Bolivar Peninsula, TX

Travel Guide

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.

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant

2 out of 5
1365 Highway 124 High Island TX
The price is $69 total per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
$69 total
per night
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Book a stay at this beach motel in High Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (359 reviews)
"This is our go to place to stay when visiting the peninsula. The rooms are always clean and the staff is very friendly."

Reviewed on Sep 4, 2026

Gulfway Motel & Restaurant
Steps from the Beach!

Steps from the Beach!

Crystal Beach TX
The price is $393 total per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
$393 total
per night
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gilchrist Beach and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
"Al was very easy to get in touch with. Let us know that we can stay an extra day at a discounted rate.. so kind! Everything was clean and ready for our arrival. The home was just as advertised! Close walk to the beach! We had a great stay!"

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2026

Steps from the Beach!
7BR Beachfront | Playground, Bar & Gulf Views

7BR Beachfront | Playground, Bar & Gulf Views

Gilchrist TX
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gilchrist Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"We enjoy the place so much - Nice place - we be back forSure!"

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

7BR Beachfront | Playground, Bar & Gulf Views
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 Stingaree Marina and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (99 reviews)
"Everything was great! Had a comfortable stay and highly recommend!"

Reviewed on Aug 30, 2026

BOLI Bunkies, BOLI Bunkies Beach Glamping Cabins
Modern Crystal Beach Home Steps to the Sand

Modern Crystal Beach Home Steps to the Sand

Bolivar Peninsula TX
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stingaree Marina and nauti ...
10/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful place, and great communication. We really enjoyed our 4 night stay!"

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026

Modern Crystal Beach Home Steps to the Sand
No Regrets ~ Luxury at the Beach ~ pool & spa ~ 6 bedrooms & 5 full bathrooms ~

No Regrets ~ Luxury at the Beach ~ pool & spa ~ 6 bedrooms & 5 full bathrooms ~

Bolivar Peninsula TX
Stay at this vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stingaree Marina and nauti beaver hut ...
10/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
"Great place, easy to work with owners. Close to beach. The pool was such a bonus! Loved it"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2026

No Regrets ~ Luxury at the Beach ~ pool & spa ~ 6 bedrooms & 5 full bathrooms ~
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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