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.

Everything as always was excellent and exceptional. We…read morehave stayed in every room except for one. So that will be the next stay. Renee and Robert are amazing hostesses and hosts. Breakfast is always on point and delicious. I'm a super picky eater and everything that has been fixed I have loved. Looking forward to our next stay!!!

TLDR: Hands down one of, if not THE best, stay I've had in Galveston. For the price and value, I…read morecan't think of anything that was more convenient, comfortable, or hospitable than the Coppersmith Inn B&B. Stay: Valentine's Weekend Overall: 9.1/10 Room: 8.8/10 Quaint historic property with a comfy bed, private balcony, old school bathtub , and wonderful accommodations by the hosts! My girlfriend and I were on keto and they customized a wonderfully delicious breakfast that we gobbled up. In addition, they have a small temperature controlled pool in the back to relax. Service: 9.2/10 Friendly, hospitable, and easy going. Such an awesome stay. Convenience: 9.2/10 Minutes away from the seawall, Pleasure Pier, and restaurants. Do it.

Very clean, the host was very nice!! The suite was almost perfect! At night I could hear a child…read morerunning thru the hall! As soon as I was almost asleep at about 11 the fire alarm goes off. Every one was standing outside their room. No communication then finally security says someone pulled the alarm and they are walking Artois to figure out which one. Took a while before they got them off then kids running in the halls and upstairs again. Long night for me, but other than that the suites are beautiful, clean, great view. This is our first night. Just hoping the next few nights are better

This is the PERFECT Galveston location! Beautiful beach views, easy on and off the island (unlike…read morethe West end properties), close to shopping, great restaurants, and historical downtown Galveston is only 10 minutes away.

There is such rich history in Galveston, and the Lasker Inn is in of those places. A beautoful old…read morehome from the late 1800s, its owners have kept the character wjth gorgeous antique throughout and the charm this place deserves. The owner met me at the front door and welcomes me in a genuine way. He walked me through the house and showed me all there was to see and do within. He then showed me my room, (of which was very large) and explained how to use the TV and control my air. This was above and beyond any experience I had received before. Outstanding service. The breakfast was served at 8:00 am and it was delicious. All home made and timely prepared. My favorite was the apple muffins. J likes it so much I had two. Beautiful residence, with southern charm, and spacious rooms.

My husband and I got married at The Lasker in 2020. Before we even finished our weekend, we had…read moredecided that we wanted to have our 5-year anniversary party in the same spot! When he says he'll care of everything, he absolutely means it... Richard is one of a kind! We brought 12 friends down to Galveston and rented the house for the entire weekend... Our crew was absolutely blown away by how much attention to detail was put into every aspect of their stay. Each of the rooms has such a distinct personality, and the charm of the old house is put on full display to shine through. Richard checked in with us a few times during the evening to make sure we had everything we needed. On Saturday morning, breakfast was served and WOW--Logan knows his way around the kitchen. Our friends were so impressed with the food and even requested the recipes of a few items. When we slipped out to enjoy the Strand for a few hours that afternoon, Richard and his team refreshed our rooms. We decided to host a dinner with more guests Saturday evening to celebrate 5 years, and that went off without a hitch. Cocktail hour with the famous Lasker charcuterie board was enjoyed by all, and the barbecue spread for our main course was absolutely delicious! As an added treat, Richard had a miniature version of our original wedding cake for guests to enjoy. It was a hit! Sunday morning breakfast was just as delicious as Saturday's... Logan's famous hangover hash was gobbled up, and the yogurt parfaits hit the spot. We can't say enough about how much we love The Lasker, Richard, and his entire team... Their goal is to make every stay memorable, no matter the occasion, and they flawlessly execute every time.

My wife and I spent Labor Day weekend 2023 at Carr Mansion and we had an amazing stay. We stayed in…read morethe Carriage House behind the main house, and we loved it. Joellyn, the owner, was very hospitable and routinely checked if we needed anything. She offered us drinks on our arrival. My wife liked some cookies that were available, and she provided a package of them for her later that night. Joellyn had breakfast catered by renowned Chef Mary Bass, and it was quite delicious. Delicious breakfast casserole and tamales. It was very close to the Strand and the Seawall, so everything we did was just a short drive. We will definitely be returning to try another room at the Mansion!

It was a lovely second stay. I was in the Merchant Room this time. However, upgrades need to be…read moremade - the towel holder fell off the wall, the fridge needed a deep clean as it was yuck, and one of the light bulbs was out above the bed! Host is kind and pleasant. She made good recommendations for dining and sightseeing, and provided muffins & orange juice for a light morning snack!

