My husband and I had the most amazing time staying at Avenue O. We chose this bed and breakfast as…read moreour destination to get married. We wanted to do something special with just us and Avenue O was the perfect choice! Polly and Jeff were absolute pleasures to work with! This historic home was so charming and cozy. I loved how beautifully it was decorated with a coastal theme. I loved all the beachy touches from the artwork, light fixtures, colors, furniture, etc. Everything was so elegant. We stayed in the Seawall Suite which is the largest room. It has a nice balcony as well. It was also decorated beautifully like the rest of the house. It was very cozy and comfortable. We chose to get married in the backyard near the gazebo. It was perfect. It was just my husband and I, Polly, Jeff and Heidi of course. Heidi actually walked me to the gazebo as if she was walking me "down the aisle." It was adorable! She's the Yorkie in the photos. Our ceremony was quick and intimate. Jeff did an excellent job and made us feel at ease as if we were just hanging out with friends. Not only is Polly an amazing decorator, she is also a very talented cook. She even made us a wedding cake! It was very pretty and so delicious!! I believe she said it was an Amaretto buttercream with strawberry filling. It was sooooooooo amazing!! In the morning, she made us an incredible homemade breakfast! It started off with yogurt parfaits and fresh granola. Yum! Then there were mini pumpkin pancakes, fresh potatoes, bacon and scrambled eggs. The bacon was so yum. It tasted like a maple-peppered bacon but I'm not sure what it was. All I know is it was awesome! Our wedding package was so reasonably-priced. We didn't have to do anything except pay and show up. Polly took care of the rest. We just can't say enough about how wonderful our stay was. Polly is so great at taking care of people. She and Jeff were both fantastic hosts. If you're ever in Galveston, I would highly recommend staying with them instead of at a hotel. You won't regret it!!

What an amazing stay! Polly and Jeff are fantastic hosts that really love what they do and it shows…read morein the details. First, the food is divine. Polly hand crafts each of the breakfasts and pairs it with a coffee from a local roaster. Each of the meals starts with a fresh fruit dish that pops with flavor. For main courses, expect to be wowed and never bored as it will be different each morning you stay. Whether you are looking for tips on what to do in the area, looking for a quiet sabbatical, or somewhere to just get away for a weekend, Avenue O is a great place to relax and enjoy your stay. We'll be back for sure!

My wife and I spent Labor Day weekend 2023 at Carr Mansion and we had an amazing stay. We stayed in…read morethe Carriage House behind the main house, and we loved it. Joellyn, the owner, was very hospitable and routinely checked if we needed anything. She offered us drinks on our arrival. My wife liked some cookies that were available, and she provided a package of them for her later that night. Joellyn had breakfast catered by renowned Chef Mary Bass, and it was quite delicious. Delicious breakfast casserole and tamales. It was very close to the Strand and the Seawall, so everything we did was just a short drive. We will definitely be returning to try another room at the Mansion!

It was a lovely second stay. I was in the Merchant Room this time. However, upgrades need to be…read moremade - the towel holder fell off the wall, the fridge needed a deep clean as it was yuck, and one of the light bulbs was out above the bed! Host is kind and pleasant. She made good recommendations for dining and sightseeing, and provided muffins & orange juice for a light morning snack!

Everything as always was excellent and exceptional. We…read morehave stayed in every room except for one. So that will be the next stay. Renee and Robert are amazing hostesses and hosts. Breakfast is always on point and delicious. I'm a super picky eater and everything that has been fixed I have loved. Looking forward to our next stay!!!

TLDR: Hands down one of, if not THE best, stay I've had in Galveston. For the price and value, I…read morecan't think of anything that was more convenient, comfortable, or hospitable than the Coppersmith Inn B&B. Stay: Valentine's Weekend Overall: 9.1/10 Room: 8.8/10 Quaint historic property with a comfy bed, private balcony, old school bathtub , and wonderful accommodations by the hosts! My girlfriend and I were on keto and they customized a wonderfully delicious breakfast that we gobbled up. In addition, they have a small temperature controlled pool in the back to relax. Service: 9.2/10 Friendly, hospitable, and easy going. Such an awesome stay. Convenience: 9.2/10 Minutes away from the seawall, Pleasure Pier, and restaurants. Do it.

A Sunday - Monday stay…read more We celebrated Valentine's the first Sunday-Monday in March in hopes of having the Island to ourselves. Instead of staying at the big hotel on The Strand, we decided to try Schaefer Haus. With two homes to select from, we selected what is Room 2 in the main haus. It is beautiful and filled with antique furnishings. Tammy and the rest of the staff are lovely. Tammy filled us in on the Happy Hour and Breakfast details and showed us our room; what is listed as the Freiberg (and now known as the Laura or Room2.) The room is comfortable. The bathroom includes a claw foot tub with shower head. There are three rooms available on the second floor and two on the third. Okay, here we go. (Let me first say, we have every intention of staying here again.) We arrived early. When we were shown our room, Room 1 and 3 were being cleaned and unoccupied. I was delighted at the idea of having the Haus to ourselves. Within an hour, both rooms were filled, as well as the third floor. As sound travels, I quickly realized there were some flaws in privacy. For instance, there is a second door in the bathroom that is right by the toilet. If opened, it would be into the space at the top of the stairs on the second floor shared by the three rooms. There is a gap at the base of the door that you could pass a stack of two magazines under. On the opposite side of the toilet is the window that is used to gain access to the private balcony. Only a sheer black curtain provides coverage from the two houses across the street. After dark, I turned the bathroom lights off and used the romantic amount of light that comes in through that door I was speaking of earlier. The actual bathroom door in no way secures to the door frame. That said, it stayed closed anytime one of us was depending on privacy. Let's talk sound. Around 2AM, Room 1 or 3 decided it was time to listen to some soothing sounds of Trip-House at volume 11. Okay. This did not wake me, but it woke the husband. However, around 3AM, what sounded like a man and woman began screaming violently at one another. This did wake me with deep concern. Ten minutes later - all quiet. We found out after breakfast, the music was coming from Room 1. Lastly, security. There is a tiny knob on Room 2 that acts as a dead bolt. Lock it! At least twice during the night someone vigorously checked our room doorknob as if they were confused about which room was theirs. Monday morning, breakfast was delicious. While there were no mimosas (which are available on Saturday and Sunday,) the quiche was fantastic and the bacon crisp! Coffee, water, juice, and milk were also available. Schaefer Haus should definitely be on your list for a stay on The Strand!

