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Casa del Mar Beachfront Suites

3.4 (94 reviews)
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If I can rate this trash hole a zero star I would!!!! There's roaches!!!!! Worst 2 nights of sleep I had in my entire life! The hotel is dirty crumbs under the sofas, next to the beds. there's broken stuff the tv sucks no good picture quality. The tv had nothing to watch no channels. Nothing looks like in the picture they need to upgrade everything! DO NOT COME AND THROW AWAY YOUR MONEY IN THIS HOTEL I REPEAT DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL! I should've read the reviews but I didn't. My experience here was horrible and I feel so bad and sad to be honest I work hard for my money and I wanted to take my 3 kids on a mini vaycay and I spent 400 for this nasty hotel. I thought I was getting something good. I told the head manager about the roaches in the first room I wanted a refund she told me no refunds, that she can move me to a better room on the 5th floor and there was roaches there to! The head manager didn't care I had to forcibly stay in the hotel with my kids to not loose the 400$ I will never come here again. Do not waste your money on this place people!!! And the fitness room is a storage room it's closed

The refrigerator part went out and the food and milk went sour.

Horrible Stay. When we first get to the hotel room, it seems fine. We have all of the essentials. Most of the dishes were dusty but didn't think much of it. It had a good view of the ocean and not a good view of the pool. 2nd. Day. In. The refrigerator goes out. We contact the owner, he says "We'll be here tonight or tomorrow morning,". The next morning he didn't even come, it was 1:00 until we tried to contact him again. No one picked up. If your looking for somewhere to stay, don't make the mistake I made.

Casey B.

This place is pretty great for beach access, a decent view and plenty of space. I stayed here May 20-22 and it wasn't terrible, but it was not as great as I thought, if you're getting a unit from the onsite staff. That's important because not all units can be treated the same even with the same layout. Main bed was lumpy and had poly sheets that slept hot (even with the A/C on 68-70). The A/C seemed old and which I could tell didn't have a dehumidifier function. This is important because of the location and you can tell when it was cold, even if either the patio or front door open was open for a few seconds, it made it unbearable humidity inside and took forever to cool back down. I was on the 3rd floor so I can see that some A/C units on the roof looked newer than other so this is likely not an issue units better renovated. Also we only got a thin kitchen rag and a wash cloth, plus a small bottle of dish soap. This wasn't terrible but if you plan on doing all your cooking in the room like I did, bring your own sponge and maybe a better dish cloth. Doing dishes so our housekeepers didn't have to was hard with what was provided. Additionally most of the included dishware and cooking pots/pans were cheap as heck. The pan I used was leaky and double pained with water stuck between the two so putting it on the stove expect there to be some steam from that. Yikes. If you want to use your own streaming device or laptop, make sure to bring your own HDMI cord. WiFi is free thankfully. Onsite DirecTV is sparse but better than nothing. Overall for the value of the price I paid and what was there, it wasn't bad. But it was far from good or what I expected.

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Sunshine M.

Excellent deal for the price. Clean rooms, good size, view of the coast! We went camping at first, but had some nasty weather, so booked this room last minute. The staff was super helpful and courteous- offered info on touristy things. The only downside was that the people next to us were incredibly loud way too early in the am, so we had to stuff a towel under the door that joins the rooms.

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Great location with easy access to the beach and a quick drive from the Strand. That's my positive note. Room was dated and tiny. No icemaker. Had coffeemaker but didn't provide coffee filters. Mismatched dishes. You weren't allowed to turn the AC below 70, which left us very hot most of the time in the living room. Sleeper sofa was impossible to sleep in because the bars were sticking in my ribs. Pool was tiny, dirty and oddly hot in the middle of summer. I found the rental contract the off site management company required to be extremely annoying, felt like I was signing my life away on staying in a castle- not a trashy little beach motel. Also found it annoying that I had to check in off site. If a mainstream hotel or motel had availability at the same price, I'd recommend booking that.

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Jody O.

