As a history buff, I love places that have a great story to tell. Unfortunately for our stay, the story I have to tell about this “hotel” is not a good one. This place is rich in history but its current state is pitiful…from the outside to the inside is just terrible. The lawn had not been mowed in who knows when. Then I understand they were going through renovations, but why would you put people in areas or rooms that needed work? I cannot explain the condition of this hotel other than find something else; maybe your car?! Our 18 month old almost stuck her finger in one of the outlets that were not correctly covered. If you are into “The Shining”, this is your place. It’s a shame that a place that is registered with the National Historical Commission is in this state of disrepair. The one shining spot of the hotel was its staff, but that’s it. Sorry Hotel Luther…. You need to get it together and SOON!
This review is focused on the hotel itself. Not Palacios the city. That will be in another review.The staff were friendly. While Im sorry i cant recall the ladies name that checked us in. She was professional, respectful very kind. I had no issues with the level of service. The outside needed to be repainted. Plain and simple. When first arriving and seeing the whole building my fiancé immediately mumbled haunted. So, she was apprehensive the whole time. I nor her experienced any sort of activity. Zero. The room was decent. Bed decent. But caused a lot of tossing and turning so sleep was rough. No ceiling fan. Cold shower one night no matter how long we left the hot water side on. If your over 54 the shower head will be to low. Amana Window unit for ac. The tv was mounted on the wall but the batteries was not good on the tv remote and i had to push the buttons at the tv. Roku was set up. However, the internet connection was irritatingly spotty. If you have kids and they need wind down and internet does that for them. Then your out of luck.I will leave you with this. It feels like you going to grannys home but with a funeral home feel.I had no issues with guest noise, no issue with service. I suppose its a hard balance when ownership does not have a lot of money to spend to bring this ol girl back to her glory. We well go back and stay but get one with a kitchenette as it seems easier to cook for ourselves than depend on the restaurants.
The Luther Hotel has an amazing history as well as a long list of famous visitors. Mrs. Baker, the lady who currently runs the hotel, is sweet as can be. Each room has its own feel to it. We have stayed there twice and visited many times, each was a great experience. There really is nothing like sitting in one of the rocking chairs on the front porch and watching the waves.
Hotel is in very poor condition. Despite being a historical building the staff are poorly trained and equipped to manage a proper hotel. Rooms are musty, sheets and towels are stained and torn. The building has numerous electrical issues and doors and windows don’t work, close or secure properly. Would do everything possible to never stay there again. Sleeping in a vehicle would be a better option.
Not what was expected at all, I understand the hotel was under renovations, but this is something straight out of a horror movie rooms not in proper working condition. Parts of flooring opened up, electrical, plumbing issues. Vintage, Yes. But to the point where it should be closed until complete. Like Fully complete and maybe just maybe I’d give a chance at staying here. I called almost 3 months in advance to book rooms and one was lost and the other was not the proper room originally booked. Sad and I hate having to write a negative review on places but it’s just not suitable to stay in especially if you have a family with little ones. Just not a comfortable feeling at all.
Understand that this hotel is in repair from winter storm and in some cases, Harvey. If you are looking for an upscale place, you will find those in the surrounding hotels near Palacios. The hotel will take you way back in time. Something youd experience in the Mayberry days of Andy Griffith. I kid you not. It is a charming hotel. Creaky floors, original doors, windows above the doors, very charming! Ms. Chellette Baker manages the property. Precious lady! What to expect at your stay. If your room comes with a full kitchen, understand that it comes with micro, small refrigerator, small coffee pot, but NO STOVE. They have all the utensils, including cooking pans, etc, but no stove. Bring an electric skillet if you plan to do some cooking. Bring a 3 ponged adapter for two ponged since outlets are for two if you plan to use surge protector on wall. When you plan to shower, turn water on and allow to run 15 minutes for hot water to reach your unit. There was great damage to hot water heaters due to ice storm. Repairs are slow, but theyre doing their best. Water pressure in shower is slow. What you can expect is a very relaxed experience in the lobby or front porch getting to know the other guests. After two nights, I felt like Id known them for years! Internet connection is fine, TV channels/cable is fine. Room was very, very clean and one of the most comfortable beds Ive slept in. Great getaway for single, couple and families alike. Lots of great fishing just walking distance. Most of the restaurants in Palacios are closed on Sundays. If your agenda includes a Sunday, plan to either prepare meals in the room or there is a DQ, Sonic, Simple Simon Pizza (excellent pizza) and Subway available. Restaurants to try are Trans, Palacios Mexican Restaurant, The Point, and Dannys Seafood (One of my favorites). Check Google to restaurant hours. Some will close during major holidays, so plan ahead.
