Hotel Galvez is approximately an hour drive from downtown Houston and the George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Valet parking with unlimited in/out access is available for $18 per night. Additionally, Self-parking is available in the adjacent parking garage at a charge of $10 per night.
Known as "Queen of the Gulf," Hotel Galvez & Spa is an iconic property gracing the Texas coastline for over 100 years. Attracting both couples and families, this AAA 4-Diamond hotel is across the street from the beach where "there’s no sign of the area’s rowdy spring-break scene" (Travel + Leisure).
Celebrating the building's original architecture, guestrooms are on the smaller side, but their amenities "are as modern as they come" (U.S. News) and include complimentary Wi-Fi, docking stations and Simmons Smart Beds.
Named one of the Top 100 Brunch Restaurants in America by OpenTable diners, Galvez Bar & Grill is the go-to for local seafood and a renowned Sunday Champagne Brunch. Guests can enjoy poolside cocktails and Texas-style bites at the seasonal swim-up bar and grill.
A full menu of services is available at the tranquil day spa, but the true hub of relaxation is the expansive saline pool with a whirlpool and plenty of recliners.
To explore off-site attractions, the hotel offers bicycle rentals and a courtesy shuttle to the Strand Historic District and Pier 21.
From the press:
"The real star of the hotel is the staff, who provide friendly and accommodating southern hospitality" -- Oyster.com
"[Hotel Galvez] celebrated its 100th anniversary ... yet it's hardly showing its age" -- U.S. News
Amenities
General
Infant cots / cribs
Bar
Newspaper / magazines
Gym / fitness center
Hot Tub / Jacuzzi
Pool bar
Restaurant
Pet-friendly
Spa
Extra beds (fees apply)
100% smoke-free
Sauna
Services
24-hour front desk
24-hour security
Airport transfer (fees apply)
Beauty treatments / massages (fees apply)
Bike rental
Concierge service
Hair salon (fees apply)
Laundry / dry cleaning
Business center
ATM
Room amenities
Air-conditioning
Central heating
Coffee / tea-making facilities
Fridge
Iron and ironing board
Safe
Flatscreen TV
iPod/iPhone docking station
Internet
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair-dryer
Luxury toiletries
Bathtub (in some rooms)
Bathtub or shower
Parking
Parking (fees apply)
Valet service (fees apply)
Accessibility
Accessible bathroom in some rooms
Accessible meeting room
Accessible parking
Accessible path of travel
Accessible pool area
Accessible restaurant
Accessible spa
ADA compliant rooms
Facilities for guests with special needs
Roll-in shower
Wheelchair accessible
Policies
Check-in: Standard Time is 4pm.
Minimum age required to check in: 21.
Checkout: Standard Time is 12pm.
Children and additional guests: Children up to the age of 18 stay free of charge when sharing parents’ room and using existing bedding (on request). Pack and Play available on request (and based on availability), free of charge. Extra bed available on request (and based on availability), for one child or one adult in the City View King Room only: $20.00 per day (subject to tax). Extra person charge is $20 per person, per night for the 3rd/4th guest in the room. Charges will be added to your bill at the hotel.
Pets: Pets (25 pounds or less) are allowed on request and will be charged a $100.00 (subject to tax) cleaning fee per stay. Charges will be applied by hotel.
Cancellation: Cancellation policy & booking conditions vary by 'rate plan'. These will be displayed on the payment page after you have searched for your dates and selected a rate.
Additional details: A Valet Parking Fee of $18.00 (subject to tax) and a Self-Parking fee of $10.00 (subject to tax), per day applies and will be added to your bill at the hotel. There is an additional cost for oversize vehicles. This rate is subject to change without notice and at the discretion of the property.
Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.
The room rates listed are for double occupancy per room unless otherwise stated and exclude tax recovery charges and service fees.
It is the responsibility of the hotel chain and/or the individual property to ensure the accuracy of the photos displayed. Travelzoo is not responsible for any inaccuracies in the photos.
*Unless otherwise stated, Travelzoo-exclusive extras are valid once per stay (based on two adults sharing). Value is an estimate based on double occupancy. Extras are only included with Member Rates and may not be available on all dates. Extras are non-transferable and have no cash value. Total value may vary depending on time of booking and availability. When included, breakfast may be limited to 2 guests per stay subject to hotel’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply; see our T&Cs for details.
Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.
The walls are very thin between rooms. My husband and i booked this room for a weekend getaway to relax. We had a family next door and we had to listen to kids scream and play for hours until we finally called the front desk. They had no other rooms available. The hotel is very nice, the staff awesome, and the ambience fantastic. However, it was not a good fit for us.
Elizabeth01. Jan 2019Houston, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
We enjoyed the old tradition of the hotel and a book in the room about the hotel's history. We were happy that hotel still gives morning newspapers.
Linda28. Dec 2018Montgomery, TX, USA
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It was just beautiful.
Shauna24. Dec 2018Cypress, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The location, it's history- the basement where they have history of Hotel Galvez, and Galveston. The christmas lights - beautifully done
Other Comments
I just wanted to stay in a historic hotel, other than that, nothing spectacular about it.
Laarni12. Dec 2018Houston, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
hotel well maintained -- cleanliness pleasant staff -
Arene Chuska24. Nov 2018Montgomery, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Hospitality
Other Comments
Complimentary bikes, valet and spa personnel were great!
Glenn22. Nov 2018Houston, TX, USA
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Bar
Anne22. Nov 2018Hallettsville, TX, USA
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It was in a good location which is right on the beach. The hotel is well kept for a 100+ year old hotel. It was a good value for Galveston.
Charles17. Nov 2018Spring, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The atmosphere; all of the staff everywhere was friendly and helpful; so much history in a beautiful place!
Pam31. Oct 2018Lake Charles, LA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great location for views and ease of walking to things. Staff was great and pool was small but usuable for the kids. Will go back for sure with the price we paid.
Stacy28. Oct 2018Willis, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The location of the hotel is right on the Seawall and across from the ocean. It is a beautiful hotel.
Amber27. Oct 2018Amarillo, TX, USA
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View
Carla24. Oct 2018Apache, OK, USA
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It’s a beautiful hotel and we enjoyed our stay. The only thing I found to be a little strange was the button on the nightstand turned off all of the lights, including the lights in the bathroom, which I discovered when my boyfriend was in the shower. I may have given a mild heart attack.
Maija24. Oct 2018Cypress, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Friendlyness of staff
Other Comments
Steven at front desk was awesome. Made us feel very welcome and acknowledged us whenever he saw us in the lobby. Acted truly interested in what we were doing to enjoy ourselves while in Galveston.
Edith21. Oct 2018Houston, TX, USA
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The atmosphere at the hotel was wonderful and laid back. We used the complimentary bicycles to ride down the sea wall. The Sunday lunch buffet at the Galvez was awesome!! The staff was super polite and helpful. They also have a great pool and hot tub. We will definitely go back again!
Shannon17. Oct 2018Sealy, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Pool area very pretty and view of ocean sitting in front lobby area.
Other Comments
Complimentary shuttle to Strand & restaurants was very useful! Valet guys helpful and courteous, they were great!
Lorraine13. Oct 2018San Antonio, TX, USA
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Beautiful building, saline pool was gorgeous with swim up bar and great service. Rooms nice
Antoinette13. Oct 2018Livingston, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Very comfortable room
Ann11. Oct 2018Fort Worth, TX, USA
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Everything!!! The pool was nice, the hot tub even better! Hotel location was awesome. Enjoyed the beach and walked back to hotel. And visited the souvenir shop as well. Room was big and very clean. Can't wait to go again!
Other Comments
Love this Hotel and can't wait to go back. It's known as a haunted Hotel, but we didn't notice anything out of the ordinary. Plenty of great pic opts.
deanna09. Oct 2018Humble, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The pool and hunting for Ghosts on the 5th floor.
Other Comments
The museum in the basement was interesting.
Jeanne06. Oct 2018Houston, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
So much history. Great staff!
Cynthia04. Oct 2018Mansfield, TX, USA
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The staff here is exceptional. Really nice ,friendly and eager to help
Ronald28. Sep 2018Irving, TX, USA
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We enjoyed some special mother/daughter time and loved room service.
