The San Luis Resort, GalvestonThe San Luis Resort in Galveston, United States has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 17 of 62 hotels we score in Galveston. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.1 before correction. Rooms from about $456 a night (cached, not a live quote).The San Luis Resort is a 32-acre beachfront hotel and spa on Seawall Boulevard in Galveston, Texas, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico on Galveston Island. It has direct beach access, a large swimming pool with a swim-up bar, a fitness centre, spa and massage services, conference facilities, and on-site dining, and has held AAA Four-Diamond status since 1999. Around 90% of nearly 9,300 reviewers recommend it. Family-friendly rooms include Wi-Fi, room service and valet parking. It suits holidaymakers wanting a full-service beach resort and business guests needing meeting space. Some guests report that rooms feel dated in places, with limited storage and worn carpets in certain areas. Rates start at about $456 per night.What stands out

AAA Four-Diamond award since 1999

Direct beach access on the Gulf

Large pool with swim-up bar

Spa, gym and conference facilities

Watch out for

Some rooms dated with limited storage

Carpets worn in places

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