Let me start by stating that the staff in the office deserves 5 stars, but I would give the room -1. The staff was great. They were helpful and professional and refunded my money after a sleepless night. After I pointed out some of the problems, the staff said they would use our experience as a teaching tool for housekeeping. I hope they follow through so I won't get into that. I'm writing this review to list the good and bad points of the room so that hopefully more changes are made. 1. The hotel is in a great location. It's just a right turn off the main highway as you come into galveston and it's close to all of the activities. If you eat at buffets, it's next door to those types of places. 2. Security was visible the entire time. 3. Parking was convenient and there were lighted spaces. 4. The view from the angled room was nice. We could see a pier and past the sewall. 5. The room ad said it sleeps 5 or 6, but I would say 2 and possibly 2 children. The bed in the room is small and 1 person has to sleep against the wall. The bunk beds were too short for us and the pullout couch was old and the mattress was stained. Nobody wanted to sleep on it, but my mom offered to try it and my daughter and I crammed into the bed. 6. While the living room was dark and quiet for Mom, the curtain in the bedroom was to a hallway window. Lights stay on in the hallways all night and light shined through both sides of the curtain, making the room very bright. Also, because our heads were on the hallway wall, until 3 am we heard girls running down the hallway screaming. We didn't sleep and I had driven for 14 hours, including a short stop in austin. My suggestions as a tired traveler would be to clean the room, paying attention to walls and corners, do something with the windows in the bedrooms to block out the lights, sound proof the hallways to cut down the noise, replace the old sofa beds. If the hotel would make those changes, I would return.

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the rooms were clean when i arrived and kept clean on a daily basis,and i feel the prices were very fair.

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We thought this hotel was going to be great but from the start we had issues. We booked a room on…read morethe Penthouse floor and the room was outdated and mediocre at best. I have stayed in nicer hotels in Mexico. Also, when we tried getting someone to wait on us at the pool and the Blake Restaurant, they basically ignored us until we said something. Also, the food was mediocre at best as well. It had no flavor. Also, we were told that the Steakhouse was closed on Sundays by two different employees. Come to find out, it was not closed after all. They need to get all of their employees on the same page. Also, we were never greeted when we arrived as well as when we left. We won't be staying here again. Since we paid alot for a two night stay, the hotel should have been excellent.

Establishment trying to rebrand, see reviews at: The San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center…read more Expect to be nickel and dimed, expect to be charged for a resort fee at the time of purchase and then again upon departure, expect your complimentary continental breakfast to be billed at $25 per day for tip and taxes. Expect them to leave all details out and then snake you on the exit.. Expect no less than mold in your bathroom walls (check behind that cheap wallpaper that's coming off), expect all your bathroom fixtures to be loose or broken, expect your toilet to barely function and plumbing to be rusted out. Expect when you go to the spa to be overbilled the following day for the next level service you did not get. Expect the spa to further bill you for an automatic 25% tip you did not approve. Expect the front desk to tell you they will follow up because they have to get a hold of the hospitality department or the spa department or the billing department or the refunds department and expect to be that football being tossed around... Use your American Express at this hotel It is your only saving grace... Godspeed.

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Courtyard by Marriott Galveston Island

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Convenient, Yummy & Quick…read more We walked down the seawall to the Courtyard by Marriott to buy a coffee and buy breakfast because our hotel, the (Galveston West Beach Inn) was horrible. The Courtyard by Marriott has a Starbucks in the lobby and also a bistro where you can purchase food. We had the French toast and breakfast burrito. Both were excellent! Very fresh ingredients served to us quickly, which was great since we needed to walk back to our hotel and checkout. I would totally recommend breakfast here and we will probably stay at this hotel next time we're in town for a cruise. Delicious! Perfect portion sizes.

We booked this hotel for our family vacation for the convenience of it being near the beach. We…read moreprepaid our hotel through booking.com with the confirmation info for our check-in. During the process we were told that there was no confirmation of payment to the hotel from booking.com and that we needed to put another card on file. We went ahead paid for our room with the other card and were advised that after they received an email confirmation from booking.com, we would get a refund back to the second card we ended up putting on file. On the date of checkout we were told that they finally received the confirmation through booking.com and that it would be 3-5 business days until we get refunded. After being gone for about 7 days on our cruise we didn't receive any refund. Day 8 when we finally got back on land we called the hotel and were given the run around. The manager said she was looking into the situation and that she would give us a call back, she never did. When we called again, the representative told us that the manager stepped out and wasn't available to help us at the moment. I don't know what's going on with this hotel but we've used Marriott before and never had any issues like this. This group here is unprofessional, and need to get it together. This hotel double dipped money from us, and not just our room. But our travel companions as well. Since they don't want to be honest and professional, I'm disputing the charge through my bank. Never again Marriott Galveston, never again.

