[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Big Kahuna Top Vacation home with patio, near Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier ![House, Multiple Beds, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95800000/95791700/95791602/5546d1ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95800000/95791700/95791602/b03314f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95800000/95791700/95791602/e775d571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Balcony | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95800000/95791700/95791602/w5472h3646x0y2-e88a3b0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95800000/95791700/95791602/9bb4b8df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, The Big Kahuna Top has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Parking included ## 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. ### The Big Kahuna Top Vacation home with patio, near Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier Along with barbecue grills, this smoke-free vacation home has free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. The vacation home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with cable channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like 2 bathrooms and a washer/dryer. Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include dining tables. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Designer toiletries - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - 40-inch TV with cable channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near the ocean ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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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 Moody Gardens. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Galveston travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston.dx1341) [View more Vacation homes in Galveston](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Private-Vacation-Homes.d1341-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.29757%2C-94.78094&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=17gXb4xLU5RlreaQsynAoMmenno=) 1514 15th Street, Galveston, TX, 77550 ### What's nearby - University of Texas Medical Branch - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Galveston Seawall - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.9 km - Port of Galveston - 3 min drive - 2.3 km ### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 49 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Miller's Seawall Grill - ‬9 min walk - ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬3 min walk - ‪Benno's - ‬3 min walk - ‪Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant - ‬13 min walk - ‪ShyKatz Place - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Big Kahuna Top pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at The Big Kahuna Top? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Big Kahuna Top? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Big Kahuna Top? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Big Kahuna Top located? > Located in San Jacinto, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Seawall Beach, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, and Galveston Seawall. Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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