The Luxury Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Texas Gulf Coast. I hope you will like it!
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1 The Oleander Hotel Room 8 Galveston, United States
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Located in Galveston, 2 km from Seawall Urban Park, The Oleander Hotel Room 8 provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. Porretto Beach is 2. 1 km away and Stewart Beach is 2.2 km from the hotel.
At the hotel each room has air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
Popular points of interest near The Oleander Hotel Room 8 include Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal, Moody Mansion Museum and The Grand 1894 Opera House. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 65 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.9,
rooms from around $183.
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2 THe Oleander Hotel Room Number 4 Galveston, United States
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Located in Galveston, 2 km from Seawall Urban Park, THe Oleander Hotel Room Number 4 provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. Porretto Beach is 2. 1 km away and Stewart Beach is 2.2 km from the hotel.
At the hotel, every room comes with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
Popular points of interest near THe Oleander Hotel Room Number 4 include Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal, Moody Mansion Museum and The Grand 1894 Opera House. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 65 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around $291.
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3 The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston Houston, United States
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Set within 1.6 km of The Galleria in Houston, The Post Oak Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. Also featuring a bar, this 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The Water Wall is 1.7 km away and Houston Arboretum and Nature Center is located1.9 km from the hotel.
At The Post Oak Hotel, all rooms are equipped with a desk and a seating area. All the rooms will include a marble bathroom, premium bar and Nespresso coffeemakers.
At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine.
The Post Oak Hotel also provides a business centre and guests can check the newspapers at the hotel. Speaking Spanish and English, staff are ready to help around the clock at the reception.
Memorial Park is 2.2 km from The Post Oak Hotel. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 21 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.5,
rooms from around $725.
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4 The Oleander Hotel Room 10 Galveston, United States
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Situated in Galveston, 2 km from Seawall Urban Park, The Oleander Hotel Room 10 features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. Porretto Beach is 2. 1 km away and Stewart Beach is 2.2 km from the hotel.
At the hotel the rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
Popular points of interest near The Oleander Hotel Room 10 include Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal, Moody Mansion Museum and The Grand 1894 Opera House. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 65 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around $183.
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5 La Colombe d'Or Hotel Houston, United States
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Located in Houston, 2.6 km from Houston Museum of Natural Science, La Colombe d'Or Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel has a shared lounge and a terrace. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.
Each room comes with a coffee machine, while certain rooms include a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and a microwave.
The hotel offers a à la carte or American breakfast. At La Colombe d'Or Hotel you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested.
You can play billiards at this 5-star hotel.
There is an on-site bar and guests can also make use of the business area.
Houston Zoo is 3.4 km from the accommodation, while Rice University is 3.9 km away. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 18 km from La Colombe d'Or Hotel.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $506.
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6 The Oleander Hotel Room Number 2 Galveston, United States
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Located in Galveston, 2 km from Seawall Urban Park, The Oleander Hotel Room Number 2 provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. Porretto Beach is 2. 1 km from the hotel and Stewart Beach is 2.2 km away.
The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a patio and a private bathroom with a shower. At The Oleander Hotel Room Number 2 every room comes with bed linen and towels.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal, Moody Mansion Museum and The Grand 1894 Opera House. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 65 km from The Oleander Hotel Room Number 2.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around $183.
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7 Hotel Granduca Houston Houston, United States
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This luxury hotel in Uptown Houston, Texas features free WiFi and a serene garden terrace with an outdoor pool and cabana area. The hotel is across from the boutiques, restaurants, and spas at Uptown Park shopping centre.
Hotel Granduca Houston‘s guest rooms boast a fully-equipped kitchen, a minibar, and a seating area with a flat-screen TV and DVD player. A deep-soaking bath tub, bathrobes and slippers are provided in the private bathroom. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Granduca Houston Hotel offers a hot tub, fitness centre and billiards room for guests to enjoy. Complimentary shuttle service within 3 miles of the property is available.
Fine Italian Cuisine is available at Hotel Granduca with Giorgio's serving cocktails, beer and wine.