Nice employees but place is a dump. Light fixtures hanging from the ceiling, broken blinds on the window, door barely shuts and locks. I’m sure it’s had its day but that day is long gone.
We absolutely loved the Luther Hotel. Would have loved to have met Jack. He sounds like an amazing guy! Miss Baker and her staff were amazing!!!
My wife and I loved it.Something totally differentSometimes we all need to explore different viewsDifferent places .The staff was so nice very attentive.Very welcoming.I have absolutely no complaints at all.Would we visit again absolutely.VERY HISTORICAL..
My daughter and I resently stayed at the Luther Hotel for 2 nights. We had an awesome time resting and relaxing. The view is breath taking. The staff is wonderful and the rooms are extremely clean. The hotel is packed with so much history, I will have to go back several times to even scratch the surface.
This historic hotel is a gem on the gulf coast. The rooms are very unique. Ours had a small living space with a pull out bed, kitchen, and separate bedroom. Jack makes every guest feel wholly welcomed. You get a sense of love and history the moment you walk in the door.
Jack was awesome with our family. The kids enjoyed every moment. They want to hang out at the hotel versus going anywhere else. It had an added plus of having a fishing spot right across the hotel. The rooms were perfect for our family and felt like an apartment.
The place needs some work. The owner is on his own trying to fix the place up after Harvey. Its a historical hotel. I did sleep very well. The pillows are great & I normally dont sleep well lol. But the other guest & the owner were all awesome. One of the nicest people you will ever meet.
We recently went to Palacios for the first time and had such a wonderful time. The Luther is an absolute historic gem of a hotel. Keep historic in mind when booking, because if you need shiny and new, this wont be the place for you. If you want wonderful stories, a bit of quirky charm, a warm and friendly staff, all in a really cool old hotel just steps from the water then this is your place. I met so many people who stay regularly at The Luther it almost seems like their extended family. So cool! We absolutely cant wait to go back!
It was a blast spending the night at the Luther hotel. Its like youre going back in time and the history about this hotel is phenomenal. Although the place is historical the bed was extremely comfortable. Too bad the weather wouldnt allow us having a glass of wine at the porch in front of the hotel and enjoying the sunset and the beautiful view over the bay. Thanks Jack for telling us all those wonderful stories, and showing us the Presidential suite in the top of the hotel. Well be back soon for sure. Olinda & John.
A historic beach front place where 3 presidents and 14 super type stars have stayed since 1935 including Roosevelt and Pres. JOHNSON. A HIDDEN GEM .IT IS OLD SCHOOL .each room different.Presidents Suite actually has A T.V (black and white)No elevators but that is why it is so unique and wonderful
No breakfast,no hot water for a hour each time you want to shower.
Jack is greatly missed. Will never forget his stories on the front porch in the evenings. I true piece of Texas history.
This place is extraordinary has alot of history as i walked in it was like visiting the past .Staff is extremely friendly the rooms are unique.Every room is different .Im in town visiting my wife that works out here in Port Comfort. I will definitely stay here again . Across the road is plenty of space to fish off dock or in a boat i love it out here .
It is amazing that this, the oldest pine building in Texas is still standing after 115 years. I love it partly because it is a one minute walk to one of the best fishing piers on the Texas coast. It has a great front porch and lawn with a nice view of the bay. We plan on returning frequently to fish and relax.
What a fantastic place to stay. The people are great, Jack is awesome to talk to so many stories. We stayed in the Ghost room. Nothing to report sorry to say but still my girlfriend would not leave my side anyway lol. This is a hidden gem
Nice quiet spot in a really old building. Very quaint and historical. Ill be back if Im in the area again.
Just the most relaxing and historical place ever. Missing that big front porch with the most beautiful view of the bay. Jack made everyone feel so welcome! Enjoyed spending time on the porch with the other guest!
My other half does maitnance here.The staff is super nice and attentive. Little spooky cool.Also ,right in the water almost.The view ,when you walk out their front door onto the front patio is breathtaking and the breeze of the beach ,hits your face..super..
Have you ever walked into a place and just felt like you belonged? That’s how I felt at the Luther. It felt like home, it had an old world charm that made it seem like it was paused in time. The beauty of it was not lost on me and it is perfect for families. You look out the front door and there is a park, pier, and the beach right across the street. Prefect just doesn’t seem like the right word. It was like home.
Very old hotel with a grand history. Some of the rooms are very nice but overall the hotel needs repairs and remodeling. Beautiful veranda on front of the hotel to sit and enjoy the quiet Texas gulf.
