 2 on-site restaurants and a free local transfer service. A buffet breakfast is served every morning.
Free Wi-Fi access and a flat-screen TV are included in every room at MCM Eleganté Hotel & Conference Center. They have mahogany furniture and are stocked with Bath and Body Works toiletries.
The on-site Hemingway's Café serves casual, southern-style food. Tradewinds Tavern is decorated with antiques and collectibles. There is also a Starbucks coffee shop at the hotel.
Guests can relax in the seasonal outdoor pool or hot tub, or visit the on-site Getaway Day Spa for a massage. A fitness centre and a tennis court are also part of MCM Eleganté Hotel.
The Southeast Texas Regional Airport is 12 miles from hotel. The Ford Park Event Center is 5 miles away.
Guest review score 7.6,
rooms from around $159.
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10 The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston Houston, United States
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Set within 1.6 km of The Galleria in Houston, The Post Oak Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Also featuring a bar, this 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The Water Wall is 1.7 km away and Houston Arboretum and Nature Center is located1.9 km from the hotel.
At The Post Oak Hotel, all rooms are equipped with a desk and a seating area. All the rooms will include a marble bathroom, premium bar and Nespresso coffeemakers.
At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine.
The Post Oak Hotel also provides a business centre and guests can check the newspapers at the hotel. Speaking Spanish and English, staff are ready to help around the clock at the reception.
Memorial Park is 2.2 km from The Post Oak Hotel. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 21 km from the accommodation. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 9.5,
rooms from around $725.
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11 Hotel ZaZa Houston Memorial City Houston, United States
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Located in Houston, within 3 km of CityCentre and 13 km of The Galleria, Hotel ZaZa Houston Memorial City offers an outdoor swimming pool. This property also provides guests with a restaurant. Guests can have a cocktail at the bar.
At the hotel, rooms come with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom with a bath or shower and some rooms also offer a balcony. All rooms feature a wardrobe.
An American breakfast is available each morning at the property. There is also an on-site restaurant and bar.
Hotel ZaZa Houston Memorial City offers a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. A business centre is also available.
Houston Arboretum and Nature Center is 8 km from Hotel ZaZa Houston Memorial City, while Water Wall is 9 km away. The nearest airport is George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 29 km from the hotel. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $400.
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12 The Westin at The Woodlands The Woodlands, United States
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The Westin at The Woodlands offers accommodation in The Woodlands. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV. You will find a coffee machine in the room. All rooms include a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer.
There is a business centre at the property.
The hotel also offers car hire. Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is 500 metres from The Westin at The Woodlands, while The Woodlands Town Center is 300 metres from the property. The nearest airport is George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 23 km from the property. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $211.
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13 Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton Houston, United States
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Located in Houston and with NRG Park reachable within 2.2 km, Blossom Hotel Houston provides express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Private parking is available on site.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Blossom Hotel Houston offers certain rooms with city views, and each room is fitted with a kettle. At the accommodation each room includes bed linen and towels.
Blossom Hotel Houston offers a à la carte or American breakfast.
The hotel offers a sun terrace.
Blossom Hotel Houston also provides a business centre and guests can use the on-site ATM machine or use the fax machine and photocopier at the accommodation.
Houston Zoo is 2 km from Blossom Hotel Houston, while Rice Stadium is 2.9 km away. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 15 km from the hotel. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $218.
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14 Hilton Americas - Houston Houston, United States
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Stay in the heart of Houston.
Conveniently connected to the George R. Brown Convention Center by an indoor sky-bridge, Hilton Americas - Houston offers accommodation in downtown Houston. The property is walking distance to several well-known attractions, including Discovery Green Park, Toyota Center and Minute Maid Park.
At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a refrigerator, work desk and seating area. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom, while certain rooms at Hilton Americas Downtown Houston also offer a wet bar.
There are several dining options on-site for guests to enjoy. 1600 Bar + Grille serves a variety of Texas-inspired American fare for breakfast. Pappasito's Cantina offers Tex-Mex specialties and a full bar. Starbucks serves coffee drinks and grab-and-go snacks, while Lobby Bar offers crafted cocktails and late night light bites.
Skyline Spa and Health Club offers many spa and wellness treatments as well as a fitness centre, indoor lap pool and whirlpool.
Hilton Americas - Houston also provides a business centre and guests can use the on-site ATM machine at the hotel.
PNC Stadium - Houston Dynamo is an 11-minute walk from the property. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby, 14 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $205.
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15 Thompson Houston, by Hyatt Houston, United States
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Located in Houston, 1.2 miles from Alley Theater, Thompson Houston, by Hyatt provides accommodations with free bikes, private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. Featuring a restaurant, this 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The property has room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests.
Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. Free WiFi is available to all guests, while selected rooms include a balcony. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
Thompson Houston, by Hyatt has a sun terrace.
Wortham Center is 1.2 miles from the accommodation, while Discovery Green Park is 1.7 miles away. William P. Hobby Airport is 10 miles from the property. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
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16 Houston Grand Hotel - River Oaks Houston, United States
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The St. Regis Houston has free bikes, a fitness center and a sun terrace with swimming pool and American breakfast in Houston. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can enjoy American and British dishes at the restaurant or have a drink at the bar.
The hotel also provides a business center and guests can use the on-site ATM machine at The St. Regis Houston.
Galleria Houston is 1.3 miles from the accommodation, while Waterwall Park is 1.5 miles from the property. William P. Hobby Airport is 15 miles away. This property offers spa and wellness packages.
Guest review score 7.5,
rooms from around $225.
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