The two-and-a-half-pearl Comfort Inn & Suites Beachfront is a affordable chain hotel located across the street from the beach. While it doesn't have the most exciting atmosphere, the property delivers decent value with its array of amenities. There's an indoor pool and hot tub, a free hot breakfast buffet that's earned kudos from previous guests, plus a small business center, an on-site minimart, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel lacks a full-service restaurant, and while there's a gym, it isn't well-equipped. The hotel's 100 guest rooms and suites come with balconies -- some with gulf views -- plus flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, microwaves, and mini-fridges. Travelers who want a mid-range hotel with an outdoor pool can consider the Four Points by Sheraton Galveston. 

For travelers catching an early flight, it’s hard to beat the location of this Grand Hyatt, which is right inside Terminal D of the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. This upscale hotel is especially convenient for those flying American, as check-in and security are just outside the lobby. It’s not as close to the other terminals, and travelers still have to budget time for the shuttle, but overall it’s a pretty impressive property. Many of the nearly 300 guest rooms overlook the runway but are still quiet. There’s an upscale restaurant, a separate sushi bar, a cafe, and a spa.