A most wonderful experience ...miss Baker the caretaker is a doll, a very sweet lady..had an awesome Halloween weekend at the haunted hotel...
This is an old historical hotel that has all kinds of history it has a big front porch with big white rocking chairs and you are considered family The owner is one awesome person. You can almost throw a rock from the porch to beautiful beach.
Not sure of present status, it was a quaint old place, but was tending towards being a low end residential hotel, make sure you are in a room with good escape route in case of fire, it is an old wooden structure. Inspect the room before you put pay
The hotel is very clean. Each room is decorated and very quaint. All the staff were very helpful and friendly. Will be back. And there is a story of friendly ghostly spirits!!
The best place to go to kick back and relax and meet awesome new friends. Jack the owner is a wonderful guy. Not the place if you want 5 star but a place with history that is amazing.
Charming hotel steps back to the great old days when hotels like this were star power for visiting celebrities. Ask owner JACK who theyve had performing and staying there.
Was very interesting place. In the middle of renovations and repairs from ice storm so will be much nicer in future
OMG, this hotel is amazing!!!Very friendly people, great hospitality.Myself and all the guest that came in for my wedding stayed at the hotel and it was a very special time. All my guest loved the hotel.
Is was great....We have been staying there for years........quite and peaceful
Have never stayed here yet but I think it would be fun.I love palacios.fun place to fish off the piers.not crowded.great for kayaking .of course amazing for boating.4th of July was great.
Just dropped in to check it out and find out pricing. U was given a small tour and also got some back ground on the place. I am very excited to go and stay a weekend with my daughter and some of her friends.
Loved my stay here. There was live music on the front porch the night I stayed. Very chill, laid back place. Great owners.
We had an Amazing time, took my grandchildren to the Halloween carnival and Haunted house, love the Hotel I can just imagine how it was back in the day, Jack is the most nicest person we met, he told us the history of the hotel, my grandchildren Loved him, it was my first time here and am already planning my next trip, Everybody here in Palacios make you feel so welcomed!!!!💖💖
Very nice people with big hearts and open arms.... Felt very homey and welcoming...
Wonderful place to stay! Jack is the nicest! Rooms comfy!! Atmosphere the best!!! Beautiful porch to sit and relax with a nice view
Lovely older hotel, lots of history , staff was very friendly showing me around and telling me the history of the hotel.
A lot of history, Jack the owner very sweet man. Rt across from the bay. you meet people from every wheres. Just a very nice place to stay and very family friendly.
This hidden jewel is my go to place to escape the frenzy of Houston and simply be simple. Jack Findley and Diedra will absolutely ensure that you are well taken care of and the ghosts of LBJ, Shirley Temple, Rita Heyworth, and the thousands of guests who have enjoyed the charm and beauty of the Tres Palacios Bay grace the Halls of this Southern gem
This is a gorgeous, well preserved hotel. Owner is very friendly and prices are great. We are enjoying our stay.
To be honest i didnt know they rented out rooms. But they have a lot of history in there. And i want to stay the night there because i heard its haunted ever since i was a kiddo.
Didnt get to stay there but did visit and we plan a trip and stay there in our future. So much awesome history!! Good enough for Rita Hayworth goid enough for me!
We love this place. Jack is a great host. There is a lot of history in this hotel.
Me and my family always feel welcome here when we come love the roomsand enjoy the beach and park in the front of the hotel and love the restaurants around the town
Come and relax and step back in time. Love Jack, love the fishing peer, I just love this town. Come here often. Also try the Blessing Hotel.
Clean, historical, quaint. Great stay! Jack is a wonderful host. Best rustic stay in Palacios!
Welcome to 1920. This is a great place to kick back and enjoy the oldn days. Just good service without all the technology. Truly a getaway from the norm.
Jack is the Greatest host, he always make you feel welcome!!!! Love this old historic hotel!!!
The Luther Hotel was very interestingI didnt know it was so oldThere is a lot to learn from that historical hotelWe took a tour and it was nice
Very relaxed atmosphere, welcoming, great fishing walking distance, family oriented!
Wonderful staff and establishment. Had a lovely time sitting out on the porch and visiting. Felt like I was with long time friends.
This is a historical building in a beautiful area. Some rooms have a small kitchen and living room like area.
Supposed to be haunted great location and beautiful grounds across the street from the bay. fishing sightseeing walking playground pier and a beach
Jack!!!! AMAZINGThe view of the bay!!!Felt better than home. Music, laughter hospitality, and extras. Can not wait to go back!
