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BeachfrontšŸ¢GorgeousšŸ¢Playa TortugašŸ¢

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On the beach
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

BeachfrontšŸ¢GorgeousšŸ¢Playa TortugašŸ¢

Welcome to paradise! Playa Tortuga is a first floor, fully renovated condominium, located across the street from Babeā€™s Beach. Unobstructed beach view with a private, spacious balcony! From this balcony, guests can watch the sunrise and take in the beauty of being at the beach.
Playa Tortuga was created with guests in mind, to create a comfortable space where each and every person feels welcome.

The Space:
Playa Tortuga is located on Seawall Blvd, directly across the street from Babe's Beach. This condo is approximately 1,000 sq. feet, with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The master bedroom has a king bed, & the spare bedroom has a queen bed. Additional sleeping: a queen size air mattress & Pack 'n Play. The only place inside of Playa Tortuga to set-up the queen air mattress is the living room.
INCLUDED in the rental, FREE for guests to use: four beach chairs, sunblock, various beach toys, & several beach towels.
Playa Tortuga is located in an ideal location, on Seawall Blvd, which is close to many restaurants & attractions.
Please keep in mind, Seawall Blvd. is the busiest thoroughfare on Galveston Island; therefore, guests will hear vehicles pass by the complex. When crossing the street, please use caution and a crosswalk.
There is WiFi available for guests.

Guest Access:
Parking is FREE for guests at the complex!
Parking is unassigned, first come first serve.
No more than two vehicles per condo; only one vehicle may park out front.
There is a parking lot located at the back of the complex, off Stewart Rd, and a parking garage.
No large vehicles allowed. A large vehicle is one that cannot park comfortably into a regular sized parking space. No RV's, campers, UHAULs/moving vehicles, etc.

Other Things to Note:
Playa Tortuga has a central cooling and heating system with a smart thermostat (Nest). The Nest will not go below 68 degrees.

In total, there are four outside security cameras at Playa Tortuga. Two are located at the back door. The other two are located on the patio. For security and insurance purposes, all are on 24/7.

By placing and confirming a reservation with Playa Tortuga, guests understand, agree, and accept the following terms:

- List all guests on the reservation. No more than six guests allowed.

- Complex Quiet Hours: 10pm ā€“ 9am

- No Parties or Events:
Per city ordinance, no more than six people are allowed at Playa Tortuga. If there is evidence of more than six people on property, the extra guests will politely be asked to leave. If that does not resolve the issue, the reservation will be terminated. Upon termination, all guests will be asked to leave the premises. No refund will be given.

- No Pets Allowed:
Playa Tortuga does not allow pets on the premises.
If the cleaning specialist smells pet odor &/or sees evidence of a pet (urine, feces, fur, etc.), a $250 fine will be charged.

- No Smoking (of any kind) Allowed INSIDE Playa Tortuga:
Smoking is strictly prohibited inside Playa Tortuga.
If the cleaning specialist smells smoke &/or finds ash inside Playa Tortuga, a $250 fine will be charged to the guest.
Guests may smoke outside. Please use the ashtray provided (turtle ashtray located on one of the tables). Please keep the patio free of ash and cigarette butts.

- No Fire of Any Kind on the Balcony/Patio:
Per city ordinance, no grilling or use of fire on the patio/balcony. If guests would like to grill, there is a grilling/picnic area located at the back of the complex.

- Guests will be provided with purified water (individual water bottles located in the refrigerator door). Please use this water in the Keurig & Air Diffuser. There is a Young Living air diffuser located on the kitchen counter, along with a few bottles of Young Living essential oil. Guests may use these items, but please use purified water.

- Do not use bathroom towels at the pool/hot tub or beach. Playa Tortuga provides several beach towels for guests.

- Hang wet beach towels on the hooks provided on the patio.

Playa Tortuga is located on the first floor. Please keep in mind, the first floor does not mean ground level. If guests park out front, there are only six steps to the front door/patio. If guests park in the back lot or garage, there will be one flight of stairs from the ground to first floor.

- Elevators are located at the back of the complex. If there are elevator issues, Playa Tortuga will inform guests before arrival. If issues arise during a guestā€™s stay, Playa Tortuga will contact that guest in a timely manner.

