Wyndham Tremont House

The Tremont House, A Wyndham Grand Hotel

Hotel Class: 4 out of 5 stars4 Stars - 2 Reviews and 213 Opinions

2300 Ship's Mechanic Row, Galveston, Texas, 77550, United States

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Posh Downtown Hotel

The Tremont House is conveniently and wisely located a block or so away from the Strand, which runs along the waterfront area. We took a peek at its lobby and snapped a few pictures. Although the lobby was not large, it was comfortably furnished with cushioned wicker chairs and a small bar to one side.

After reading about its history, this is what we learned:

Tremont House was a popular destination on the island since 1839, hosting several American presidents and foreign dignitaries. During the Civil War, both Confederate and Union soldiers resided here. A fire destroyed the hotel in June 1865, afterwhich several prominent businessmen from the island organized their efforts in building a new hotel.

A grand, four-story new Tremont House was opened in 1872 designed by noted architect, Nicholas Clayton. It became a rousing success and was visited by those of import from around the world. However, it became a casualty to the Great Storm of 1900 and the Great Depression in the 1920's, eventually being demolished in 1928.

George and Cynthia Mitchell (Galveston preservationists and developers) acquired the Leon & H. Blum Building in 1985 and began transforming it into the third Tremont House. The ornate 1879 Blum building was once a wholesale dry goods store. The Tremont House became a Wyndham historic hotel in 1996 and a member of Historic Hotels of America in 2002

Unique Quality: We did not stay here, but had the opportunity to take a quick look inside

  • Opinion of Price: most expensive
  • Related to: Luxury Travel, Seniors, Singles
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A Hark Back To Days Long Past!

Located in the historic Strand District of downtown Galveston, the Tremont House is a wonderful tribute to the city's Victorian age past. The original Tremont House dates back to 1839, when it was opened under the flag of the Republic of Texas. Many icons have passed through it's doors over the years, including a number of U.S. presidents, General Sam Houston, and after the terrible 1900 Galveston Hurricane, Red Cross founder Clara Barton used it as a shelter. The present structure was opened in 1985, recreating the magnificient past the hotel has had. The hotel has a great appearance about it, both inside and out. From the outside, it gives the feeling of a centuries old European hotel. And upon entering the lobby, you notice the lovely use of white decor all around, with the partially open roof that lets in sunlight and allows for a very natural illumination. Rooms are spectacular and spacious, with an excellent mix of Victorian decor and modern amenities. The fine dining restaurant here serves some of the best seafood on the island. And some great views of the city can be seen from the viewing deck located atop the hotel. Staff is very courteous, and very helpful in any recommendations or information that you may need. The one issue that the hotel has is parking, in which the hotel only offers valet. But if you do not wish to keep your car with them, there are several lots within walking distance for a minimal charge.

Unique Quality: Although not the original building, the Tremont House does have a long history on the island, and the property's look and feel give it a character all to it's own amongst hotels on the island.

  • Opinion of Price: more expensive than average
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Agree with other reviews - one of my favorite hotels!

by A TripAdvisor Member

The Tremont House is one of my favorite hotels. I have stayed here several times and wouldn't stay anywhere else in Galveston. It is beautiful, historic, and wonderfully furnished and decorated. It has an understated excellence. The beds are the MOST COMFORTABLE beds I have EVER slept in. I wish I could buy one for my own house!

Besides the beauty of the hotel - and it's great location in the middle of the historic district and walking distance to everything - the service is SUPERB. Some of the best service I have ever had in hotels. One time, I had rented a jeep and we had taken the top off it. When the valets brought it around, they took the trouble to put the top back on because they said the forecast was for rain. Another time, a friend and I were talking about going deep-sea fishing by the concierge before going out to dinner. When we returned to our room later that night, the concierge had left us a list of several deep-sea fishing charters, which ones had availability, and what the price was for each. Incredibly thoughtful and over-board service!!! This is truly what service is all about. Don't stay anywhere else in Galveston!

Within Walking Distance to Starbuck's

by A TripAdvisor Member

All excellent reviews here are telling the truth, with the added benefit of now being within walking distance to Starbuck's, across from Fisherman's Wharf. Hotel was clean, accomodating, friendly...really over and above what we had expected.

Feel the History of the Historic Strand District

by A TripAdvisor Member

If you want to spend a lot of time in The Strand District this is the place to be. No need for a car here. There is excellent trolly service to other parts of Galveston. Just valet park and leave it 'till you are ready to go. Our room was lovely, but the bathroom was a little cramped (historic style). Our room overlooked the Toujouse Lounge which is a nice place to unwind and relax. Our favorite place to go was the roof-top's all-wood patio. There was no service there, but if you bring your own drinks from the lounge there is no better place to enjoy the sundown looking out above the city. We also enjoyed the Phoenix Cafe around the corner for breakfast.

The Strand's historic beauty right down stairs!,

by A TripAdvisor Member

I used to live in Houston and when the family would go to Galveston the Tremont was our first pick. Mostly we went because The National Historic Strand District was right downstairs and my wife loved strolling through The Strand while me and the kids went to the beach. Theres more information online at --------------------------, but just know that it is one of the best shopping venues in Texas. And although it can be hot at times while shopping there, usually there's a cool breeze blowing from the Bay a block away and it makes feels great just walking through the Victorian architecture in the Texas sun.

AWWSOME PLACE TO STAY!

by A TripAdvisor Member

We stayed at the Tremont and loved it. I hated to leave the next day. I was shown a room before checking in and was amazed at the beauty.

I knew from the moment I walked in the doors I was going to check in, but with some of the bad stories of the other hotels on the island I had to make sure since it was a special occasion.

Tremont is a very good Quality place to stay, with the top of the line service.

Very clean rooms.. Staff is very kind and not a "fake kind".
Five stars from us.

Breakfast and roomservice is just fab! Our breakfast was wonderful
Stay with them you wont want to leave either!
Ahhhhwsome!
I'm making it my home away from home from now on when in Galveston. Pamper yoursefl and take a ride in the carriage. Can't wait to come back!

Lots of problems

by A TripAdvisor Member

I booked two double beds on the non-smoking floor for my employee appreciation trip three weeks in advance. I arrived to one king sized room on the smoking floor. They moved me to a room with double beds still on the smoking floor after I had to go down and get the keys myself. I told them that I specifically asked for non-smoking rooms but they would only offer apologies. The other room I reserved was not ready until 6:00 pm. Two hours after check in time! It was not on the smoking floor miraculously! My employees were inconvenienced and I was embarassed. I asked for a member of management but was never contacted.

Far exceeded expectations

by TripAdvisor Member Slartibart

I Highly recommend the Tremont and shall stay there again. Our room (suite) was gorgeous with a large bathroom and towel warmers, robes and slippers. They had fresh fruit and cheese on the table for us and a bottle of Merlot, that was so delicious. Far more than what we were expecting!!

The room was perfect (Jasmine suite). Tall ceilings and brick walls and elegant furniture. We were treated very special.

This is a terrific hotel

by A TripAdvisor Member

A charming hotel with a friendly staff. The hotel has a boutique hotel feel to it. The room was wonderfully appointed -- we particularly enjoyed the towel warmers. I cannot speak too highly of the Tremont.

Also, I read a previous report on TripAdvisor that mentioned the lack of proper attention to parking. On our trip, the valet parking lot was now surrounded by a fence and the checkin desk gave us the option of utilizing the valet parking or parking ourselves. It appears that the management read your entry!

 
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Address: 2300 Ship's Mechanic Row, Galveston, Texas, 77550, United States