Kellye28. Sep 2018SIENNA PLANT, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Staff is always friendly. Atmosphere at the pool and lobby bar is very welcoming. Good food and drinks.
Dalinda26. Sep 2018Houston, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful old hotel with an amazing Sunday brunch!
David25. Sep 2018EdgewoodPuyallup, WA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The history of the hotel and the ambiance!
Other Comments
Service was excellent and the location is directly across from the Gulf.
Bob22. Sep 2018Fort Worth, TX, USA
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All the staff that I encountered were friendly and helpful. The food in the restaurant was excellent (I had the salmon).
Teresa21. Sep 2018Humble, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Everything you need or want to do is in one place!
Other Comments
Love having the bicycles for free and fishing poles! We swam up after hours at the bar in the pool and the waiter got us supper from the restaurant inside and brought it into the pool so we could eat in the pool anyway! Such fun!
Terry21. Sep 2018Sonora, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Ambiance, the staff, other patrons, the building
Other Comments
I appreciate the staff and manager resolving a reservation error and correcting my invoice
Rachel20. Sep 2018Fort WorthFort worth, TX, USA
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Just the hotel itself, simply beautiful.
Other Comments
We always book on a Tuesday or Wednesday when not crowded. Hotel staff has always given us an upgrade to ocean view when we we asked. This time around the person who checked us in, wasn't as accommodating as previous trips. We had to pay for upgrade.
Cindy20. Sep 2018PasadenaPasadena, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Ambience
Ondrea19. Sep 2018Liberty Hill, TX, USA
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The hotel was beautiful.
Other Comments
The pool was very relaxing.
Robin19. Sep 2018Palestine, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Sunday brunch.
Other Comments
Only problem was that the hotel increased the price by $20 for every date I selected through Travel Zoo.
Sheila19. Sep 2018Kiln, MS, USA
Enjoyed Most
The "stately" historic atmosphere!
Other Comments
The room is a tad small with not many places to put things.
Richard13. Sep 2018Fairview, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Sunday Brunch was outstanding - as usual!
Other Comments
Great hotel!
Dennis12. Sep 2018Spring, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Atmosphere and Location
Lori12. Sep 2018Burkburnett, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Nice pool area and just across the street from the beach.
Other Comments
Hotel Galvez is truly a beautiful classic.
Brian08. Sep 2018Huffman, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great valet parking. Friendliness of the staff.
Lorraine08. Sep 2018San Antonio, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The edifice is elegant and much can be done to bring the quality of service equal to the building’s stature of elegance.
Other Comments
I was expecting it to be as grand as the San Luis in the rooms, but it felt like a small cell of a room with minimal furnishings. Also, staff was almost non-existent. I was expecting more of a presence from the staff to make the stay special. Plenty of valets that opened the door, but only 1 person as the receptionist that didn’t speak to guests and only 1 person at the checkout counter - even when the entire lobby is full trying to check out.
Misty07. Sep 2018Tomball, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
pool, spa
Tammie07. Sep 2018Austin, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Diverse and interesting guests; right on the Gulf for beach walks; free bikes; bar open until 12 pm. Walkable to good restaurants.
Other Comments
Staff is excellent. Lisa, one of the bartenders, is smart and oh, so much fun and good natured.
Trish06. Sep 2018Houston, TX, USA
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The pool area was very nice!
Joy04. Sep 2018KilleenKilleen, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Pool
Other Comments
Smelled of cigarette smoke
Carol18. Aug 2018McKinney, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Friendly customer service, pool, location. What was not to like!
Other Comments
Would be nice to have some way to dry/hang wet bathing suits in the rooms.
Pamela18. Aug 2018Hawkins, TX, USA
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The Galvez is amazing! It’s like stepping back in time as you walk up to the hotel. The staff is friendly, there’s doormen always there for you, the bartenders make great drinks, the pool area is really nice, and we loved the spa too! We loved it all and only wish we could’ve gotten the Travelzoo deal for an additional night (they blocked out additional dates). It’s also really nice how we could rent their complementary bikes and ride over to the Strand. We never had to drive anywhere!
