Best way to go! If you are looking for a getaway, seclusion, relaxation,.... BOOK the private…read morevillas! You have a personal contact person that makes sure you have the absolute amazing experience! From detailed questions on your preferences to private parking, private pool, and the team of 4 that takes care of you, which goes above & beyond anything you could imagine! Sarah, Ivan, Victoria, and McKenzie took care of every single request.... from reservations for dinner to another tin of chocolate dipped Oreos. We are looking forward to our 3rd trip to The Villa's at The San Luis in Galveston, Texas Tillman Fertitta, truly was on point with this resort!

We thought this hotel was going to be great but from the start we had issues. We booked a room on…read morethe Penthouse floor and the room was outdated and mediocre at best. I have stayed in nicer hotels in Mexico. Also, when we tried getting someone to wait on us at the pool and the Blake Restaurant, they basically ignored us until we said something. Also, the food was mediocre at best as well. It had no flavor. Also, we were told that the Steakhouse was closed on Sundays by two different employees. Come to find out, it was not closed after all. They need to get all of their employees on the same page. Also, we were never greeted when we arrived as well as when we left. We won't be staying here again. Since we paid alot for a two night stay, the hotel should have been excellent.

**This review is based solely on the restaurant/bar area.**…read more I'm a longtime Hilton Honors guy, but I only came here a couple times for lunch. I love nooks and crannies, and the bar/restaurant area is full of them. The food menu here is diverse; so is the drink menu. My only issue with the drinks is that they have only one IPA available. Still, I'm a repeat customer.

We had a very comfortable stay at this resort hotel, and our room was ready when we arrived (early…read morecheck-in). The Gulf views from here are amazing. Our room was on the top floor where the Seagull Rooms are located. It appears to be newly renovated. It was clean & comfy. The shower pressure was perfect, and the AC worked very well. It's located in the San Luis Resort with many attractions & restaurants nearby. The beach and breakwater viewpoint is across the street from the hotel. There was a Sugar Plum Market in the hotel on the day that we checked out. Wish I could have spent some time looking at all the Christmas goodies. There are just a few things that were less than ideal. The buffet breakfast was pretty basic, however they do serve Starbucks coffee. The coffee was good! I have to say that Marriott wins in the breakfast department over Hilton. The port shuttle is not complimentary. We could have used Uber instead of the shuttle. They do have a Park, Stay, & Go hotel offer for those with cars. Perhaps that's a better deal, but I'm pretty sure that the fees are added to the rate. I was impressed that they had a handheld steamer in the closet. We didn't get to use it, but it's a nice thing to have. I would have traded it for a pair of disposable slippers. It's the little conveniences that make me the happiest. It was cool to see the offshore oil drilling rigs glowing out in the distance at nighttime. I had never seen that before. On a clear day, you can barely see them out there. I really enjoyed the Gulf view from our room. Walking along the seawall at sunset was the best part. Would I stay here again? Yes, with a few minor adjustments. We would probably have breakfast at the IHOP next time. Other than what was mentioned earlier, it was all good.

Best place to stay Great views…read moreWonderful condo The beauty of the grounds are amazing Umbrella and chair services are amazing

Beautiful condo with awesome views directly on beach and Gulf, no busy street to cross. Friendly…read morestaff and checkin was simple. Prices were reasonable in October. The only real downer was no washer/dryer in the unit, but they advertised a laundry facility in the building; however, when we asked where it was located, we were told that it was for condo owners only.

This is our second stay at Diamond Beach. We've stayed in 2 different units, and both have been…read moreextremely nice. Comfy furniture, large bathrooms, and roomy spaces. The balconies are gorgeous--the higher floor this time has a better view above the palm trees. Both times we've been here have been in January, so we haven't been able to use the outdoor pools or the lazy river. The indoor pool is large! There's a great game room, a movie theater, and a gym on the property. Everything is access-controlled, so you feel safe. Getting to the beach is about a 5-minute walk. This is a beautiful place! We booked through Ryson Vacation Rentals both times. Great communication, easy check-in and check-out process.

We stayed at the Diamond Beach Resort in Galveston for a long weekend. It is a fantastic resort…read morewith many amenities. Greg, the Director of Operations is the ultimate professional. He sincerely cares about his residents and renters and is willing to go above and beyond to accommodate everyone's needs. Specifically, we stayed in Diamond Beach unit 218. Great condo. Clean. Well equipped. Lovely. Pretty. Good location. Beautiful. It was a terrific unit at the end with an awesome balcony and great views. We booked through Sand n Sea. Great company. We booked with Jolene. She was terrific. We loved working with her. She was fantastic. Will book with her again AND will recommend her to friends and family! Very nice and professional! A very good company! Overall, we had a wonderful family getaway and will be back for sure!!

