The Mansion On 17Th, Formerly Schaefer Haus - Galveston

$$$$||View on mapGalveston, United States511 17Th St., Galveston, Galveston, Texas, United States, TX 77550|
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The Mansion On 17Th, Formerly Schaefer Haus - Galveston
511 17Th St., Galveston, Galveston, Texas, United States, 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%

3-story historic boutique B&B in Galveston with complimentary wine social hour

Social Experiences and Amenities

The Mansion On 17Th, Formerly Schaefer Haus Galveston offers a daily complimentary wine and cheese gathering each evening. The property also provides a daily happy hour with free beer, wine, and cocktails. Guests can rent a vintage Model T golf cart to explore the historic district.

Accommodations

Selected rooms at the mansion include private bathrooms with clawfoot tubs. The property features the Hitchcock Suite, where Alfred Hitchcock wrote The Birds. Each room offers antique furnishings and private balconies in many units.

Prime Location

The Mansion on 17th is located in the Historic District three blocks from The Strand. It is within walking distance of Moody Mansion Museum and Pleasure Pier. The property offers free parking for guests with cruise ship bookings and a shuttle to the cruise terminal.

Breakfast and Dining

Schaefer Haus serves a made-to-order breakfast each morning with options such as French toast, quiche, and avocado toast. The breakfast includes fresh French press coffee and mimosas. Dietary needs are accommodated with gluten-free and plant-based choices upon request.

Additional Guest Services

The property is pet-friendly, allowing guests to travel with their dogs. A shared lounge and terrace are available for all guests. The staff provides assistance with luggage and offers private check-in/check-out.

  • Social Hour: Complimentary wine, beer, and cocktails daily
  • Transport: Vintage Model T golf cart rentals available
  • Breakfast: Made-to-order with French press coffee and mimosas
  • Parking: Free on-site parking for cruise passengers
  • Pet Policy: Dogs welcome with prior arrangement
  • Location: 3 blocks from The Strand Historic District
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 cots 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
  • Street view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Street view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage 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 82 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.2 km
✈️ Distance to airport 67.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport William P. Hobby, HOU

Location

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