Port Bolivar, TX

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Where to stay in Port Bolivar

This is one of the few beaches where you can drive your car onto the beach.
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Crystal Beach

Stretching 7 miles along Highway 87, this unincorporated community boasts 27 miles of beach, allowing camping, fires, and fishing opportunities on the North Jetty. Visit the Joe Faggert Community Center or Gregory Park for added recreation.

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Stingaree

When in Stingaree, you can plan a visit to Crystal Beach and Stingaree Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Stingaree
Crystal Palace Resort
Crystal Palace Resort
2 out of 5
1600 Highway 87, Port Bolivar, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 308 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
AED 308
AED 326 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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! (338 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 11 March 2025

Crystal Palace Resort
The 409 Bolivar Beach Hotel
The 409 Bolivar Beach Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1020 Texas 87, Port Bolivar, TX
The price is AED 446 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
AED 446
AED 473 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Port Bolivar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)
"Very clean room. Friendly staff. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on 14 January 2025

The 409 Bolivar Beach Hotel
Cozy Crystal Beach getaway with deck, close to beach
Cozy Crystal Beach getaway with deck, close to beach
Bolivar Peninsula
The price is AED 327 per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
AED 327
AED 932 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and balconies. Popular attraction Crystal Beach is located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (54 reviews)
Perfect stay
"Was just right for my family of three enough space and close to the beach :)"

Reviewed on 13 February 2025

Cozy Crystal Beach getaway with deck, close to beach
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.
Beach house with arcade room just minutes from beach
Beach house with arcade room just minutes from beach
Crystal Beach
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attraction Crystal Beach is located ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Church youth group retreat
"This was a great house to stay in. The upstairs room was wonderful for our group of teens. The owners communicated well and answered messages quickly."

Reviewed on 11 February 2025

Beach house with arcade room just minutes from beach
Sea breeze oceanfront home with balcony, patio, hammock, & W/D
Sea breeze oceanfront home with balcony, patio, hammock, & W/D
Gilchrist
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy a beach locale, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Gilchrist Beach and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Love this place
"Such a nice place and we had a wonderful time. Will be back and will rent again soon"

Reviewed on 23 February 2025

Sea breeze oceanfront home with balcony, patio, hammock, & W/D
Cozy Crystal Beach getaway with deck, close to beach
Cozy Crystal Beach getaway with deck, close to beach
Bolivar Peninsula
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Port Bolivar. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and balconies. Popular attraction Crystal Beach is located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (54 reviews)
Perfect stay
"Was just right for my family of three enough space and close to the beach :)"

Reviewed on 13 February 2025

Cozy Crystal Beach getaway with deck, close to beach
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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Reviews of Port Bolivar

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Top Destination
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