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Hotel Galvez - A Wyndham Historic Hotel
2024 Seawall Boulevard
Galveston, TX 77550
Nightly Rates (233.75 - 273.75)
3 Star
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Property Description |
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Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, just across the boulevard from 30 miles of sundrenched beaches. Steeped in historical significance and reborn to a multimillion dollar renovation, Hotel galvez offers the charm and elegance of Galveston's Victorian heritage. Magnificent architecture combines with the natural beauty of an oceanside setting. Just a short trolley ride to the Strand Historic District with countless shops, galleries, restaurants, museums, and historic attractions. Over 14,000 square feet of sophisticated and flexible meeting space can accomodate up to 500 for social affiares, corporate functions, or exhibits. Fourty-five minutes from Houston Hobby Airport.
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Amenities |
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AM/FM Alarm Clock
Babysitting/Child Services
Bar/Lounge
Beach
Coffee Maker in Room
Concierge
Courtesy Car
24 Hour Front Desk
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Fishing
Free Parking
Hairdryers Available
Modem Lines in Room
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Modem Lines in Room
Meeting/Banquet Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Free Newspaper
Pool
Parking
Restaurant
Room Service
Safe Deposit Box
Shops/Commercial Services
Television with Cable
Laundry/Valet Services
VIP Rooms/Services
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Miscellaneous Information |
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American Dollars is the native currency.
Check in time is 4:00 pm
Check out time is 12:00Noon
Time Zone is CST / CDT
Opened in 1911
Renovated in 1997
228 rooms.
0 suites.
7 floors.
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Directions |
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Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, jsut across the boulevard from 30 miles of sundrenched beaches. Just a short trolley ride to the Strand Historic District with countless shops, galleries, restaurants, museums, and historic attractions. Forty-five minutes from Houston Hobby Airport.
Houston Hobby, George Bush International Airport
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Guarantee Policy |
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All reservations must be guaranteed to a credit card at the time of booking. April 14-15 2000 are charged full pay at the time of booking. Primary guest must be 21 at check-in.
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Cancellation Policy |
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Reservations must be cancelled by 4:00PM 48 hours prior to arrival date(72 hours for Fri. & Sat. arrivals) to avoid a no-show charge. April 14-15 2000 must be cancelled 14 days prior to arrival date to avoid losing deposit.
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Restaurant Information |
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Dining and Entertainment
* Bernardos Restaurant offers traditional nouvelle cuisine featuring fresh Gulf Coast seafood served in an open, airy setting with expansive views of the beach and endless ocean horizon * Sumptuous Sunday Brunch * Room Service
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Meeting Facility |
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Meeting Facilities
* Over 14,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space * The Music Hall with grand archways and illustrious chandeliers has been restored to it's origional character and grandeur * The Parlours provide sophisticated yet comfortable surroundings * The Veranda provides and outdoor ambiance overlooking the formal garden, tropical pool and Gulf of Mexico * The Terrace Ballroom transforms into a multifunctional meeting room with even larger capacity as it expands to The Veranda * Meeting services manager * Mail and package service * Audio visual services * Business catering * Creative catering
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Recreation Information |
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Gulf Greyhound Park
This racetrack offers a unique entertainment package in an air-conditoned 4-level complex, including Texas' largest full-service restaurant. Live world-class greyhound racing and pari-mutual wagering are featured year-round.
The Strand District
Galveston Island offers many unique shops to find that certain little item you've been looking for. The Strand National Historical Landmark District features one of the most extensive collections of restored Victorian style buildings in America, while the visitor center provides detailed information on the history of the Island.
Beach
30 miles of sundrenched beach for surfing, fishing, horseback riding, and beachcombing are just across the boulevard.
Golf
Membership priveleges at the Galveston Country Club 18-hole championship golf course.
Pool
Tropical pool with swim-up bar, hot tub and outdoor grill.
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David Taylor's Classic Car Museum
Features 53 vintage automobiles housed in the 1914 Marshner Building. The museum gives the atmosphere typical of a car dealership of that era, with every car in immaculate running condition. The cars range from the 1920's to 1960's models. The museum is home to a 1940 Mercury which was a gift to actress Carole Lombard from her husband Clark Gable. Other favorites include a 1936 Cadillac V-12 Convertible, a 1934 Ford Roadster, a 1927 Buick Roadster, and a 1937 Cord Phaeton 812
Mardi Gras Museum
Features Galveston's Mardi Gras festivities past and present. Costime and historical memorabilia are on display as well as models of the Street Arches created for Mardi Gras. Summer Hours: Wednesday - Sunday Noon to 6pm Winter Hours: Wednesday - Friday Noon to 5pm Saturday & Sunday Noon to 6pm
Other Area Attractions:
* Galveston Island * Galveston Beach * Texas Seaport Museum * The Strand Historic District * Bolivar Lighthouse
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