Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach
Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach
796 State Highway 87, Crystal Beach, TX 77650-2885
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#1 of 7 campsites in Crystal Beach
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Camp Margaritaville Crystal Beach RV Resort is a beachfront vacation and entertainment venue offering an unmatched amenity package that elevates the RV travel experience. A blend of seaside Southern hospitality and backyard tranquility, this resort is decked out with sparkling pools, swim-up bars, private VIP cabanas and live entertainment just steps from the beaches of the Upper Texas Coast. To learn more, visit CampMargaritavilleCrystalBeach.com.
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Property amenities
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Entertainment staff
Children's playground
Parking
Paid wifi
Restaurant
Kids' meals
Snack bar
Swimup bar
Poolside bar
Fishing
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
24-hour security
Convenience store
Gift shop
Outdoor fireplace
Picnic area
Shared bathroom
First aid kit
Express check-in / check-out
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Air conditioning
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HOTEL STYLE
Mid-range
Location
796 State Highway 87, Crystal Beach, TX 77650-2885
Getting there
Hobby Airport
62.9 km•
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19 Restaurants
within 10 kilometers
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4.0
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Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach has garnered positive feedback for its inviting atmosphere and consistently clean facilities, with special applause for its spotless common areas and well-maintained sites. The resort's attentive service has been praised, although some guests have encountered inconsistency.
The pool, entertainment, and food services are among the amenities that receive commendations, even as some guests suggest there's room for enhancement. However, the pricing has been a point of contention, with numerous travelers considering the resort overpriced and questioning the value for the cost, particularly in relation to room policies and management.
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Inviting
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Run-down
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Expensive
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Inconsistent
Amenities
Well-appointed
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This feels like being on a cruise but even better. No customs and no passport required. The pool is wonderful and refreshing and it does not feel like you are in Crystal Beach. They have weekend concerts and they have an onsite restaurant with delicious food. The entire place is very clean and well maintained. The grass is very green and always mowed and maintained. All RV sites are paved and they even have free shuttle service from the overflow parking lot to the pool. They even have an arcade too. The prices for a back in site is very reasonable (you would pay well over thousands of dollars to stay at the hotel resorts in Galveston and to even take a cruise. Galveston is only a boat ride away (however it is best to check the ferry line prior to go to Galveston, but the ferry ride is relaxing).
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from General Manager, General Manager at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach
Responded Aug 16, 2024
Dear Bryan, Thank you for choosing Camp Margaritaville RV Resort Crystal Beach and sharing such a lovely review. We are delighted you enjoyed everything from our well-maintained, spotless sites and great amenities to our convenient shuttle and delicious food. It would be an honor to welcome you back for another amazing getaway.
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Everything about this place is great, the food was ok, but they also will bring it to your Rv spot, the have a drink golf cart that also comes around, it is a very big and clean place, the Rv spots are concrete, there’s also paradise park where they have live music and activities, the pool is super big with family and adult pool, they have a swim up bar in the middle, with music. Going Sunday thru Thursday is much more quiet and cheaper then the weekends fill up pretty fast, will the locals they also have Rvs there that you can rent as well golf carts; you will need a golf cart to get to the beach. Only one thing that it was lacking and that’s signs to the beach for golf carts, any easier way to get there and better directions when rented the golf cart, we had to push ours several times from the sand, they are working on phase 3 so there is construction going on
When I can get to the beach easier it will be ranked 5 stars.
When I can get to the beach easier it will be ranked 5 stars.
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Go to the store before you get on ferry limited grocery stores there and restaurants
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Response from General Manager, General Manager at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach
Responded Aug 20, 2024
Thank you for joining us for a birthday celebration! We're thrilled you had a blast, and we appreciate you mentioning our excellent amenities and impeccable facilities. Your feedback about our offerings and signage to the beach will be shared internally for further consideration. It was truly a pleasure having you here, and we hope you return soon!
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Excellent RV resort with really great amenities! We stayed for a week and it was a great trip. Check-in and check-out were really easy, and since we were arriving late, the staff even sent a message with a map of the property that was marked up with directions to our site. We'll stay again!
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from General Manager, General Manager at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach
Responded Apr 23, 2024
Dear Marshall, It warms our hearts to know that you had a great time with us overall and that our friendly team members were the highlight of your visit. Thank you so much for the perfect rating, and we hope you will join us again later down the road.