Great experience, helped with my tension headaches for sure , Evryone was great. I recommend this…read moreplace .

Hung out here on Saturday and there's been much improvement in the service, hence the star upgrade…read more I think we had about three different cocktail waitresses serve us during our stay - which lasted well past sunset. They were all speedy and friendly, helpful when it came to selecting cocktails and food. Chocolate martinis are still delicious, as are the fruity frou-frou drinks - but not that strong. And each time I got bubbly or a mimosa, it was warm. I still drank it, but meh. Drinks are still more than you'd want to pay for a not-so-stiff drink, but what hotel bar isn't pricey? I spent probs more than $100 just on myself, so I rec just buying a bottle. You have to have a wristband to access the pool and get towel service; not sure how to get a band if you're not staying at the hotel. I guess you could always rent a cabana. Which are pretty pimp. Flat screen TV, couches, fresh fruit, bottled water and of course, poolside view and VIP service. Cabanas sell out fast, so book early (weeks ahead, not days) if you're gonna drop in on a weekend. The crowd here is an even mix of families, hotties and regular Joes, which I like. I did, however, notice a lot of hot moms with their kiddos. Great idea for those moms looking for a quick getaway that can entertain both adults and youngsters. Potties: Please use them. Don't go in the pool. As added persuasion, the restroom inside the main lobby has a tub of fragrant salt scrub that's complimentary. They also have foot showers, a mojito bar, wet bar, hot tub, kiddie slide with a grotto. There's a no-smoking rule here. I'm not a smoker, but I wanted to enjoy my Hight Cigar and feel all baller like. Ah well, I'll save it for another day.

After booking a two-night stay at the Grand Galvez, we canceled our reservation within an hour due…read moreto a very disappointing experience. We then booked a room at The San Luis Resort, and the difference was night and day. From the moment we arrived, the staff at The San Luis Resort made us feel genuinely welcome. The front desk agents were warm, professional, and attentive. After learning about the inconvenience we experienced at the other hotel, they even sent a thoughtful gift to our room, which was a wonderful gesture and greatly appreciated. Our room was exceptional, with beautiful ocean views and a spacious, comfortable layout. Everything about our stay exceeded our expectations. The outstanding customer service, luxurious accommodations, and attention to detail made this a truly memorable experience. We would absolutely stay here again and give The San Luis Resort a well-deserved five-star rating.

I unfortunately cannot recommend The San Luis Resort for overnight stays prior to a cruise. While…read morethe rooms themselves were nice and had great views, our experience overall did not meet expectations given the price. During our stay, we encountered several issues. We had requested that our luggage be divided between two rooms, but all items were delivered to one room, and we needed to move them ourselves to another floor. At check-in, we were informed that a discounted rate could not be applied to one of the rooms due to hotel policy, despite the occupant qualifying. We were also charged a resort fee that included access to amenities such as the outdoor pool and lounge area, which were not available during our stay due to a private event, as well as Wi-Fi service that we experienced as intermittent. We requested a pack-and-play at check-in, but it was not delivered until several hours later and only after a follow-up call. Food pricing was also higher than expected. For example, we were charged $10 for a peanut butter and jelly sandwich with fries for a child, which felt high for what was provided. At checkout, while managing luggage with toddlers and a disabled member of our party, we did not receive assistance from staff in transporting bags to the shuttle area. We had confirmed a cruise shuttle pickup time of 11:25 am at both check-in and check-out; however, by 11:45 am the shuttle had still not arrived, and it did not show up until closer to 12:00 pm despite multiple calls to the front desk. Finally, we were told that a manager would follow up regarding these concerns, but we did not receive a call. Given this experience, I also informed our travel agent so they are aware when making future recommendations. Based on our experience, we would choose to stay elsewhere in the future.

This is a beautiful hotel! The high ceilings, shutters, and fast and friendly check in was top…read morenotch! The best were very comfortable. Every review on here I hit the spot when it come to how beautiful the hotel is. Why I took a star away.. the wet dog smell when the air stop blowing in our room caught me off guard and was unexpected and the shower wasn't the cleanest.

To begin, this experience is based on staying here and attending a conference as well…read more The staff were friendly and helpful (maybe not the valet but that is a different company). The room is lavish and you can see that they pay attention to detail when choosing furniture and fixtures. However, for the price versus quality, it is not somewhere I would likely choose to stay again. The beautiful rooms are gilded, with your standard problems found in other not as nice hotels. The faucets and shower heads are not cleaned with toothpaste and soaps still affixed to them. The historic looking bathroom door is missing part of the original fixtures so you have a peephole into the sanctum. The minifridge is even more mini than normal. Despite two beds there was only one seat at of one bed. Nitpicks, but odd.

