allgeeteredup Posted May 15, 2008 #1 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Has anyone ever stayed at this hotel? We are booked there for an overnight on September 6 for our September 7 sailing on the Conquest. I don't know anything about it but I thought it was pretty cool that it is actually on the pier and that all rooms are ocean view. Please, don't scare me to death if you didn't like it but give me an idea if we are going to be okay with this hotel. Again, booked and paid for already. Okay, let the games begin.... :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txladydi Posted May 15, 2008 #2 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Hey Allgeet, we saw that hotel from the street when we were in Galveston, just back from a cruise. I thought it looked like a really cool place to stay. Never been inside. Diane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhale Posted May 15, 2008 #3 Share Posted May 15, 2008 we stayed there a couple of years ago, they were remodling and our room was not what we expected. we ended up switching hotels. of course like i said they were remodling so it could be fabulous now. it's always pretty full, so they must be doing something right! also, pretty much all the hotels on seawall blvd. are oceanview rooms, but it is neat that the flagship however is built on the pier over the water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yst347 Posted May 15, 2008 #4 Share Posted May 15, 2008 This place is a dump.....stay far far far away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seiffann Posted May 15, 2008 #5 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Has anyone ever stayed at this hotel? We are booked there for an overnight on September 6 for our September 7 sailing on the Conquest. I don't know anything about it but I thought it was pretty cool that it is actually on the pier and that all rooms are ocean view. Please, don't scare me to death if you didn't like it but give me an idea if we are going to be okay with this hotel. Again, booked and paid for already. Okay, let the games begin.... :o I lived in the galveston area for the last 4 yrs, and have been inside the flagship. The rooms are nice, but not extravagant. They have a pool in front of the hotel, and there is a place at the end of the pier that you can fish off of. My opinion is a 3 star place. We are sailing on the 29th of June on conquest. We have a room at Gaido's Seaside Inn, they have free cruise parking and a free continental breakfast. The flagship as I recall does not have this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovebug33 Posted May 15, 2008 #6 Share Posted May 15, 2008 I googled reviews and got a bunch. People didn't seem to like it, so we decided not to stay in Galveston at all (too pricey!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brn2crz Posted May 15, 2008 #7 Share Posted May 15, 2008 Well,you have already made your mind up,but let me just reassure you you did the right thing....Its a dump...It was great in its hey day 70s-80s... But there are so many better choices there.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BallFour4 Posted May 16, 2008 #8 Share Posted May 16, 2008 Take it from someone that has been here almost 50 years:eek: , the Flagship is a dump. It is tied up in court for a workmans comp case, the repairs are on hold. check galveston dot com for a better deal. Two new LaQuintas are in town, several more. The Galvez is one of the most elegant spots along the water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGBCruiser Posted May 16, 2008 #9 Share Posted May 16, 2008 Well,you have already made your mind up,but let me just reassure you you did the right thing....Its a dump...It was great in its hey day 70s-80s... But there are so many better choices there.... You're right...it's a dump...stay elsewhere!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maztoz Posted May 16, 2008 #10 Share Posted May 16, 2008 The Flagship is horrible. [/color][/size][/font][/i] We have always used the Harbor House. They allow you to park your vehicle in their lot for your entire cruise period (at least they used to, for a nominal fee) The property is walking distance to the piers, the Strand, great restaurants.... Have never had a bad experience staying here. The Galvez is just OK. It used to be fabulous, now a bit over-rated. The Tremont is tops, but too pricey. Have a great trip! http://www.harborhousepier21.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luluwa Posted May 16, 2008 #11 Share Posted May 16, 2008 I Agree..... don't stay at the Flagship. Nothing bad will happen to you but there are nicer places to stay and for the same rate. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sross6019 Posted May 16, 2008 #12 Share Posted May 16, 2008 Stayed there once and never again. No breakfast, except a box of day old donuts, no drinks or coffee. Elevator very slow, cramped, and groaned. Didn't know if we were going to make it up. Wallpaper peeling and mold in the bathroom. My husband was taking a shower and a "glob" of something dropped out of the ceiling on him. The balcony was nice to people watch. Go to http://www.tripadivsor.com and read other reviews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CityWalker79 Posted May 16, 2008 #13 Share Posted May 16, 2008 In case you want to compare them to the neighboring hotels after all these posts and here is a map of all the hotel prices in the Galveston Area. I'm guessing that this far out they shouldn't charge a cancellation fee if you do decide to switch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RHefley228 Posted May 18, 2008 #14 Share Posted May 18, 2008 I actually like the Flagship (I've also stayed in the Galvez, which is a great place) but it is a little rundown. On the plus side, seagulls will swarm about your window and on the east side there's a great view of the Balinese room nightclub (and former illegal casino). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clearlakecruisers Posted May 19, 2008 #15 Share Posted May 19, 2008 The Flagship is a great concept - built out over the Gulf with seagulls flying past your windows - but is in dire need of the updating which is currently stalled by legal problems. Those of us in the area would love to see it "restored" but, until that happens, it's certainly not somewhere I'd recommend. For local color try the Galvez or the Tremont or Harbour House - or even the San Luis or one of Galveston's B&B's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ouachita Posted May 19, 2008 #16 Share Posted May 19, 2008 I've stayed there twice ('06&'07): Pro: Good location Inexpensive Free cruise parking Neat experience out over the water with the seagulls just outside No matter what kind of room/bed you have on the cruise you will appreciate it after a night in the Flagship. Con: Definitely seen better days Bed mattresses like exterior grade plywood Cleanliness is marginal No free shuttle service to/from dock If you are looking for an inexpensive place reasonably close to the cruise ship, are appreciate the view and novelty of the site, and fairly tolerant of less than ideal sleeping arrangements then go for it - if nothing else you will have something to talk about....on several fronts. I have stayed in a lot worse, but I've darn sure stayed in better. Both times we stayed there we were with a group and someone else had made the arrangements...it wasn't bad enough to buck the group and we just took it as an adventure. After reading some of the glowing reviews I've seen about the Falgship I can't help but wonder if they have some rooms hidden around the hotel that I haven't seen. On a scale of 1 - 10 with the average Holiday Inn Express being a 5, I would rank Flagship around a 1 1/2 - 2. Your mileage may vary. If someone would gut the place and revamp it like the location deserves it could be a primo place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viciouslysh Posted June 18, 2008 #17 Share Posted June 18, 2008 Well, it's been about 7 years since I stayed there. I would not recommend this place. Unless they did some recent major remodeling??? It was very outdated and musty. Cool concept but really needs improvement. Harbor House was good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoonerOne Posted June 23, 2008 #18 Share Posted June 23, 2008 Take it from someone that has been here almost 50 years:eek: , the Flagship is a dump. It is tied up in court for a workmans comp case, the repairs are on hold. check galveston dot com for a better deal. Two new LaQuintas are in town, several more. The Galvez is one of the most elegant spots along the water. Ok, I'm in my 50's and we stayed there on vacation when I was a kid. You do the math..........:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allgeeteredup Posted June 24, 2008 Author #19 Share Posted June 24, 2008 Has anyone ever stayed at this hotel? A friend of ours stayed there and said it was older with a great view. We were wondering what other reviews are out there? Also, what about the Econolodge Galveston? It was really inexpensive and in Galveston? Anyone stayed there either? Any help would be appreciated. Also, what is close by either hotel as far as restaurants. I think our preference would either be Mexican, Seafood, or Chinese? Or Waffle House, or Denny's or Red Lobster, or.... I guess anything is good!!!! At least my husband seems to think so. :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastTexans2 Posted June 24, 2008 #20 Share Posted June 24, 2008 We've never stayed at the Flagship........but it is literally out on a pier.....over the water! So yes, you would have a great view! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigredaggiesmom Posted June 24, 2008 #21 Share Posted June 24, 2008 I have heard that the Flagship is not what it used to be, I have not stayed there in at least 15 years, it was nice then. It is built on a pier over the Gulf, so all rooms are ocean view. As far as seafood goes, there are several one's to choose from. Guido's and Casey's (owned by the same people) they are really, really good (just ate at Guido's last week). Guido's is a little more dressy, the service is fantastic, and the food is wonderful! Casey's is more casual, and the menu offers a more casual flair to it. They are in the same building. With either one you will be getting great food. There is a seafood resturant, I think right around pier 21, maybe Fisherman's Wharf. I am pretty sure this is the restaurant that looks over the bay and is close to the ship Elissa. I have not eaten there in a few years, but I seem to remember that the food was great. You also have Hooter's if you are in the mood for some great buffalo wings, this Hooter's is very family friendly. Wish I could help more with the Hotels, but have not stayed at any of them recently. The Holiday Inn on the seawall looks like it is nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
douglinc@msn.com Posted June 24, 2008 #22 Share Posted June 24, 2008 Casey's is really good been there many times. Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadowdiver Posted June 24, 2008 #23 Share Posted June 24, 2008 Cassy's yes but the Flagship is very run down and not in good shape the peirs under it looks like the almost about to fall down . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allgeeteredup Posted June 24, 2008 Author #24 Share Posted June 24, 2008 Still hope to get someone to post who has stayed at either the Flagship Hotel or the Econolodge Galveston but the tips on dinner are great. I think we will have to try all of them. We are staying in Galveston the night before the cruise and then staying two days after the cruise to go deep sea fishing. We are really looking forward to it all. Lots of time to try those restaurants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BallFour4 Posted June 24, 2008 #25 Share Posted June 24, 2008 The Flagship is 35 years old (or older) tied up in court for a Workmans Comp case and a dump. Change your reservations today... Visit galveston dot com and click on hotels. Many choices in all price levels are there. Dining along the Seawall ranges from seafood to Tex-Mex, so take your pick. We like Benno's at 12th and Seawall and can be found there many Saturday evenings. Sit outside and watch the water, cars and people. Galveston is a shorts and casual shirt town with much to see. Here is a link to a story I wrote about Galveston memories: http://galvestondailynews.com/story.lasso?ewcd=27701433da398a0e Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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