Other Comments
We had a king ocean view room. Our only complaint is that getting into the bathroom is very tight when you’re trying to close the door.
Amanda03. Sep 2018Houston, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Everything! The view of the ocean is great. The staff is there to please. The valets are courteous and well worth the extra to park. Get up early and use one of the free bicycles for a ride on the seawall. Spend the day between the beach and the pool.
Other Comments
The rooms are a little small but, you shouldn't be spending much time in there anyways!
Kathryn02. Sep 2018Pearland, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The room itself and of course the ocean view
Other Comments
It's a favorite.
Jamilla01. Sep 2018Bellaire, AL, USA
Enjoyed Most
Pool...
Georjean29. Aug 2018Austin, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The history and beauty of the hotel and it was right across the street from the beach.
Maureen29. Aug 2018The Woodlands, TX, USA
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The pool was great. Bed was really comfortable.
Elizabeth28. Aug 2018Houston, TX, USA
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We enjoyed it so much we're getting ready to make reservations for a few weeks from now. And this time it will be a longer stay.
alfonso28. Aug 2018Houston, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Yes the Pool & Spa
Other Comments
No refrigerator as stated...musty smell...not what was advertised
Esther27. Aug 2018Sprintown, TX, USA
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$99/night rate! Great value!
Donna26. Aug 2018Houston, TX, USA
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The serene and beauty of the hotel, pool, and seaside view was just awesome!
Other Comments
My husband is in a wheelchair. The staff went out of their way to be accommodating and helpful. Thank you, Hotel Galvez staff, for making our stay wonderful!
Rebecca25. Aug 2018Houston, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Beautiful hotel with lots of history .Very pretty pool with food and drink service. Breakfast buffet was very good.
Barbara25. Aug 2018Spring, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Lovely older building and grounds.
Other Comments
The rooms are a bit small and windows are small as well. The partial view simply means you are on one of the wings that does not look specifically head on to the water. From our room we could see the pier and Ferris wheel at night lit up.
John24. Aug 2018North Richland Hills, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The pool area and pool bar. The free bicycles.
Other Comments
The hotel is fabulous !! very charming and quite grand. The pool area is wonderful on a hot day. What a great Travelzoo deal, we're definitely going to go again to this wonderful hotel.
Sharron24. Aug 2018Spring, TX, USA
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I don't think I can narrow it down to just one thing I enjoyed the most! The staff is amazing, the pool was excellent, the property is very clean and well maintained, the beach is across the street! It was an excellent choice.
Shalon23. Aug 2018New Braunfels, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Comfortable beds, great pool & friendly staff
Cari23. Aug 2018Mabank, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The spa is amazing!
Jeanne23. Aug 2018Keller, AL, USA
Enjoyed Most
Lobby and pool
Other Comments
Rooms are small
Marjorie20. Aug 2018Harker Heights, TX, USA
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The pool area is really nice! Love the swim up pool bar. The hotel is very elegant and beautiful. Has a lot of interesting history.
Jerry19. Aug 2018Lubbock, TX, USA
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Love the old building so beautifully maintained. Our favorite hotel on Galveston Island.
Marian19. Aug 2018Marble Falls, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Location across from the beach.
Other Comments
Rooms felt like they needed a bit of refreshing.
Maria18. Aug 2018Austin, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Location
Everett18. Aug 2018Red Oak, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The grounds in the front, the pool and the lobby.
Other Comments
Rooms are small and beds were sunk in, though they said all the mattresses had been replaced only a year ago.
Carina17. Aug 2018Euless, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Lobby and restaurant area gave a positive, luxury feeling. Great pool area.
james16. Aug 2018McKinney, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Proximity to the beach and history of the hotel
Tara15. Aug 2018Cedar Park, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Cleanliness, sweet staff, beach cleanliness and location, nice Pool and food, as always!! I have stayed here countless times. My favorite spot in Galveston.
Melissa15. Aug 2018Bellaire, TX, USA
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ambiance
Patsy14. Aug 2018Houston, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The comfortable bed, clean room, and friendly staff.
Other Comments
Everyone was so friendly and accommodating.
Carina14. Aug 2018Dallas, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
We always enjoy the service and eating at the restaurant.
