Location. The Tremont House (Texas) is an elegant European-style hotel located in the center of Galveston Island's Strand Historic District. Numerous unique shops, art galleries, dining venues and historic attractions are within walking distance of the hotel. Galveston Bay and Seawall Boulevard are within three miles. The Strand Theatre is across the street and the Grand 1894 Opera House is five blocks away. Hotel Features. The Tremont House offers a blend of 19th-century charm and 20th-century sophistication with style. The hotel's sun-dappled four-story atrium lobby showcases the imposing Toujouse Bar, meeting facilities feature elegant ballrooms catering to events large and small, and the rooftop terrace offers panoramic views of the sunset and ships crossing Galveston's port. A fitness center features Cybex exercise equipment. Guests also have privileges at the hotel's sister hotel, including complimentary use of the pool. The on-site Merchant Prince restaurant serves Gulf Coast seafood and American fare.

Guestrooms. The Tremont House offers 117 guestrooms featuring custom-crafted period reproduction furnishings. Room interiors include glazed French doors, hardwood floors, and high ceilings with ceiling fans. Premium bedding is accented by pillowtop mattresses, and marble bathrooms are decorated with hand-painted tiles, European-style towel warmers and designer toiletries. Guestrooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access and cable television.

Expert Tip. For a delightful ride down 19th-century streets and boulevards to the water's edge, guests can board the Galveston Island track trolley, which stops at the hotel's front door.

Room Types:

Run of House Non-Refundable:   One queen bed or two queen beds with pillowtop mattresses. Antique-style furnishings. High-speed and wireless Internet access (surcharge). Cable TV. Marble bathroom. Hair dryer.

Run of House:   One queen bed or two queen beds with pillowtop mattresses. Antique-style furnishings. High-speed and wireless Internet access (surcharge). Cable TV. Marble bathroom. Hair dryer.

Driving Directions: From Houston Hobby Airport: Follow signs to I-45 South toward Galveston. Once in Galveston, I-45 South becomes Broadway. Follow Broadway to 23rd Street and turn left. Drive 7 blocks to Ships Mechanic Row and turn left. The hotel is located on the right.