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Been to many resorts and my opinion is that Jimmy is rolling around in his grave with frustration. This place is poorly managed, yes, its new, however they need to overhaul many aspects of the requirements and rules. Renting a golf cart, we have rented several at other resorts, never before were we asked to show proof of car insurance, always your driver's license was sufficient. It would not have been a big issue if we did not walk a half a mile to the camp store. the pool...we walk to the pool i am carrying a bottle of spring water was told i have to throw it out. My wife was carrying a Stanley mug with iced tea she was told to empty it. I was emailed that i could extend my stay for 50 bucks, decided to take advantage of the offer, my extended day would have been a Sunday to Monday in October, was told I would have to move because the reserved my site. they said it was a locked in site. they could move me to another location but breaking down and setting back up was not practical. can you imagine reserving a site and paying the extra 25 dollars to reserve this site which was not close to anything. i walked away frustrated and did not believe for a minute this site had a lock reservation. This experience left me with a very bad taste in my mouth and a terrible way to end an otherwise great summer. if I could have put a half star I would have and that would have been too much credit. My site was/is G13, you can view on camp map the location.
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from General Manager, General Manager at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach
Responded Oct 21, 2024
Your voice is important to us, and we appreciate you for making it heard. What you have shared does not convey the high-quality experience we are typically known for, so we're grateful you brought your concerns to our attention. Rest assured, your feedback will be shared with the respective teams as we ensure we uphold our standards across the board. If you would like to discuss this matter further, please consider contacting us offline. In the future, we hope you consider giving us another chance to change your perceptions and showcase our true caring nature of hospitality.
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Beware of This Resort Management's ability to NOT Walk The Walk and only Talk the Talk. They are Advertising and telling You one thing and then not delivering on what they are Advertising and telling you. Their dedication to Customer Service is relative to the number of sites that are booked.
Initially, the Adult and Family Pools were supposed to be heated to 84 Degrees Fahrenheit and both were barely over 70 Degrees Fahrenheit. When we asked about it, the excuse from Upper Management was that it hadn't recovered from the last Cold Front yet, which was over a week ago. They just aren't spending the money to turn up the Thermostat. There was Construction going on with Daily Sessions of Jackhammers pounding on concrete for hours, which was never publicized when booking or anytime thereafter. Their so-called High Speed WiFi was unreliable and was constantly showing as Poor Reception. This Resort charges a Premium Price without Delivering a Return on that Significant Investment. We had Very Much looked forward to Enjoying our stay for the Month of March and now we feel like we are just having to Deal with getting thru it instead. We will Definitely Never Ever book a Camp Margaritaville RV Resort in any of our future plans. We had Fantastic Stays over the past two months at Sun Outdoors RV Resorts.
Although we did get a 3 Day refund from the GM as a result of the less than advertised conditions, it was a relatively small gesture in comparison to our investment that we made for our 29 Day stay.
Ironically, everything was up and running for Spring Break but then back to hit and miss Amenities when the Crowd thinned out. Go Figure!
Initially, the Adult and Family Pools were supposed to be heated to 84 Degrees Fahrenheit and both were barely over 70 Degrees Fahrenheit. When we asked about it, the excuse from Upper Management was that it hadn't recovered from the last Cold Front yet, which was over a week ago. They just aren't spending the money to turn up the Thermostat. There was Construction going on with Daily Sessions of Jackhammers pounding on concrete for hours, which was never publicized when booking or anytime thereafter. Their so-called High Speed WiFi was unreliable and was constantly showing as Poor Reception. This Resort charges a Premium Price without Delivering a Return on that Significant Investment. We had Very Much looked forward to Enjoying our stay for the Month of March and now we feel like we are just having to Deal with getting thru it instead. We will Definitely Never Ever book a Camp Margaritaville RV Resort in any of our future plans. We had Fantastic Stays over the past two months at Sun Outdoors RV Resorts.
Although we did get a 3 Day refund from the GM as a result of the less than advertised conditions, it was a relatively small gesture in comparison to our investment that we made for our 29 Day stay.
Ironically, everything was up and running for Spring Break but then back to hit and miss Amenities when the Crowd thinned out. Go Figure!
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip:Â Stay when they're Busy or you'll be disappointed.
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Response from General Manager, General Manager at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach
Responded Mar 24, 2024
We appreciate your feedback on our property. Thank you for taking a moment to share your thoughts with us. It saddens us to hear that you did not have a good experience, and we will make sure these concerns are forwarded to our team. We hope that you will consider staying with us again so that we can provide you with the experience you expect and deserve.
