Known as "Queen of the Gulf," Hotel Galvez & Spa is an iconic property that has graced 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 outdoor area, boasting an expansive saltwater pool, whirlpool and plenty of lounge chairs.
To explore off-site attractions, the hotel offers bicycle rentals and a courtesy shuttle to the Strand Historic District and Pier 21.
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 17 or under stay free of charge when using existing bedding. Extra bed available upon request: US$20 plus tax, per night. Cot available upon request: free of charge. Extra guest charges will apply as follows: US$20 plus tax per night for older children and adults.
Pets:
Pets are allowed on request and will be charged at US$100 plus tax per pet per stay. Maximum weight: 10 kg.
Maximum 2 pets per room.
Fees:
Car park fee: US$10 plus tax per day. Valet service fee: US$18 plus tax per day.
There is an additional cost for oversize vehicles.
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.
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.
Enjoyed This
(200 Member Ratings)
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for Hotel Galvez, A Wyndham Grand Hotel (TX) over the past 15 months.
The hotel is lovely and all staff interactions were most pleasant.
Eileen04. Jan 2020Baytown, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
We booked as a Christmas getaway.
Other Comments
We love the old world charm.
Linda28. Dec 2019Montgomery, TX, USA
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Very enjoyable. Most courteous staff I have ever witnessed, from the bell men to the cleaning staff. A smile from every face, a hello and how are you. They make you feel welcome. I come from Houston just to refresh from the busy city and enjoy being in a happy, welcoming environment.
Edith21. Nov 2019Houston, TX, USA
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The hotel itself is beautiful. As expected, you get the older rooms in a distant part of the hotel when you use a Travel Zoo voucher. The rooms are a little dated, but clean. Our sink and tub did not drain, so that was pretty gross. They did eventually drain, but it took a long time. When we told the management about it at the end or our two day stay, she took note, but did not offer to pay for our parking or breakfast as one would think they should have. The common areas of the hotel are beautiful. The fall is a good time to visit Galveston. Don't even consider going in the summer.
Candy08. Nov 2019Atascocita, TX, USA
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This was a repeat girl’ Trip to Galveston and we LOVE the Galvez!! Rooms are wonderful and comfortable. Great place to relax. Can’t wait to return!!
Other Comments
Great place! Would suggest an additional towel rack in bathrooms. We tried to go
“Green” and hang towels for second day, but little place to hang.....
LeAnne23. Oct 2019Lewisville, TX, USA
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valet boys a bit mouthy
John B22. Oct 2019FAIR OAKS, TX, USA
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Spent two nights at this beautiful historic hotel. Great location across from the beach. Room was ready, even though we arrived earlier that the 4:00 PM checkin time. Restaurant was amazing!
Patricia20. Oct 2019Garden Ridge, TX, USA
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Great location, great people, exceptional value!
Karl16. Oct 2019Leander, TX, USA
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Because the hotel is so old, the rooms are small, but the hotel is beautiful.
Linda04. Oct 2019Dallas, TX, USA
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The hotel, location and everything else was fantastic. Breakfast was the only part of this hotel that let it down. The staff weren’t very pleasant and the food was nothing to write home about.
Laura04. Oct 2019Houston, TX, USA
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We always love our stays at the Galvez! Such a beautiful hotel with a great pool!
Shari01. Oct 2019Shoreacres, TX, USA
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Check in was easy. The room was small, but lovely. The front desk was friendly and helpful. We were traveling with another couple and had only 1 car, but were each charged for 2 nites parking. They realized their mistake and readily corrected the bill. The concierge was helpful in making a dinner reservation for us.
Other Comments
Lovely hotel and well maintained. Beautiful pool.
Kay29. Sep 2019San Antonio, TX, USA
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Location, ambience, staff other than front desk
Other Comments
Because tropical storm Imelda was due to make landfall on Wednesday, I felt for safety in driving through Houston to get to my home in Richardson, we should depart on Tuesday. I am 77 years old and was traveling with my 74 year old cousin who was visiting from California.
Hotel Galvez said the storm did not warrant my not being charged an early departure fee — $130+.
