Octopus Lounge on Strand- historic neighborhood, local shops and dining

Galveston, Texas
$219 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Apartment

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Restored in 2024, the Octopus Lounge blends history, luxury, and convenience in The Strand Historic District. The loft provides comfort and style for quick visits before a cruise, longer vacations, or accommodating a traveler with work-from-home needs. Enjoy local shopping, restaurants, and festivals within walking distance.
The loft supports modern lifestyle amenities in the fully restored 1878 JS Brown Building, which is a rare public offering in a building from famous Galveston architect Nicholas Clayton. After an extensive restoration was completed in 2024, the Octopus Lounge now offers a sprawling entertaining-focused kitchen and open-layout common area, Central AC, modern bathrooms, and yet retains historic charm like original Texas heartpine floors and 12 foot windows.

The loft boasts a private new art installation by famed local artist (Gabriel Prusmack: @gabsmack87), and the common area is bathed in natural sunlight by a large new skylight. Galveston’s best shopping, nightlife, restaurants and the cruise terminal are within walking distance.

Sleeping accommodations for up to 8 guests in either: (A) one bedroom with a queen bed and full private ensuite bathroom (shower, toilet, vanity), or (B) the 2nd bedroom with featuring 3 semi-private loft-style beds (queen, queen, and double) and its own ensuite bathroom (shower, toilet, vanity). All mattresses are Simmons Beauty Rest, and the unit includes access to private laundry facilities.

The south-facing loft provides easy-access for all the local festivals (Dickens, Mardi Gras, Lone Star Rally, Shrimp Festival, etc.) that are happening at your front door! The Octopus Lounge provides comfort and style whether your visit requires a quick stay before a cruise, longer vacation requiring entertainment or relaxation, or accommodating a traveler with work-from-home needs.

Guests have private use of the entire home on the 2nd level of the JS Brown Building, which is accessed through a shared stairwell. There is no elevator in the building.

Entrance to the property and home is through electronic security keypad.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Local Artist Showcase Locally-owned & Organized Tours & Activities Unit Size: 1600 Sq Ft (149 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Change Of Towels (on Request) Housekeeping (on Request)
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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Review Review

  • michele

    Submitted Feb 2, 2026

    Stayed Jan 30, 2026

    Had a wonderful stay at the Octopus lounge. Perfect for two couples, very spacious, amazing location. Would definitely recommend!

  • Jay

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    Right in the middle of the Strand! Clean, comfortable, and spacious. Very easy to communicate with management. We’ll be back!

  • Laura

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    Big open space with plenty of room for the family. Pancake mix, syrup, coffee and tea were provided. Huge plus when traveling with kids. We were able to pay for early check in which helped with our morning arrival.

  • Christi R.

    Submitted Jan 25, 2026

    Stayed Jan 16, 2026

    Such a cool place! Very clean, great location, and the host was very informative. We will be staying here again!

  • Steven L.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2026

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    The place was very nice and the location was excellent location.

  • casey h.

    Submitted Dec 27, 2025

    Stayed Dec 24, 2025

    Awesome place to stay and perfect location!!!

  • Nancy B.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2025

    Stayed Dec 12, 2025

    Host is amazing and the location is perfect

  • David P.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2025

    Stayed Nov 27, 2025

    Host interaction,mattresses very uncomfortable

  • Toni T.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    The place was clean and easily accessed. The location was fabulous.

  • Megan H.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    The place was fantastic. Location was great, space was clean and we really enjoyed everything about it.

  • Cricket M.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2025

    Stayed Sep 24, 2025

    Gorgeous and spacious! Perfect location right on the strand!

  • Duane B.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Beautiful place in the center of the strand. Excellent host, very clean and well appointed! Great place to stay!

  • Alexis Z.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    This property was perfect! Location downtown Galveston was walking distance to all of our favorite restaurants and places to visit. Only had to use our car when we wanted to go to the beach. Priced very fair and housed our big family of 7 comfortably. Would definitely recommend and we will be back!

  • Joshua R.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    Perfect

  • Mark C.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    The place is amazing and everything very clean.

  • April P.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    We loved this spacious, super clean apartment on Strand Street. The location was perfect-close to the beach and right in downtown. Each bedroom having its own bathroom was a big plus (the bunk bed room was very cool) and the open kitchen/living space made it easy for our group to gather. Highly recommend and would stay again!

  • Eric C.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    Directly on the Strand, very clean and comfortable. Would stay again and recommend!

  • Jenny P.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 24, 2025

    The location is fantastic! Super easy check in. The apartment is beautiful and has everything you need. I have 2 daughters, 13 and 9, they loved the bunkbed/loft.

  • Samuel S.

    Submitted May 11, 2025

    Stayed May 8, 2025

    We couldn’t have asked for better! This property turned out better than the listing suggests. Location was perfect for our 2 night stay, everything we wanted was within walking distance.Property was exceptionally clean, Check in and out was simple. We will definitely stay here again!

  • Charidy K.

    Submitted May 10, 2025

    Stayed May 2, 2025

    Octopus Lounge is the perfect location to enjoy all the Strand has to offer. The apartment was well stocked and cared for. Taryn did a great job of communicating when we had a slight hiccup. Definitely would rent again.

  • Shelly M.

    Submitted Mar 25, 2025

    Stayed Mar 21, 2025

    Exactly as advertised. Lovely loft that was perfect for 2 couples. Would also be great for large families. The loft is right on the strand. You could not have a better location.

  • Susanne E.

    Submitted Mar 8, 2025

    Stayed Feb 28, 2025

    This property is wonderful. Owners were very responsive. Will definitely stay here again

  • Steve P.

    Submitted Feb 6, 2025

    Stayed Jan 30, 2025

    Weekend get away with friends to escape winter. Location cannot be beat and fair rates for what you are getting. Would stay here again in the future. Spacious common area with full kitchen that has everything you will need and 2 nice bedrooms with ensuites. Right in the center of the Strand you are blocks away from restaurants and the harbour. Property manager was super helpful and easy to get in touch with. When we go back to Galveston will plan on staying here again.

  • Jeffrey B.

    Submitted Jan 21, 2025

    Stayed Jan 16, 2025

    Excellent location and property.

  • Cassandra G.

    Submitted Dec 17, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Our family participated in the Galveston Shrimp Fest as a vendor. The property was the perfect set up for us and in a perfect location.

  • Ariana K.

    Submitted Dec 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    Great location

  • Nancy B.

    Submitted Dec 16, 2024

    Stayed Dec 13, 2024

    7 adults all family in for the ballet. It was a perfect location and able to walk for anything we needed.

  • frank h.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Aug 24, 2024

    This property is one of the best I have ever stayed in! It was super clean and smelled new. It's in a great location to shops and not far at all from the beach. My 13 year old daughter absolutely loved the bunk bed/loft room, as did my wife and I! Such a fun place to stay and they have thought of everything incase you forget to bring something. Definitely recommended!!!

  • Jessica C.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 1, 2024

    Our family of five really enjoyed this stay. The loft is beautiful! We were able to walk to restaurants and shops. Would definitely stay again.

  • Lori M.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2024

    Stayed Jul 25, 2024

    Wow! What a place! Just returned home and couldn't wait to tell people all about this place. Will definitely book here again!

  • Elizabeth B.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2024

    Stayed Jul 10, 2024

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Octopus Lounge. It was beautiful and very clean! The location is awesome! I loved walking out of the lounge and shopping is right there! We absolutely loved staying there!

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