Galveston, June 07, OH MY THE PRICES!!

[232271]

We have a reservation this November for $79 at Quality Inns and Suites. BUT, the same place in June 2007 is coming up $160. Are they nuts??? :eek:

OR

is it too early to get a lower rate??:confused:

 

What have you paid in Galveston in the summer? Is this par for the course, or should I just wait and check later in the year?

 

Thanks!! :)

[luvronijean]

We have reservation at Casa Del Mar for less than $100.00 a night and that is in a couple of weeks. They also didn't require we stay more than one night which a lot of them do. It is actually a condo with a bedroom.

 

Veronica

[jp01104]

We have reservation at Casa Del Mar for less than $100.00 a night and that is in a couple of weeks. They also didn't require we stay more than one night which a lot of them do. It is actually a condo with a bedroom.

Veronica

 

Have you stayed there before? I am staying there this Sat 8/12, wondering how it is. We paid quite a bit more for a suite for 3 adults.

[luvronijean]

jp: Just looked at the info I printed out when we booked and it says $99.00 for a one bedroom suite. We have four adults staying in the room.

We haven't stayed there before but are really looking forward to it.

 

Veronica

[jp01104]

Veronica

$442 for 2 rooms for 6 adults but will try to check out your deal.

[houstoncruisers2001]

We have a reservation this November for $79 at Quality Inns and Suites. BUT, the same place in June 2007 is coming up $160. Are they nuts??? :eek: :)

Galveston hotel rates are extremely high in the summer. Some hotels require a Friday AND Saturday night stay, too. It's a total rip-off because alot of the hotels are not that nice and Galveston is sort of a dumpy town anyway.

[clearlakecruisers]

Although it will never be Miami, I can't agree that Galveston is a dumpy town. There are absolutely beautiful streets full of old Victorian era homes in the historical district and the Strand, adjacent to the cruise terminal, is a great tourist area. The water suffers from being in the path of the outflow from the Mighty Mississippi but the beaches are typically kept clean. Perhaps it's a situation of realizing how far the city has come from the admittedly "dumpy" state pre-seventies when George Mitchell started pouring money and care into his home town.

There are some less-than- great hotels/motels but also some places such as the Galvez, the Tremont and the San Luis that are very upscale. So I'd advise everyone to read the threads for suggestions and warnings and then come on down and enjoy the Texas hospitality.

[texas greeneyes]

I agree with clearlake...Galveston has a lot to offer if you know where to look. "Dumpy" is not a word that I would use when describing the historic little city.

[Kcarp]

Does Casa Del Mar have free parking for a cruise? Also do they have shuttle to the pier?

[DannyMac]

Summer Rates! Galveston Hotels/Motels ask it and get it during the summer.

[houstoncruisers2001]

I agree with clearlake...Galveston has a lot to offer if you know where to look. "Dumpy" is not a word that I would use when describing the historic little city.

Sorry, but I thought 'dumpy" was being nice. George Mitchell & Tillman Fertitta have done alot for the city, but there's still a LONG way to go.

[jp01104]

No cruise parking that I am aware of. Also no shuttle.

It is a little worn but it was a Ok place to stay esp with a group. we had 6 people and 2 rooms.

[Kcarp]

Thanks for info!

[LHP]

Do some folks (who fly in) spend the night in Houston and then to back to the airport to catch a Carnival transfer to the Galveston port?

[brn2crz]

I also have to disagree with this accessment..Just like any town in the US.Galveston has its dumpy areas..But Galveston is thriving and is a great place to cruise from..I'll tell you one thing..It has a lot more to offer than Port Canaveral or NO as a port.Miles and Miles of beach front restaurants,hotels and entertainment.I would say 90% of Galveston hotels are in great condition.

The Flagship,the Sandpiper,the Commodore Motel 6 .Brentwood Inn & Suites (recently renamed at Schlitterbahn) and a couple of smaller dives downtown are crappy I agree..

But the list of nice ones way out do the bad.For Starters.The Galvez,the Tremont,the San Luis.The Hilton,Moody Gardens.Both Holiday Inn Properties,not to mention at least 6 brand new properties over the past 3 years,and more under construction.It also boast many lesser known condos that are wonderful.We spent a week this summer at the Islander East. a Great place..Real beach front,great pool and beautiful view if the cruise ships pulling through the channel.

The historic and beautiful homes are too numerous to mention.And some Bed & Breakfast locations that would rival any Upper East Coast B&B.

Yep.Galveston has muddy water...And some oil refineries around.

There are many Museums...just a few.The Aviation Museum,the Tall Ship Elyssa,the Railroad Museum,the Oil Rig museum,Ashton Villa and the Bishops Palace.Unique and Eclectic shops and dining on the Strand area.

Watch dolphins as you ride the ferry over to Bolivar peninsula,and sail past Seawolf park which ports the USS Cavella (a sub) and a Destroyer escort.

 

I have lived here my entire life (minus a 5 year stint in the DFW area)

and have never seen Galveston more vibrant or popular..2 Hour wait Friday night at the Rainforest Cafe..

Yes,its a seafaring beach town...The folks that live and visit here are very laid back and unassuming...But may I suggest a trip out to the West end and visit the boom of Apartments,Condos,Resorts and multi-million dollar homes before you think of it as a poor community.

 

Flip flops 24/7 does not equate to dumpy:D