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Reviews of The Peaceful Pelican

3 out of 5
The Peaceful Pelican
317 East Bay Boulevard, Palacios, TX

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9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 133 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 133 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 133 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 133 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
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Perfectly quaint B&B! Owner was fantastic. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hermine, Houston, TX

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This is a lovely B&B with a calm view of the bay. Palacios is far from the hustle so it’s perfect for a retreat and this is the place you’ll want to stay at. Paula, the owner, is personable and makes the place homey and welcoming. The cute cats fascinated my family. The breakfast was hearty and delicious. A great way to kick back. The suite on the first floor is quiet and has a bath tub and shower. The king bed was comfortable. We slept like babies. While the place may need some cosmetic touch ups it stays cosy and inviting. I would recommend for couples or singles looking for quiet or for a small family of 3. Lots of fishing spots all around.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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Great place to stay!
Very nice and peaceful! Paula is very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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Peaceful
Lovely view from the bandb Paula was extremely helpful. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gene, Redondo Beach, CA

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This is an incredibly unique property. I happened to be there at probably the worst time of the year--not, unfortunately on vacation, but rather for business, but still found the experience very positive. The home itself is lovely and very well kept. However the most important reason to try the Pelican is to meet the owner, who is lovely. She knows the area, has plenty of great suggestions about what there is to do, where to eat, and the breakfast she served was amazing. If you are heading in this direction, or even if you are not planning to, try the Pelican!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Beautiful place, right on the gulf. Would recommend very highly. Will be back to rent out while house.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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Quite and peaceful
It was peaceful, wonderful area as well, no disturbances at all, plan on going back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

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Everything was great about the place. Not much in terms of restaurants or activities to do in the area, but that's not really anything the hotel owner can control.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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The residence was in excellent condition with beautiful old fashioned accomodations. Breakfast was very good plus with a little park and the bay right across the street for an early morning stroll. Palacios was a fun little getaway but peaceful town. If we get the chance, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Palacias

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It was a great B&B on the bay. View was great. Lov
We stayed during 4th of July and everything right in front. Relaxing. Quaint town. Friendly people
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

John

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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Barry, Kemah, TX

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Quiet, Friendly and Comfortable
We very much enjoyed the Pelican. My son and I stayed here during a sailing event and really felt at home. It is on the water with good views and the bed was super comfortable. We also very much enjoyed the "home-cooked" breakfast. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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Very peaceful place to stay. It is a great place for someone looking for a quiet, away from people type of vacation. It was perfect for us retired older people. Breakfast was good and hospitality was excellent. Our room was so very clean and looked over the bay. You couldn't swim in the bay across from the hotel, that was a little disappointing, but we drove over to Matagorda Beach and to Magnolia Beach. Ate at a local restaurant both nights, the food was excellent, highly recommend this restaurant, the Bayside
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Highly recommended! Beautiful home, excellent service, great breakfasts. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

angela, taylor texas

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Peaceful and close to fishing piers
Will definitely be a repeat customer. Paula was extremely nice and made us breakfast every morning, it was like visiting a family member. We woke up, walked across the street and were able to fish on one of the short platforms. The two piers were still damaged from the lasr hurricane but they were fixing them. A short drive and there was still a pier that we could have fished at as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carol, TEXAS

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friendly staff and clean and nice rooms
Friendly staff, great staff and great breakfast . loved visit with other guest and close to the beach. clean and comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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Peaceful pelican
I chose downstairs suite, since I was traveling with my dog. I didn’t know there were at least five stray cats that they feed at back of home. They’re very friendly with humans, but my dog wasn’t too happy with them. This is a heads up for all those allergic to cats! The house is over a 100 years old, so understandably made a lot of noises. My dog once again wasn’t too fond of all of them. Also, there were so many mosquitoes out this time of year. Back door allowed them to enter room easily. Owners do provide off, but no body wants to sleep with that on their bodies. This is a notice for all those with sweet blood prone to getting bites. Check in is easy as there’s no paperwork or showing ID. Actually, you show up and keys are in door of room that you booked. Many times B&B owners were not there to greet guests. For clarity, front door remains open at night. Chef Ruth makes dinner for guests and locals. While it is not a requirement to join, please note that 15-20 people may be visiting and staying late at house. It’s definitely in perfect location across water and sea wall.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jo

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I had an amazing weekend! Totally relaxing! I felt at home! Breakfast was great! Will go back again!!

