I just checked out after spending three night at the Texas City HIE and had a very pleasant stay. I was a little worried given some of the negative reviews, but my stay was quite nice. I had a suite on the second floor and it was comfortable and roomy. It was nice to have a mini fridge and microwave in the room, although I only used the fridge for water. The shower was one of the best hotel showers that I have experienced; as a previous reviewer noted it is the size of a tub, but a shower... I would like to have one of these at home. The hotel was quiet and I slept well in my room. The only issue was I would wake up from the cold during the night... well, actually that is actually a plus given the 100+ temperatures this week... I kept forgetting to turn it up at night, so really my fault. The breakfast was standard HIE fare, but was well presented and fresh. I especially enjoyed the fresh mini lemon poppy seed muffins. I have tried several of the hotels in the area in Galveston, Kemah, and Texas City and this one is the best value. I will be back next week!

The overall experience was great. The check in, room and breakfast were all very good. The room, bedding and large shower were great! This is a 100% smoke free hotel and this was much appreciated!! THE HOTEL STILL LOOKS NEW!! The pool looked nice, even though we didn't use it. The manager was very pleasant and efficient even though she was also filling in for breakfast staff that didn't show and did a great job of keeping up with both duties. We stayed here before a cruise and have already made reservations for next year!
Yes, Galveston area prices are higher than most areas and they take advantage of the heavy tourist traffic. However, at exit 15, this hotel is 35-40% lower than Holiday Inn and other chains located on the boardwalk in Galveston.

Only about 15 miles from Galveston. Just off I-10, but exit is kind of confusing. Wasn't much traffic in the hotel area. Hotel was clean and very nice. Check in was easy. The shower was as big as if there was a tub there, but there was no tub, just shower, very nice. Only complaint would be the bed was hard. No pillow top. But it was okay. Easy check out. Breakfast was okay for a hotel breakfast.

The appearance of the hotel on the outside was nice enough...however the rest was a different story. The breakfast was mediocre at best. The beds were like sleeping on a brick wall. The rooms had an odd smell about them. There were no extra towels to be had. The internet didn't work....I could have gotten all of this for half the price at the discount hotel across the street. Not to mention the fact that I am a priority club member and they didn't offer my usual member's package upon arrival. Certainly one of the worst Holiday Inn's I've ever stayed at!!