The Mansion On 17Th, Formerly Schaefer Haus - Galveston

$$$$||View on mapGalveston, United States of America511 17Th St., Galveston, Galveston, Texas, United States of America, TX 77550|
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The Mansion On 17Th, Formerly Schaefer Haus - Galveston
511 17Th St., Galveston, Galveston, Texas, United States of America, TX 77550·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.5
Staff9.4
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.8
Who stays here
Couples80%
Families10%
Groups6%
Solo4%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Location9.5
Staff9.4
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.8
Facilities8.8
Who stays here
Couples80%
Families10%
Groups6%
Solo4%

Historic Victorian Bed & Breakfast with Complimentary Social Hour and Gourmet Breakfast

Complimentary Social Hour and Gourmet Breakfast

The Mansion on 17th offers a complimentary social hour every evening from 4 PM, featuring free beer, wine, and cocktails. Guests can also enjoy a daily happy hour with free beverages and the opportunity to mingle with other visitors. Each morning, a generous breakfast is served with options including continental, American, à la carte, and gluten-free choices, such as fresh pastries, pancakes, and fruits, with champagne and juice available.

Historic Rooms with Unique Features

Schaefer Haus offers elegantly decorated rooms with antique furnishings and modern amenities, including private bathrooms with clawfoot tubs in selected rooms. The Alfred Hitchcock suite, where the filmmaker stayed and found inspiration, is available for guests. Many rooms feature private balconies overlooking the historic neighborhood.

Pet-Friendly Policies and Cruise Parking

The mansion on 17th is pet-friendly, allowing guests to travel with their animals. Free parking is available for guests with cruise ship bookings, and the hotel offers a shuttle to the cruise terminal. Guests can also rent vintage Model T golf carts to explore the area.

Prime Location in Historic District

The Mansion on 17th Galveston is located in the heart of the Historic District, within walking distance to The Strand Historic District and Moody Mansion Museum. It is a short drive to Pleasure Pier and Galveston Beach, and 41 mile from William P. Hobby Airport. The hotel is also close to the cruise terminal, making it convenient for pre- or post-cruise stays.

Tailored Packages and Community Atmosphere

The hotel offers personalized guest experiences including tailored packages for special occasions such as anniversaries and birthdays. The engaging communal spaces, including a shared lounge and terrace, foster a sense of community among guests. Complimentary wine and cheese gatherings in the evening provide opportunities for guests to connect.

  • Location: Walking distance to The Strand Historic District and Moody Mansion Museum
  • Rooms: Clawfoot tubs in selected rooms and Alfred Hitchcock suite
  • Dining: Gourmet breakfast with champagne and juice
  • Social Hour: Complimentary wine, beer, and cocktails daily
  • Parking: Free parking for cruise ship bookings with shuttle
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-18:00
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of USD 15.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:7
Former name
schaefer haus mansion
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Rooms and availability

Superior Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Street view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Check-in/ Check-out

VIP check-in/ -out

Sports activities

Golf course

Aqua park

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Aqua park
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Street view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Mansion On 17Th, Formerly Schaefer Haus

💵 Lowest room price 111 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 42.0 mi
🧳 Nearest airport William P. Hobby, HOU

Location

511 17Th St., Galveston, Galveston, Texas, United States of America, TX 77550
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511 17Th St., Galveston, Galveston, Texas, United States of America, TX 77550
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511 17Th St., Galveston, Galveston, Texas, United States of America, TX 77550
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