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1. Kwik Kabana "Where the Beach Counts"

Kwik Kabana "Where the Beach Counts"
Midtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (323 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the night. If the weather had been nice would have spent time at the beach. "
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $182
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Kwik Kabana "Where the Beach Counts"

2. Stylish Downtown Loft, Walk to The Strand

Stylish Downtown Loft, Walk to The Strand
Historic Downtown Galveston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (85 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jennie C.
The price is CA $61
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Stylish Downtown Loft, Walk to The Strand

3. 1.5 Blks 2 beach.Pet Friendly.Safe neighborhood near cruise terminal/Attractions

1.5 Blks 2 beach.Pet Friendly.Safe neighborhood near cruise terminal/Attractions
San Jacinto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Great property, close to beach and cruise terminal!"
United States
Edna
The price is CA $139
CA $313 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
1.5 Blks 2 beach.Pet Friendly.Safe neighborhood near cruise terminal/Attractions

4. The Tides of Galveston

The Tides of Galveston
3.0 star property
Kempner Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is CA $116
CA $533 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
The Tides of Galveston

5. Makin’ Waves Cottage- 4 min. to Cruise Ports and half mile from beach

Makin’ Waves Cottage- 4 min. to Cruise Ports and half mile from beach
Old Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"Loved this house. Great owners Great outdoor space when it’s not to hot! It was so clean but also felt like it was a real home. Checking out was a breeze Thank you!!"
United States
Joanna
The price is CA $145
CA $338 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Makin’ Waves Cottage- 4 min. to Cruise Ports and half mile from beach

6. Stylish Cottage-4 min. to Cruise Ports and half mile from beach

Stylish Cottage-4 min. to Cruise Ports and half mile from beach
Old Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"Great location, great hosts, comfortable beds, and sweetly decorated!"
United States
Laureen
The price is CA $139
CA $329 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Stylish Cottage-4 min. to Cruise Ports and half mile from beach

7. Perfect beach Retreat for 4 with Great Location!

Perfect beach Retreat for 4 with Great Location!
Kempner Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
"It was the perfect place to stay!! And the owner was very friendly giving us restaurant recommendations. "
United States
Heather
The price is CA $79
CA $239 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Perfect beach Retreat for 4 with Great Location!

8. Historic Loft in the Heart of Downtown

Historic Loft in the Heart of Downtown
Historic Downtown Galveston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (94 reviews)
"It was easy to check in and nice property for the money we paid!"
United States
Elizabeth T.
The price is CA $79
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Historic Loft in the Heart of Downtown

9. Cheerful & Bright 2 Bdrm Cottage- 4 min. to Cruise Ports & half mile from beach

Cheerful & Bright 2 Bdrm Cottage- 4 min. to Cruise Ports & half mile from beach
Old Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Cute little cottage for our weekend in Galveston, and close to the activities we were in town for."
United States
Jamie B.
The price is CA $133
CA $317 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Cheerful & Bright 2 Bdrm Cottage- 4 min. to Cruise Ports & half mile from beach

10. Comfy Guest House 7 Min Drive to Beach + Grill and Outdoor TV / Strand District

Comfy Guest House 7 Min Drive to Beach + Grill and Outdoor TV / Strand District
Historic Downtown Galveston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"Good location and walkable to the cruise ship "
United States
Miguel
The price is CA $98
CA $318 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Comfy Guest House 7 Min Drive to Beach + Grill and Outdoor TV / Strand District

11. 1 Mi to Beach! East End Galveston Condo w/ Pool

1 Mi to Beach! East End Galveston Condo w/ Pool
3.5 star property
Fish Village
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a small family. Kid friendly and had everything you could need during your stay! "
United States
Karen
The price is CA $154
CA $424 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
1 Mi to Beach! East End Galveston Condo w/ Pool

12. Cozy Beach Cottage- Minutes to the beach & Historic Strand

Cozy Beach Cottage- Minutes to the beach & Historic Strand
San Jacinto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Cute cottage. Well-equipped and close to attractions."
United States
Carrie
The price is CA $182
CA $454 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Cozy Beach Cottage- Minutes to the beach & Historic Strand

13. HEATED POOL, HOTTUBS, OCEAN/ GULF VIEW! Top Floor, Kitchen, Modern Decor!

HEATED POOL, HOTTUBS, OCEAN/ GULF VIEW! Top Floor, Kitchen, Modern Decor!
Near West End
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"Host was extremely helpful and the accommodations couldn't have been set up any better. Would absolutely stay again!"
United States
Glenn H.
The price is CA $119
CA $302 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
HEATED POOL, HOTTUBS, OCEAN/ GULF VIEW! Top Floor, Kitchen, Modern Decor!

