Wyndham Hotel Galvez

Hotel address: 2024 Seawall Boulevard, Galveston, TX, US 77550
Phone number: 409-765-7721

Hotel Description

Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, just across the boulevard from 30 miles of sundrenched beaches. Steeped in historical significance and reborn to a multimillion dollar renovation, Hotel galvez offers the charm and elegance of Galveston's Victorian heritage. Magnificent architecture combines with the natural beauty of an oceanside setting. Just a short trolley ride to the Strand Historic District with countless shops, galleries, restaurants, museums, and historic attractions. Over 14,000 square feet of sophisticated and flexible meeting space can accomodate up to 500 for social affiares, corporate functions, or exhibits. Fourty-five minutes from Houston Hobby Airport. Seasonal pool bar, please contact property for hours of operation.

Surrounding Area

Location description: Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, jsut across the boulevard from 30 miles of sundrenched beaches. Just a short trolley ride to the Strand Historic District with countless shops, galleries, restaurants, museums, and historic attractions. Forty-five minutes from Houston Hobby Airport.

Areas served: Clear Lake, Friendswood, League City, Galveston, Houston

Airports: Houston Hobby, George Bush International Airport

Property Information - Wyndham Hotel Galvez

Hotel rating: 3
Number of floors: 7
Number of Rooms: 228
Opened in 1911
Renovated in 1997
Check in time: 4:00 pm
Check out time: 12:00Noon
Native currency: USD
Reservation information: <p>FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 1-800-HERITAGE<p><p>For more information, check out the official <a href ="http://www.grandheritage.com/htmlcode/hus_galvez.html"> Web Page for Hotel Galvez!!!</a></p>

Meeting Facilities

Meeting Facilities * Over 14,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space * The Music Hall with grand archways and illustrious chandeliers has been restored to it's origional character and grandeur * The Parlours provide sophisticated yet comfortable surroundings * The Veranda provides and outdoor ambiance overlooking the formal garden, tropical pool and Gulf of Mexico * The Terrace Ballroom transforms into a multifunctional meeting room with even larger capacity as it expands to The Veranda * Meeting services manager * Mail and package service * Audio visual services * Business catering * Creative catering

Restarant Information

Dining and Entertainment * Bernardos Restaurant offers traditional nouvelle cuisine featuring fresh Gulf Coast seafood served in an open, airy setting with expansive views of the beach and endless ocean horizon * Sumptuous Sunday Brunch * Room Service

Recreations

Gulf Greyhound Park This racetrack offers a unique entertainment package in an air-conditoned 4-level complex, including Texas' largest full-service restaurant. Live world-class greyhound racing and pari-mutual wagering are featured year-round.

The Strand District Galveston Island offers many unique shops to find that certain little item you've been looking for. The Strand National Historical Landmark District features one of the most extensive collections of restored Victorian style buildings in America, while the visitor center provides detailed information on the history of the Island.

Beach 30 miles of sundrenched beach for surfing, fishing, horseback riding, and beachcombing are just across the boulevard.

Golf Membership priveleges at the Galveston Country Club 18-hole championship golf course.

Pool Tropical pool with swim-up bar, hot tub and outdoor grill. Hours of Operation: `

Area Attractions

David Taylor's Classic Car Museum Features 53 vintage automobiles housed in the 1914 Marshner Building. The museum gives the atmosphere typical of a car dealership of that era, with every car in immaculate running condition. The cars range from the 1920's to 1960's models. The museum is home to a 1940 Mercury which was a gift to actress Carole Lombard from her husband Clark Gable. Other favorites include a 1936 Cadillac V-12 Convertible, a 1934 Ford Roadster, a 1927 Buick Roadster, and a 1937 Cord Phaeton 812 Hours of Operation: 10 am to 5 pm

Mardi Gras Museum Features Galveston's Mardi Gras festivities past and present. Costime and historical memorabilia are on display as well as models of the Street Arches created for Mardi Gras. Summer Hours: Wednesday - Sunday Noon to 6pm Winter Hours: Wednesday - Friday Noon to 5pm Saturday & Sunday Noon to 6pm

Other Area Attractions: * Galveston Island * Galveston Beach * Texas Seaport Museum * The Strand Historic District * Bolivar Lighthouse

Amenities

						AM/FM Alarm Clock
						Babysitting/Child Services
						Bar/Lounge
						Beach
						Coffee Maker in Room
						Concierge
						Courtesy Car
						24 Hour Front Desk
						Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
						Fishing
						Free Parking
						Hairdryers Available
						Modem Lines in Room
						Meeting/Banquet Facilities
						No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
						Free Newspaper
						Pool
						Parking
						Restaurant
						Room Service
						Safe Deposit Box
						Shops/Commercial Services
						Television with Cable
						Laundry/Valet Services
						VIP Rooms/Services