I assume they must not watch the local and national news. Interstate 10 was later closed in both directions. Heavy rain began falli
norena20. Sep 2019Richardson, TX, USA
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Wonderful Anniversary Trip.
Other Comments
Beautiful pool and hot tub. Drinks at pool bar was on point.
Sandra13. Sep 2019Houston, TX, USA
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Great Hotel & Spa. We went for my wife's birthday. Went to the Sunday buffet (fabulous!) and stayed 3 nights. Wife went to the Spa and had a great spa treatment. We had a corner room with both a city & partial Gulf view - very comfortable and quiet.
Other Comments
Wonderful Hotel with a great location, professional staff, and excellent food! The room was very comfortable and the partial Gulf view was amazing. We highly recommend the Galvez for a getaway destination!
Dennis12. Sep 2019Spring, TX, USA
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Comfy bed. Enjoyed the pool.
Other Comments
I think morning coffee service downstairs should be included.
Glenn07. Sep 2019Cypress, TX, USA
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A great for our anniversary
Jerry07. Sep 2019Houston, TX, USA
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We enjoyed the stay. We had found a great deal on Travelzoo. Location was good. Room was nice. Just a great getaway to celebrate 51 years of marriage.
Other Comments
Nothing more, just a gret time.
John06. Sep 2019Atlanta, TX, USA
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Spa
Other Comments
Valet service
Told to close bar tab at pool because they were “slow” and sending wait staff home, but I was “welcome to go to bar myself”
Madalyn01. Sep 2019Edna, TX, USA
Other Comments
The champagne Sunday brunch is always a winner. Have stayed there many times before & we already have October & December reservations booked for both brunch & overnight stays.
L. D.30. Aug 2019Willis, TX, USA
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Relaxing getaway
nancy29. Aug 2019alvin, TX, USA
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Very nice place and well kept.
Other Comments
Pool area very nice.
Sherry29. Aug 2019CORP CHRISTI, TX, USA
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Beautiful hotel and the staff was super friendly. We had a fun time.
Sandie28. Aug 2019Aubrey, TX, USA
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This is our third stay at Hotel Galvez in the past 4 years. We love the ambiance and the pool which we used each of our three days that we were there. We loved our room with the large shower only (no tub) since we both have mobility issues and are not able to get into a bath tub anymore. We loved the bed which was so comfortable it was like sleeping on a cloud. It was very high, but I have learned to bring my own footstool to get into high beds. We also really enjoyed the breakfast here, which was the only meal we ate on site. If we ever go back to Galveston, this will be our hotel choice. We have never been able to use the safe because it is too low and too dark to read the instructions, and even though I felt it would work like all the others I have used, I did not want to take a chance on using it incorrectly.
Patricia27. Aug 2019Huntsville, TX, USA
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We love the Galvez! It's in a great location, the staff are friendly, they have complementary bikes, you can bring your pet and the pool is amazing! We love the swim-up bar and there's plently of lounge chairs available.
Amanda26. Aug 2019Houston, TX, USA
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Galvez has been the go-to hotel in Galveston every time we visited the island. The level of service is impeccable from the front-end (valet) to the back-end (housekeeping) of the hotel. Plus, the nostalgia of the decor and the environment in this award winning boutique has always been top notch. Highly recommend this place for great vacation destination.
Chiun23. Aug 2019Harker Heights , TX, USA
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Beautiful hotel with a great location.
Other Comments
Everything was great except the coffee with breakfast. We were served lukewarm coffee. When we asked for hot coffee the waitress made a fresh pot. However it was still lukewarm.
Bette23. Aug 2019Willis, TX, USA
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Comfortable room, friendly staff, great location across the street from the beach.
Other Comments
Waiter in the restaurant was personable, yesterday professional. Made our dinner a true dining experience. His name was Teodor.