Grand Galvez - Monarch dining room

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This Place is Amazing it has fresh rooms nice beds and the beds are clean and it's the best hotel…read moreever

My family and I have been staying here for years whenever we want to get out of the city and spend…read moresome time by the water. That being said, I honestly can't say we've ever had a stay that felt like a true 5-star experience. When you first walk in, the hotel makes a great impression. It's beautiful and captures that classic early-1900s historic hotel vibe it's clearly going for. The lobby smells amazing, and everything feels crisp, clean, and welcoming. Unfortunately, that feeling doesn't extend much past the lobby. The hallways leading to the rooms are often muggy and don't smell particularly fresh. Sleep can also be difficult since the walls seem very thin -- you can easily hear hallway conversations and noise from neighboring rooms. If you're paying extra for a beach view room, just know that the "view" may involve looking past a large carport structure, which takes away from the experience. Also, the shower in the room we had this last time was unbelievably small. Taller friends had to duck while in the shower. The bar service has consistently been disappointing over the years. It never seems like there's enough staff, which leads to long waits. Food options within the hotel are also limited, and if you're someone who likes snacks between meals, definitely plan ahead because grab-and-go options are hard to find and restaurant hours aren't especially convenient. We keep coming back because of the location and tradition, but there's definitely room for improvement to make the overall experience match the beautiful first impression.

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We stayed at the Mansard House in Galveston and honestly loved it…read more First off... adult-only? Huge win. No kids running up and down the halls, no random yelling--just peace and quiet the whole time. It felt like a vacation from everything. The place feels more like an apartment than a hotel, which we liked a lot. You get private parking with a gate code, so no stressing about your car or finding a spot. When you walk in, you notice the charm right away. It's got that older style with a lot of character, but still feels clean and comfortable. At night it was super quiet. Like "are we the only people staying here?" kind of quiet. We even joked about it a couple times. If you want a chill place to stay without all the noise and chaos, this is definitely a good pick. We'd come back for sure.

I've always loved this house, even in its disrepair and abandoned stage... now it's simply…read moregorgeous! They did such a great job renovating and bringing it back to life. It's incredibly clean and the decor is a perfect minimalistic style that complements every room. I especially love all those tile works of art! There isn't always a concierge readily available so be prepared for that. The employees I did speak with were very friendly and accommodating! The lack of staff running around and the glorious fact that no children are allowed, make for an extremely quiet and calm haven. While they offer food in the morning, there is no bar so don't forget to BYOB if you're spending an afternoon in the pool. Be sure to also bring any ghost hunting stuff you've got if you want to say hello to the spirits.

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After booking a two-night stay at the Grand Galvez, we canceled our reservation within an hour due…read moreto a very disappointing experience. We then booked a room at The San Luis Resort, and the difference was night and day. From the moment we arrived, the staff at The San Luis Resort made us feel genuinely welcome. The front desk agents were warm, professional, and attentive. After learning about the inconvenience we experienced at the other hotel, they even sent a thoughtful gift to our room, which was a wonderful gesture and greatly appreciated. Our room was exceptional, with beautiful ocean views and a spacious, comfortable layout. Everything about our stay exceeded our expectations. The outstanding customer service, luxurious accommodations, and attention to detail made this a truly memorable experience. We would absolutely stay here again and give The San Luis Resort a well-deserved five-star rating.

I unfortunately cannot recommend The San Luis Resort for overnight stays prior to a cruise. While…read morethe rooms themselves were nice and had great views, our experience overall did not meet expectations given the price. During our stay, we encountered several issues. We had requested that our luggage be divided between two rooms, but all items were delivered to one room, and we needed to move them ourselves to another floor. At check-in, we were informed that a discounted rate could not be applied to one of the rooms due to hotel policy, despite the occupant qualifying. We were also charged a resort fee that included access to amenities such as the outdoor pool and lounge area, which were not available during our stay due to a private event, as well as Wi-Fi service that we experienced as intermittent. We requested a pack-and-play at check-in, but it was not delivered until several hours later and only after a follow-up call. Food pricing was also higher than expected. For example, we were charged $10 for a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with fries for a child, which felt high for what was provided. At checkout, while managing luggage with toddlers and a disabled member of our party, we did not receive assistance from staff in transporting bags to the shuttle area. We had confirmed a cruise shuttle pickup time of 11:25 am at both check-in and check-out; however, by 11:45 am the shuttle had still not arrived, and it did not show up until closer to 12:00 pm despite multiple calls to the front desk. Finally, we were told that a manager would follow up regarding these concerns, but we did not receive a call. Given this experience, I also informed our travel agent so they are aware when making future recommendations. Based on our experience, we would choose to stay elsewhere in the future.