Why 4 stars? Because it made our trip to Galveston a bit nicer than it would have been…read more --- --- --- We were planning to spend a couple days in Galveston and I was all about going to super budget friendly route. But my wife, always with the champagne tastes was not so convinced. We debated this off and on for a couple weeks, and eventually she won out when she discovered a deal on TikTok for the Grand Galvez. TikTok has deals? Apparently. First impressions walking into the lobby: yeah, it's super nice. Quite a bit nicer than the Hyatt Select we were considering. And quieter in this area. The place almost paid for itself when we accessed the private beach. As you walk up, you're greeted with towels, water and covered seating. These things were especially welcomed during our visit when it was approximately 99 degrees with 278% humidity. As others have shared, the rooms are small, but they're not like Japan small. We had a room with two queen beds (maybe they were doubles?), and felt like we had plenty of space for what we needed. Our 7 year old son slept in one bed with my wife and I got a bed to myself. Maybe if you sharing a room with someone you don't want to be sleeping practically right next to, you'll wish you'd booked a different hotel. But this was great for us. Oddly enough for a historical hotel, they have the world's fanciest shower with so many buttons and knobs that it's hard to even figure out what to do. Ultimately, the shower itself was fine. The water got plenty hot and the pressure was solid, even if the angle was a bit weird. The beds were a bit softer than I'm used to, but comfortable. Because this was a short day trip for us, I actually packed my own pillows, so I can't speak much to those. We opted to valet for $40 a day, but there is a public parking garage right next door to the hotel. It's a nice place. Apparently scour TikTok before booking.

This was the first time I've stayed over and gone to the spa, though I've been a longtime patron of…read moretheir bar. We had a blast! The Spa - Sooo relaxing. The lighting is perfect in the relaxation lounge. There is champagne, snacks, even cucumbers for your eyes. I had a facial first, then the grapefruit massage (TX Ruby). There is so much to the facial; I was delightfully surprised each time I thought it was over that it wasn't over and a new treatment began! Both massage therapists' hands were pure magic. The only things I'd advise them to do differently is: no oil in the scalp massages, and less steam on the face during the facial. (Or ask the client beforehand) The Room - 501, Audra's room, the only option as far as I'm concerned. Spectacular view of the beach and ocean. Bring all your ghost hunting equipment. She preferred to speak through my witchboard, but there is a ouija board already there and set up for you! It was the cherry on top. The rest of the "normal" amenities were great, though I would've preferred a simpler shower (I needed an instruction manual haha), and a simple shower as well as an antique mirror would've matched the rest of the room much better. The interior designer needs help all over the place here... owls and monkeys amid jungle leaves at a beach hotel? No. And they really should've left the cream colour instead of the pink everywhere (the exterior paint especially) but that's just my opinion. The Pool - Fabulous! Perfect temperature and wonderful drinks, albeit a bit on the pricy side. The hot tub was a perfect temperature too, even if you just put your legs in. All in all, a marvelous stay but an expensive one.

We stayed at the Mansard House in Galveston and honestly loved it…read more First off... adult-only? Huge win. No kids running up and down the halls, no random yelling--just peace and quiet the whole time. It felt like a vacation from everything. The place feels more like an apartment than a hotel, which we liked a lot. You get private parking with a gate code, so no stressing about your car or finding a spot. When you walk in, you notice the charm right away. It's got that older style with a lot of character, but still feels clean and comfortable. At night it was super quiet. Like "are we the only people staying here?" kind of quiet. We even joked about it a couple times. If you want a chill place to stay without all the noise and chaos, this is definitely a good pick. We'd come back for sure.

We had a great experience at The Mansard House! My husband and I stayed here before our cruise…read more While it is "self check-in" and there's no staff immediately on site, they readily answer calls and are very responsive. You can feel the privacy even in a busy place like Galveston.

I think this place has potential once the renovations are done. Our room was clean, but definitely…read moresome areas like the tile and bathroom fixtures needed updates. Our bed was comfortable, yet springy and a little noisy. The people above us made lots of noise. If a place is not that crowded, they should really work on spreading customers around and automatically placing them in the renovated rooms. We used the washer/drier and the washer left all the soap on the items we washed. Cleaning staff were super friendly!

It was okay... the room was slightly dirty.. it was old 2000s, needs a renovation. Alarm clock…read morekeeps randomly going off. The elevator is psychotic, randomly goes to a different floor, wouldn't let me press the floor I needed to go on. The pool was very very very dirty. A bunch of sand.. not clear at all, and the cult...! There is a program you can go to to get like half off things.. it's really really weird. Don't do it.. overall was okay, needs a lot of improvement.