Cheryl21. Aug 2019Overton, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Location, food and professional staff
Other Comments
It was a great experience and we would definitely go back again in the future
yue20. Jun 2019Euless, TX, USA
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Awesome hotel, so much character and history! It's like walking around modern day museum! This hotel is top notch, you will appreciate staying in a real hotel! Staying here will change your future decisions staying in hotels, absolutely loved our stay! Definitely will be back!
bryant14. Aug 2019Frisco, TX, USA
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Having seen advertisements about Hotel Galvez in various Texas magazines, I was very excited to see that Travelzoo had a deal on rooms at the hotel. Other than our room on the north side being rather small, our stay was exceptional! (My understanding is that these rooms used to be the rooms of the staff and servants back in the day.) One is meeted with elegance as soon as you enter the hotel lobby. Music is playing at all times. There are places to sit and watch the ocean or to read quietly. Bicycles are provided by the hotel free of charge to the hotel guests. The pool is very nice and drinks and food are available poolside. Residences behind the hotel display the unique architecture of the city after it recovered from the Hurricane in 1900. Restaurants and an amusement park are within walking distance of the hotel, and the beach is just across the street. My only complaint is that we could not stay longer!
Ladonna09. Aug 2019Moran, TX, USA
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We love the Galvez! Without this travelzoo special, we would not of been able to afford to come here for three days. Thank you!
Dawn02. Aug 2019Houston, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
We were there only full days but our stay was very nice. Hotel staff were very helpful and very prompt on responding to our needs.
Other Comments
Our family has stayed at Hotel Galvez since the early 1900's (grandparents, parents, children, and grandchildren). Thank you Hotel Galvez for continued excellence. We will be back again soon.
Cissy01. Aug 2019Plano, TX, USA
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Everything was great!
30. Jul 2019Woodlands, TX, USA
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The pool area is beautiful! The breakfast buffet provided and excellent selection.
Other Comments
The desk staff were very helpful and friendly. The pool serving staff needed more training- a server spilled my drink on me and some of the pool staff were not very polite.
Stephanie27. Jul 2019Crozet, VA, USA
Enjoyed Most
location
Other Comments
Small room, bad room temp. could not get comfortable and sleep. air always blowing in face
Leonard26. Jul 2019San Antonio, TX, USA
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We had a great time! I've been to Galveston a number of times and we've visited the Hotel Galvez before, but this was the first time I've stayed there. It was great! Very easy to check-in, parking was convenient, and the location made it easy for us to wake up and head to the beach everyday!
Vanessa25. Jul 2019Austin, TX, USA
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Very friendly and helpful staff. The Grande Dame of the Gulf just gets better with age.
william25. Jul 2019Richmond, TX, USA
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I had a very pleasant stay at Hotel Galvez. The staff was courteous, and polite. I like the bar pool, in the pool.
Jon25. Jul 2019Alexander, AR, USA
Other Comments
Rooms are small
Rita23. Jul 2019Dallas, TX, USA
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Excellent location, beautiful grounds, friendly staff however, rooms are dated.
Sam18. Jul 2019Texarkana, AR, USA
Enjoyed Most
The pool area and the bar!!
Other Comments
I wish you guys had some live music! Someone playing the piano would have been perfect!!
Rochelle20. Jun 2019Tomball, TX, USA
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Pool
Kristen19. Jun 2019Austin, TX, USA
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Beautiful pool with bar and wait staff. Great location and beautiful building.
Tracey14. Jun 2019KellerFort Worth, TX, USA
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the pool area
Claudia13. Jun 2019Richmond, TX, USA
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The service, very attentive.
Other Comments
A/C in the room was not as expected.
John13. Jun 2019Splendora, TX, USA
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Location and elegant setting
Frank13. Jun 2019Austin, AL, USA
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Location, Great lobby, History
ann12. Jun 2019Houston, TX, USA
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When we arrived the lady at the desk was super helpful and worked until she found an adequate room for our 2 families. The only problem we had was a fire alarm going off at 1:50am and no one(staff) seemed to know what was going on. They never told us it was ok to come back inside after spending 30 mins outside. My husband went in and came out to let everyone know that all was clear. We were with our 71 year old mother and she had to walk down 4 flights of stairs. No one was at the bottom directing people and the front desk staff didnt even know the alarm was going off. No procedures in place when we let her know that the alarm was going off. Obviously the safety of your guests is most important but I think the night or day staff should have a procedure they follow of informing guests what to do and where to go. Very poor communication. Next morning my husband visited the office and they didnt have any idea what had happen during the alarm or that it even went off.
