Title: Historic Gem: King Bed-Near Strand, Cruise, Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Historic Gem: King Bed-Near Strand, Cruise, Beach Family-friendly vacation home with a water park, near Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal ## Photo gallery for Historic Gem: King Bed-Near Strand, Cruise, Beach ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Historic Gem: King Bed-Near Strand, Cruise, Beach (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101739800/101739736/bcc4abfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib - Historic Gem: King Bed-Near Strand, Cruise, Beach (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101739800/101739736/09391a52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Historic Gem: King Bed-Near Strand, Cruise, Beach (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101739800/101739736/6452daa1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Historic Gem: King Bed-Near Strand, Cruise, Beach (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101739800/101739736/297a2330.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Historic Gem: King Bed-Near Strand, Cruise, Beach (Galveston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101739800/101739736/b8c76b8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Galveston Seawall and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal are located near Historic Gem: King Bed-Near Strand, Cruise, Beach, which provides a water park, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61250 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Historic Gem: King Bed-Near Strand, Cruise, Beach Prime Location! Beautifully renovated and thoughtfully designed beach retreat, blending modern luxury with extra amenities. Walk to the famous Strand for dining, shopping, art, and nightlife. Just steps from Stewart & Porretto beaches, cruises, and UTMB. Minutes by car to Pleasure Pier, Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn, and the Seawall. Historic charm meets comfort with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a queen sofa bed. King bed in the primary suite! Ideal for families, couples, or solo adventurers! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,250 square feet ## Similar properties ![WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123090000/123086300/123086282/cec63933.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Utmb, Shriners Hosp, Royal Caribbean East End - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning CA $202 CA $392 total includes taxes & fees Feb 11 - Feb 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=123086282&PinnedHotelID=123086282&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104250000/104248300/104248233/1a1c1561.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Uptown Cottage 2 Minutes to The Strand and Utmb East End - Parking included - Free WiFi - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=104248233&PinnedHotelID=104248233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113710000/113703800/113703798/1a802232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic home 3 mins from beach East End - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=113703798&PinnedHotelID=113703798&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111870000/111866100/111866007/db5297bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Uptown Cottage 2 Minutes to The Strand and Utmb East End - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=111866007&PinnedHotelID=111866007&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94720000/94715000/94714936/41c73b6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Birdcage Balcony Views of Galveston! 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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 GVR13326 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in East End, a neighborhood in Galveston, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston 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 Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Traveling with kids? Consider Moody Gardens and Texas Seaport Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Historic Gem: King Bed-Near Strand, Cruise, Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roberto T. Dec 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy You can not go wrong booking this beautiful place! Great location, had no issues with checking in. 10/10 recommend ##### Roberto T. 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