The Original Galveston Seawall
The Original Galveston Seawall, Seawall Boulevard, Galveston, TX 77551, United States of America- Memorial
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Beachfront Paradise with Exciting Amenities
Luxurious Rooms and On-Site Facilities
Indulge in comfort with rooms featuring private balconies, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary toiletries. Enjoy the convenience of a microwave, coffee maker, and work desk. Unwind at the outdoor pool, sports court, or fitness centre, all available on-site.
Delectable Dining Options and Entertainment
Savor American cuisine at The Jetty Restaurant or grab a drink at B’Jiggers Lounge with live music and dancing. Free shuttle service to nearby attractions and proximity to the historic Strand District ensure a memorable stay.
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Check-in from
04:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Parking
PAID
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
28 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
Ocean View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
30 sqm
Ocean View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
Ocean View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
Ocean View
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
28 sqm
In-room amenities
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), Sofa bed (Variable Size)
Room details
28 sqm
Ocean View
In-room amenities
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Staff handled issues effectively and professionally
Being double charged from the room.
אהבנו את הקרבה לחוף, הבריכה היתה מצויינת, היתה חניה בצמוד למלון. החדר היה גדול ומרווח.
לא אהבנו שני דברים- רכשנו חדר בקומה גבוהה עם נוף, וקיבלנו חדר ממש מעל המסעדה שנמצאת מתחת וכל הריח של השמן השרוף הגיע אלינו. ובנוסף חייבו 8 דולר ליום על מתקנים ופעילות שיש שם. חבל שלא מציינים זאת מראש או כוללים במחיר. דבר שלא ראיתי שהיה כתוב בבוקינג.
I had some food that we couldn't take with us so I offered it to staff. I was able to meet the manager of housekeeping who was very nice by chance and discussed room 108 and how horrible it is for it to be a guest room.
Room 108 location is horrible. We didn't sleep at ALL due to the slamming of doors, people waiting for elevator, people coming in and out from the pool and parking lot at ALL hours. Room 108 needs to be changed to a storage room and not for guests!
Mostly everything , that I'd had restaurants there and beach infront
2nd day they didn't refill with water and coffe , sugar to make .
Muy bonito y cómodo. Y una vista preciosa frente al mar. La comida del restaurante muy rica y bien elaborada
Bueno
Bueno
Room was located on 5th floor beach side above the pool area, which was excellent. Behind the hotel parking was well patrolled and spaces were adequate. Laundry facility was good.
The refrigerator was iced over with a huge chuck of coil ice, which provided minimal cooling. Maid service was a bit spotty; had to chase down the cart to get supplies.
The atmosphere and most of the staff had excellent attitudes, which made the stay a little better.
Some of the staff had bad attitudes and didn't provide adequate customer service.
Location and sea view
N/A
Chambre confortable et telle que le site le décris
La piscine trop de monde et sale pas de séparation avec les enfants et jeux de ballons donc très pénibles pour des adultes cherchant le repos
It was catered to kids
Dirty and the connecting door didn’t lock
Beautiful, well maintained and very clean
The tv selection
All was good.
All was good.
Everything
Nothing
Das Zimmer war modern eingerichtet, der Pool war sauber, es gab genug Liegen & es gab eine Bar direkt im Hotel mit Live Musik, Personal war hilfsbereit & freundlich
Das Zimmer wurde nicht täglich gereinigt (Kaffeetheke im Zimmer wurde dementsprechend auch nicht aufgefüllt) , Meerblick war nur gegen Aufpreis pro Nacht (worauf ich dann verzichtet hab) sowie früheres Einchecken, hinzu kamen noch zusätzlich Parkgebühren & Servicepauschale, also für den Preis den man ohnehin schon bei Buchung bezahlt hat plus die ganzen Zusatz kosten Frühstück war sehr mikrig (gab nur Toast, keine Wurst, kein Käse, nur Rührei & eventuell Bacon & Würstchen, man durfte nur ein Getränk gratis bekomm ansonsten gegen Gebühr) Balkon war der Parkplatz oder bei zweiter Etage auf nen Heizgebäude
Looks
They charge for everything, they even have a $50 fee if you ride the bike in sand. Everything has a price tag. You loose a wrist band u have to pay $20,
La ubicación perfecta
Todo bien?
Location Friendly service
Older rooms
Location
The bathroom was dirty
The room
The Bar needs better entertainment with better service
We stay at this hotel often. It is well located on the Sea Wall and has a nice pool and a game room and an activity room for the kids. Love it.
It would have been nice to have our rooms with a door in between to keep the kids out of the hall and slamming doors going back and forth to room.
