Reviews of The Mansion on 17th, formerly Schaefer Haus
511 17th St., Galveston, Galveston, TX 77550, United States
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Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFriendly staff, great breakfast, close to port, Aaron always goes above and beyond! It's quaint and comfortable.
Not a thing
Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThis is the second time my daughter and I spend an overnight stay at the Mansion on 17th Street. We like the location, the decor, and the breakfast is simply the best. The staff is friendly and helpful, the rooms are clean and comfortable, and check-in and check-out is easy. We especially liked not having to check out until noon.
We like it just the way it is and wouldn't change a thing.
Reviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewStaff was very friendly and the room and house were very clean. Everything was over the top. We really enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe staff were very nice. The breakfast was exceptional and the entire facility was nice.
We booked a room with a balcony however the room we had did not have one. Staff person indicated that we access the balcony via a window. That's strange. The room did not have a functioning ceiling light (either the wall switch or light bulb was defective) and the bed was too soft (cushy) for our taste. The tub shower did not drain well at all, the bracket that supports the shampoo/body wash/conditioner bottles was loosely fitted to it's support rod & was a hassle to pump out shampoo/conditioner/body wash from their containers. There was no body wash in its container & there was not much shampoo & conditioner in their containers. The tub shower curtain setup was not very good at keeping water from leaking onto the floor. The curtain itself appeared like it was not replaced in a while. It had lots of soap scum build up.
Reviewed: 20 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFriendly staff, rooms are roomy, comfy beds, WONDERFUL Breakfast
NOTHING
Reviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocate is the best for walking to many downtown areas. The rooms are comfy and beautiful. The staff is amazingly friendly and welcoming. The cook to order breakfast is delicious. It is the best pre cruise stay.
Lot’s of stairs.
Reviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewQuaint, historic home. Staff was exceptional. Happy hour was fun and breakfast was delicious.
Reviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast
A bit hot due to being an old building but other than that it was a nice stay
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewEverything is so lovely! There is so much character within the mansion. Staff are wonderful, breakfast cooked to order. Loved it!
The ONLY downfall is something that cannot be controlled, the stairs as the only option. It wasn’t enough to hinder a future visit by any means but it can be difficult to carry luggage up flights of stairs.
Hi Brandi! Thanks for staying with us. Next time, feel free to leave your luggage downstairs and we will gladly stow it for you. We do that all the time! Safe travels, and we will see you again. Blessings, Rick-owner Mansion on 17th
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWe were in room #6. There was no view whatsoever and the room looked like it needed soom TLC. I dropped a ring and had to look under the table and bed, it was so dusty and dirty. The bathroom was decent. The service was great though. The staff was helpful and friendly.
The attic room was so small, cramped, no views and not very clean. The property itself was very nice. The dining room and veranda were really nice. The staff was great!
Hi! Thanks for staying with us. Both of the rooms on the top floor do not have much of a view and are priced lower than the suites on the second floor. Thank you for letting me that it was dusty under the bed. I did send our housekeeper up there after reading your review and had her redo the floor under the bed and table. I will make sure they stay on that. Safe travels! Rick-owner
Hi! Thanks for staying with us. Both of the rooms on the top floor do not have much of a view and are priced lower than the suites on the second floor. Thank you for letting me that it was dusty under the bed. I did send our housekeep… Show more
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation
Our room was on 3rd floor. Hot, had 2 fans but did little. Stayed before on 2nd floor no issue
Hi. thanks for staying with us again. i had a portable a/c system put in that room after reading your review. The 3rd floor does hav central a/c but we use the portable systems as well in the summer months. Safe travels and we will see you again! Blessings, Rick-owner
Hi. thanks for staying with us again. i had a portable a/c system put in that room after reading your review. The 3rd floor does hav central a/c but we use the portable systems as well in the summer months. Safe travels and… Show more
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe house history was very interesting. The invierte Aaron was very helpful, Rick the owner was friendly and helpful and delightful to talk to.
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Thank you for staying with us! I am glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to see you again! Blessings, Rick-owner
Reviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful location and the staff was great. Looking forward to staying there again.
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewI could not have dreamed up a more perfect place to enjoy Galveston. The mansion is gorgeous, down to the finest details. Breakfast was a delicious, intimate affair; there are only seven rooms, so the breakfast room has seven tables; I had the avocado toast and my husband had the Quiche Lorraine. Everything was divine, including the coffee. Cocktail hour was delightful, too; our hostess made cocktails to order and regaled us with Galveston history and recommendations for dinner. Our room had a peaceful, private balcony overlooking the neighborhood full of jaw-dropping Victorian homes. We were a short walk to the Strand with all its shopping and dining. It was an absolute oasis and I can't wait to go back!
Reviewed: 2 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewIt was a historical home.
Three fights of stairs
Reviewed: 2 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewAge decor friendly employees location
Reviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 30 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe hotel totally blew us away upon arrival. Steeped in history and a knowledgeable Concierge (Aaron) who can tell you it all. The rooms were magnificent, again steeped in history. Great comfortable bed and very clean room. Breakfast was amazing, cooked fresh when ordered from a menu. Location to the The Strand was within easy walking distance and a short car journey to the Port. Ideal place to stay if travelling around or pre/post Cruise. Staff were all super friendly. Loved the informal get together at 4pm with other guests. We were all from a number of different places. Would stay here again without a shadow of a doubt. Communication via WhatsApp/Booking.com before the stay was great too.
Nothing
Reviewed: 26 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful old home that was well decorated.
STAIRS! I was put on the 3rd floor and had to take my luggage up the stairs and back down again. There are stairs in front of the house and in the house. It’s an old house, but the 3rd floor with heavy luggage is not my idea of a nice stay.
Hi Cindy! Thanks for staying with us! I am sorry about the stairs, we are not allowed to have ramps or an elevator. I looked at your reservation and you did book the only room that was available. I would have happily moved you to a lower floor if we had any rooms available. I am glad you stayed with us and enjoyed the social hour. Next time you book, let me know and I will make sure you are on the first or second floor.
Hi Cindy! Thanks for staying with us! I am sorry about the stairs, we are not allowed to have ramps or an elevator. I looked at your reservation and you did book the only room that was available. I would have happily moved you to a lo… Show more
Reviewed: 25 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewA beautiful property recommended for anyone if you like a laid-back atmosphere you will love this place. Staff is wonderful and very informative about the history.
Couldn’t find anything I didn’t like
Thanks for staying with us Tammy! I am glad you had a good time. We will see you again!
Reviewed: 24 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGreat location and cool historic house with a good breakfast.
Yes, it is an old house, so some amenities are dated and/or lacking compared to a newer place.
Hi! Thanks for staying with us and I am glad you enjoyed your time with us! Yes, I wish we had an elevator sometimes as well. All part of owning a Historic property. Safe travels, we will see you again!