520 20th St., Galveston, TX 77550, United States
#7 of 65 hotels in Galveston
Guests' ChoiceBased on 41 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.0
Staff
8.9
Value for money
9.2
Free Wifi
10.0
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Reviewed: July 19, 2025
Yvonne
United StatesNothing
Great location, perfect for girl’s weekend!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 24, 2025
Chelsey
United StatesGreat location! Cute and clean room! We come to Galveston a few times each year. THE oleander had always been on my list to try, but it just hadn’t worked out until now. I’m so glad we stayed here! It will be the first place I look to book for future trips to the island!
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: December 17, 2024
Kathy
United StatesThe air conditioner unit made a noise all night
It was cute and quaint and close to the port
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: October 19, 2024
Dianna
United StatesThe shower was extremely slow draining. There. Was about two inches of water accumulated on the shower floor while I was in there.
It was decorated and maintained in a clean, upbeat manner.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 8, 2024
April
United StatesQuiet yet close to many places to visit on foot.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 4, 2024
Robin
United StatesOur bed was a little stiff but nothing to really complain about.
Beautiful room and very spacious
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: July 4, 2023
Amanda
United StatesWe loved everything. It was nice, clean and quiet. We will stay here again.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 7, 2023
Patricia
United StatesNothing
Such a cute clean room. Owners put alot of love into this place.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: April 25, 2023
Camilla
United StatesGranola bar or similar for breakfast. Shaded area on the porch,
I don't care for pastry. Emily was great at answering questions. We arrived in Galveston way to early due to Southwest schedule. We had to get up at 330AM for a 415a pickup. A sail over a portion of the porch to give some shade would be helpful for those needing to wait. Attention to detail including bath products and linens was lovely .Location was good and I made a dinner reservation nearby at Saltwater Grill, Uber to our ship was good. Also used Rock the Ride , a Galveston company,, for transportation from Hobby and the cruise ship.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: March 13, 2023
Chana
United StatesIt would be lovely to have a pool or hot tub. Other than that, it was perfect!
this is such a charming property! The boutique experience is so unique and this little gem did not disappoint! We loved our room and the location.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 11, 2023
Donna
United StatesAside that the Oleander is in a great location, it was a comfortable place to stay. Communication with the owners was great and check in easy. The room was spotlessly clean and comfortable. Great bathroom and shower! Will stay again!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: February 6, 2023
April
United Stateslove the details! very well put together/ beautiful finishes and fun spaces
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: January 30, 2023
Kelly
United StatesI thought the wallpaper was a little strange. but going with the theme and area that this is built around seems fitting of the time.
I liked the cuteness of it. the eclectic style. The room set up was super cute and I loved that there was a walk in shower with regular size products. The key in the lockbox with code awesome idea!!!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: January 16, 2023
Jennifer
United Statesabsolutely adorable room close to the strand
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: December 4, 2022
Jennifer
United StatesA little noisy and would like to have had a blackout curtain for the window, only for blocking the light outside, but LOVE the shade.
The rooms and decor are very nice.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: September 12, 2022
Rickey
United StatesNA
When I called the contact number I got an answer and help with my questions
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: January 29, 2025
Nancy
United StatesNo information upon arrival as to coffee, water, how to work tv etc. Room had one window facing the street. Motion light went on and off all night. Couldn't open blind during day due to street
Location excellent for walki g thee historic district.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: November 27, 2024
Maryla
United StatesOleander hotel is a budget facility that looks better from the outside. No lobby and check in was a bit confusing since there are No numbers on key boxes in the hallway. There are 8 velvet pillows on the bed! Why? No coffee table Big stand alone mirror placed where night stand should and need to be. AC too loud, had to keep it off all night. Fan in the bathroom very loud Cheep microfiber sheets that are very thin and look unwashed Mold in the bathroom ceiling
Location, good WiFi and plenty of hot water
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Gary
United StatesPrimary issue was the mold smell.
Air temp inside room was good. Location of hotel was good. Several other points were bad or terrible.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: May 5, 2023
Tommy
United StatesVery loud hallway’s, the automatic door lock on the front door is super loud, the building is concrete cinderblocks so sound is amplified.
Clean rooms
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: February 12, 2023
Anonymous
United Stateswe are not very tech savvy, so checking in was stressful till we figured it out
close to downtown restaurants
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: September 21, 2023
Anonymous
United StatesIt wasn’t what I had anticipated, for my wife’s birthday stay given them price point.
Property was clean and had all amenities we required. It was also located in a decent location not to far from many of the cities attractions though current road construction posed an issue.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: June 23, 2025
Jeremy
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: April 28, 2025
Ronda
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2025
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