Unless you are that munsters who want to say in a decrypt hotel bed and breakfast com and joy the facilities otherwise ata6 home. Worst time ever.
Only got to see the outside, but OMG!! 110 years old, beautiful, majestic! A perfect hotel by the sea.
My husband and I stayed here recently and we loved it!
Always relaxing beautiful sunrise good people jack even come hang out with you if hes not busy
I cannot find any website that allow to make reservations at this hotel and their webpage is no longer working.......
Perfect old place with lots of history very close to fishing
Very nostalgic Hotel, quiet environment I had a comfortable stay there.
I love this place. Jack makes it feel like home cant wait to go back.
LOVE LOTS OF HISTORIES. FEEL LIKE YOU ARE BACK TO 1950S.. THIS SURE HELPS ME GETTING YOUNGER.
Old hotel with lots of charm. The owner is awesome and welcoming, the city is quaint.
The best Hotel in Palacios 💖💗💞 They treat you like family and always make u feel welcome.
Great customer service.Nice and peacefulAn awesome view and walking distance to the ocean.
This is a great place to stay if in Texas. Great history and Jack is the best.
Love The Luther Hotel, so restorative and the people cant be beat, absolutely wonderful experience
Had two days to just get away, peaceful, affordable off the beaten path, will return soon.
To be honest with you I dont remember staying here but I think I liked it
Nice people, and great historical place! Areas to walk by the ocean, and fishing.
Beautiful historic hotel. Staff is friendly and informative.
Peaceful ❤ my kind of place I dont need no fancy Hotel
Nice and friendly place right on the beach and has alot of history to the place
What a GREAT view of the Bay from the rocking chair on the porch even though I had a broken foot!!!
Great nostalgic hotel!!! Jack, the owner is a really nice eccentric guy!!
Wonderful hotel, great location, friendly owner! Love it!
Great place and wonderful environment. Its like walking back in time.
Very quaint and old time, great location though right on the water basically.
Very historic feel. Takes you back in time. Friendly innkeeper. Old fashioned and laid back.
Has awesome character & history. Very nice and affordable. Right on the bay.
Great place to stay in Palacious. Very comforting and relaxing.
We had a great time a nice place to relax.
We love Mr. Jack and the Luther Hotel! Cannot wait to come back!!
Nice place not very hospitable had a few issues with bugs and air conditioner problems but all in all was great for the price
If youre looking for something fancy dont bother. Rustic with a ton of history!
Grand adventure. Thank you Jack.Looking forward to our next visit.Richard
Definitely worth the money. Beautiful view and amazing people.
Rustic old hotel with great location right on the bay.
Great location very historical a must try.
Good night sleep very friendly and knowledgeable people
It is a little run down but that is to be expected of a historical place. It is a little quaint place.
Beautiful historic hotel, overlooking the bay in palacios
Hotel is in a nice spot but is very old
Historical, Friendly, quiet, with a view over looking the water.
Amazing historic hotel!
I would love to find out more about the place but cant find phone number or pricing abywhere!?
Beautiful and so close to all the activities....
Charming Historic Hotel, with Jack, the best host ever--
Right across the street from the best Fishing spot in that city
Their hotel is simple yet outstanding
Great staff
Love this place. Best place to stay
Great view, currently being renovated.
Friendly staff nice rooms
Extremely pleasant experience!
I would love to stay there..
Friendly staff and has lots of character.
Its old but its pretty epic
Nice beach front hotel.
Best place ,great food
Its a very positive environment
Saw three ghosts and a vampire
We enjoyed Santa...
Filthy, filthy, filthy...Look under the mattresses!😲
Old hotel with interesting stories
Like going back 50 years
Great historical place
This is the picture of Luther hotel by the Bay
Great place to stay
Nice views
Amazing history and hotel
Niceee
Beautiful
Great place and staff
Best place in Palacios
Historically great
Good
Its a great place.
Good
Nice
Its haunted
Interesting history.