- Pool/Hot Tub:
The pool and hot tub areas are open.
CHILDREN (under 18 y/o) are NOT allowed at the hot tub or pool areas UNLESS there is ADULT supervision.
At NO time will there be a LIFEGUARD on duty.
In the event of bad weather &/or lightning the pool/hot tub will close.
If using the pool/hot tub while bad weather/lightning arise, please vacate the water.
There might be unforeseen times where the pool/hot tub are closed for maintenance.
These items are out of the control of Playa Tortuga. No refund of any kind will be given for bad weather or pool/hot tub closures.
The hot tub/pool is a FAMILY FRIENDLY AREA. Please keep conduct ā€˜Rated Gā€™.
No eating while in the pool/hot tub.
Do not use glass (cups, bottles, plates, anything glass) at the pool/hot tub area.
Do not climb on the gates.
If guests would like to use the pool/hot tub after the beach, please rinse off first. Sand is hard on the filter systems. There is an outside shower located next to the pool for this purpose.
Playa Tortuga, condo owners, & complex staff are NOT responsible for any injury that may occur.
By placing and confirming a reservation with Playa Tortuga, guests understand, agree, and accept these terms.
When there are pool/hot tub closures, Playa Tortuga will inform guests before arrival. If issues arise during a guestā€™s stay, Playa Tortuga will contact that guest in a timely manner.

If an item breaks during a guestā€™s stay, please report to the host/owners right away.
By completing this reservation, the guest agrees to pay for all damages incurred (at the fault of the guest) during his/her stay.

By completing this reservation, the guest agrees that neither Playa Tortuga, the condo owners, or complex staff are responsible for any injuries that may occur during his/her stay.

Property manager

Jaime Lynn

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (92.9 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 GVR09319

About the neighborhood

Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • 61st Street Fishing Pier - 19 min walk
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 2 min drive
  • Moody Gardens - 3 min drive
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 3 min drive
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖMoody Gardens - ā€¬3 min drive
  • ā€ŖMcDonald's - ā€¬2 min drive
  • ā€ŖWhataburger - ā€¬3 min drive
  • ā€ŖStarbucks - ā€¬2 min drive
  • ā€ŖSonic Drive-In - ā€¬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BeachfrontšŸ¢GorgeousšŸ¢Playa TortugašŸ¢ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BeachfrontšŸ¢GorgeousšŸ¢Playa TortugašŸ¢?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BeachfrontšŸ¢GorgeousšŸ¢Playa TortugašŸ¢?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BeachfrontšŸ¢GorgeousšŸ¢Playa TortugašŸ¢ located?

Located in Near West End, this condo building is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Seawall Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Galveston Seawall and Moody Gardens. 61st Street Fishing Pier and Galveston Fishing Pier are also within 1 mi (2 km).

BeachfrontšŸ¢GorgeousšŸ¢Playa TortugašŸ¢ Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stay
We had an amazing stay in Galveston at Playa Tortuga... We chose it based off the pictures and all it had to offer. Everything was beautiful and very tastefully "beach theme" decorated. We would recommend this in a heartbeat and will return if in the Galveston area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Playa Tortuga & My Kids
I have stayed in Galveston MANY times over the years and in many places. I have to rate this last trip one of the best ever! And one of the big reasons was Playa Tortuga! I cannot say enough about this condo and its awesome owners! The communication and access was excellent. And the condo was one of the cleanest and cutest places Iā€™ve stayed! And if you needed itā€¦it was there! I will definitely be back! I loved it and so did my daughter and grands!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
The accommodations were amazing with so many extras including everything you need for the beach (chairs, towels, and even sun screen), family board games, and even snacks. The property and the owners made the experience very enjoyable, and I will always stay at this property when traveling to Galveston.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
The place is amazing!!! A beautiful place. The owners are amazing and helped out when our other place was sold that we had booked!!! I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Wonderful!
This property did not disappoint on any level! From the time I booked, communication with Jaime was spot on. She ā€œtalkedā€ me through check in with detailed in mails. The property in itself is absolutely beautiful! Every detail in decor and amenities, is as stated in the description of the condo. My family and I are looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Condo
The condo is so clean, has everything you need and is close to the beach, stores, restaurants. We all loved our stay and would definitely book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best stay in Galveston
The property was exactly as it was listed. Very clean, excellent communication with the property managers and an absolute perfect location. We were close to everything. We spent some time at Moody Gardens and the Schlitterbahn waterpark and got to enjoy the beach every day. The stay was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T., Aubrey usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
My Mom and me had a great Vacation! The condo was very clean and decorated beautifully. We had water in the fridge, snacks on the counter, coffee and tea. There is also q-tips, cotton balls, a shaving kit. First aid kit,shampoo, condioner and body wash in each bathroom, a container in the bathroom drawer with advil, allergy meds etc... The porch was awesome, and faced the water. We sst there every morning drinking our coffee. The pool was refreshing and clean. We will definitely be back next time we are in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break Getaway
Already planning to come again in the summer! 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The property is so beautiful, immaculate and comfortably furnished.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
The Playa Tortuga was just wonderful! It was our first Vrbo experience and it has set a high bar of expectation! The decor was beautiful and modern; you can tell that the owners truly care about the place and the renters experience. It was spotlessly clean. The communication with the owners was quick and easy and they were super nice! The owners had a help yourself area with some treats and hot chocolate/tea that were a hit with our kids. The kitchen was amazingly stocked with all the kitchen things youā€™d need! The bathroom even had a supply of over the counter meds that were in a childproof container. The bathrooms had great light up mirrors. The towels were soft and cozy. There is an air mattress and extra sheets/blankets available. There were many family games and kids books which was a hit with us and we played games- the kids didnā€™t want their gadgets! In fact, two of our kids even asked if we were living here now and didnā€™t want to leave! It was cold when we stayed but there are beach chairs, life jackets, and some beach toys available. Overall, it was an amazing experience and we will be return customers for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

