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The 1890 Freeman House

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Interior
Superior Room
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Point of interest

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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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)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Double Room

Premium Double Room

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

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Signature Room

Signature Room

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

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Superior Room

Superior Room

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

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

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

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Classic Room

Classic Room

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

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Double Room

Double Room

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

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About the area

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 km
  • Grand 1894 Opera House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Strand Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pier 21 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port of Galveston - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Katie's Seafood House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sunflower Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Original Mexican Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Marmo Bistro - ‬7 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 transport

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

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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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

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. 265 out of 292 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 292 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 292 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 292 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 292 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Yes and yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dewayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great. Clean, temp Was always comfortable. Kitchen was easily accessible. Coffee/tea was always available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

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

10/10 Excellent

Jaime, Stonewall

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and lovely! Great setup with the fridge and coffee station
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

moi

Travelled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Ewin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

christine, san antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shannon was amazing.I definitely would enjoy having a stay there again. Where was very clean and I slept so good I was exhausted from my flight. Best sleep I've had in a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room with great view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

john o

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet and comfortable, very accommodating to our needs. Note: they do not serve breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful and comfortable. Shannon kept me informed by texted because we came in late. The Location was wonderful. The Strand and all the action was within15 minutes with beautiful build in between. Very enjoy stroll
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and homely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice room and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was beautiful!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Shannon is wonderful to work with and really made my stay fantastic. My only wish was that it was for more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were welcomed I earlier then regular check in time. All so very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Business traveller
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

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Brooklyn Patk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The balcony was delightful! We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nylis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and beautiful property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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