Other Comments
Other than the alarm situation it was a great stay. Nice clean rooms.
Brande10. Jul 2019Lawton, OK, USA
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Upon checkout early due to my overall bad experience at this hotel Ms Sarah tried to resolve my reservation disappointment with Mr Stevens of this hotel. She was very accommodating and apologetic. I will never stay here again and I visit Galveston a lot but never will I stay at this hotel again.
Other Comments
Mr Steven talked down to me because my reservation was through Travelzoo and I was not aware of the $100 a day incidental deposit. I was told I should have booked in the hotel website and I would have known this to which I replied I assume your hotel has some sort of reservation arrangement with Travekzoo or I would not have been allowed to reserve a room.
Karen05. Jul 2019Rowlett, TX, USA
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The location is great and the pool area was nice
Other Comments
The rooms were old and dated, peeling paints and the rugs smelled. There were flies in the rooms and hotels.
kelechi29. Jun 2019Baton RougeBaton rouge, LA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Ideally located on Seawall Blvd, this hotel is great for families or couples to relax and enjoy vacation- time in Galveston, Texas.
Robert28. Jun 2019Houston, TX, USA
Other Comments
The room is small but otherwise clean and functional
Wyvel27. Jun 2019College Station, TX, USA
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I would probably not travel back to Galveston - reasoning for not to return
Corinna26. Jun 2019Austin, TX, USA
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Beautiful. historic hotel with so much history. Great staff and restaurant.
Christina26. Jun 2019Austin, TX, USA
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I cannot say enough wonderful things about the service at the Galvez! I particularly wish to compliment Jan from the front desk. What an amazing person! Fantastic attitude, experienced and knowledgeable, accommodating, kind. I have to admit we were rather "needy," with lots of calls and requests for service/help from the front desk. Jan was quick to assist us in every way - and always with the sweetest attitude! We felt very catered to, and our stay at the hotel was wonderful! Cindy Stouff
26. Jun 2019fortworth, TX, USA
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It was comfortable yet somewhat formal. Perfect combination. The staff made you feel welcome & taken care of. The beds & linens were excellent. The rooms are small yet so welcoming. I simply loved the whole hotel, Not an average hotel, upscale is a term that fits.
Other Comments
I only gave 4 stars because we encountered one staff member who was none of these things. A group of friends went to the pool, we were loud & cheerful, she was very unwelcoming, we left, went to dinner, came back & refused to serve us. We had possibly 3 drinks in about a 3-4 hour time frame. Not drunk, just having fun, I have never been refused service based on someone making a judgment without proof of over indulgence. I am not a child or even young. Eight ladies, ranging in age of 50-70 years old. That was my only negative about the Hotel, it is wonderful. I loved it!
Helen21. Jun 2019Haslet, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The ease of getting to the hotel and the parking was not over priced.
The ambiance was great! A bunch of stuff to do. Staff took great care of us. Pool area is beautiful!
Maria01. Jun 2019Katy, TX, USA
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No
Other Comments
They assigned the smallest rooms and least desirable to TravelZoo members. My room was less than 250 sf, when they claim they are 350 SF. The bathroom was so small and only had a shower/tub combo you would find in a motel 6.
The Bar appetizer had only six small less than 1/2 inch shrimp....they wasted the paper they were wrapped in.
The rooms are way overpriced for what you get.
Robert30. May 2019Houston, TX, USA
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Beautiful outside and on grounds. Location was directly across from the seawall.
Other Comments
Only 2 drawers and one was full of hotel guides. Very small, noisy room. Beds on platforms about 2 ft high. Food in dining room extremely high and mediocre in quality.
Judy23. May 2019Fort Worth, TX, USA
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It's a grand old hotel and is still beautiful after all these years!
