Steirisch Posted May 13, 2010 #1 Share Posted May 13, 2010 We are within driving distance of Galveston. Just wondered what to do with our car while we will be on a 7 day cruise. Haven't been down there before, so not sure what to do. Any suggestions? Many thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAMCRZIN Posted May 13, 2010 #2 Share Posted May 13, 2010 http://www.ezcruiseparking.com/ http://www.lighthouseparking.org/ http://www.galvestonparkncruise.com The last one has covered parking but it is extra. Hope this helps!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazingm42 Posted May 13, 2010 #3 Share Posted May 13, 2010 Call a few of the hotels near by. Ask for the drive - N - Fly or Park - N - Fly rates. DO NOT CALL the 800 corp # as they will normally be clueless... Call the front desk and ask about the rate. I find it to be cheaper often to stay there vs pay for parking at the port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duchessuta Posted May 13, 2010 #4 Share Posted May 13, 2010 I've used both EZ Cruise and Lighthouse parking and have been very pleased with both. They have a shuttle that runs from the parking lot to the cruise terminal. It's very quick and easy. The shuttle is always there when you get home too, to take you back to your car. The parking lot is fenced in and we've never had a problem, nor heard of one. I'd recommend either one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prattmom Posted May 13, 2010 #5 Share Posted May 13, 2010 We're using Lighthouse. If you book online, you get $5 off, too (several lots offer an online discount!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soonerbaby Posted May 13, 2010 #6 Share Posted May 13, 2010 Are you spending the night before in a hotel? The Comfort Suites charges $20 per room to leave your car for a 7 day. That's awesome for us because we will drive 2 cars down, and they charge per room and not per car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texas greeneyes Posted May 13, 2010 #7 Share Posted May 13, 2010 As of February 2010, I checked cruise parking & shuttle information for most if not all the hotels in Galveston. My results are below, listed in order of guest satisfaction (based on travelers’ reviews on my favorite travel website). As a previous poster mentioned, it is best to check with the local hotel reps to get more reliable information; I did call each properties' local phone number if I could get it. Hope this is helpful! Escapes to the Gulf at Galveston (800) 757-9730 Two night minimum, free cruise parking, no shuttle The Galvestonian (409) 765-6161 No cruise parking, no shuttle Comfort Suites Galveston @ 3606 89th St. (409) 741-9977 Cruise parking & shuttle $20 taxable one-time fee per room Hotel Galvez (409) 765-7721 No cruise parking, no shuttle Quality Inn and Suites Galveston (409) 740-1088 Free cruise parking, no shuttle The Tremont House (409) 763-0300 Pay $15.16 for valet parking at the Tremont, show proof at the Hotel Galvez to receive free parking and shuttle Casa Del Mar Beachfront Suites (409) 740-2431 Two night minimum, free cruise parking, no shuttle Harbor House (409) 763-3321 Cruise parking $30, no shuttle (in walking distance to cruise terminal) Moody Gardens Hotel (409) 741-8484 Free cruise parking, free shuttle Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort, 1702 Seawall @ 23rd St., (409) 762-4141 Free cruise parking, one-way shuttle TO terminal only, $20 Holiday Inn Resort Galveston, 5002 Seawall @53rd St., (409) 740-3581 Free cruise parking, free shuttle Inn at the Waterpark (409) Free cruise parking, no shuttle The San Luis Resort (409) 744-1500 Free cruise parking, and shuttle at adjacent Hilton Baymont Inn & Suites Galveston (409) 744-3000 Free cruise parking, no shuttle Hilton Galveston Island Resort (409) 744-5000 Free cruise parking and shuttle Days Inn Galveston (409) 740-2491 Free cruise parking, no shuttle Beachcomber Inn (409) 744-7133 Free cruise parking, no shuttle Candlewood Suites Galveston (409) 744-4440 Cruise parking $25, no shuttle Best Western Beachfront Inn (409) 740-1261 Free cruise parking, no shuttle Super 8 Galveston (409) 740-6640 Free cruise parking until summer (May 15 still free) , no shuttle La Quinta Inn Galveston, 1402 Seawall, (409) 763-1224 Free cruise parking, no shuttle Commodore on the Beach (800) 231-9921 Free cruise parking, no shuttle Hawthorn Suites at The Victorian Resort (409) 740-3555 Cruise parking $35 (rep stated “for security”), free shuttle Springhill Suites Galveston Island (409) 740-9443 No cruise parking (available only until April), no shuttle Howard Johnson Express Galveston (409) 744-1100 Free cruise parking, shuttle $10 La Quinta Inn and Suites Galveston, 8710 Seawall, (409) 740-9100 Cruise parking $15, shuttle $15 Comfort Inn & Suites Stewart Beach (409) 766-7070 Cruise parking w/out shuttle $35, parking & shuttle pkg (add’l fees) available by booking through parksleepfly.com only Motel 6 (409) 740-3794 Free cruise parking, no shuttle Hampton Inn and Suites Galveston (409) 744-5600 Cruise parking $45, no shuttle Comfort Inn & Suites Beachfront (409) 741-9977 Free cruise parking, shuttle $20 per person each way Econo Lodge (409) 750-9400 Free cruise parking, no shuttle Best Value Inn & Suites (409) 740-9000 Free cruise parking, no shuttle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arthierry Posted May 13, 2010 #8 Share Posted May 13, 2010 I have used EZ twice and love them. Never used Lighthouse, but have parked at the cruise terminal for a wedding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