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I cannot stress enough to NEVER book a reservation with Camp Margaritaville! This is the worst managed RV resort I have ever seen and a corporate policy that is just plain greed. We had plans to travel to Margaritaville this coming Labor Day weekend. Due to the fact that Crystal Beach is expecting 8-10" of rain we felt it best to change our plans. I log into my reservation and Change Reservation will not allow you to click on it. I called to be told they do not allow changes to reservations period. I was not asking for a refund I was just simply asking to change my reservation to another weekend. What this means in that we are out $517.76 because of greed. It is entirely up to you what you do with your money, but this place is a waste of it. Instead of allowing their customers the ability change to fit their needs Camp Margaritaville is more about screwing you. We will never go back and will inform ever camper we know about this policy. It is funny how their policy will not only cost them a 20+ year camping family but a group of over 20 camping couples business forever.
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from General Manager, General Manager at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach
Responded Aug 31, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your experience. We strive to ensure our guests have a comfortable, welcoming experience, and we regret you felt otherwise on this occasion. It is our hope that the updates currently being made to the property will make staying at our property even more enjoyable. Your frustration regarding the reservation system is understandable, and we are disappointed that you had this issue. Rest assured, the proper team members have been made aware so we can work to ensure guests can enjoy all our facility has to offer. Please know that we would be very grateful for the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.
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I'll be nice and say this place may possibly have potential some day. That day was not any of the days we stayed last weekend. First off this place is extremely expensive. For the money they are charging you'd expect (at a bare minimum) clean pools, a working sound system, working WiFi, food service that didn't take an hour, firewood for sale when they state you can't bring your own, an actual view of the beach for a "beach club", employees that didn't each have their own set of rules, not to have to walk around construction equipment and hear the popping of nail guns, and the list goes on. We were given the total bait and switch with this trip. I find it funny that when we booked months ago all the sites appeared full (presumably an effort to make you think it would sell out), but our section was practically empty. I get needing the revenues to support the place, but don't charge full price for 1/2 service. Maybe try not having so many employees working instead. Does it really take five girls to man the entrance to the pool and more to wander around laughing an ignoring the guests all day? There was really nothing extraordinary about this place unless, I suppose, you want to pony up another $2500 a day to rent the VIP cabanas. What a joke. This place will be out business in no time if they don't up their game dramatically. We talked with so many people there during our stay and not a single one had a positive thing to say. There are simply too many other and better options available. I highly doubt we will ever be back. On a positive note, they had electricity, water and a hole in the ground to dump your sewage through....
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Date of stay: June 2022
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If you are looking for a place on the beach, pool, fantastic restaurant and bar all with outstanding service then this would be the place to go. Not to mention if you need to use the laundry facilities all very well keep up.
The resort is one of the most well kept we have stayed at with concrete level sites.
The resort is one of the most well kept we have stayed at with concrete level sites.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from General Manager, General Manager at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach
Responded Oct 10, 2023
Dear Tom, It is a huge thrill to know that we are on your list of top resort experiences! Thank you for your kind words about our many amenities and excellent service. We look forward to your return!
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Another EXCELLENT stay! This is our third time at this resort, the staff is fantastic and the amenities are beyond any other resort we have stayed at anywhere in the Galveston area. This place is absolutely worth it! The sites are clean and come with a fire pit, some have dog kennels. They have both back-in and pull through sites. They have quite a few sites that back up to the retention pond where there is great fishing for the kiddos (we love row F). They have a HUGE pool with two swim up bars (one side for adults, the other for families) , multiple TVs and a large jacuzzi. There are plenty of chairs available (no racing to the pool early in the AM to save a spot, they have plenty!) They also have cabana’s available for rent including nice 2nd story VIP cabanas that face both the pool and the concert area . Their entire staff are all really fun, courteous and personable, Mark the food and beverage Mgr is our favorite. Nicest guy ever and so helpful (he helped us resolve an issue with our rig). They have ample staff available and they work incredible hard to keep the resort spotless and ensure their guests are well taken care of. Their food trucks are also really good!! They also have a huge play area for kids (artificial turf), playground and lots of kid friendly activities. We’ve been here twice when they’ve had concerts, the stage is huge and the sound incredible! The beach is accessible without crossing a street and golf carts can easily access the beach (they rent 4 and 6 seaters on site). The beach fishing here is really good and there is an awesome bait shop just down the street. Their bathrooms and showers and large and really clean, the best I have ever seen at an RV resort. Their gym is nice and they have plenty of washers/dryers. Late check in is a breeze, they are very accommodating. There are grocery stores nearby and some really good seafood restaurants nearby. We LOVE this place and will be back many more times this year. Very impressive operation all around. Can’t wait to come back!
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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This is the worst run resort I have ever stayed at. Winter Texans beware.
Day 1 the bar tender shortchanged me so she could get a tip. The heated pool that they advertised was freezing. The hot tube was warm though!
