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The 1890 Freeman House

2.0 star property
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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Signature Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Interior
Porch

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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
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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

About the neighborhood

Galveston

Located in East End, The 1890 Freeman House is within a 5-minute walk of Grand 1894 Opera House and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal. This 6-room guesthouse welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and Smart TVs.
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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
  • ‪Sunflower Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Original Mexican Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brewchachos Tacos & Cantina Galveston - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The 1890 Freeman House

The 1890 Freeman House features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. There's free parking and an area shuttle. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, express check-out, and a communal living room.
50-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 45 per accommodation, per stay
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number GVR09346

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: PayPal and Cash App.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The 1890 Freeman House?

The 1890 Freeman House offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The 1890 Freeman House?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The 1890 Freeman House on Jun 10, 2026 start from $220, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around The 1890 Freeman House?

This guesthouse is situated in East End within a short 12-minute walk of Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and also 15 minutes on foot from Port of Galveston. You'll also find Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Beaches within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The 1890 Freeman House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Extended parking is available for USD 15 per night.

Does The 1890 Freeman House include a casino?

No, The 1890 Freeman House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The 1890 Freeman House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is The 1890 Freeman House a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this guesthouse include champagne service, premium bedding, and a smart TV.

Does The 1890 Freeman House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The 1890 Freeman House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The 1890 Freeman House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The 1890 Freeman House allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The 1890 Freeman House for a fee of USD 45 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The 1890 Freeman House have connecting rooms available?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The 1890 Freeman House?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy garden and city views.

The 1890 Freeman House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 305 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

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

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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
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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

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
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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

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
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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Rayme

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room with great view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and lovely! Great setup with the fridge and coffee station
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

christine

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
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10/10 Excellent

Nylis

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