Harbor House

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 31 Jul 2011 rated 10 out of 10.

Absolutely fun! Excellent location, has pool privileges at Hotel Galvez. recommend highly. Can walk historic strand within minutes.

Positives: Absolutely loved Linda, staff member. loved the Hotel/location/design.

Negatives: Did not like the humidity in room /did not like paying for parking..

Reviewer: Not provided on Fri 17 Jun 2011 rated 10 out of 10.

With a unique historical twist, the Harbor House Hotel is a converted ship warehouse right on the harbor's edge. The subtle nautical theme can be seen all around the hotel. It's located right on Pier 21, close to unique shops, museums, etc. We loved watching the huge ships come and go mere yards away! We would definitely return.

Positives: Great staff! Neat "nautical" themed room.

Negatives: Hotel charged $10 parking fee every night.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sat 18 Sep 2010 rated 8 out of 10.

Nice hotel. Good for business travel. Location is great, but hotel is not set up for more than just a nice place to stay.

Positives: Location on the water and walking distance to downtown.

Negatives: Internet was not available while I was there.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 28 Jun 2010 rated 10 out of 10.

We had a wonderful stay at Harbor House. It was very relaxing and peaceful.

Positives: The rooms were large and beautiful.

Negatives: There was no pool.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 18 May 2009 rated 7 out of 10.

Stars should have been updated to reflect condition of hotel. Not their fault but rates should have been adjusted accordingly.

Positives: Harbor view.

Negatives: Elevator hadn't worked for 7 months, since hurricane like in sept 2008

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 23 Mar 2009 rated 10 out of 10.

Harbor House is a charming find! Located on the edge of the historic downtown Strand district, you are removed from the bustle of the beach-going tourists, but are only moments away from the beach yourself. This may be Galveston's best kept secret!

Positives: Harbor House has palatial rooms, great location, and lots of character.

Negatives: At my travel time, the hotel was under a remodel or reconstruction.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 18 Sep 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Loved the location on the shipping channel, watching the ships come in and out, and watching the aquatic life with the kids from the hotel window. Hotel is adjacent to several nautical tours/attractions and several great restaurants. All rooms have a scenic view (if you like marina life). Staff was very accommodating to our needs. Public spaces were in the middle of a renovation project. We would enjoy going back to see the results.

Positives: Nautical atmosphere.

Negatives: Under construction.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 04 Sep 2008 rated 10 out of 10.

We liked the hotel a lot. The rooms were clean. Staff was helpful.

Positives: Room was unique.

Negatives: Nothing.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 02 Sep 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Harbor House was a pleasant location away from the crowded area of the Galveston Seawall. The harbor was simple beautiful. Upgrades were being made that would have enhanced the experience more, but weren't finished. Rooms were pleasant with a great view of the harbor. Would definitely stay again.

Positives: It was very pleasant, away from the hustle of the Seawall. Loved the location.

Negatives: No restaurant or bar or amenities.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 01 Sep 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Great location on the waterfront within walking distance of the cruise ship terminal and the Strand District in Galveston. Joe's Crab Shack and the Wharf are good dining options nearby. Also, there are museums nearby that are good.

Positives: Rooms were roomy and nicer than I expected.

Negatives: No pool and lobby area is too small for a lot of people.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 28 Aug 2008 rated 8 out of 10.

Our room was large and decorated well. The air-conditioning worked very well. The room was clean and neat. The patio area was under construction so there was nowhere to sit and watch the harbor. When it is completed it would be a great place to relax in the evening. There was a grassy area with benches but had a ship parked in front of it -so the view was limited.

Positives: Very clean, upscale, nice view from window.

Negatives: Patio area under construction-nowhere to sit to watch the harbor.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 28 Aug 2008 rated 3 out of 10.

This is a good hotel for the price if your not interested in spending much time there. Rooms are clean and spacious. Lacks hotel amenities like a pool or easy luggage transportation. Not located on the best side of town. But still good for the price.

Positives: Rooms were recently renovated.

Negatives: View of the bay.

Reviewer: Not provided on Thu 28 Aug 2008 rated 10 out of 10.

Very nice hotel, great location, large rooms, unbeatable price.

Positives: Location and price.

Negatives: Mosquitoes were bad, should have sprayed grounds.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 26 Aug 2008 rated 8 out of 10.

Great location and friendly staff. Rooms were nice size and clean. It was different which was nice and right there on the marina. I would recommend this hotel.

Positives: Great location. Quiet, close to restaurants, beach, The Strand.

Negatives: Still being renovated, but I will probably be really nice once finished.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 26 Aug 2008 rated 10 out of 10.

I feel that the hotel is a great place to stay. I stayed there in 1999 and the hotel is still as clean and nice as it was at that time. I would recommend you and the hotel to anyone.

Positives: Very nice and location was great.

Negatives: Could not find anything that I did not like.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sat 23 Aug 2008 rated 4 out of 10.

I was unable to get any towels because all the house keeping staff goes home when rooms are clean. The only staff was a very pregnant women at the desk who seem to be the only person working at the hotel.

Positives: Room clean.

Negatives: Construction on going with little hotel staff to help with problems.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 19 Aug 2008 rated 8 out of 10.

It was a very pleasant experience.

Positives: It was nice.

Negatives: It was under major renovations.

Reviewer: Not provided on Mon 18 Aug 2008 rated 8 out of 10.

We really enjoyed our stay here. Beautiful hotel on the back (quiet) side of the island, but close to restaurants and plenty to do within walking distance.

Positives: Loved the nautical theme and area, great location.

Negatives: Mattresses somewhat uncomfortable.

Reviewer: Not provided on Sun 17 Aug 2008 rated 4 out of 10.

The room was nice. The staff was friendly. The short time we were there was boring. I guess I would have to say over all it wasn't a very pleasant experience for myself. I think next time I will stay somewhere else.

Positives: I liked the room it was nice but a little small.

Negatives: I didn't like the fact that there were renovations going on they could have let us know before hand.

Reviewer: Not provided on Fri 15 Aug 2008 rated 8 out of 10.

This was a great room. Construction going on was a bit inconvenient. Very clean and quiet.

Positives: Nice big lofty room with great view.

Negatives: Bathroom/dressing area cramped and awkward.

Reviewer: Not provided on Tue 12 Aug 2008 rated 9 out of 10.

Other than the construction we had a good time, the room was very spacious and the view was really nice. We will definitely return.

Positives: I enjoyed the view and the location.

Negatives: They were under construction.