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Enjoy a Night at the Galveston Museum aboard the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
The Bonnie Brook in Galveston's historic Strand Entertainment District offers a unique stay in a 1949 rail coach. Guests enjoy a garden, playground, and complimentary breakfast with muffins or pastries. In-room WiFi and 24/7 porter service enhance the experience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Strand Historic District, a neighborhood in Galveston, this bed & breakfast is in the mountains and by the sea. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Galveston Railroad Museum.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Port of Galveston - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Texas Medical Branch - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La King's Confectionery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brews Brothers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hearsay on the Strand - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Red Light Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Yaga's Café - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Enjoy a Night at the Galveston Museum aboard the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car

Family-friendly bed & breakfast near Port of Galveston
A short walk from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal, Enjoy a Night at the Galveston Museum aboard the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car provides free breakfast, a garden, and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Games, smoke-free premises, and local meal delivery service
  • Concierge services, books, and an elevator
Room features
All guestrooms at Enjoy a Night at the Galveston Museum aboard the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and offices.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Baby monitors, children's dinnerware, and children's books
  • 3 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Playground

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Office

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: There will be a pet deposit.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children are welcomed.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Perfect for parties.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Perfect for parties.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 31912313

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy a Night at the Galveston Museum aboard the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car pet-friendly?

Yes, this bed & breakfast allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Enjoy a Night at the Galveston Museum aboard the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy a Night at the Galveston Museum aboard the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy a Night at the Galveston Museum aboard the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car located?

This family-friendly Galveston bed & breakfast is located by the sea, just steps from Galveston Railroad Museum and Port of Galveston. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Galveston Seawall are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Enjoy a Night at the Galveston Museum aboard the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

I loved this trip! Staying on this train was such a memory to make! My grandchildren loved it and so did we! It will be something to remember always! It was so clean and inviting and everyone was so nice! If I could afford it I would stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Pre-cruise experience

A great place to stay before a cruise. Easy walking distance. David and Chris go out of their way to make sure you have anything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great interesting night

We stayed here the night before our cruise staff was super accommodating and helpful. The location was cool the only issue we had is the bunks are kinda had and worried some of our party was concerned. Not the establishment fault.our people were skiddish
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

emily t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun for the Kids

The train was a lot of fun for the kids! Staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Galveston getaway

Loved the Bonnie Brook. Everything was great. The porter - Chris took excellent care of us. Loved being able to wander around the grounds when the museum was closed. Memorable experience. I would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Train from the good old days.

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 Train Museum Rail Hotel.My family and I spent the night in the Historic Bonnie Brook Rail Car, 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 used to do back in the golden era of railroads.Along with modern amenities like Wi-fi internet and a widescreen television, our suite also included complementary bottled water, a basket of muffins prepared by a local bakery, and a bag of saltwater taffy provided by a local confectionary.Best of all, the museum was located in mere walking distance of the downtown area, not only allowing easy access to local shops and eateries, but also to the cruise terminal. My family and I only needed to wake up and walk to our cruise ship.If you always dreamed of sleeping on a train, then this suite is perfect for you and/or your family.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Treasa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trains, Beads and King Cake!

I made the reservations for the Bonnie Brook several months ago for Mardi Gras weekend, so we had a long time for the anticipation to build up and we were not disappointed! The 3 grandkids, all under 10, had never experienced a train before, let alone slept on one, and they had a blast. It was right there in the train yard, so we had access to all the trains to explore and the location, right on the Strand, couldn't be more perfect. The kitchen is small and not conducive to much cooking, but we didn't come to cook and the restaurants are all within walking distance. David and Justin were very welcoming and saw to our every need and the King Cake they provided was incredible (David, I need to know where you got it!). Thank you for a very memorable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A classic stay in a vintage Pullman coach

We arrived at the location, and we were greeted by staff and given information and a safety briefing. Justyn was very friendly and helpful. David provided us a written welcome. Very nice touch. The car was a classic built in 1949. We had 5 guests and it was very comfortable for all of us. We had a comfortable night. Nice touch of supplying shampoo and conditioner for each guest. Only thing to keep in mind is that the bedrooms and corridor are narrow and there are some tight spaces. The cars were built at a time when people took a carry-on bag, with the rest of the luggage in the baggage car. Nice to have smaller bags. We were given a nice convenient parking space. This experience reminded me of travelling with my parents and brother on Amtrak when younger. An overall great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Galveston Train

We stayed here the night before our cruise. Incredibly unique experience and everyone there were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Train hotel

Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10/10 Recommend this stay!!!

We had a family group of 9 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, we're 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. Absolutely recommend this stay and we will likely stay again the next time we're in town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eyeguy 2.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING!

We really enjoyed our stay, even though it was rainy. Touring around the museum and the various train cars was super fun. The grandkids (ages 4, 6, 7, 9) were over the moon with this 'surprise' overnight stay before we headed to our cruise. The staff were terrific. The pullman car was awesome. We knew it wouldn't be a spotless, newly built hotel room, but this made it all the more exciting to be in a venue from days gone past.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Time

Unique. Great location adjacent to night life. Friendly staff, nice museum to tour.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Semalee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So much fun!

We had such a good time for our family vacation- 10 guests slept well. Our favorite part was being locked in at night and able to explore without other people around! David was attentive and e loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cantu F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay and unique experience

Great hospitality! Kids loved the experience of not only sleeping on the Bonnie Brook but exploring all the other trains at the museum. Also a great location to downtown and The Strand. Thanks to David for the hospitality and experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love it!

What fun! More room than we expected, great courteous and helpful staff. Interesting look back into rail travel. The grand boys just loved it and, of course, want to come back. The railroad museum is a treasure . Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Trip

Great fun and perfect location for our girls trip! Our host David and Jared the train porter were very helpful and courteous We would definitely book this adventure again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Stayed with 8 ladies and had an incredible time. I highly recommend this experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean R., WILLIS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

A fun experience for all ages. We look forward to our next visit and spending the "Night at the Museum".
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome experience

We LOVED the train and location. It was so nice to step out and be so close to so many things to do. Teen boy was excited to try out all the 'devices' in the trail. Perfect for exploring a bit of history.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

DUKE E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hoot! Hoot!

Everyone in our party was thrilled with their stay. Unique experience on a historic passenger rail car, in a railroad museum and during Railfest! Friendly staff available 24/7.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

12 year old Train Enthusiast Birthday

What an amazing experience!!! David you are Fabulous! Thank you for making this duch a great memorable experience!! Such an authentic train experience!! Wonderful hosts made everything perfect!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely graduation weekend

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience in the historic railcar! In spite of 100°+ temps, the a/c was quite impressive. You must make use of the entire experience by touring the museum. The attendants were very helpful. We easily walked to the strand. I recommend this stay for anyone that enjoys history or unique experiences!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Funtime with grandkids

My grandson loves trains!! When he found out we were staying in the Bonnie Brooke Rail car he couldn't believe it. The train was beautiful, clean,nice toiletries, my grandkids had a blast playing hide and seek, and running around. The muffins for breakfast were good. I would come back for a special occasion. Would be fun for a girls getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allyson C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We love the Bonnie Brook!

We like overnight trains and this was a fun way to experience it with our family, exceeded expectations! The host was warm, welcomimg, and beyond generous with welcome goodies! (Local treats and 2 toy trains for our littles) Our on sight porter was friendly and very helpful. Great location, really close to everything. Our 2yo was so excited and cannot stop talking about it. Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023