Easy walk to the beach, sheets and towels changed daily, staff generally kind and helpful, great ocean view, place to rinse off sand outside after the beach
Room fees and amenities fees were not given in original rate quote, parking lot isn’t covered, breakfast isn’t included in amenities fees,
It was nice and clean. The service at the pool was very good also.
My husband got called at work because an emergency and I had to come by myself because the property would not exchange for a different day. Sometimes men working in a plant have emergencies and the hotel could have switch days for us.
The kids Island free Kids Center was the coolest surprise of the whole trip to be honest. Nikki was on staff the whole time and did arts and crafts with my four and five-year-old while I got to relax and read. Oh no, the kids recreation would take the cake as the best part so that I can still enjoy my vacation with my husband. Big shout out to Miss Nikki.
She had so much fun at Nikki - Pat and enjoyed the snow cone that Nikki and Pat give her
Mrs. Nikki the children painted birdhouses and enjoyed it!
This place is amazing for a family Galveston trip! The rooms were exactly what we needed and the amenities really set the experience over the top! Sandra in the hotel breakfast area was fantasic and really elevated the overall experience! The staff aims to make your life easier at every turn! Worth every dollar for what you get!
This is the cutest, most unexpected entertainment for my kiddos!! no extra cost they can do arts and crafts all day while mommy reads LOL WIN WIN. And even better there is staff in there to help them!!
Nikki is amazing, we had so much fun in the glow party. There is so much for kids to do. Son wants to come back!! What a great place for families!! They even accommodated to his wants to do things differently.
The hostesses at the Kids Island were awesome! My six-year-old granddaughter loved the crafts and the hostesses were amazing. We also really enjoyed the snow cones at pool site. Great time at the resort! Thanks for all you do for the guests!
Judy at Jiggers made an excellent Bloody Mary.
Great atmosphere! Had a great time.
Great for families. My girls love the pool & crafting at Kid's Island. The staff are very friendly & kind.
Nikki and unit theIt was so great that the kids are so happy and have a lot !
The location was convenient for everything we wanted to do. The view from the balcony was breathtaking. The room was nice and accommodated our needs. The hotel was clean and all the personnel were very nice and courteous. Having everything close and available was a plus….swimming pool, dining areas and a gift shop for any emergent needs.We loved the snocones provided by Nikki and Pat ….we loved the karaoke at the pool. We really didn’t have to leave the premises, it was so accommodating.
My daughter loved making and eating her fruit kabob! With Nikki and Umit
Patricia and Nikki were so helpful with the girls, they made our day!
Poolside area next to the restaurant
The children’s room attendants Nikki and pat were exceptional
All the kid friendly amenities and activities.
More parking is needed. Especially when the restaurant/bar is busy because customers take all the spots for guests.
Hotel was nice and we had a view of the beach. There were no towels for the pool (they ran out) so we had to go in search of them. Room was very comfortable and looked nice. You do pay for parking and amenities. We woke up to 8-10 cars in the parking lot with broken windows and the police investigating.
Beautiful ladies always helping the young at heart. Nikki and Pat
Kids love it loved the glow party all the arts and crafts the movies and snacks
I had a great stay and really enjoyed my experience. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and the staff was welcoming. A special thank you to Leila Thomas, the Cleaning Supervisor. She went above and beyond to make my family and i stay even better with her professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail. Her hard work truly made a difference.I would definitely stay here again!
Nice and clean with excellent amenities
Everything was satisfactory
The room was excellent
A loud commotion on Saturday and what sounds like gun fire.
The staff was wonderful!
I can’t name anything
View of beach.
Open air hallways. Hot. Old building.
Incredible facility with so much to do for all family members!!
Smoking marijuana throughout property by other visitors in rooms and on balconies
Great time painting birdhouses and coloring. Mrs. Nikki and Umit were amazing!!
The staff here are amazing and exemplify hospitality. Lesa Moore on the housekeeping side truly has gone above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. We are also super impressed with the hotel restaurant waitress team and bartending team. Well done!
Accommodating. All the amenities they offered were available. The pool towels were always stocked. The staff were friendly and helpful. Loved the kiddie pool for my 4 year old grandson!
I have no complaints.
Booked with Booking.com. They did not tell that you would have to pay an extra fee for facilities, which is anything out of your room and also parking, so once it was said and done, after paying almost $200 for a room, it was an extra $26 to use their amenities( which I did not use) and parking. I figure that if you’re paying that much for a room the swimming pool, gym and parking should come with it. This isn’t the San Luis
Nikki and Pat were so awesome in the Kids island and made it so welcoming and fun while my toddler made a bracelet!