Sharon23. May 2019Fischer, TX, USA
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Right on the Gulf, just exploding with history, yet updated and lively. We loved that they actually had a history room in the basement. We learned departure day was the annual Splash Day celebration for opening of beach season; vintage cars and vintage swim suits on local bathing beauties were a part of the event, with music and food on the adjoining property!
paula19. May 2019Austin, TX, USA
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Price was great.
Louis18. May 2019Plano, TX, USA
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The hotel is beautiful clean and comfortable. Valet service was amazing and the front desk people were polit, friendly and helpful. I will stay there again.
Other Comments
My only complaints and they aren't really complaints just observations, are that the room is really small and there were no drawers anywhere for unpacking.
Betty14. May 2019Houston, TX, USA
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Incredible time staying at the Hotel Galvez! Clean, beautiful Historic hotel. Entire Staff was helpful and friendly. Excellent restaurant and bar. Top Rating!
Other Comments
I will go back to the Hotel Galvez and I recommend it to everyone!
Lainie07. May 2019Houston, TX, USA
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We always love our stays at the Galvez. We love the historic nature of the hotel and the wonderful pool!
Other Comments
If he is there, you must visit with Bobby Hilton, the concierge. He was born on the island and has a wealth of knowledge going back decades!
Shari07. May 2019Shoreacres, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The beauty, ambiance, and the history.
Other Comments
She is still "Queen of the Gulf".
Karen04. May 2019Houston, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
accommodation and friendliness of staff.
Troy02. May 2019Baytown, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Happy hour, beautiful location, comfortable bed and room, friendly staff
William02. May 2019Buda, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
On our last day, we took the ghost tour through the Galvez app. We talked to Melissa at the concierge desk and learned so much about the ghosts in the hotel. We wish that we had taken more time during our 2 night stay to explore the ghost stories of the hotel.
Marsha02. May 2019Prosper, TX, USA
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The ambiance. Pool area very nice. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Edith01. May 2019Houston, TX, USA
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The stunning pool! Also loved the lobby and restaurant/bar.
Cynthia30. Apr 2019Houston, TX, USA
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Everything! It was an amazing experience!
Other Comments
If you get a chance to go you will not be disappointed. We had an amazing stay from every aspect.
Denise30. Apr 2019Huntsville, TX, USA
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The hotel is just beautiful, the Hall of History was interesting, and I really enjoyed the pool.
Other Comments
It was unfortunate that our room did not have a microwave in it as we are used to in most other hotels.
Latoyre27. Apr 2019Conroe, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
location - bar- friendly employees
Other Comments
So close to everything
Judy26. Apr 2019Temple, TX, USA
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HOTEL JUST BEAUTIFUL AND BEAUTIFUL GROUNDS. DID NOT USE SPA.
Other Comments
WONDERFUL ATMOSPHERE
BETTY25. Apr 2019Deville, LA, USA
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Rooms are extremely small. Very tight and even tighter in bathroom
Other Comments
They only had 1 elevator working
Long lines and long wait time
Not acceptable. Other couple with us were there at Christmas and hotel had same elevator problem then.
paul24. Apr 2019San Benito, TX, USA
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The ambiance together with the best group of people who work there make it a great stay.
Sarah24. Apr 2019Wharton, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Room was clean when we arrived and was cleaned and straightened each day in a timely manner.
Other Comments
We understood our room was to have 2 queen size beds, but when we arrived we were told the room had one queen. We had to pay extra to get a room with two standard beds. We were also charged an extra $100 daily to cover any costs that we MIGHT charge to our room. When we checked out we were told this daily fee would be refunded to us, but it would take two or three business days before the credit would be processed.
Donnece23. Apr 2019Jasper, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Room was neat and clean.
Other Comments
Room was to small.Room was either to warm or cold,could not find a medium.
21. Apr 2019Round Rock, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
History of the hotel - loved the app you could download and take the self guided tour
Other Comments
Parking was a little confusing but it worked out fine
Rebecca20. Apr 2019League City, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
The Sunday brunch was amazing!
Other Comments
The property is beautiful and everything is well appointed. Lots of attention to details. The staff is also amazing!
