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<h2>Historic Setting</h2> The Mansion on 17th, formerly Schaefer Haus, is housed in a historic building in Galveston. The property offers a terrace and free WiFi throughout, providing a charming atmosphere for guests. <h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, bathrobes, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor seating area, and free on-site parking. <h2>Delicious Breakfast</h2> Guests enjoy a continental, American, à la carte, or gluten-free breakfast with champagne, juice, fresh pastries, pancakes, and fruits. The breakfast is highly praised by visitors. <h2>Prime Location</h2> Located 41 mi from William P. Hobby Airport, the property is near attractions such as Seawall Urban Park (19-minute walk), Porretto Beach (1.2 mi), and The Grand 1894 Opera House (5-minute walk).

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Gluten-free, American

Free Parking Available On Site


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1 king bed
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
9.9
High score for Galveston

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sayers
    United States United States
    Included breakfast was very delicious and made to order.
  • Lisa
    Canada Canada
    Everything! This is an amazing place to stay. Aaron is a real treasure and makes this mansion come to life.
  • Frangely
    Dominican Republic Dominican Republic
    I loved the vintage touch to it and how every detail is well taken care of. There’s a charm to the property that adds a nice touch to the stay. The staff is absolutely fantastic and the complimentary breakfast is lovely too. Loved how the social...
  • Timothy
    United States United States
    Beautiful property. Wonderful Staff. Great location. Could walk everywhere we wanted to go. Breakfast was delicious.
  • Renee
    United States United States
    This place is beautiful, the staff is very friendly, and it is very close to the cruise ship terminal.
  • Napinuca
    United States United States
    The people there are so friendly and welcoming. We never felt like there was anything lacking and there was always someone available to help
  • Nancy
    United States United States
    Wonderful experience. The staff is lovely. We especially enjoyed the sit-down breakfast.
  • Kendra
    United States United States
    The Mansion on 17th was exactly as represented and exceeded our expectations. The staff were very friendly and you could tell they cared about our guest experience. We have never stayed in a B&B before and enjoyed the more intimate and personal...
  • Carolyn
    United States United States
    Breakfast was great! Facility was beautiful. Happy hour was fun! And truly appreciated the cruise trip to the cruise terminal
  • Troy
    United States United States
    Breakfast was a nice touch - very good Friendly welcome Will stay again and will let others know.

Managed by The Mansion on 17th

Company review score: 9.8Based on 730 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Welcome to The Mansion on 17th, where luxury meets history. Our beautiful 1890 mansion has been meticulously restored to its original glory, transporting you to a bygone era of elegance and refinement. Nestled in the heart of Galveston's historic East End, our six rooms and suites offer a uniquely intimate and exclusive experience. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by our friendly staff and welcomed to your luxurious accommodations. Each morning, wake up to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and indulge in our deluxe breakfast, expertly prepared by our in-house chef. Our Social Hour, held daily at 4pm, offers complimentary beer, wine, and cocktails. It is the perfect way to relax after a day of exploring. ​ Our property boasts a range of luxurious amenities, including in-room coffee service delivered to your door every morning. At breakfast, enjoy French Press coffee made with organic Kona beans flown in from Hawaii. We offer turn-down service each night and you can choose to indulge in an optional nightcap before retiring to your plush bedding. ​ Immerse yourself in history as you take in our antique furnishings and artwork from the late 1800s, seamlessly blending modern comfort with vintage elegance. Explore Galveston in style with our vintage Model T golf cart available for rent, or take advantage of our optional rides to the port. And for those embarking on a cruise, rest easy knowing that you can park your car with us for free while you're away. Choose from our optional romance, anniversary, and birthday packages, complete with flowers, chocolates, truffles, or champagne, waiting in your room or suite upon arrival. At The Mansion on 17th, we invite you to experience a one-of-a-kind getaway, where luxury, history, and personalized service come together to create an unforgettable stay. ​ (Note: The Mansion on 17th has been a premiere bed and breakfast destination in Galveston for over 50 years. It was formally called the Victorian Inn

Neighborhood info

Located in the East End Historic District of Galveston in an area commonly called 'The Strand'. The area is filled with turn of the century mansions, restaurants, art galleries, antique shops and more. The Cruise Terminal is only 3 blocks away.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Mansion on 17th, formerly Schaefer Haus
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Happy hour
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Wake-up service

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
The Mansion on 17th, formerly Schaefer Haus takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 13 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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