14. Whimsical Mermaid - 4 min. to Cruise Port and half mile from beach

Whimsical Mermaid - 4 min. to Cruise Port and half mile from beach
Old Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"The home was very clean, the bed was comfortable and the neighborhood was quiet."
United States
Jennifer S.
The price is CA $145
CA $336 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Whimsical Mermaid - 4 min. to Cruise Port and half mile from beach

15. NEW! Galveston Beach Condo at Casa Del Mar | Gulf Views, Balcony, 2 Pools, Walk to Beach

NEW! Galveston Beach Condo at Casa Del Mar | Gulf Views, Balcony, 2 Pools, Walk to Beach
Near West End
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"Awesome little condo! We’d rent again! "
United States
Jack S.
The price is CA $110
CA $358 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
NEW! Galveston Beach Condo at Casa Del Mar | Gulf Views, Balcony, 2 Pools, Walk to Beach

16. Location Location! Walk to everything! 1 BDRM/1 BA in Historic Strand, Sleeps 4!

Location Location! Walk to everything! 1 BDRM/1 BA in Historic Strand, Sleeps 4!
Historic Downtown Galveston
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Absolutely loved this place! Will stay again. "
United States
Dana L.
The price is CA $119
CA $286 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Location Location! Walk to everything! 1 BDRM/1 BA in Historic Strand, Sleeps 4!

17. Spectacular BEACH & POOL VIEWS–Your Perfect Escape @ The Victorian, Galveston TX

Spectacular BEACH & POOL VIEWS–Your Perfect Escape @ The Victorian, Galveston TX
Near West End
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (119 reviews)
"Very nice place and location is near everything you need ! Will definitely be booking again"
United States
lindsey m.
The price is CA $144
CA $393 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Spectacular BEACH & POOL VIEWS–Your Perfect Escape @ The Victorian, Galveston TX

18. Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6

Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6
San Jacinto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"Easy walk to the beach, SUPER comfortable beds!"
United States
Alissa N.
The price is CA $106
CA $414 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Port Side at M | Historic Lost Bayou Retreat • Walk to Beach • Sleeps 6

19. Cozy Historic Loft, Steps from The Strand

Cozy Historic Loft, Steps from The Strand
Historic Downtown Galveston
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"Clean!"
United States
Alvonia
The price is CA $108
CA $292 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Cozy Historic Loft, Steps from The Strand

20. The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.

The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.
San Jacinto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (176 reviews)
"Loved the location place was clean, very welcoming and cozy. Definitely booking again "
United States
Angie M.
The price is CA $165
CA $368 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
The Cottage is located in the heart of Galveston.
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You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Galveston. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Galveston?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals in Galveston close to Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, or you can select a secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the scenic seaside and picturesque gardens in Galveston. Leave some time to check out the lively festivals and seafood restaurants during your visit.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Galveston?

Walk to Beach - Free Umbrella & Chair - Pet Friendly - WiFi + Smart TVs: This Galveston vacation home rental is located on the beach and has a patio, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop. Some other top choices in Galveston are My Blue Heaven Luxe Beach🌞 Heated Pool 🌞 near Pier & Strand 🌞 2 King Beds 5 Star and Charming Home in Perfect Central Spot.

How many vacation rentals will I find in Galveston?

Choose from 1703 Expedia vacation rentals in Galveston for a memorable vacation.

What can I see and do in Galveston?

Cultural attractions include Strand Theatre and Grand 1894 Opera House, whereas Moody Gardens and Galveston Island Beaches are a couple of picturesque spots to enjoy the outdoors. You can also visit some other popular places in town, such as Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and Galveston Seawall.

What are vacation rentals like in Galveston?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can stay in for a couple days or more in Galveston. Vacation rentals offer amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers to help you enjoy your stay. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a vacation rental can offer a sense of security away from shared hotel elevators and busy concierge desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental an attractive choice for families.