"HI - Galveston is not your typical hostel -- in fact, you would not even recognise it as being a hostel from the outside. The name to look for is the Sandpiper Motel. It's in a perfect location right on the beach and a few minutes away from downtown Galveston.
What makes the Sandpiper Motel a hostel is the converted motel room, which is basically a double bed with four added bunk beds. The room is clean enough but expected the furniture to be a little warn and faded (as per most U.S. motels). There is a basic TV, air con, and combined... more »