Day 2 went for a walk down to the beach. There were mud holes the size of a semi-truck in the path, had to walk through the weeds to get to the beach. No more trips to the beach Pool still freezing! Bar at pool was open several days but lacked a bar tender. No club house or group activities. Unlike other resorts in this price range there was nothing to do except work out in the fitness center or go for a walk.
Days were spent in Galveston since there was nothing to do here.
Mardi Gras celebration was coming up and they had plans. And they turned the pool heat on since the park was going to be full. They raised the price of beer at the bar from $5.50 to $6.50 while the restaurants outside the gate were charging $3.00. Parade was nice though. They did provide bands Fri & Sat nights did not go. This is a summer resort for people that have unlimited budgets. There is not one amenity that they don't charge extra for, Don't bring cash they want everyone to use their credit cards. I was told the staff doesn't get the tips customers leave for them. Did not confirm this though. Unless you have a dog and enjoy barking early in the morning, get a spot far away from the dog playground.
On the plus side the WIFI worked good. I will never set foot on a Margaritaville property again
Day 1 the bar tender shortchanged me so she could get a tip. The heated pool that they advertised was freezing. The hot tube was warm though!
Day 2 went for a walk down to the beach. There were mud holes the size of a semi-truck in the path, had to walk through the weeds to get to the beach. No more trips to the beach Pool still freezing! Bar at pool was open several days but lacked a bar tender. No club house or group activities. Unlike other resorts in this price range there was nothing to do except work out in the fitness center or go for a walk.
Days were spent in Galveston since there was nothing to do here.
Mardi Gras celebration was coming up and they had plans. And they turned the pool heat on since the park was going to be full. They raised the price of beer at the bar from $5.50 to $6.50 while the restaurants outside the gate were charging $3.00. Parade was nice though. They did provide bands Fri & Sat nights did not go. This is a summer resort for people that have unlimited budgets. There is not one amenity that they don't charge extra for, Don't bring cash they want everyone to use their credit cards. I was told the staff doesn't get the tips customers leave for them. Did not confirm this though. Unless you have a dog and enjoy barking early in the morning, get a spot far away from the dog playground.
On the plus side the WIFI worked good. I will never set foot on a Margaritaville property again
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from General Manager, General Manager at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach
Responded Feb 21, 2024
Dear John, We're saddened to learn you did not enjoy your visit. Please accept our apologies for any disappointment with the service and available amenities. Our goal is to create a fun environment where our guests feel welcome, and we clearly did not achieve that with you. Your comments will be shared with our team for improvement. If you're in the area again, we hope you'll come back to see us.
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No tents
No pets allowed in pool area. There is a nice pet park. I also see lots of pets riding with owners on golf cart.
Camp Margaritaville is situated right next to the beach. There is an entire section not yet built out, it’s a nice walk or short bike ride to the beach through this section. You don’t have to cross any roads. The walkway from the street to the beach is wide enough for golf carts, electric bikes, etc. You can also park near the walkway and have just a short walk down to the beach. They also sell $10 passes (good for a year) and the public access point is very close so you can drive your car or truck onto the beach with the pass. The beach in front of the resort is beautiful and not typically crowded. The fishing is great! There are small grocery stores just down the street (TJ’s, Dollar General) and a much bigger grocery store about 5 minutes down the road (The Big Store). Camp Margaritaville’s main office also has a lot of items (food and other). On a side note, the food truck menu serviced at the pool bar has a lot of really great food as well! The larger restaurant next to the pool area was under construction during our last visit, can’t wait to try it. We love this resort, great options for pool, beach, fishing and more. It’s very dog and kid friendly too. Great place for longer term stays, they often have concerts and events that are free with your stay. Laundry and bathroom facilities are the best we have ever experienced. GREAT staff!!!
"Great RV Park. The location is perfect. Everyone, from start to finish, was accommodating, friendly, and service-oriented. Sites are large"Read full review
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Bolivar Beach Club & RV Resort
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United StatesTexasTexas Gulf CoastCrystal Beach
NUMBER OF ROOMS
200
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Frequently Asked Questions about Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach
Which popular attractions are close to Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach?
Nearby attractions include Crystal Beach (4.6 km), Bolivar Escape Room (3.5 km), and Fun Spot Waterslide (5.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a swimup bar, free wifi, and a pool.
What food & drink options are available at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach?
Guests can enjoy a swimup bar, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach?
Conveniently located restaurants include Jose's Cantina, Tia Juanita's Crystal Beach, and Dannay's Donuts.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Is Camp Margaritaville Resort Crystal Beach accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.