Our kids enjoy the activity room so much! Nikki-Pat are very kind and helpful with any activities. The breakfast is amazing as well. Got room service every day. Something that most Hotels dont do anymore. We will definitely be back
Amenities, food in the karaoke lounge, amenities for kids, pool was nice, games around the pool as well as the jacuzzi was great. Room views of the ocean.
They did not take cash.
Was fun for the family in the activity center
My husband and I will never stay anywhere else on the island. Today we’re here just the two of us which is always nice for a romantic getaway because they have everything we need …great bar, pool is amazing. The rooms are comfortable and clean.. not to mention that view!!! Rosa on cleaning staff is highly attentive and accommodating… I didn’t even have to leave my front door balcony to go downstairs to get more coffee creamer because she stopped me and said is there anything that you need Miss? (I had the do not disturb sign on our door as we will be here a couple more days) but she was so observant and thoughtful to even ask me if there was anything that I needed… after she got what I needed she let me know that if there’s anything else that my husband and I needed to simply ask her, she would be happy to help. This morning, as I sat on my balcony as I often do when we stay here, I couldn’t help but be so impressed with Toni the gentleman that cleans the pool and the complete area around the pool. He is meticulous…. Not only do my husband and I enjoy the pool when we come here together as a married couple, but when we bring our grandchildren, the cleanliness of the pool means everything. How amazing he is! Breakfast is marvelous, the food from room service is excellent as well!! my husband and I have stayed at nearly every property on this island and once we realize that nobody else even came close to this property, we don’t stay anywhere else now. I highly recommend this property, not only for its location, gorgeous views, wonderful pool, clean rooms, attentive staff, great food, but for the VALUE… my goodness, I watch people walk into that San Luis right next to us and think to myself… you should’ve came over here with us….you could have saved lots of money lol well done Holiday inn, IHG, Quinn, Rosa, Tony… all of you! Well done!
Out by the pool Pat&Umit we’re making snow cones, the atmosphere was relaxing we so far a enjoying our stay
Our go to spot in Galveston! You can’t beat the value. Every room has a balcony facing the beach. I don’t know how the housekeeping crew gets ALL the sand out of your room but they do! The pool is gorgeous and family friendly. Nikki and Pat were the sweetest to my kids and made the best snow cones (included daily activity). Can’t wait to come back next year!
Great pool. Great people. Room views were awesome.
Room smelled like cat piss
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best outcome of a last-minute trip! We originally came for just one day, but loved it so much that we ended up extending our stay. Hands down, this is one of the best hotels I've ever stayed at, and I'll definitely be booking again so I can bring my family back. The customer service was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Every staff member we encountered was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely kind. A huge shoutout to Mike at the front desk, and to Nikki and Pat at Kids Island. They were so sweet to my kids every time they participated in the activities, and they truly made our experience even more memorable. A special thank you to the kitchen staff for serving one of the best hotel breakfasts I've ever had—and for making such amazing sweet tea! As a true sweet tea fanatic, I can honestly say it was some of the best I've had. And a big shoutout to the bar staff for making the **best virgin piña coladas**. They were absolutely delicious and became one of my favorite treats during our stay! The amenities and activities are perfect for families. There was always something fun going on, with so much to do for both kids and adults. The location couldn't be better—it's right across from the beach and just minutes from the Pleasure Pier, making everything convenient and within walking distance. This trip exceeded all of our expectations. What started as a one-day getaway turned into a longer vacation because we simply didn't want to leave. Thank you to the entire team for making our stay so memorable. We can't wait to come back!
Breakfast was great. Location was great.
Can't complain about anything.
The property was nice, with a good beachside view, and nice, simple, and clean rooms. The breakfast was okay.
The elevator was messed up, closing too fast, getting stuck on floors. The line just to check in was too long, the bathroom flush pressure was horrible,
Nikki and Pat were amazing. Super helpful with the kids and made them feel comfortable.
I went to the bar to have a drink and enjoy my Independence Day. Band was nice, food was amazing but one bartender Desiree was so rude to the other employees, talking to guest about other employees she "couldn't stand", and I even watched her shove the Asian girl, her vibe was just very hostel towards everyone. It made us really uncomfortable so much so that I had to move from the bar to a table. I would come back to enjoy the experience but I wouldn't want that energy around me or my family
Bien
El horario de la piscina
On July 4th, I brought my nonverbal autistic child to the Kids Club Room for the tattoo fun.We did arrive to the Club Room at 2:29,but we were given attitude by Nikki - Pat. I understand that the activity was close to ending,but we were still technically there on time. Nikki- Pat were not kind to us. It felt like we were shooed off with a hand wave by I believe was Nikki. She was the younger worker.I asked," Do you have any more tattoos available?" She responded," No, we are out and we are leaving to the pool." She said this to my daughter and I in an aggressive tone of voice. My family and I come here every year and we absolutely love this hotel. The experiences with The Kids Club Room worker just hasn't been very welcoming.
