The home is located near the Strand historic district. Children over 10 are welcomed. This is a no smoking zone, and a minimum stay is required on some peak weekends. All the rooms in this beachside hotel have private balconies with gulf views. Other facilities include a restaurant, outdoor pool, lounge, and fitness center.
Children stay free with parents.
Built in 1911, the hotel has had its ups and downs, but has been fully restored to reflect its colorful history. With eight stories, the hotel has mostly well appointed standard hotel rooms, but also has a few deluxe suites. In the past, the hotel has provided guest memberships in a country club and racquet club. The Galvez anchors the historic Strand Distrrict from its prime location on Seawall Boulevard, close to the northern end of the island. A municipal campground with a beachfront setting, this facility offers flush toilets, a playground, grocery store, playground, and laundry.