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The Schaefer Haus

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A Sunday - Monday stay…read more We celebrated Valentine's the first Sunday-Monday in March in hopes of having the Island to ourselves. Instead of staying at the big hotel on The Strand, we decided to try Schaefer Haus. With two homes to select from, we selected what is Room 2 in the main haus. It is beautiful and filled with antique furnishings. Tammy and the rest of the staff are lovely. Tammy filled us in on the Happy Hour and Breakfast details and showed us our room; what is listed as the Freiberg (and now known as the Laura or Room2.) The room is comfortable. The bathroom includes a claw foot tub with shower head. There are three rooms available on the second floor and two on the third. Okay, here we go. (Let me first say, we have every intention of staying here again.) We arrived early. When we were shown our room, Room 1 and 3 were being cleaned and unoccupied. I was delighted at the idea of having the Haus to ourselves. Within an hour, both rooms were filled, as well as the third floor. As sound travels, I quickly realized there were some flaws in privacy. For instance, there is a second door in the bathroom that is right by the toilet. If opened, it would be into the space at the top of the stairs on the second floor shared by the three rooms. There is a gap at the base of the door that you could pass a stack of two magazines under. On the opposite side of the toilet is the window that is used to gain access to the private balcony. Only a sheer black curtain provides coverage from the two houses across the street. After dark, I turned the bathroom lights off and used the romantic amount of light that comes in through that door I was speaking of earlier. The actual bathroom door in no way secures to the door frame. That said, it stayed closed anytime one of us was depending on privacy. Let's talk sound. Around 2AM, Room 1 or 3 decided it was time to listen to some soothing sounds of Trip-House at volume 11. Okay. This did not wake me, but it woke the husband. However, around 3AM, what sounded like a man and woman began screaming violently at one another. This did wake me with deep concern. Ten minutes later - all quiet. We found out after breakfast, the music was coming from Room 1. Lastly, security. There is a tiny knob on Room 2 that acts as a dead bolt. Lock it! At least twice during the night someone vigorously checked our room doorknob as if they were confused about which room was theirs. Monday morning, breakfast was delicious. While there were no mimosas (which are available on Saturday and Sunday,) the quiche was fantastic and the bacon crisp! Coffee, water, juice, and milk were also available. Schaefer Haus should definitely be on your list for a stay on The Strand!

This house is perfect for a weekend getaway and deserves more recognition. Tammy is an amazing host…read moreand the staff here is very accommodating to every guest's needs. Additionally, the rooms were very kept together and clean. I would recommend the Schaefer Haus to anyone looking for a historic home away from home on the island.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Galveston - Restaurant

Home2 Suites by Hilton Galveston

(34 reviews)

Home2 Suites by Hilton Galveston was honestly much nicer than I expected and ended up being a…read morereally solid stay. There were four of us, and the room felt surprisingly spacious with the pullout couch, balcony, and overall layout. We were directly across from the ocean, which made the stay even better. The location was excellent, the room was quiet, and parking was easy with plenty of available spaces. The staff was very friendly and let us check in early, which I greatly appreciated. The hotel has a fairly late at 4 p.m. The included breakfast was a nice bonus, and overall the hotel felt clean, comfortable, and well maintained. For around $160 for the night, I thought it was a good value for being right by the water. That said, I genuinely do not understand the $10 per night parking charge. They have you place a slip on your dashboard showing your length of stay, but we were sitting on our balcony overlooking the pool and parking lot until 3 a.m., and not once did we see security driving through, checking cars, or monitoring the lot. I'm honestly not sure why there is a parking fee. It seems parking should be included for hotel guests. Another thing we noticed is how dramatically prices jumped to extend our stay for Friday night. School's not out and the weather was quite chilly for late April, but the rate increase was ridiculous at nearly a $300 jump. While we could have stayed one more night, it would have been more than a room at Hotel Galvez, so we decided not to extend. All in all, the hotel stay was decent. I usually stay with friends or family when I'm on the island, so this was actually my first hotel stay in Galveston in a very long time, and I would absolutely stay here again.

Stayed here while visiting Galveston for the weekend…read more If you're looking for a beachside establishment, this is not a bad choice. One is able to get a great ocean view overlooking the pool. So if having a view is important, keep that in mind. The free breakfast offered downstairs is pretty mediocre, but there's quite a few of options because you can visit the Tru side for additional choices. As for the bad, if you're picky about water quality, the soft water coming from the shower may drive you nuts. The elevators can be quite slow at peak times because they only have two of them. You can often spot a line. When checking in, they didn't confirm how many nights we were staying which led to a mix up, but it was rectified. Overall okay stay.

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