One of the best IHGs I’ve been to yet. Great staff- always saying hello and making you feel welcome! The GM always talks to you when you walk by too. The rooms are beautiful and clean. Every room is ocean front for great views from the second you wake up. There’s so many activities to do around. Nikki-Pat made everyone’s day with the snowballs and great crafts.Great location to restaurants and complimentary bikes to stroll down the seawall. Can’t recommend enough. We will be back!
This hotel is very family friendly. Our kids enjoyed all the kids activities. Nikki and Umit were very gracious and welcoming to our childre to Kid Island.
We had a great stay! The hotel was clean, comfortable, and the staff was very friendly. The kids’ playroom was a wonderful bonus—safe, clean, and full of fun activities that kept the children entertained. It made our stay even more enjoyable. We would definitely come back!
We had a wonderful time! Nikki and Umit were great in the kids island. We loved it!!
Today I brought my daughter to the Activities Room at the hotel. My family also stayed at this hotel back in May, but this time I feel I need to leave a review because I was very disappointed by the attitude and behavior of one of the staff members, who appeared to be the supervisor of the Activities Room. Her name starts with the letter "N" and ends with "i." She made unpleasant facial expressions toward me, my husband, and our daughter. She also spoke to us using words and a tone that were inappropriate for speaking to guests. Her attitude and overall behavior were not what I would expect from someone working in a family-friendly environment. I truly believe that staff members who interact with children and families should be kind, patient, and respectful.
Great location nearby restaurants and shopping centers.
More staff to keep the pool area clean.
Umit was so friendly and helpful with the kids crafts! She explained and helped with each craft. It made a day inside a fun day! 2 of the 3 days the balloon and face painting lady did not show up. Very flustering that she was a no show and it was on the board.
Pat in the kids room was so nice to my grandchildren and I. Thank you for making it a great experience
Awesome place and service. Sandra Garcia was so kind and helpful!
Our 3rd floor balcony room was great! View of the pool & ocean. Location was good. Need to work on parking spots, would benefit from numbered parking spaces -give at check in! Less aggravation when no spaces available to park but paid for out of pocket!! Seemed to have Good Security patrolling in the evening. Breakfast is Great! Pool,bar and plenty for little kids set up to do. Pool menu food was good! Drinks were good!
Parking was hard to find in evenings,noone picked up trash towels ect in pool areas- alot of trash on the ground, outside pool/bar staff could have been a little friendlier and little better paced getting to and from( i went in three times looking for help ( noone ever saw the flags up on back of chair). Elevators are bad!!!! Wait wait wait and hope theres room to get on when door opens and closes in 2 sec. Always to full to get in.
It was right across from the beach.
I think they need to invest In Some cameras in the parking lot.
Todo hermoso y agradable
No hay nada que no me gustara
Doors are located on the outside. Pictures are somewhat deceiving. Keisha at the front desk was absolutely wonderful but we needed up going to another hotel.
Location is great if you want to bevon the seawall with an ocean view and balcony.
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Cleanliness
6.5/10Multiple guests reported cleanliness problems (cockroaches, a large roach, and at least one 'not very clean' comment) despite some mentions of well-maintained rooms — overall cleanliness is noticeably below other strengths.
Service
9.4/10Service is frequently praised: staff described as great, very kind and helpful, professional front desk, and staff handled issues effectively; overall service is a clear strength.
Location
9.4/10Location consistently highlighted positively — beachfront/sea view, convenient placement, easy to get around and close to attractions; location is a major positive.
Room Quality
9/10Rooms noted as comfortable and spacious with good beds and views, but some guests reported rooms above the restaurant with odor and isolated maintenance/cleanliness problems; generally strong aside from those issues.
Amenities
9/10Amenities cited include a heated pool (bonus for families), on-site restaurants, and beach access; complaints focus on paid parking/resort fees and occasional missed room refills, but amenities are otherwise solid.
Value for Money
6.8/10Several guests complained about high price, unexpected charges (parking, resort fees), being charged a higher rate at check-in, or confusing outstanding-balance notices — value is a notable weak point.
Food and Beverage
8.8/10Food receives positive comments (good breakfast, well-prepared restaurant meals), though some guests noted they had to pay for breakfast; overall F&B is above average.
Overall Experience
8.3/10Mixed but generally positive: many describe comfortable, pleasant stays with excellent staff and location, offset by cleanliness incidents and billing/fee frustrations — the net guest experience is slightly above the target rating.