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2.9 (259 reviews)
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Stacy E.

The hotel is beautiful and clean and the hotel check-in, room service & valet service are all top notch however the pool bar was a little underwhelming for this caliber of hotel. The beer was not cold and actually warm, the piña colada's were not good. The bar counter was dirty with many workers standing around and we had to ask for it to be wiped in order to sit. This was surprising because we chose The galvez based on our previous experiences staying at the Grande in Point Clear, Alabama. We expected this hotel to be in the same category as the Ritz, Four Seasons & The Grande in Point Clear but was disappointed. The pool was closed a day during our stay too which was disappointing! The restaurant was beautiful & the food was good! The bedding was cozy as always but the mattress felt lumpy and cheap. I'm undecided whether or not we will stay here when we travel back to Galveston ???‍

Cheap, poorly designed and installed shower unit.
Paul G.

Did not enjoy this hotel. Despite a recent so-called renovation, the quality of the rooms is poor. The beds are old, the air conditioning doesn't cool the room, which smells, and the picture shows the cheap one piece shower unit, which is installed too low. I actually had one of these installed in a house I bought from a flipper; a decent plumber immediately said it had to go. I enjoyed the staff and the on-site coffee bar, but you're overpaying for location and reputation. Take a walk through the lobby when you're in Galveston, it is beautiful, but stay somewhere else.

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Elizabeth T.

Took a mini staycation after LDW during the week. Dinner at the bar. Nice glass of wine. They have a limited bar food menu. Was pleasantly surprised with the wings. Good flavor/texture. Fries were supposed to be truffle Parmesan, but a little light on the truffle flavor. Would have been fine with just Parmesan fries. Room was clean and updated. Pool is always relaxing. I know they can be understaffed at times, but would have liked someone coming around for drink orders. I was kind of far from the bar so ended up not getting up to get anything.

Kristi H.

Came to stay overnight for a bday celebration. When you pull up there is valet for 35, a garage for 18 or street parking for free. When you walk in the lobby is sooooo nice. They have upscale decorations. Check in was easy. We made it in the room and it was nice and clean. For the pricing I expected a little more but it was still okay. It was a little small with a mini mini fridge. The shower was amazing! Beds were comfy!

Lauri B.

1/17/2026: We went for a drink at the bar, so I don't have any information about the rooms themselves. However, my friend and I walked the lobby to see the Queen of The Gulf. She is beautiful! 1911 and beautify remodeled over the years. The attention to detail is amazing. The lobby smelled lovely and the decor was phenomenal! She boasts large chandeliers in the hallways and bar area, a beautifully mosaic tiled entry, grand steps to the rooms, a bougie gift shop, and a restaurant called The Monarch. The landscaping is exquisite with tropical plants and a gorgeous fountain in the front lawn entrance. They offer valet parking. Our martinis were $29.00 each (before gratuity), but I think that was THE best martini I've ever had! We will be back, but next time, it will be for a room stay. I can't even imagine how gorgeous the rooms must be, and though this is only a bar review, I felt it necessary. There's no way this place doesn't extend their service and beauty to the rooms. Gorgeous!

Anita C.

Stayed M-Th over spring break. Upgraded to beach view. Used valet parking. All the gentlemen were kind. Hotel lobby is beautiful and staff are helpful. Room was wonderful and clean. Comfy bed. Shower was amazing but took a hot minute to figure out buttons. So wish bath towels were larger. Was worried it would be bright in the morning with the huge windows but the curtains were excellent. Loved the little coffee place. Gym had enough things to get a good workout. Loved the towels and fresh fruit. Did not use the pool but it was very large and had a nice hot tub. Oh, I did have some stains on the sheets that were old and the maid took care of it. I will review bar and restaurant on the other yelp specifically for that. Both were great. We usually stay at the Tremont but this was a nice change and loved the views. Oh we did use the hotel bikes and had a nice ride on the Seawall.

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Susan B.

We had an amazing stay from beginning to end. Now, it was Mardi Gras which blocked off the Seawall bc of the parades but once we got to the Galvez, we walked everywhere. The valet service was efficient. The front desk was welcoming and the young lady helping us made sure we had a nice room on the 5th floor for my granddaughter's birthday trip. The rooms are small, but well designed. The shower was state of the art. The girls enjoyed the pool and hot tub! Our view of the ocean was perfect! Definitely a GRAND time!

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S And S S.

First off, from the valet to the front desk, to the lovely staff especially at The Monarch restaurant, to the housekeeping....WELL DONE! We were treated VERY well with warm and accommodating people throughout our stay. Secondly, the room was spotless and comfortable and had a lovely view of the ocean. And lastly, the private beach space, Gigi's was excellent and also staffed with efficient and friendly folks! We couldn't have asked for a better trip!

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We have stayed at this hotel before and it was lovely! This time it was awful. The place is not clean at all. Carpets need vacuuming and cleaning. Our room had some sort of stain on the foot of the bed. After taking a picture and showing it to the front desk they changed our room and offered $25.00 resort fee refund (we never got). That room was no different. Coffee pot overflowed on the counter, the towel bar kept falling off. Told the front desk, they said they'd have it fixed. No it wasn't fixed. The pool was less than desirable, water so murky you couldn't see to the bottom. Won't stay here again. Emailed hotel management and no response.

Christopher S.

A Marriott Autograph Collection resort right across from the beach. The customer service was excellent. The room was clean, but the shower needs to be repaired - broken cracked tiles and moldy grout.

Bret B.

The queen of the Gulf is one of the top five hotels in Metro Houston / Galveston. It is the perfect spot for Houston folk to get away for a night or two and transport us back to a simple time. It is also a great meeting or celebration location. The hotel was retrovated to old style splendor two years ago and looks amazing! Good timing as they recently filmed an episode of 1923 here, not too long ago. The Galvez is authentic and that can't be bought. The restaurant, pool and bar are great. Have fun!

Candice N.

Stayed at a friend's new place over the weekend which happened to be walking distance to the Galvez, so we had to stop in for happy hour at the beautiful bar! The drinks were great but our favorite part was the pianist playing all the best songs! He was engaging with the audience and singing along and made it that much more fun. I can't wait to come back and enjoy the spa!

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Ask the Community - Grand Galvez Resort, Autograph Collection

I don’t see it stated in Amenities; but do rooms have a coffee pot, or mini fridge, or in-room safe?

Mini fridge yes. I do not recall seeing the other items.

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