My husband and I had the most amazing time staying at Avenue O. We chose this bed and breakfast as…read moreour destination to get married. We wanted to do something special with just us and Avenue O was the perfect choice! Polly and Jeff were absolute pleasures to work with! This historic home was so charming and cozy. I loved how beautifully it was decorated with a coastal theme. I loved all the beachy touches from the artwork, light fixtures, colors, furniture, etc. Everything was so elegant. We stayed in the Seawall Suite which is the largest room. It has a nice balcony as well. It was also decorated beautifully like the rest of the house. It was very cozy and comfortable. We chose to get married in the backyard near the gazebo. It was perfect. It was just my husband and I, Polly, Jeff and Heidi of course. Heidi actually walked me to the gazebo as if she was walking me "down the aisle." It was adorable! She's the Yorkie in the photos. Our ceremony was quick and intimate. Jeff did an excellent job and made us feel at ease as if we were just hanging out with friends. Not only is Polly an amazing decorator, she is also a very talented cook. She even made us a wedding cake! It was very pretty and so delicious!! I believe she said it was an Amaretto buttercream with strawberry filling. It was sooooooooo amazing!! In the morning, she made us an incredible homemade breakfast! It started off with yogurt parfaits and fresh granola. Yum! Then there were mini pumpkin pancakes, fresh potatoes, bacon and scrambled eggs. The bacon was so yum. It tasted like a maple-peppered bacon but I'm not sure what it was. All I know is it was awesome! Our wedding package was so reasonably-priced. We didn't have to do anything except pay and show up. Polly took care of the rest. We just can't say enough about how wonderful our stay was. Polly is so great at taking care of people. She and Jeff were both fantastic hosts. If you're ever in Galveston, I would highly recommend staying with them instead of at a hotel. You won't regret it!!

What an amazing stay! Polly and Jeff are fantastic hosts that really love what they do and it shows…read morein the details. First, the food is divine. Polly hand crafts each of the breakfasts and pairs it with a coffee from a local roaster. Each of the meals starts with a fresh fruit dish that pops with flavor. For main courses, expect to be wowed and never bored as it will be different each morning you stay. Whether you are looking for tips on what to do in the area, looking for a quiet sabbatical, or somewhere to just get away for a weekend, Avenue O is a great place to relax and enjoy your stay. We'll be back for sure!

I loved this place. I originally wanted to stay somewhere by the ocean so I could smell the ocean,…read morehear it, and had easy access....and have a view with a balcony as well. Unfortunately the pockets didnt allow for that type of luxury so I picked this hotel. The service was amazing, so helpful and SOOOO nice. Onsite parking which was a plus, and you are within walking distance to all of the shops and cute little restaurants on The Strand. We spent some time drinking and walking down this street and thankfully didnt have to drive our way home. What I didnt know and was SOOO happy about - was the fact that I had access to the Hotel Galvez pool and bar area. It was a nice surprise when we arrived the were informed of this. It was our first stop. Pool, pina coladas, and sun. Cant beat that for the start of a weekend getaway! They offer a continental breakfast which was decent, coffee was really good. My only reason for giving 4 stars and not 5 was because of the beds. The rooms were very cute and nicely decorated and we loved that about it. However, when paying this much for a room, you would expect a nice plush comfortable bed. Im not saying it was a rock like the quality inn or other 1 star hotel....but it definitely wasnt a marriott bed. Linens were comfy though with the nice fluffy white duvet. I recommend this hotel if you are looking for a convenient, reasonably priced place to stay that is quaint, excellent personalized service, great staff, and close to everything. You get access to the Galvez which gives you the pool option as this hotel doesnt have one. I hate to even give 4 stars because we were very happy but I have to be honest in my review. Its cheaper than most on the island but Im not sure how it compares to the other ones on the beach as far as quality goes.

We stayed at this rental on recommendation from a friend. The home itself is brand new it is fully…read morefurnished and they provide everything you need for a great family vacation. They have tons of toys for kids ,items to take to the beach, umbrellas, lounge chairs, etc as well as a fully stocked kitchen, which also had coffee and sugar, having coffee in the morning was amazing and absolutely necessary for this trip. Air conditioning provided more than enough cooling power for the very hot days that we experienced. The weather was incredible and the beaches were amazing. The beach is literally minutes away all of the house furnishings were brand new and everything was very clean. We could not find one bit of dirt in the house, bathrooms were very clean and brand new as well. The beds were comfy and the ceiling fans were an added bonus. This house will sleep easily two families vacationing together with plenty of room to spare. They do not have a golf cart to use, but one can be rented for beach excursions which the kids absolutely loved one of the highlights of the trip. I highly recommend this place for people wanting to get away with you by yourself or with family and friends. ************** Edit - The GPS is going to tell you two ways to get to this location. The first one involves the ferry and less miles, the other one has you loop through the main land. **** THE FERRY IS FREE FOR PASSENGERS AND CARS! THERE IS NO CHARGE! if you found this bit of information super helpful vote up my review please! ****