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The Mensing Loft • Gilded Age Strand • Walk to Everything

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Elegant hallway with gleaming hardwood floors and soft light.
Drift off in your coastal bedroom with crisp linens and nautical touches that bring seaside serenity home.
Relax on your cozy sofa while the kids enjoy the fun bunk beds in this bright, comfortable room with beautiful city views.
Your fully equipped kitchen features granite counters, white cabinetry, and all appliances needed for memorable meals during your stay.
Relax in your thoughtfully designed living space with plush seating, modern art, and an open kitchen—perfect for unwinding after exploring.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Water park access

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Strand Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pier 21
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Back upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bunkroom

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Front upstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Mensing Loft • Gilded Age Strand • Walk to Everything

The Mensing Loft sits at the corner of Strand and 22nd St, inside an 1882 cast iron mercantile hall built by German immigrant grocer H.H. Mensing. We kept the soul of the building: floor-to-ceiling windows, exposed brick, and heavy timber floors that once held coffee bound for cowboy towns. Then we added three bedrooms, two baths, and a kitchen you'll actually want to cook in.

You are literally on The Strand. Walk to galleries, speakeasies, coffee roasters, and the harbor. Dinner and drinks are steps away.

This isn't a cookie-cutter condo. It's a Gilded Age mercantile hall with 140 years of stories.

Come make yours.
GVR16117

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
There is a trash chute in the laundry room, which is next-door to loft 208. Please put your tied up bagged trash through that chute.
Leave towels in the bathroom
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR16117
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Galveston

Located in Strand Historic District, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this apartment is near theme parks and by the sea. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Moody Gardens. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Haunted Mayfield Manor are also worth visiting. Windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Strand Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pier 21 - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port of Galveston - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand 1894 Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Galveston Railroad Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Katie's Seafood House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brews Brothers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La King's Confectionery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hearsay on the Strand - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mensing Loft • Gilded Age Strand • Walk to Everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mensing Loft • Gilded Age Strand • Walk to Everything?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mensing Loft • Gilded Age Strand • Walk to Everything on 2 June 2026 start from NZ$848, 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.

How much is parking at The Mensing Loft • Gilded Age Strand • Walk to Everything?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Mensing Loft • Gilded Age Strand • Walk to Everything?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mensing Loft • Gilded Age Strand • Walk to Everything?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Mensing Loft • Gilded Age Strand • Walk to Everything located?

Located in Strand Historic District, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston. Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Juan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at The Loft in Galveston while attending a family wedding and had a great overall experience. The place was very clean, comfortable, and exactly as advertised in the listing—no surprises at all, which we really appreciated. The check-in and check-out process was simple and smooth, making the stay easy from start to finish.The location is also a big plus. It’s right on The Strand, which made it convenient to explore the area, grab food, and enjoy the historic district without needing to drive everywhere.Pros:• Very clean• Easy check-in and check-out• Accurate listing with zero surprises• Great access to The Strand and nearby attractionsCon: (Nothing to do with the rental). The only downside was parking. We ended up paying about 2.25 per hour for around 20 hours for two cars, which added up quickly. If you’re bringing multiple vehicles or staying longer, it’s something to plan for.Overall, it’s a great place to stay in Galveston, especially if you want to be close to the action downtown. We would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

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