The Mansion on 17th

3.5 star property

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Premium Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony | Balcony
Room amenity
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Front of property
Lounge

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 150.00 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 150.00 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 440.00 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 200.00 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 550.00 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 625 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 150.00 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Mansion on 17th

3.5-star B&B in East End
This smoke-free bed & breakfast features a bar/lounge, coffee/tea in a common area, and a TV in a common area. Free self-serve breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception.
The Mansion on 17th offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning as well as a complimentary manager's reception. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This Galveston bed & breakfast also offers a terrace, coffee/tea in a common area, and a communal living room. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

The Mansion on 17th is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served each morning between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 (30 inches high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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 available
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

The Mansion on 17th Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 563 out of 671 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 671 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 671 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 671 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 671 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed every minute we stayed there. The staff were amazing! Stephanie and Aaron were the best!! Loved how they care for the people and made our stay unforgettable. These is for sure our place to stay while in Galveston. Thank you Jeff for having a top notch place, we are in love with it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

AMAZING PLACE

I was going on a solo cruise and when I saw this beautiful property I booked it. I can't say enough about how wonderful my stay was, the woman there are so nice and a big thank you to Stephanie for all her help and being so sweet & friendly. Erin was so knowledgeable about the area, he gives a tour in the nicest car. The breakfast was made fresh and the pressed coffee was delicious. I would recommend this place to everyone and when I go back to Galveston would love to stay here again.
Great drink menu
Loved the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was spectacular!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breatvplace friendly folks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A stay in a lovely pre 1900 mansion. The epitome of southern hospitality, host extremely congenial and helpful-going out of their way to ensure comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Will come back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay with AWESOME staff and food!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janalynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem

Great location cant wait to come back! This location was a hidden gem nestled in a beautiful, quiet neighborhood. We were delayed getting there and they were kind enough to check on us and give us detailed checkin instructions with a picture. The room was comfortable and had a claw foot tub😍 Although we were unable to partake in breakfast(last minute errand) we enjoy the most delicious French press coffee and the food looked and smelled heavenly!! All of the staff were beyond courteous and kind. We will absolutely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a cute place and close to the port and downtown. The staff was marvelous and attended to every need we had. I will warn you there is no elevator and there are three floors and schlepping or luggage down three floors was not the greatest fun. Overall I would stay here again. They were friendly. We were able to get a ride over to the port and the breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Beautiful historic property in historic Galveston
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing!

The hotel was amazing and a beautiful place to stay. Very quiet and comfortable. The owners are wonderful and very hospitable!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous house with beautiful rooms. Delicious cocktails and wonderful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Galveston pre-cruise trip

I had the smallest room and it was perfect for me. There’s enough modern conveniences while maintaining the historical charm. The location is good for exploring. I would recommend this place as long as stairs are not a problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merrina Lin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great, breakfast excellent. We were on top floor (3rd) no elevator so if you have problems walking upstairs i suggest you ask for a 1st floor suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love everything about the Mansion!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best B&B’s!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend! Everything from checkin to happy hour and lovely breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025