The shops at The Galleria are 1 km from the hotel. The Houston Museum District is within 15 minutes’ drive.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $347.
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8 The Oleander Hotel Room 5 Galveston, United States
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Set in Galveston, 2 km from Seawall Urban Park, The Oleander Hotel Room 5 offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. Porretto Beach is 2. 1 km from the hotel and Stewart Beach is 2.2 km away.
At the hotel all rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
Popular points of interest near The Oleander Hotel Room 5 include Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal, Moody Mansion Museum and The Grand 1894 Opera House. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 65 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $183.
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9 JW Marriott Houston Downtown Houston, United States
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Stay in the heart of Houston.
A 5-star accommodation in downtown Houston, JW Marriott Houston Downtown is located a 5-minute walk from Alley Theater, 500 metres from Theatre District Houston and 600 metres from Wortham Center. The property is set 700 metres from Downtown Aquarium, 700 metres from Discovery Green Park and 900 metres from George R. Brown Convention Center. Guests can enjoy a selection of American cuisine in the on-site restaurant.
At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The in-room iPad allows guests to book spa appointments, order in-room dining, or call valet. The rooms at JW Marriott Houston Downtown include air conditioning and a wardrobe.
A buffet breakfast is served every morning at the property. A fitness centre is available on-site.
There is an in-house bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Staff at the reception can provide information on what to do in the area.
Minute Maid Park is an 11-minute walk from JW Marriott Houston Downtown. William P. Hobby Airport is 15 km from the property, and the property offers a free shuttle service.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $416.
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10 The Laura Hotel, Houston Downtown, Autograph Collection Houston, United States
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Stay in the heart of Houston.
Set in downtown Houston, The Laura Hotel, Houston Downtown, Autograph Collection is a 6-minute walk from Toyota Center and along the Houston MetroRail line. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luxury car service, an on-site restaurant and spa. Guests can enjoy the rooftop pool and rooms with city views.
At the hotel, each room is equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and desk. Guest rooms at The Laura Hotel, Houston Downtown, Autograph Collection have bathrobes and luxury toiletries. An in-room tablet allows guests to order room service and schedule spa services. Each room is equipped with an espresso maker.
The on-site restaurant, The Laura, offers French cuisine, while the Bar offers craft cocktails and light American fare.
Discovery Green Park is 600 metres from The Laura Hotel, while George R. Brown Convention Center is 700 metres away. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 15 km from the property.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $430.
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11 The Oleander Hotel Room 9 Galveston, United States
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Located in Galveston, 2 km from Seawall Urban Park, The Oleander Hotel Room 9 provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi. Porretto Beach is 2. 1 km away and Stewart Beach is 2.2 km from the hotel.
At the hotel each room is equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
Popular points of interest near The Oleander Hotel Room 9 include Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal, Moody Mansion Museum and The Grand 1894 Opera House. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 65 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 7.6,
rooms from around $183.
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12 Houston Grand Hotel - River Oaks Houston, United States
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The St. Regis Houston has free bikes, a fitness center and a sun terrace with swimming pool and American breakfast in Houston. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can enjoy American and British dishes at the restaurant or have a drink at the bar.
The hotel also provides a business center and guests can use the on-site ATM machine at The St. Regis Houston.
Galleria Houston is 1.3 miles from the accommodation, while Waterwall Park is 1.5 miles from the property. William P. Hobby Airport is 15 miles away.
Guest review score 7.5,
rooms from around $225.
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13 Scottish Inn and Suites Hitchcock, United States
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Featuring 5-star accommodation, Scottish Inn and Suites is set in Hitchcock, 27 km from Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark and 27 km from Moody Gardens. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Pleasure Pier is 28 km away and Moody Mansion Museum is 27 km from the hotel.
The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. The units at Scottish Inn and Suites feature air conditioning and a desk.
Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal is 28 km from the accommodation, while NASA's Johnson Space Center is 30 km away. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 42 km from Scottish Inn and Suites.
Guest review score 7.0,
rooms from around $70.
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14 Crystal Inn Port Arthur, United States
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Crystal Inn is a 5-star property set in Port Arthur. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.
