The Mansion on 17th

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal

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Premium Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony | Balcony
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Front of property
Lounge
Room amenity

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 579
AED 665 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb

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Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
511 17th St, Galveston, TX, 77550

What's nearby

  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 6 min walk
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 13 min walk
  • Port of Galveston - 16 min walk
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 3 min drive
  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Katie's Seafood House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pier 21 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fisherman's Wharf - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Huli Huli Hut - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Mansion on 17th

Bed & breakfast near Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
Near Port of Galveston and Galveston Seawall, The Mansion on 17th provides free self-serve breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises
  • A TV in the lobby and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 1 bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Conveniences

  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 30
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Heating
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Schaefer Haus
The Mansion on 17th Galveston
The Mansion on 17th Bed & breakfast
The Mansion on 17th Bed & breakfast Galveston

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mansion on 17th pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Mansion on 17th ?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mansion on 17th ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mansion on 17th ?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Mansion on 17th located?

Located in East End, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of East End Historic District and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal. Port of Galveston and Galveston Seawall are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Mansion on 17th Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 492 out of 590 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 590 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 590 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 590 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 590 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location..they let me park car during cruise
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tyron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property! Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Des

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is magnificent and Arron the concierge is an incredible host. It is definitely in our future plans to return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JEFF

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay Will use it again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best b&b we've ever stayed in. Social hour and breakfast were wonderful, and the room was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and well maintained property. Personal touches everywhere! Staff was awesome, mimosas tasty…Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely place with its own charm. Close to cruise terminals, historic district, food and shops. Wonderful service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying there the night before our cruise! Everyone was so nice! Breakfast was amazing!! We will definitely be returning!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was unique and Erin was amazing jake of all trades. The carriage ride was a nice added bonus. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at The Mansion were wonderful, the breakfast was delicious we enjoyed the happy hour very much ! Thank you! Donna & Craig Lively
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hosts and breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Galen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here and it is gorgeous! I will for sure be staying here next time I'm in Galveston.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfort and service was top notch
Amazing building in an amazingly beautiful neighbourhood. The bed, wow, so comfortable and the service was spot on. Loved this place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful B&B
Beautiful home. Very comfortable. Aaron was so nice and helpful. Stayed only one night before our cruise but will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was able to walk to the strand and the seawall. Very easy to get around.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff are amazing and so welcoming, and the breakfast was all fresh made. The bed was a bit too soft for our liking though. Would recommend, it’s a lovely historic mansion
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top notch
We stayed for 3 nights during the lone star rally. We found our go to place in Galveston. Every detail of the stay was excellent. Thank you so much and see you next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great time/service
Great stay in a historic place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great unique Mansion, very nice breakfast options and friendly helpful staff. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
With delayed flights and delayed cruise departure, the team at the Mansion on 17th made everything easy and relaxing! I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful restored home!! Wonderful staff! Very clean! Wonderful breakfast and happy hour!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay before a cruise.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noemi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024