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
Front of property
Room amenity
Lounge
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$314
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr

Explore the area

Map
511 17th St, Galveston, TX, 77550
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Port of Galveston
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Galveston Seawall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 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
Pillow-top bed
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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About the area

Galveston

At The Mansion on 17th you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Highlights at this B&B include free self-service breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a communal living room. Other amenities include a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class East End B&B, attractions include Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Seawall.

What's nearby

  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Port of Galveston - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

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 with free breakfast, near Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The Mansion on 17th also features a terrace, coffee/tea in common area, and a communal living room. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Galveston bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
The Mansion on 17th offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways (76 centimetre high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

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
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Mansion on 17th ?

The Mansion on 17th offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mansion on 17th ?

As of 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mansion on 17th on 15 Apr 2025 start from AU$313.90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Mansion on 17th ?

Yep, The Mansion on 17th has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Mansion on 17th ?

Yep, The Mansion on 17th is a short 19-minute walk from Seawall Beach.

What makes The Mansion on 17th a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Mansion on 17th .

Does The Mansion on 17th serve breakfast?

Yep, guests highly rate the free self-service brekkie here! Available daily from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Mansion on 17th ?

No, The Mansion on 17th does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Mansion on 17th ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Mansion on 17th ?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Mansion on 17th Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 516 out of 616 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 616 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 616 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 616 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 616 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

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Zinnia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff were stellar and the food was great. French press coffee was perfection after a long drive down from DFW. The only thing was the room and restroom we stayed in didn’t appear to have been cleaned, like a fresh reset. But I also understand B&Bs may have different standards to that of a hotel. The only reason we felt it was cleaned was due to the fresh linens and the bed was made. However the restroom appeared as if though the previous guest had just used it, as I found a toiletry item and used washcloth and hair in the shower and restroom floor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Stay
This is an amazing B&B. The host was above and beyond welcoming. The reception was great. He gave perfect recommendations. The room was great and very comfortable. The breakfast was outstanding. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Eira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Needs TLC
Advertized as a boutique B&B in an older building in the historical district. Location was good, staff were great; however the building requires quite a lot of TLC. Heating was pot luck room having to have portable heater. Claw bath with shower curtain far too big making it somewhat dangerous for getting in and out. Electrical plugs barely hanging on, broken tiles and small plaster repairs just not taken care of. Cleaning materials left out on the landing next to bedroom doors. Needs work on windows as sone sashes broken. Dissapointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 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

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay will return
This place was beautiful more than I could have imagined and the staff was so friendly always smiling and never missed an opportunity to make sure we were comfortable. After some minor flight delays we got in later than expected and missed the social hour but I can only imagine how special that was with the hospitality and friendliness we experienced in the morning Breakfast was freshly made and tasted amazing and got to use a French press for the first time
My breakfast
Breakfast area
Christmas tree in the entry
Mansion on 17th
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Travelled with partner
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

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Darla

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 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

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Great vibe… amazing staff… a must stay ahead of a cruise… they set the benchmark for our entire vacation!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cramped quarters
The room was very compact. We stubbed our feet and legs on the bed frame several times. The service was excellent. The breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Travelled with partner
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

shanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A must stay
The entire stay was magical. Gluten free toast and breakfast was amazing.
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

Terri

Travelled with partner
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

Patricia

Travelled with partner
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

Shannon

Travelled with family
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

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming Bed & Breakfast in Galveston. Close to the cruise ship terminals, The Strand shopping and dining area, and the Gulf of Mexico. A great place to stay on your way to/from a cruise, for a weekend, or a quick getaway from the Houston area. The staff could not have been more friendly and accommodating. Free cocktails during an early evening social hour, and an amazing free breakfast as well. It felt as though you were walking into history as you entered the front door.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is like stepping back in time. It reminded us of the bed and breakfast in the movie "Ground Hog Day." A Concierge will acclimate you to the home and take you to your room. The property provided a complimentary guest gathering. The next time we sail out of Galveston, TX, we will stay here the night before.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew, McKinney

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