I love it up here! Even if the bar isn't open, they'll have a server taking orders or you can get a…read moredrink yourself from the lobby bar and bring it up with you. It's so peaceful, especially in the evening hours. I recently did a morning Pilates class here that was wonderful, and have also attended dog "yappy hours" / adoption events. Always be on the lookout for their awesome special events!

The views from the rooftop are amazing. The beach is right there in your line of vision…read more You can have cocktails, mocktails, coffee, tea, food, etc. on the rooftop. Service is as wonderful as it is throughout the hotel. Everyone is treated with so much kindness,it's as though the employees really love the work they do. Comfortable and stylish seating throughout the lovely rooftop setting.

Natalie and Savanna on June 13 were the experience from the second we sat down at the bar. I…read morestarted off as high maintenance and Natalie rolled with it! And by the end of our lunch, there was enough salty and sweet for all around including those who wanted in on the fun. We loved them and would request them again in a heartbeat! The food was amazing also!

What an amazing spot for an outing, can't believe I never knew about this place all this while!…read moreWhat a discovery! A beautiful waterfront restaurant with such a relaxing vibe. We absolutely loved the outdoor dining area, and the rocking booths were such a unique touch, it genuinely gave that fun boat-like feeling! Coming to the food, every dish we tried was delicious. The artichoke dip with pita was excellent (so glad it came with pita instead of tortilla chips!), and the texture of the dip was just perfect. The Diablo oysters were superb, and the grilled snapper with jumbo shrimp was such a hearty, satisfying dish. The only thing that felt a bit underwhelming was my virgin daiquiri, especially with the whipped cream topping, which didn't quite work for me. But, everything else was just amazing! We also took a lovely walk by the bay afterward, and their tiki bar for private events looked absolutely gorgeous. What a hidden gem!!

Every dish is beautifully presented, and I love that many of the plates are served with roasted…read moregarlic and rosemary. It not only looks elegant but adds incredible flavor. The service has always been friendly and attentive, making each visit enjoyable. My only complaint is the noise level. When the restaurant is busy, the sound echoes throughout the dining room, making it difficult to relax and have a conversation. The prices are definitely on the higher side, but considering how consistently busy they are, it's clear many people feel it's worth it. I'd say it's because it lacks competition. Overall, it's still one of my favorite places to eat in Galveston, and I always look forward to coming back.

We went for our anniversary dinner and had a great experience. The popovers they bring to the table…read moreare delicious. We started with oysters Rockefeller, which was our first experience with oysters. My husband had the New York strip & I had the scallops appetizer. The strip was good, but not the best we've ever had. The scallops were absolutely delicious. The service was very good & they brought us homemade gelato for our anniversary. We also had the great pudding, which was fantastic. The only drawbacks was the ambience, it was quite loud & we were hoping for a more intimate setting. There were people coming through the dining room all night from their outdoor restaurant to use the restroom. That was a little disappointing. Overall a great experience!

I came with a friend for a girls' weekend from Friday to Sunday. I had stayed here before, but…read moredidn't get to spend much time enjoying the hotel itself so this trip was a completely different experience. This property is a remodeled motel that has been transformed into a really charming boutique hotel. They did an incredible job with the design and atmosphere. It feels trendy, relaxed, and unlike anywhere else in Galveston in my opinion. We arrived Friday night and had an amazing dinner at The Fancy. On Saturday, we spent the entire day at the pool enjoying drinks and appetizers, and on Sunday morning we grabbed breakfast tacos at the bar before heading back to Houston. From the moment we arrived, we received such a warm welcome from the staff. Everyone was friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Any questions we had or small issues that came up were answered and resolved right away which made the whole experience feel effortless! The service throughout our stay was great and the food and drinks were just as good. One thing we couldn't stop talking about was how comfortable the pillows were. We slept amazinggggg! We were in bed pretty early each night but we were woken up both nights by noise from neighboring rooms. It sounded like people coming in late and moving around. You can definitely hear doors opening and closing, cabinets shutting, and general hallway noise, etc. It wasn't a huge deal for me since I can usually fall back asleep easily but it's something worth mentioning for lighter sleepers. We stayed in a double queen balcony room which was spotless and had plenty of space for both of us. The balcony itself was a little awkward because it overlooks the pool area and since its a small hotel it felt like you were practically hanging out with everyone at the pool when you stepped outside. Next time I probably wouldn't pay extra for the balcony. The pool was clean, the atmosphere was great, and they played fun music all day. The only downside was drink service. Most of the time we had to go inside to order drinks ourselves. Someone did come take our order poolside once but it wasn't consistent. There was live music on the rooftop both Friday and Saturday night which was such a nice touch, especially around sunset. Parking was a little tricky because the hotel was busy when we arrived for the live music but we got lucky with a spot close by. The guy who checked us in let me know he would go out there and help me find a spot if I was not able to find one so although we didnt end up needing him, it was cool of him to offer. Overall, this hotel is so hip, cute, and unique. It honestly feels like you're not even in Texas. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a fun and stylish place to stay in Galveston.

