The Mariner

2.5 star property
Hotel near Galveston Seawall in Galveston

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Double Full Beds | View from room
Outdoor pool
Shower, towels

Reviews

7.6 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
(207 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Beach View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double King Bed Suite

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

Full single bed

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

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

San Jacinto stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this San Jacinto hotel, you'll find Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Seawall Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Bryan Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • East End Historic District - 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Tales - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪ShyKatz Place - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Mariner

Hotel near Galveston Seawall in Galveston
As a guest of The Mariner, you'll find an outdoor pool and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Galveston hotel.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Mariner offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Mariner Hotel
The Mariner Galveston
The Mariner Hotel Galveston

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Mariner to the airport?

The Mariner is 36.3 mi (56-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mariner?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mariner on Jun 14, 2026 start from $54, 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.

Does The Mariner have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Mariner.

How close is The Mariner to the beach?

This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Seawall Beach and 4-minute walk from Porretto 27th Street. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Mariner offer free breakfast?

The Mariner does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Mariner?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Mariner?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Mariner?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Mariner have a pool?

The Mariner features an outdoor pool.

Does The Mariner have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Mariner to downtown Galveston?

The Mariner is 0.8 mi away from Galveston.

The Mariner Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 449 out of 1058 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1058 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1058 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1058 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 115 out of 1058 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Peaceful. A great budget friendly place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the beach right across the street easy access to sea wall and strand area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Donny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just ok good location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good service and great view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good value and good location, friendly staff, I did not experience any issues during my visit.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This is where we stay the night before a cruise. It’s close and convenient. It’s an older “Motel” that has been semi remodeled repainted whatever you wanna call it. The sheets were clean the floors and sinks and bathrooms were clean and it’s an exceptional right for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Amenities
Room is fine for the price, basic. Nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jon

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
barebone lodging option, good bang for the buck. Convenient location to the ocean and just 20 min walk to cruise terminals (we ended up hailing a uber anyway but definitely walkable for the energetics). To the east of the hotel, there are several wallet-friendly dining options, we enjoyed the little family Italian pizza place, apparently it is also a favorite among the locals.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Katie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only redeeming quality of this property was the beautiful view of the beach. Room and property were filthy. Lots of cockroaches. Gross stains on walls. Breakfast was a plate of packaged muffins. Staff seemed uninterested and annoyed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not fancy but clean and everything works. Great value right on the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Takarra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great central location to our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff has always been friendly and easy to communicate with on all my visits here.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a nice place to stay and it’s right on the seawall
Direct view of ocean
Good fridge no freezer
Wall in shower
Dining table
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Like the closeness to the beach. Directly across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ira

Accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great service , wonderful mini vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, clean, and safe hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Shane

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found a cockroach in our room when we walked in. The floor was kind of gross. It was right next to the beach which was alright.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and right across the beach perfect location I would stay here again and the price is very reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great price for a hotel room that close to the beach. Awesome view and beautiful sun rises on the ocean in the mornings. Friendly and helpful staff. Everyone is going to have a different opinion and there are many people that just like to complain about anything but its based on your experience. I had my 2 little girls and we had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks you the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AC was cold. Safe area. Check in was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and decent room nothing fancy but it worked for a short 1 day stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025