A continental breakfast is available every morning at the hotel.
Beaumont Amtrak Station is 36 km from Crystal Inn. The nearest airport is Jack Brooks Regional Airport, 7 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 6.8,
rooms from around $80.
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15 The Pink Room at Emily's On The Island Galveston, United States
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Stay in the heart of Galveston.
Well set in Galveston, The Pink Room Emily's On The Island provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 2. 6 km from Porretto Beach, 2.6 km from Stewart Beach and 8.6 km from Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.1 km from Seawall Urban Park.
At the hotel, every room is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All units will provide guests with a microwave.
Guests at The Pink Room Emily's On The Island will be able to enjoy activities in and around Galveston, like cycling.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Pleasure Pier, Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal and Moody Mansion Museum. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 65 km from The Pink Room Emily's On The Island.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around $381.
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16 Four Seasons Hotel Houston Houston, United States
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Stay in the heart of Houston.
Located in downtown Houston, less than 1 km from Toyota Center sports arena, this hotel features a full-service spa, an onsite restaurant and rooms with free WiFi. Houston's Theatre District is within 1 km of the property.
Guest rooms at the Houston Four Seasons are furnished with a flat-screen cable TV, DVD player and iPod dock. A spacious desk and a minibar are also included. Free toiletries, bathrobes and a hairdryer are offered in the private marble bathroom.
Work out in the Four Seasons Hotel Houston's state-of-the-art 24-hour fitness centre before enjoying a free cup of coffee, available throughout the hotel. Relax by the outdoor swimming pool and hot tub, or sample fine Italian cuisine at the on-site Quattro restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The George R. Brown Convention Center is .45 km from the Four Seasons Hotel in Houston. Discover the numerous shops at the Galleria, 9.9 km away from the hotel, or explore the museum district within 4.2 km.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around $653.
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17 Seabreeze Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel Galveston, United States
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Providing free WiFi, Seabreeze Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers rooms in Galveston, a 3-minute walk from Seawall Urban Park and 500 yards from Pleasure Pier. The property is around 4.5 miles from Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark, 4. 6 miles from Moody Gardens and 12 miles from Galveston Island State Park. Big Reef Nature Park is 4.5 miles from the hotel and The Grand 1894 Opera House is 1.2 miles away.
At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
Moody Mansion Museum is a 18-minute walk from Seabreeze Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel, while Galveston Island Railroad Museum And Terminal is 1.3 miles away. William P. Hobby Airport is 41 miles from the property.
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18 Comfort Suites Near Sam Houston Race Park Houston, United States
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Located in Houston, Comfort Suites Northwest Houston At Beltway 8 offers 3-star accommodation with a fitness centre and a shared lounge. With an outdoor swimming pool, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is situated 19 km from CityCentre Plaza.
Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Comfort Suites Northwest Houston At Beltway 8 provides certain rooms with pool views, and rooms are fitted with a coffee machine. At the accommodation each room is equipped with bed linen and towels.
A buffet, American or vegetarian breakfast is available daily at the property.
Comfort Suites Northwest Houston At Beltway 8 offers a sun terrace.
The hotel also provides a business centre and guests can use the on-site ATM machine or use the fax machine and photocopier at Comfort Suites Northwest Houston At Beltway 8. Around the clock guidance is available at the reception, where staff speak English, Spanish, French and Turkish.
Memorial Park, Houston is 27 km from the accommodation, while Houston Arboretum and Nature Center is 27 km away. The nearest airport is George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 21 km from Comfort Suites Northwest Houston At Beltway 8.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $148.
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19 The Oleander Hotel Room 7 Galveston, United States
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Located in Galveston, within 2 km of Seawall Urban Park and 2.1 km of Porretto Beach, The Oleander Hotel Room 7 provides accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 2. 2 km from Stewart Beach, 2.2 km from Pleasure Pier and 9 km from Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark. Moody Gardens is 9.1 km from the hotel and Big Reef Nature Park is 7.4 km away.
All units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. At The Oleander Hotel Room 7 every room is equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal, Moody Mansion Museum and The Grand 1894 Opera House. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 65 km from The Oleander Hotel Room 7.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $183.