8/10 Good

Lori

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Cozy B&B
This is a wonderful, quiet Bed & Breakfast! We just wanted to get away for awhile & this was a great place. Ruth was very welcoming and cooked a great breakfast! Our room had a great view of the bay, if the weather would have cooperated, it would have been perfect. It is just a short walk to the water, fishing & picnic areas. The bed could have been a little more comfortable, but overall a very nice room. Really enjoyed the deep, claw footed bathtub in our private bathroom. The house has a nice sun room and a comfortable front porch that looks out over the water. We will definitely go back when the weather is better.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Peaceful is as Peaceful Does
Amazing. Everything about the three days we had here was perfect. Paula was a great help of putting us in places to put our kayaks in the water. She and Colleen did an excellent job with breakfast. We will be back sooner than later.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Belated Valentine's Getaway
It was our first time at a bed and breakfast and we were very impressed. We got there and there was a note on the door, that said to come on in and make yourself at home, so we did. Room was nice and had an awesome view of the bay. In the morning the owner Paul cooked as an awesome breakfast and sat down with us to eat and visited with us all, it was just like a home cooked family breakfast. If your looking for a very relaxing place to chill, we highly recommend it. Be warned though the town is very small and not much to do there short of fishing and relaxing.

10/10 Excellent

Ruth, Edmond, Ok

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Great place to stay
Paula is a lovely, interesting lady. Very helpful finding activities we enjoy. The house is very clean and the bed is cosy comfy. The view from our room and the porch is spectacular! Great access to the walking path along the sea wall. This place is a gem!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

JOHN

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Unique
It is a unique B&B in a unique location. The hostess was very nice and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Joel

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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Wonderful old B&B right across from the bay.
Just a special place to get away from the crowds. The bed was a king sleep number mattress. Comfortable rockers on the front porch for water and bird watching. Everyone feels at home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Emerald

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10/10 Excellent

Tam

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wounderful view of bay very relaxing
relaxing direct view of bay covered porch with wonderful chairs to sit walk the bay walk in front very clean

8/10 Good

Nancy

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Good relax and unwind.
My daughter and I stayed one night here. The town is small, but has some great public piers and a small sand beach. There are chairs on the front porch to watch the bay and the pelicans. There are a few small restaurants in town, and more in Bay City. K2 steak house is lovely. The breakfast was fantastic and our hostess welcoming. There is a lot of fishing in this town. Great to unwind with walks, books, and hooks! Very comfy common rooms. The rooms are not very sound proof so be considerate of your neighbors above, beside and below you! I would recommend two nights so you can really unwind and enjoy the shore. It would be great to bicycle (pretty flat), canoe or kayak (on a bay not the ocean. Bird watching with several locations near by.

8/10 Good

Lea, Dallas, Tx

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Quiet, relaxing B&B
Very quiet and relaxing bed and breakfast. The breakfast was delicious. The rooms were clean, and the owner is kind and hospitable. Not a lot to do in the surrounding town, but a perfect place to catch up on some rest and relax.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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What a wonderful bed and breakfast-- Paula is amazing!! We cant wait to stay here again..

10/10 Excellent

Abigail, Katy

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Peaceful Hotel right by Beach
It was amazing! Nice an cozy in a spacious way! Paula was AMAZING! We stayed I. The Magnolia Room and had 7 windows, all of which you could see the beach out of. Amazing bed and breakfast!
Our spacious bathroom!
View from our room!
I call it the plant room

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Beautiful peaceful getaway
Only downfall was the beach was about 40 miles but still 100% worth it. Very personable owner and chef Ruth was incredible. Would definitely recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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10/10 Excellent

Cindy, Houston

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Peaceful Indeed
Beautiful historical home with lots of charm and thoughtful detail. Very nice breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

beverly, San Antonio

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Would stay again in a heartbeat.
The Peaceful Pelican absolutely exceeded expectations. The room was very comfortable and the bathroom was large. Paula was sweet and accommodating. The location was perfect, near the water and I would definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Taylor, Seguin, Texas

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It was really nice and relaxing!
It was our first b&b experience and we were not disappointed. Planning on returning in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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The view from the Magnolia Room is awesome! You have a great view of the water and the sunrise

10/10 Excellent

William

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Relaxing place
If you want somewhere peaceful this is for you. Lovely house with great hospitality and excellent breakfasts.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Excellent view from hotel
Clean, comfortable, and cozy bed and breakfast place. Wonderful breakfast. Great place for relaxation!

10/10 Excellent

David, Houston

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The owner is very accommodating and helpful. A great, comfortable place to stay!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Wonderful peaceful place . We love it very much.
Wonderful experience. Paula , the owner is very , very nice. It is very clean , beautiful landscape and she cooked for us delicious breakfast . Thank you very much Peaceful Pelican.