Gooooooood
Beautiful place. Good attention nice view of the bay
I recommend them very well
The beach very clean
Total reviews rating 4.4
152 Reviews for Luther Hotel 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-12I came to Palacios for my best friends wedding. Booked a 4 day stay and upon arrival at the airport had some issues with my car rental. I ended up spending an extra 500 to get a vehicle. My friend stopped to pay for my room since I was going to have a later arrival. And after explaining the situation, the front desk dropped my room price! I was shocked. It absolutely wasnt necessary, but definitely sweet. Upon arrival, yes, a lot of people have complained the building needs work. And repainted. But I actually like the charm of it. Its over a hundred years old and being restored. You cant expect it to be like a Wyndham. My room is nice and cool, has a beautiful beach theme and I love that they are redoing the original floors. The front desk person is also very very sweet. She shared some of the history with me and was just a joy to talk to..they are working really hard to restore this place. It hasnt been easy with the pandemic and hurricanes. I will definitely be looking forward to seeing the progress when I return to Palacios ❤️
Review №2
2022-03-15I found this place by sheer luck... If you like history this is an absolute must-see must stay kind of place! The ladies were super friendly super helpful. The View is absolutely breathtaking
Review №3
2022-06-12My time was good but I was going downstairs while shooting a video and caught a ghost in the window but that wasn’t the scariest part the ghost pulled off my sheets and my younger brother kept pointing to the dark hallway and saying there was a monster he did this multiple times
Review №4
2022-06-17Family stays there every time they come and visit a great Classic Hotel with a few ghost stories in a great view up top from the deck where you can go have a drink and watch the sunrise.
Review №5
2022-07-01Its old but still standing and trying hard to just survive. Lots of history worth a visit if not to just sit on the front porch and look at the great view out to sea.
Review №6
2021-07-31This weekend was our first time staying at Luther Hotel and we loved it! Every person we encountered was friendly and they treated each other like family. It was lovely meeting the lady who runs it, Ms. Baker and hearing her tell us about the hotels history. The suite we stayed in was plenty big for four growing kids and family friend. It had everything we needed and was clean. We met the lady in charge of housekeeping and you can clearly tell that she is passionate about the Hotel and making rooms comfortable for customers.
Review №7
2021-07-22The hotel itself is lovely, their employees, otherwise. Starting in March or April of this year I began looking for somewhere to stay while my house was being built (1-3 months) I spoke to people on several different occasions, including a man who may have been the manager (John, maybe?) And were more than happy to accommodate me. I explained that I didnt have a date, but had hoped to make a reservation in July or August. A young man even showed me a few rooms on one occasion.Fast forward to July, I have two weeks notice to find somewhere to live and I made my reservation. Today, a woman claiming to be the manager called me and told me they could not accommodate me. I have a degree in business and have worked at customer service jobs my entire working life. Her reasons , though they were valid, her attitude was awful.Imagine my surprise, after having planned this for several months now, to not being accommodated? I have 2 weeks to find somewhere to myself and my three children to live.Heres the problem: The woman told me they dont do it because of fire risk, due to cooking. This is both quite understandable and valid. What is not understandable, nor valid, was her sharing that they only accommodate certain (tax free = state employees) workers and people from the plant. This is bad customer service, a customer should not be privy to such information.Next, I told her I was shocked, because I had spoken to different people several months ago including a man named Daniel, to which she replied, well, you didnt talk to me, and Daniel is just a guy that volunteers here sometimes.This is horrible customer service. I talked to a tall middle aged man who I remember distinctly saying he was the owner, or perhaps son of the owner. Secondly, perhaps most importantly, she just told a potential customer and stranger than a man who worked the front desk had no idea what he was talking about. Right away, it created doubts in my mind. A front desk worker cannot be trusted to conduct business, but can be trusted with sensitive information?Such a beautiful and historical hotel should, if not make an effort to employ efficient people then at the very least educate, inform and train all people who represent the Luther hotel / brand. This could (and should) have been handled much better. Im saddened disappointed in the lack of organization in the customer service. Its worth restating, I completely understand and support their reasoning. But this was not handled well; I spoke to different people on at least two occasions, in person, and its highly disappointing that neither could have conveyed this information to me. Now, I am left scrambling to find temporary housing and far worse, with a very bad taste of the Luthers business model (or lack thereof) in my mouth. I would hope that it does better in the future.
Review №8
2021-10-24This hotel is currently under renovation but despite it all, it is definitely a historical piece of beauty. The place as slowly coming alive again. Thank you to the welcoming staff for your kindness. We truly intend to revisit again.
Review №9
2021-08-16I dont know how anyone stays anywhere else! Surprisingly fast WiFi and a vintage setting that is becoming more and more difficult to find. Anywhere! You can feel the years of love from different people who have added to the place. If you want to know about the city and surrounding area, just spend five minutes on the porch. Youll hear the best tips from the awesome people who work here and other travelers who stay here. The rooms are more like a small house, not saying theyre massive, but tall ceilings with a kitchen and dining area, and the view from the porch is out of this world. Ill definitely be back!
Review №10
2022-01-21Our visit was an all-around excellent experience. We will definitely stay at the Luther Hotel again in the future.