NUZHA E D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time at Marina
Enjoyed our stay ,place walking distances to restaurants and grocery, Clean ,had no problems at all
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
The property was immaculate, well located and beautifully decorated. It was equipped with everything we needed and more. Communication with the host was easy. This is the best short term rental I've encountered!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Rental Weā€™ve Found!
This is a wonderful beach condo. Location is great, hosts are very responsive and provide everything you need and more in the rental. My little family had a great time, and look forward to returning. Hands down this is the best Vrbo Iā€™ve ever rented. Ask the hosts for restaurant recommendations, we found some delicious food thanks to them that we would never have know about otherwise. The only negative to our stay was some very loud upstairs neighbors, lots of stomping and what sounded like moving furniture during the day which made naps for our little one a challenge. Not the hosts fault at all, and wouldnā€™t prevent us from returning. Just something to be aware of if you have little kids that there is potential of noise from above. Overall we had a fantastic stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Above and beyond expectations!
So many great things about this place! Sure, the pictures and description are all nice but I will tell you, you wonā€™t be disappointed. First the location, not right at the busiest part of the beach - which is fantastic, felt like we had our own private spot. Still close enough to any of the restaurants/shops you might want to visit. The place itselfā€¦beautiful! All the amenities, well stocked with towels, kitchen stuff, even icees in the freezer!! Parking also was a breeze. The host are wonderful people! Great communication, easy to reach and very responsive! Even gave us some recommendations on local restaurants that we probably wouldnā€™t have found on our own and were outstanding!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

teri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
galveston
very clean had everything and more in that condo would stay there again. loved it being on the first floor
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer beach getaway
This place is in a great location and a perfect beach rental. Itā€™s the best stocked rental I have ever stayed in - if you think you need it they probably already have it at the house! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellence
Wow, this place is absolutely adorable. The decor had a beach theme and it was very clean. We felt right at home and wouldnā€™t hesitate to rent it again. The owners were very accommodating and helped with names of restaurants in the area. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional!
The photos are completely accurate, this property has everything you need plus more. I especially appreciated how everything was labeled so you could find anything you were looking for! The cleaning folks also did an amazing job, I couldnā€™t have asked for anything better.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most wonderful VRBO I have ever stayed at!
The property management as well as the property itself were above and beyond. Beautiful, and set up so well you feel like you are at home. Would recommend this property to anyone going to Galveston. The location was ideal and the porch was outstanding! We loved every minute we were there, and cannot thank the property management enough!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trish G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thought of everything
From the minute we walked in we fell in love. The house was exquisitely decorated and updated. The managers thought of everything you might ever need for a stay at a rental beach house, all the way down to a pleasant noise machine, air purifiers, and eye masks for sleeping! We were totally impressed and Iā€™m a perfectionist! Canā€™t wait to book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Treasa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Place!
We absolutely enjoyed our stay! The hosts thought of everything we needed and provided so much and beyond! When we come back to Texas, we will be staying here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Estella B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Front, Clean, and Relaxing Rental Provided by Attentive Hosts
Jamie Lynn and Vince are very thoughtful and gracious hosts. The home had everything you could imagine ready for use, such as extra tooth brushes, toothpaste, a snack tray, beverages in the fridge and a hot beverage bar. They also provided an oil diffuser and a sound machine to add to the relaxing space. Additionally provided were beach towels, beach chairs, umbrellas, and toys for outdoor activities. Playa Tortuga is a lovely little condo but feels more like a spacious house. It is exceptionally clean and updated. The location is a short drive away from all of the bars & restaurants yet was quiet. The beach is directly across the street and the large windows made it easy to view from the home. This was a great stay for a family of six for nearly a week away. I highly recommend Playa Tortuga for any future stays!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cortney A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful condo
This place was amazing. It is newly remodeled an everything is super nice and clean. The hosts were amazing they went out of their way to make our vacation stay great. Even asked what we liked to drink and had it waiting for us in the fridge. If you had any questions or needed anything the host was quick to respond and very helpful. Overall we will definitely be using this condo again in the future and will recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022