There were parts of the experience of staying here that were so absurdly bad that I'm tempted to…read moregive one star, but they are fixable so I will give three in the hopes that the owners go about resolving the issues. Positives first: 1. Great location, right across from the beach 2. Aesthetic lobby, gorgeous decor 3. Charming pool, well maintained 4. Helpful staff, very kind 5. Complimentary beach club chairs and umbrellas - really a dynamic differentiator! 6. AMAZING rooftop bar with ocean view and incredible live music - truly the savior of stars for this review.... Now onto the negatives: 1. The entire lobby smells very strongly of dog pee. To the point where I walked in and went "woof! is there a dog in here?". Sure enough, there is an adorable old man doggy (that perhaps belongs to the owner?) that resides in the lobby. Really a fun idea IF he is let out to urinate!! Unfortunately there was yellow dog pee stains under the stairs, and the scent was unmistakable. Immediately turned me off on first impression. 2. A number of the provided bath towels were threadbare and stained. Again, an easy to solve issue, so baffling that towels that are thin and fraying at the edges and streaked are still in the laundry rotation. 3. SMOKE ALARM BATTERY WENT OFF AT 4AM. Luckily front desk staff was extremely responsive and resolved the issue in ten minutes. I asked why the hotel didn't change batteries a month before expiration date like most hotels do to avoid the battery dying in the middle of a guests stay, and was informed it must not be something the new owners were aware of. 4. The A.C. units can not keep up with the Texas heat / coastal humidity. The room temp, per the unit, did not go below 80*F all weekend despite being set to 70. To be fair, it felt more like 76*F, but that's still fairly warm to sleep in my opinion! Asked staff about it, and was told "yeah, we always have AC issues, the new units can't keep up..." so something they're aware of. 5. Parking lot is not enforced. That means anyone can use the Lucine parking lot for beach access, and actual hotel guests are simply out of luck for parking. It may say "towing enforced" but excited beachgoers and front desk alike informed us they don't actually check it. It was a bit obnoxious circling forever to find parking when the hotel allegedly provides it. But not the end of the world! Again, the above items would warrant a one star review if the pool, rooftop bar, complimentary beach club chairs and umbrella, and kind staff weren't in consideration. I think these issues are FIXABLE!! And encourage owners to hop to it. But at present, the overall experience gives the vibe of a new owner with restaurant/bar experience who has taken on a vanity project with no idea how to actually run a hotel re: guest experience.

