The Mariner

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Galveston Seawall

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1602 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX, 77550
  • Place, Seawall Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

Double Full Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(194 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double King Bed Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Full single bed

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

The Mariner places you in San Jacinto, within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. This 52-room hotel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Seawall Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Bryan Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Miller's Seawall Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Benno's - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Mariner

Hotel with free parking, near Galveston Seawall
Guests staying at The Mariner enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a vending machine. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Phones and desks are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Mariner Hotel
The Mariner Galveston
The Mariner Hotel Galveston

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of The Mariner?

This hotel is situated in San Jacinto within a short 14-minute walk of Galveston Seawall and also 14 minutes on foot from Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. You'll also find Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Mariner?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Mariner include a casino on the premises?

No, The Mariner doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Mariner?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Mariner a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk plus some guestrooms include partial ocean views.

Does The Mariner have a hot tub?

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

Does The Mariner have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Mariner doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Mariner allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Mariner.

Are there connecting rooms at The Mariner?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Mariner?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Mariner.

The Mariner Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 102 out of 1003 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Front desk staff was not friendly or very helpful during checkin. Room was ok but had bugs in the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

frank

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lobby was the only clean part of the property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value and right on the Seawall Close to restaurants and activities. Good overall value for the location. Older building but they keep it fairly clean and kept up.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Luis

Disliked: Cleanliness
First time ever that i had a dirty bed sheet that was sour we
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Franki

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was not enough parking. I had to park in the alley behind the property. I did not feel safe. Also the bedspread had a brown stain. Disgusting. The male at the desk didn't seem to care about anything. It seemed like we were interrupting him when we checked in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeferson

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything IT was to old
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Another visit…

Stayed here several times. Love being able to go from my room door to the water in 2 min or less. My place of choice when I come.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Miles

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Whitney

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Whitney

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Whitney

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Julia is one of the best if not the best front desk staff workers I've came across
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Colette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointed that the pool hours were listed 10am - 10pm and when I asked for them to open the front desk lady said it opens at 2pm. However, a cleaning guy saw my kids and I and asked if we were going to the pool. I told him what the front desk said and he said it opened at 11am and although it was 10:45am he open for us. Also disappointing was the continental breakfast that consisted of chocolate chip small muffins and coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Aarefa Gulamali

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were cockroaches on the bed side table and the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like this property it didn't look the best on the outside but it was clean on the inside the air conditioner was cold the bed was hard the pillows was soft but for one night we enjoyed it I would go back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lousy

These people are so rude I left and got a room at the Holiday Inn closer to the pier and nicer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Carmen

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff & cleaniness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the location 2 min from room to the water. My 4th visit staying here. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Business traveler
I did not like that Ihad to pay cash upfront for parking and I was not provided a receipt.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Was upset a little bit that it was 9:02, and she wouldn't let me have any coffee. I run a breakfast café in a hotel in California called the Irwin hotel. I leave fresh large craft of coffee out all day for my guest even after we close @ noon Just a suggestion😉
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025