The Tremont House - A Wyndham Historic Hotel

2300 Ship's Mechanic Row

Galveston, TX US

Rating: 3

This hotel is a NON-SMOKING facility. Dazzling old world charm in the heart of Galveston's Strand Historic District, this elegant European style hotel, built in 1879, is flawlessly restored and sparkles like a precious gem amidst Galveston's famous collection of Victorian architecture. One hundred and two Victorian inspired guest rooms and 15 suites.

Restaurants

The Merchant Prince

An intimate restaurant serving continental cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Toujouse Bar

Historically significant, serving afternoon tea and evening cocktails.

Room Service

Room service available 24 hours.

Area Restaurants

Guest have signing priveledges at the following, area restaurants: * Bernardo's and Club Galvez at the Hotel Galvez * Fitzpatrick * Luigi's Italian Ristorante * Phoenix Bakery & Coffee House * Strand Brewery

Area Attractions

The Strand Historic District

The Strand District, in which The Tremont House is located, offers many unique shops to find that certain little item you've always been looking for. The Strand National Historical Landmark features one of the most extensive collections of Victorian style buildings in America, while the Visitor Center provides detailed historical information about Galveston Island.

Mardi Gras Museum

Features Galveston's Mardi Gras festivities past and present. Costumes and historical memorabilia are on display as well as models of the Street Arches created for Mardi Gras. The museum also includes a Mardi Gras Gift Shop.

Texas Seaport Museum / Tall Ship Elissa

These attractions examine Galveston's historic port and its influence on the community. The museum highlights the workings of the 19th century port and its role on natural history. THE TALL SHIP ELISSA shows visitors what life was like on the high seas with its "Life at Sea" and "Sound of Sea" exhibits.

The Railroad Museum

Takes visitors back in time inside one of the nations most popular rail museums, the restored Galveston Union Depot. Life-sized "ghosts of travelers past" fill the waiting room where you can actually listen in on their conversations. The museum displays Pullman cars, cabooses, and features the Santa Fe Choo Choo Diner.

Other Area Attractions

* Historic homes * Museums * Tall Sailing Ship "Elissa" * Rainforest Pyramid * Imax 3-D Theater * Moody Gardens * Palm Beach

Recreation

The Grand 1894 Opera House

A year-round performing arts theatre. The theatre has been magnificently restored and is ranked among the nation's finest historical restorations. The Opera House is desingated as "the official Opera House of the State of Texas by the 73rd Legislature." No seat in the theatre is further than seventy feet from the stage, offering a spectacular view for a spectators.

Moody Gardens Discovery Museum and IMAX Theatre

One of Galveston Islands newest museums. As visitors enter this state-of-the-art facility, they are greeted by a life-sized moving and talkng hologram that acquaints them with unusual surroundings. The interactiv eexhibits were developed in cooperation with NASA's Johnson Space Center. The IMAX RIDEFILM THEATER features a 180-degree wrap-around screen.

Lone Star FLight Museum

10-5 daily

Home to one of the finest collections of restored aircraft and aviation exhibits in the nation. Over 40 restored aircraft are displayed and most are in working condition. The collection includes WWII fighters, bombers, liason trainers, and executive planes.

Swimming Pool

Guests have complimentary access to the pool at the Hotel Galvez.

Golf

Guests have membership priveleges at the Galveston Country Club 18-hole championship golf course

Meeting Facilities

* 17,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space, accomodating 10 to 750. * The Tremont House Ballroom with 7,946 square feet of spectacular architecture, elaborate chandeliers, elevator, and catering kitchen * Topgallant Ballroom accomodates up to 350 with striking atrium window overlooking the famed Wentletrap Restaurant * The Sam Houston Ballroom accomodates up to 200 or divides into two ample breakout meeting rooms * The Samuel May Williams Room stands on it's own or divides into three handsome breakout rooms * Roof Top Terrace with panoramic views of Galveston sunsets and the Port of Galveston * Meeting services manager * Mail and package service * Audio visual services * Business services * Creative catering