This house is perfect for a weekend getaway and deserves more recognition. Tammy is an amazing host…read moreand the staff here is very accommodating to every guest's needs. Additionally, the rooms were very kept together and clean. I would recommend the Schaefer Haus to anyone looking for a historic home away from home on the island.

Very nice place and I eat here often. I have enjoyed each item I have eaten. I like the open…read morefeeling with lots of light. Waiters and waitresses have all been top notch. Owner is always present it seems and takes time to talk. Nice guy! Too hot now but look forward to using the outside seating this fall. Be sure to check out their bakery goods.

This is an amazing place. Very peaceful and large with all the comforts of home. We were here…read moreduring a long weekend in August 2019. The hosts are awesome and the furnishings first class. The location is perfect. A few blocks from the Strand, a few blocks to the beach. The second home on the property has recently been completely renovated. That is where we stayed. Not sure if they offered bed and breakfast in the large home. Very safe neighborhood. Perfect location. Awesome place for two couples to make home base for all the fun stuff to do on Galveston Island for a weekend or longer. This may sound like a small thing, but the air conditioning kept the home very comfortable during some pretty hot humid days. Exactly what you want when you return from a day seeing the sights.

It's truly unfortunate that it took the owner 3 years to attempt to make a statement, in regards to…read moreour experience. We still frequent Bolivar, and we live there part time. It seems like this owner has not changed. To jump to the defense and result to insults by calling me/my grandmother sad is no way to run a business. I stand by my review, and I would never recommend this place to anyway. This owner does not have any desire to correct any issue brought her way, and her immediate response is to kick someone out if they disagree or bring up a problem. Save your money! There's plenty of other great places to stay on the peninsula.

I stayed here last year and I had such a great time! The lady was so sweet and very helpful with…read morethe TV and WIFI and other things! We had a great time!!

Perfect location! Just a couple blocks from Pier Pleasure, the beach, chick fil a, Wendy's,…read moremurdochs, restaurants. The owner is fantastic and very informative on places to go each day! We will definitely book our next fam vacay here again!! Very hospitable and friendly! Super cute apartment with cable! Very very happy with our stay!!

Great location for a stay at Galveston. Beautiful rooms and super nice guys that run the place. If…read moreyou are upstairs Room 4 or 5 you will have to use the stairs to get to your room (just a heads up). The back of the house has a lounge area that is private and a great way to end the night with a glass of wine. You can't beat being a block away from the Pleasure Pier and quick jaunt to eating establishments.

There is such rich history in Galveston, and the Lasker Inn is in of those places. A beautoful old…read morehome from the late 1800s, its owners have kept the character wjth gorgeous antique throughout and the charm this place deserves. The owner met me at the front door and welcomes me in a genuine way. He walked me through the house and showed me all there was to see and do within. He then showed me my room, (of which was very large) and explained how to use the TV and control my air. This was above and beyond any experience I had received before. Outstanding service. The breakfast was served at 8:00 am and it was delicious. All home made and timely prepared. My favorite was the apple muffins. J likes it so much I had two. Beautiful residence, with southern charm, and spacious rooms.

My husband and I got married at The Lasker in 2020. Before we even finished our weekend, we had…read moredecided that we wanted to have our 5-year anniversary party in the same spot! When he says he'll care of everything, he absolutely means it... Richard is one of a kind! We brought 12 friends down to Galveston and rented the house for the entire weekend... Our crew was absolutely blown away by how much attention to detail was put into every aspect of their stay. Each of the rooms has such a distinct personality, and the charm of the old house is put on full display to shine through. Richard checked in with us a few times during the evening to make sure we had everything we needed. On Saturday morning, breakfast was served and WOW--Logan knows his way around the kitchen. Our friends were so impressed with the food and even requested the recipes of a few items. When we slipped out to enjoy the Strand for a few hours that afternoon, Richard and his team refreshed our rooms. We decided to host a dinner with more guests Saturday evening to celebrate 5 years, and that went off without a hitch. Cocktail hour with the famous Lasker charcuterie board was enjoyed by all, and the barbecue spread for our main course was absolutely delicious! As an added treat, Richard had a miniature version of our original wedding cake for guests to enjoy. It was a hit! Sunday morning breakfast was just as delicious as Saturday's... Logan's famous hangover hash was gobbled up, and the yogurt parfaits hit the spot. We can't say enough about how much we love The Lasker, Richard, and his entire team... Their goal is to make every stay memorable, no matter the occasion, and they flawlessly execute every time.