Rail-Hotel

★★★★★

“We had a family group of nine staying the night before our cruise and could not have been happier about our stay! The team at the museum, especially David and our porter, Dennis, were super welcoming and helpful with information about our stay and nearby dining options. The Bonnie Brook train car was so unique, and access to the museum let us get out and stretch our legs. We absolutely recommend this stay and will likely stay again the next time we’re in town.”

★★★★★

“Very cool location, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. As a plus, the location is right across the street from Cruise Terminal 26, so it was a quick walk to board the Disney Magic.”

Nathan

★★★★★

“Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to sleep on a train back in the good old days? Well, you can do exactly that at the Galveston Railroad Museum’s Rail Hotel. My family and I spent the night in the historic Bonnie Brook railcar, a 1949 rail coach once used by Jackie Gleeson. The car has been renovated to serve as a private suite, allowing guests to eat, sleep, and dine like passengers did during the golden era of railroads. Along with modern amenities like Wi-Fi and a widescreen television, our suite also included complimentary bottled water, a basket of muffins prepared by a local bakery, and a bag of saltwater taffy provided by a local confectionery. Best of all, the museum was within walking distance of downtown, providing easy access to local shops, restaurants, and the cruise terminal. My family and I only needed to wake up and walk to our cruise ship. If you have always dreamed of sleeping on a train, this suite is perfect for you and your family.”

Laura L

★★★★★

“Highly recommend this very cool option when staying in Galveston. Unlike anything else, it’s an exciting change of pace for an overnight stay. The railcar is super clean and looks recently refurbished. The staff was over-the-top in efforts to assure we had everything we needed. We stayed during RailFest, but any time is a good time for this property. We will definitely be back.”

Duke