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Harbor House: Traveler Reviews

2.5 of 5
Pier 21, Galveston, Galveston Island, TX 77550
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Leicester, England
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20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“Great Views”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 3, 2012

Excellent location at Pier 21 with great harbour views from our room. Good choice of restaurants in walking distance and plenty of interesting locations in the "Strand" historic area close by.
No complaints and would happily visit again.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Forney
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Nice rooms, great location.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 28, 2012

Would definitely stay here again. Great location for strand shopping. Parking a little crowded but okay. Hotel staff very friendly and helpful. Good restaurants within walking distance. Nice area to sit outside and view harbor.

  • Stayed October 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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WyndhamGalveston, Guest Relations Manager at Harbor House, responded to this review
October 29, 2012
Dear Guest,
Thanks for the positive feedback. We look forward to your next visit.
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Malakoff, Texas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Dirty! Disorganized! Messy!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed September 25, 2012

For the price this should have been better. The upholstery on sofa was too dirty to sit on. The pillow shams looked as if they had never been washed. Black hand prints on all door facings. Microwave door handle to nasty to touch. Long black hair on bathroom floor 2 days in a row.Front lobby was messy with old newspapers,flyers etc.I've paid $8.00 USD in SE Asia,India,Nepal for better places than this.Beware if you are driving parking is $10.00 USD per night on top of room rate. The sheets appeared to be clean and mattress was comfortable.The carpet dirty and had holes in it. Was this just the end of long hard summer season? I don't know but I won't be back to find out.

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  • Stayed September 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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WyndhamGalveston, Guest Relations Manager at Harbor House, responded to this review
October 3, 2012
Dear Guest,
I am sorry your experience was not what it should have been. We take cleanliness very seriously and apologize your room did not meet our normally high standards. Please give us another try when you return to the area.
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“Stay here for the location and clean room, but don't expect much for breakfast.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 23, 2012 via mobile

I stayed for 2 nights. Wanted a hotel overlooking the harbor so this is perfect for that. Saw ships docked and going in/out of harbor. Several good seafood restaurants nearby. The "Strand" historic/shopping area very near too. Parking is in private lot, but costs $10 per night. Room clean and well stocked w/towels, shampoo, etc. No extra amenities - pool, exercise room, etc. These services avail. at partner hotels in town, however.Breakfast is pretty basic "continental breakfast". Seems a little sparse for the rate paid. If you like to eat "healthy", plan on bringing your own. Coffee was pretty good. The "jet boat" ride - next to hotel was great fun.

  • Stayed September 2012
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Houston, Texas
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“Great Location but Watch The Prices”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 18, 2012

We have stayed at The Harbor House on a few occasions as well as had friends stay there while visiting us at our Galveston home. The hotel has a great location...its 2 blocks from The Strand and positioned along restaurant row along the Harborside. The lobby is all but nonexistant and only has a small one person check in desk. This creates a problem during peak checkin/out times.
The hotel only has appx 40 rooms so they book up fast. The room are good size and comfortable. It has no pool or its own restaurant. Thats not an issue because you are surrounded by many nice places to eat including one thats in the same building. The hotel is sister properties with The Tremont and The Galvez, so you are welcome to use the pool and spa at the Galvez.
The main set back to this hotel is the price...sure you can get some off day rates at less than $100.00 but more often than not the price is the same as The Tremont...let me tell you The Tremont this place is not...

  • Stayed June 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about Harbor House

Also Known As:
Harbor House Hotel Galveston
Harbor House Hotel
Harbor Hotel Galveston
Address: Pier 21, Galveston, Galveston Island, TX 77550
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Region: United States > Texas > Texas Gulf Coast > Galveston Island > Galveston
Amenities:
Free Breakfast
Hotel Style:
#4 Romantic Hotels in Galveston
#7 Family Hotels in Galveston
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Harbor House Hotel resides in Galveston Wharf overlooking Galveston Bay. The Harbor House amenities feature spacious guest rooms with scenic harbor views, free Wi-Fi Internet access as well as complimentary breakfast. All Guest rooms are designed to reflect a relaxed ambiance, embellished with nautical-style furnishings and wooden floors. Enjoy nearby attractions, such as the Texas Seaport Museum, The Tall Ship Elissa, and The Great Storm Theater. ... more   less 
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