Two words....Brunch Buffet! Came here on Sunday to try their buffet options and they had a lot to…read morechoose from. Valet is not complimentary, just fyi. We entered and I was amazed by the interior. It's full of color and eclectic designs. We preceded to the hostess and were escorted through the buffet area, as they explained the layout...down the hall, past the desserts, and around the corner to the seating area. It's a banquet style room lined with chandeliers and a view of the water. There is so much to choose from: Cold Bar: snow crab, shrimp, oysters, smoked salmon/trout Salad Area: charcuterie, marinated veggies and fresh salads Hot stations: Omelettes, chicken & waffles, Shrimp and grits, Prime ribs Hot Bar: Hash, rice, seafood ravioli, eggs Benedict, bacon, sausage, potatoes au gratin, baked redfish fresh pastries & jam Dessert: fresh cakes, cobblers, bread pudding, tarts and cheese cake Staff was attentive and efficient. The only thing I didn't appreciate was, by the time I was ready for dessert, nothing was left. If I'm spending $90/pp, I want the full experience, so that was disappointing . They should let the guests know before they start putting things away, as it was our first visit and we had no idea there is a time limit for the offerings. All in all, it was a good find. Enter freely, they've been approved.

Stayed at the hotel 3 nights so we took advantage of the bar and restaurant. Bar has a nice…read moreselection of drink offers and bites. We had a smoked old fashioned and dirty martini. Husband was bummed they didn't have Makers and they never got any the entire time we were there. Nevertheless, all was fine. The BBQ shrimp with bread was wonderful along with crab cakes. Loved how the men wore black pants, white shirt and red vest. I'll go ahead and speak about the restaurant here. Our server was Jenny. Sweet girl. We chose a few drinks on their menu and shared the gumbo. We also shared the special which was blackened snapper Pontichtrain with shrimp over some rice and veggies. So good. The key lime pie was amazing. I wish we tried other items but these were great.

This was a lovely dining experience from start to finish. The restaurant was decorated so nicely…read morefor the holidays, and everyone in our party (ages 1-61) was treated so well by the staff. The food was cooked perfectly from the steaks to the seafood. I enjoyed a red snapper Wellington which I've never seen on a menu before anywhere. So unique and delicious. The bread pudding for dessert was flavorful as well. We'd definitely return!

Very upscale restaurant. The food was amazing and the waitstaff was awesome. They treated us…read moregreat! We celebrated hubbys birthday and Thanksgiving. Had a great turkey dinner. Will definitely have to return.

Enjoyed having a night cap here and looking out into the Galveston night sky. Comfortable patio…read moreseating to relax and enjoy the outdoor vibes. I had an old fashion with Makers Mark and it was made well. Came here around 9pm and was able to get seated outside because a party had just left but I would highly recommend trying to get a reservation to ensure you get to sit outside. Service was great as well.

I had been highly anticipating the reopening of the rooftop bar for several years, but was…read moreunderwhelmed. You'll need to make a reservation to sit pretty much anywhere but the bar, as the outside tables get booked. Still a nice vibe and view, although overpriced. I do not mind paying a premium for the ambiance, but the charcuterie board was pretty disappointing at $30. Drinks, however, were decent.

We visited on a Friday evening before a show at The Grand. It was lively, packed with well to do…read moreseniors who were having a great time! It was very loud, making it difficult to even converse with those at our table. We had the muscle appetizer which was very good, followed by the braised beef special. The beef was good but I prefer it on the bone in a more stewed fashion. This looked almost like beef brisket and was a tad dry. The mashpotatoes and asparagus were very good. My friend had a very large crab cake. It had a nice large pieces of white crab meat that also had quite a bit of "stuffing." Others at the table had shrimp plates that looked amazing. They also had a happy hour which made drinks very reasonable. I would go back for sure. I would go back for sure.

Would be much higher if not for poor service. Food was great. We had reservations but opted to sit…read moreat the bar, as it was wide open. For whatever reason the bartender, Sean, wasn't happy to see us. He asked us if we didn't like our table. Which I thought was weird to ask. Anyhow we did two appetizers once we were able to get Seans attention to order- Mussels and the Crab cake. Both were excellent. We had planned on ordering entrees but Sean never once checked back with us. So, we flagged him down (from 5 feet away) and asked for the tab. So, instead of getting tipped on $150 tab, he got tipped on a $65 tab. My wife and I are both service industry veterans and walk in expecting to drop at least a 25% tip. Sean earned a 15% tip. He cost himself and his employer money. Bartenders should be engaged and as social as they can be. We were the only people seated at the bar and the restaurant was quiet. No reason we should have been ignored.