Title: Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House! Family-friendly cottage in Port Bolivar with free parking ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94340000/94336500/94336489/e33f378a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94340000/94336500/94336489/b6413618.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94340000/94336500/94336489/e0e39a86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94340000/94336500/94336489/5e73f209.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94340000/94336500/94336489/46b02b94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House! provides a firepit and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81420 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Kitchen ## 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. ### Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House! Family-friendly cottage in Port Bolivar with free parking Barbecue grills, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. For a bit of entertainment, a TV comes with a DVD player, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like 2 bathrooms and a microwave. Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer fireplaces and DVD players. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with video-game consoles. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Private beach nearby ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Free crib - High chair ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Spices - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Free toiletries - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - TV - Video game console ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Fee: USD 53 per accommodation per stay - Service animals exempt from fees ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Seasonal outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91450000/91441400/91441346/bb8fe9e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crystal Palace Resort Crystal Beach - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 529 reviews CA $115 CA $122 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=91441346&PinnedHotelID=91441346&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93210000/93205400/93205346/f299dc54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean View, Deck: Colorful Crystal Beach Home! 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Crystal Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 110 reviews CA $378 CA $757 total includes taxes & fees Oct 31 - Nov 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=70519984&PinnedHotelID=70519984&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:00 AM Contactless check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[apartment\] Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 53.00 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 53.00 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Property Registration Number 32084825069 ### Property is also known as Pura Vida Crystal Beach House Near Beaches! Pura Vida Crystal Beach House Walk to Beach! Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House! Cottage Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House! Port Bolivar ## About the area Located near the beach, this cottage is in Crystal Beach, a neighborhood in Port Bolivar. Fort Travis Seashore Park and East End Historic District are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Smith Oaks Bird Sanctuary and Texas Seaport Museum. Traveling with kids? Consider Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Haunted Mayfield Manor. [Visit our Port Bolivar travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Bolivar.dx6141815) [View more Cottages in Port Bolivar](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Bolivar-Cottages.d6141815-aaCottages.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%7C29.47622%2C-94.58483&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uDpFeNfJPOSnl574dCtmzozFpLA=) Port Bolivar, TX ### What's nearby - Crystal Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Stingaree Marina - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 54 min drive - 39.2 km - Port of Galveston - 55 min drive - 39.6 km - Galveston Seawall - 55 min drive - 40.7 km ### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 92 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Camp Margaritaville RV Resort - ‬8 min drive - ‪Nauti Beaver Hut - ‬5 min drive - ‪Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp - ‬4 min drive - ‪Fins Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive - ‪Stingaree Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 53.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House!? > Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House!? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House! located? > This family-friendly Port Bolivar cottage is located in Crystal Beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Crystal Beach and Stingaree Marina. Gilchrist Beach and High Island Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Walk to Ocean: 'pura Vida' Crystal Beach House! 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