About this property

Emerald by the Sea Retreat in Galveston: Emerald by the Sea Retreat offers a swimming pool with stunning views and a restaurant. Guests can relax in the hot tub or enjoy the outdoor seating and picnic areas. The property features a games room and children's playground, ensuring entertainment for all ages. Comfortable Accommodations: The apartment includes air-conditioning, a private bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen. Additional amenities include a balcony, terrace, washing machine, and free toiletries. Each unit provides a work desk, TV, and dining area, catering to all guest needs. Prime Location: Located 67 km from William P. Hobby Airport, the property is a short walk from Stewart Beach. Nearby attractions include Pleasure Pier (2.8 km) and Moody Gardens (10 km). Guests appreciate the scenic views and convenient location, making it a highly rated choice.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Belinda
    United States United States
    Comfortable temperpedic mattress to sleep on, everything was nice in the apartment with basics for cooking such as oil salt and pepper etc. facilities and building were great, we loved the upscale pool and views. Secure and well maintained
  • Justin
    United States United States
    Property was nice. Great view and room was decorative
  • Brenda
    United States United States
    The amenities were great, the location was within a decent distance to restaurants and entertainment.
  • Karla
    United States United States
    La ubicación 🏖️ y que el Emerald está muy bonito y la gente es muy amable 😊
  • Junella
    United States United States
    This entire condo was immaculate! The view and service were outstanding!
  • Catherine
    United States United States
    The room was nice & well appointed. The pool/outdoor space was beautiful. We spent most of the time on the property there. The staff & neighbors we ran into were all super friendly. We will be back!

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Vacasa

Company review score: 8.4Based on 110,826 reviews from 27375 properties
27375 managed properties

Company information

Vacation Home Management Vacasa unlocks the possibilities of how we enjoy vacation homes. We take care of managing our homeowners’ vacation houses so they can have peace of mind (and their home when they want to). And our guests book vacations confidently knowing they’re going to find exactly what they’re looking for without any surprises. Each vacation home is always cared for by our professional local teams who implement our high cleanliness and maintenance values, while the hands-off tasks of vacation rental management--marketing, filing taxes, and maintaining a website--are handled by a specialized central support team. Our passion and focus remains true: to empower our homeowners, guests, and employees to invest in vacation.

Property information

Indulge in a beachside retreat that gives you easy access to the pristine seaside, a shared pool, and relaxation around every corner when you book your trip to this studio-style Galveston condo. With room for up to four guests to enjoy upscale furnishings and a prime location, you'll be able to dive into the Galveston beach scene without hassle. New later check-out time (12:00 noon) for no additional fee offers guests extended hours to enjoy the pool and hot tub on departure day! Perched just a block from the sand, you'll have the nearby beach and the beauty of Stewart Beach State Park as your playground. A short walk puts you within easy reach of Galveston's popular dining and shopping options. Feel the stress melt away as the waves crash at your feet on the sun-soaked Texas shores. Let yourself slowly melt into vacation mode as you relax by the pool and the ocean breezes swirl around. Head inside to make a quick meal in the fully equipped kitchen and then lounge on the couch while you surf the cable channels on the large flatscreen TV. This bright and comfortable condo is the perfect spot to unwind in peace. Leave the hustle and bustle behind when you treat yourself to a Texas Gulf Coast getaway at this deluxe Galveston studio. Things to know Room darkening shades on both windows *Please note that the Emerald Resort charges a 10% fee, calculated as 10% of the rent only. This fee is already built into the fees at booking. ** The common areas of the complex are under video surveillance. ***Per HOA rules, renters are not allowed to have day visitors. Only registered occupants may be in the condo or use the common areas, including the pool. Renters are required to wear wristbands in the common areas to show that they have registered. ****The gym/fitness center is only available to renters Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7 am to 10:30 pm. Only adults 21 years and older are allowed in the gym.

Neighbourhood information

No dog(s) are welcome in this home. No other animals are allowed without specific Vacasa approval. This rental is located on floor 6. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximun occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices -not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors! Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a damage waiver fee which covers you for up to 3,000 dollars of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. More information can be found from the "Additional rules" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Emerald by the Sea Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests will receive a rental agreement, which must be signed and returned directly to the property prior to arrival. If the agreement is not received, the guest should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.

Please note that only registered guests are allowed at the property.

Guests shall abide by the property's policy. Quiet hours are from 22:00 to 8:00.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Emerald by the Sea Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

License number: GVR03556, GVR07787, GVR08501