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The 1890 Freeman House

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Superior Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Point of interest

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $220
$191 nightly
$220 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26

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1711 Postoffice St, Galveston, TX, 77550
  • Place, East End Historic District
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand 1894 Opera House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Signature Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Signature Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

Located in Galveston (East End), The 1890 Freeman House is a 4-minute walk from Grand 1894 Opera House and 12 minutes by foot from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal. .This guesthouse is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Galveston Seawall.
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What's nearby

  • East End Historic District - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Grand 1894 Opera House - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Strand Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pier 21 - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Port of Galveston - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Katie's Seafood House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Brewchachos Tacos & Cantina Galveston - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Original Mexican Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The 1890 Freeman House

The 1890 Freeman House offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Galveston guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Make yourself at home in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 50-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include portable fans, housekeeping is provided on request, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room. Guests can get around on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 100 miles.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in a common area. Guests may use a cruise ship terminal shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 100 mi
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Secured extended parking on site (USD 15 per night)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 9 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1890
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Griddle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 45 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Secured extended parking fee: USD 15 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal and Cash App
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number GVR09346

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

The 1890 Freeman House Galveston
The 1890 Freeman House Guesthouse
The 1890 Freeman House Guesthouse Galveston

The 1890 Freeman House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 281 out of 308 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 308 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 308 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 308 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 308 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location abd lovely BNB property!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great front porch, greeted by staff very friendly will be back on our next cruise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff were exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location and being able to sit on the porch in rocking chairs. Beautiful kitchen too!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, welcoming staff, well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every aspect of this property is top notch. 5 Star site for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful historic house! Clean, excellent friendly service, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place was so good and in a very good location. it was very clean and easy to check in. the bed was so comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay and one of the most comfortable beds I have slept in. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful historic house. Enjoyed our stay. Everything clean and fresh. Close to the pier.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful house with a really nice bedroom. The bathroom had a nice spacious shower. And it was really nice sitting on the balcony in the rocking chairs. Owner was great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome proximity to the strand. Clean, comfortable, and management is very responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean comfortable experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Cordial owner. Wonderful location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved every aspect of our stay at this lovely property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

moi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing and the location is in a very good spot. Host was so friendly and helpful with anything we needed. Definitely would be in a top place to come back to book
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a quiet, comfortable, and unique place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was in great location from the event I was attending and everything was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was beautiful!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very close to all the activities including restaurants and bars. Very historic and quaint. The room was very clean and comfortable but realize you are in a 1890's home. We will stay here again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The historic old town was beautiful. The Freeman house and the hostess were welcoming. Enjoyed our 2 days there before cruising. Close to port.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were delighted to stay at this property. The place was immaculate. The service was impeccable. We will try to go back there if available. I would recommend this to anyone wanting a quiet Luxurious place to stay other than your typical hotel type atmosphere. This is definitely a 5+.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very responsive host who took care of everything
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless and very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026