douglinc@msn.com Posted May 13, 2010 #9 Share Posted May 13, 2010 We've used EZ Cruise parking many times & had no problems. It's also just a couple of blocks from the terminal so I always drop off our luggage and my wife stays there while I go park and just walk back over to the terminal. Usually faster than waiting on a shuttle. Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
big_duck Posted May 13, 2010 #10 Share Posted May 13, 2010 As of February 2010, I checked cruise parking & shuttle information for most if not all the hotels in Galveston. My results are below, listed in order of guest satisfaction (based on travelers’ reviews on my favorite travel website). +1 FTW Excellent info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KK41 Posted May 13, 2010 #11 Share Posted May 13, 2010 I have used EZ Cruise parking three times and have never had any problems. Will continue to use them for all future cruises. Happy Cruzin Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ACSoCarCruiser Posted May 13, 2010 #12 Share Posted May 13, 2010 I have used EZCruise, Port of Galveston and Holiday Inn for parking. Never had an issue.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steirisch Posted May 13, 2010 Author #13 Share Posted May 13, 2010 Thanks for the quick responses everyone. And, Texas Greeneyes, great list you did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bratgrr1 Posted May 13, 2010 #14 Share Posted May 13, 2010 have used EZ cruise parking 3 or 4 times with no issues. have already pre-arranged parking there for our cruise in July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coupleofcops Posted May 13, 2010 #15 Share Posted May 13, 2010 We have used this one before...no problems. http://www.galvestonparking.net/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizalico Posted May 13, 2010 #16 Share Posted May 13, 2010 We always use EZ Parking and we are always satisfied using them. I just drop everyone off with our luggage, go park and catch the shuttle back to the terminal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InternetAgeTraveler Posted May 13, 2010 #17 Share Posted May 13, 2010 My DD is using www.galvestonparkncruise.com this weekend. They are a bit cheaper than others, but do not offer a shuttle, but are within walking distance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPPADILLA Posted May 14, 2010 #18 Share Posted May 14, 2010 Texas Greeneyes ~ Great list, thanks for sharing. We will be in Galveston next April for a cruise on the Voyager and your information is very helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steirisch Posted May 24, 2010 Author #19 Share Posted May 24, 2010 Just to report back...we did use Lighthouse Parking. It was pretty painless getting to the ship. The only thing I wish I had known was that when disembarking, the Lighthouse bus is way at the end to the left when you come out of the cruise terminal. It was parked behind an EZ bus, so we didn't see it until it left with 3 people aboard. The next one came right away, though. Would definitely use them again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bead_dazzled Posted June 15, 2010 #20 Share Posted June 15, 2010 We recommend Lighthouse Parking. We have used them 5 times and have been very pleased with their service. Make sure to make an advance reservation to ensure you get a spot and you will also save a few bucks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeship Posted June 21, 2010 #21 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Great list. I would just add that it is only a $10-$15 taxi fare from any hotel to the terminal. This is per taxi cost not per person. I think the shuttle is per person. We asked the desk to have a taxi for us at 10 AM. It is easy to get a taxi back to your hotel from the pier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firefly333 Posted June 21, 2010 #22 Share Posted June 21, 2010 I used discount parking last time because it was $5 cheaper than EZCruise ... and they also have a free shuttle, so why not save $5. They are the one across from Howard Johnson's and had only used their shuttle the time before and parked at the hotel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisinCrazy412 Posted June 28, 2010 #23 Share Posted June 28, 2010 Covered (indoor parking) Galveston Park N Cruise at 2514 New Strand,Galveston,Texas. Cruise Terminal is within easy walking distance.(across street) No shuttle is provided. 5 day cruise $40.00. Not sure what a 7 day is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzer Posted July 7, 2010 #24 Share Posted July 7, 2010 We use lighthouse. We like that we can load all our luggage on their shuttle and go to the terminal (together with our luggage) vs. having to drop the luggage and then go park and then ride in a shuttle. We do not split our party until we are on the ship :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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