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20 Casa Del Mar 307 Galveston, United States
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Offering two outdoor pools, Casa Del Mar is set in Galveston, 2.5 km from Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark. Free private parking is available on site.
Beach views can be enjoyed from the balcony and living room. A flat-screen TV is available. For your comfort, you will find a full kitchen, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Casa Del Mar features free WiFi throughout the property.
You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The Galveston Island Trolley stops in front of Casa Del Mar.
Moody Gardens is 2.5 km from Casa Del Mar, while Pleasure Pier is 4.3 km from the property. William P. Hobby Airport is 61 km away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $79.
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21 The Oleander Hotel Room Number 3 Galveston, United States
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Set in Galveston, within 2 km of Seawall Urban Park and 2.1 km of Porretto Beach, The Oleander Hotel Room Number 3 offers accommodation with a fitness centre and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 2. 2 km from Stewart Beach, 2.2 km from Pleasure Pier and 9 km from Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark. Moody Gardens is 9.1 km from the hotel and Big Reef Nature Park is 7.4 km away.
At the hotel, all rooms have air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
Popular points of interest near The Oleander Hotel Room Number 3 include Galveston Island Railroad Museum and Terminal, Moody Mansion Museum and The Grand 1894 Opera House. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 65 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $183.
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22 The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton The Woodlands, United States
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This Resort is part of Hilton's Curio Collection. Luxury shopping boutiques, a golf course and several sports courts are featured at this Texan resort. The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton is a 30-minute drive from George Bush International Airport.
A flat-screen TV, microwave and compact refrigerator are offered in the spacious Woodland Resort rooms. Select rooms overlook the pool or golf course. Ironing facilities and a safety deposit box are also included.
Guests can play a game of tennis or go for a walk and have dinner on the property. The Woodlands Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton also features the Forest Oasis Waterscape, which offers 2 outdoor pools, a waterslide and lazy river. A full-service spa is available to guests. The hotel's conference centre has over 60,000 square-feet of event space as well as event staffing.
The property is 8.1 km from the Woodlands Mall, Market Street Shopping Center and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavillion.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around $202.
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23 Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Houston Willowbrook Houston, United States
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Set 24 km from CityCentre Plaza, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Houston Willowbrook offers 2-star accommodation in Houston and has a fitness centre, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features family rooms.
All rooms have a private bathroom, while some rooms also offer a kitchenette with a fridge.
A business centre and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at the hotel.
Memorial Park, Houston is 32 km from Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Houston Willowbrook, while Houston Arboretum and Nature Center is 33 km from the property. The nearest airport is George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 29 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 7.2,
rooms from around $146.
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24 The Galveston Victorian Condo Galveston, United States
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Providing pool views, The Victorian Condo/Hotel in Galveston provides accommodation, an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a garden, a terrace and a tennis court. The accommodation is air conditioned and is equipped with a hot tub.
The aparthotel provides guests with a balcony, sea views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A microwave, a stovetop and toaster are also provided, as well as a coffee machine.
At The Victorian Condo/Hotel guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. The accommodation offers a business centre, free WiFi access and free private parking.
Snorkelling, canoeing and cycling are possible within the area, and The Victorian Condo/Hotel offers a private beach area.
Seawall Urban Park is 200 metres from the aparthotel, while Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark is 3.5 km away. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 63 km from The Victorian Condo/Hotel.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $456.
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25 Park Avenue Lofts Freeport, United States
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Set 2.1 km from Midway, Park Avenue Lofts offers free bikes, a bar and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.
Every unit features an equipped kitchen with an oven, a living room with a sofa bed and flat-screen TV and private bathroom. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for an extra charge.
The holiday home offers a children's playground.
A water park is available on site and both hiking and cycling can be enjoyed within close proximity of Park Avenue Lofts.
Velasco is 2.9 km from the accommodation, while M-I Drilling Fluids Company Heliport is 3.3 km away. The nearest airport is William P. Hobby Airport, 95 km from Park Avenue Lofts.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $79.
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