Bolivar Peninsula, TX

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A lighthouse, two houses, and a marshy landscape.
A tall lighthouse with a white house on a pier in the background.
A dilapidated shipwreck in a body of water.
A driftwood log on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.
A calm lake at sunset with a lighthouse in the center and a distant shoreline.
Time, erosion and the mighty force of Mother Nature created the wonder that is Bolivar Peninsula. Visit and be rewarded with sprawling scenery of the sea and cliffs.

Bolivar Peninsula is a great place to begin your sightseeing in Texas. Of course, there are plenty more attractions worth adding to your must-do list in this area. Crystal Beach is also recommended by tourists.

Crystal Palace Resort

Crystal Palace Resort

2 out of 5
1600 Highway 87 Port Bolivar TX
$128 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$136 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Port Bolivar. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (712 reviews)
"The hotel was perfect for our short stay. The room was extremely clean and nicely updated. The pool was as beautiful as pictured, perfectly maintained and wonderful for our children 4 and 9. We met several friendly guests most were families with similar age children which was comforting and fun. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

Crystal Palace Resort
The 409 Bolivar Beach Hotel

The 409 Bolivar Beach Hotel

2 out of 5
1020 Texas 87 Port Bolivar TX
$92 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$97 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Bolivar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (206 reviews)
"Close to beach. Cute updated rooms. Ice at facility."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

The 409 Bolivar Beach Hotel
Chompy's Beach Cabin

Chompy's Beach Cabin

Bolivar Peninsula TX
Stay at this vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attraction Crystal Beach is located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (215 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay!!"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

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BOLI Bunkies, BOLI Bunkies Beach Glamping Cabins

BOLI Bunkies, BOLI Bunkies Beach Glamping Cabins

Bolivar Peninsula TX
Stay at this vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Crystal Beach and Stingaree ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)
"It was perfect for what we needed. Very clean, comfortable, and affordable"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

BOLI Bunkies, BOLI Bunkies Beach Glamping Cabins
Chompy's Beach Cabin

Chompy's Beach Cabin

Bolivar Peninsula TX
Stay at this vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attraction Crystal Beach is located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (215 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay!!"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Chompy's Beach Cabin
Brand New Home! Pet Friendly! Gulf Views! Playground!

Brand New Home! Pet Friendly! Gulf Views! Playground!

Bolivar Peninsula TX
Stay at this vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gilchrist Beach and Stingaree Marina are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
"Everything was great! Clean, well stocked house. Loved having the pool right across from us and our host was very responsive."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

Brand New Home! Pet Friendly! Gulf Views! Playground!
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Stay near popular Bolivar Peninsula attractions

Fort Travis Seashore Park

9.2/10 (15 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Port Bolivar with a visit to Fort Travis Seashore Park. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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Cities near Bolivar Peninsula

A coastal residential area with houses and a beach in the background.

Port Bolivar

A crocodile partially submerged in water with vegetation around.

Anahuac

A beach with red and beige umbrellas, beach chairs, and large rocks in the foreground.

Gilchrist

An aerial view of a coastal town with a bridge connecting to a peninsula, surrounded by water and greenery.

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