Emerald 1111 | Fantastic View of the Gulf!

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A balcony with a round table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape and the ocean.
A coastal town with a prominent church, a gas station, and a view of the ocean.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a large mirror, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with stools.
A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a television on a cabinet.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Seawall Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Shared communal pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • On-site fitness center
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Porretto Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, East End Historic District
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Stewart Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3rd Bedroom

1 Twin Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Primary Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Balcony
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Galveston

Located in Stewart Beach, a neighborhood in Galveston, this condo 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. Moody Gardens and Texas Seaport Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Porretto Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • East End Historic District - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stewart Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bishop's Palace - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Seawall Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mario's Seawall Italian Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Saltgrass Steak House - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Emerald 1111 | Fantastic View of the Gulf! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Emerald 1111 | Fantastic View of the Gulf!?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Emerald 1111 | Fantastic View of the Gulf! on Feb 16, 2027 start from $174, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Emerald 1111 | Fantastic View of the Gulf!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Emerald 1111 | Fantastic View of the Gulf!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Emerald 1111 | Fantastic View of the Gulf! located?

Located in Stewart Beach, this condo building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Stewart Beach, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal, and Galveston Seawall. Port of Galveston and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I enjoyed staying at the Emerald Condominiums. They have a really nice pool and there are great views of Stewart Beach. The unit was very nice and as described. The only issues were somewhat uncomfortable bed and pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 3, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience and kind comments about the condo, pool, and views. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay overall and appreciate you mentioning the bed and pillows, as this helps us know where we can improve comfort for future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

Very nice place to stay with family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 29, 2025
Thank you for the positive review of our property. We're glad to hear you and your family enjoyed your stay with us. Your feedback is valuable and helps us to continue providing an excellent experience for all our guests. We appreciate your business and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place with nice views of the beach...

Nice clean place to stay while in Galveston. Family enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schlitterbahn Trip

Loved this place. Close to all locations and view was amazing. Excellent pool and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Several problems which have been noted and discusses with Property Manager.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 14, 2026
Thank you for sharing this feedback and for discussing the issues with the property manager. We are sorry for the problems you experienced and will use your comments to help improve the property.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place with a wonderful view!

This property was very spacious, secure, and had a great view of the beach. We loved our stay And the host was awesome. When we come to Galveston, we’re definitely going to stay here again. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amenities in the building were great. Beautiful pool and hot tub on 6th floor. Large fitness center.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 19, 2025
We're glad to hear you enjoyed the amenities at the building. Your feedback is appreciated!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Multiple lights were out in bathroom.Living room furniture was awful. We had to lay clean towels over chairs and couches just to sit down. Living room rug was obviously not vacuumed prior to arrival.The master had no fan option with the light off. So sleep with the light on or turn both off and sweat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 31, 2026
Thank you for sharing this detailed feedback. I am sorry for the issues with the lighting, cleanliness, furniture condition, and the lack of a separate fan option in the master bedroom. This is not the experience we want guests to have, and your comments will be used to address these problems with our cleaning and maintenance teams. Your input helps us make important improvements.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Great home on the island with amazing views. The staff was fabulous!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice condo

We really enjoyed our day. Everything was nice. The property was very clean easy access. I would recommend to stay there. I would go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 17, 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had an enjoyable experience and found the property to be clean and accessible. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we would be delighted to have you stay with us again in the future. Your feedback helps us continue to improve and provide the best possible experience for our guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice condo

Quiet, relaxing, and nice unit in a residential building.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 24, 2024
Thank you for the positive review of our unit. We're glad to hear that you found it to be quiet, relaxing, and nice during your stay. Providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience for our guests is our top priority, and we appreciate your feedback. We hope you had a wonderful time and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beachfront View

Wonderful family Christmas vacation. The condo was relaxing, roomy, and comfortable. Our favorite part was the heated pool and hot tub. We used the theater room one time with assistance from front desk. Everyone was very pleasen and helpful. The main areas were nicely decorated for Christmas. Would definetly stay there again.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall Good

It was a nice experienxce, everything was great. We had some problenms with the chairs within the place, but it was good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 15, 2023
Thank you for sharing your review. Please keep Ryson Vacation Rentals in mind for your next vacation. We hope you'll stay with us again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

We wanted a beach to spend our vacation time. We're from the Dallas, tx metro Plex so Galveston was a nice option. Tourist type stuff was VERY expensive. The condo was VERY nice. Right on the beach, out door cooking, pools, theatre, billiard/game room. A lot of jelly fish in the water so long sleeve shirts were necessary.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
We arrived for check in a little early - we were denied access to the building (hoping to use restroom). Told to return at 4:00.Kitchen was nice! Had most everything we needed to do cook meals. The kitchen faucet leaked quite a bit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2025
I apologize for the inconvenience you experienced during your check-in. We strive to provide a seamless experience for all our guests. While we're glad you found the kitchen to be well-equipped, we regret that the faucet was not functioning properly. Please know that we take feedback seriously and will address this issue promptly. We hope you were still able to enjoy your stay, and we look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back in the future.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Just OK

The location was good, and the place is nice enough. Would have been nice to have a TV in each bedroom. However, we experienced a couple of problems that weren't corrected. The WIFI didn't work, and one of the bathrooms faucet came off the wall. We reported them, but they were never corrected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 15, 2023
Thank you for your review, and so sorry to hear you experienced anything less than a 5-star stay. We're excited to let you know, Ryson has made some major changes recently and is under complete new management. We'd love to have you stay with us again if you would consider giving us another chance.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rooms were clean & quiet, and kitchen appliances & dishes were sufficient. However the beds were uncomfortable and the living room furniture is old and lumpy. The master bedroom light may have a loose bulb which we couldn’t reach or it may be an electrical problem because it turned itself on in the middle of the night waking us up. The finish on the outdoor wrought iron table is peeling and you come away with paint chips on your hands and arms. Nothing a little TLC couldn’t fix.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 11, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear the rooms were clean and quiet. We apologize for any discomfort with the beds and furniture. We'll address the lighting and outdoor table issues. We appreciate your suggestions for improvement.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Fabulous property

Everything about the property was amazing. The cable box did not work, but it was nice not to have the noise of television anyway. Everything we needed was there for cooking and sleeping. It was wonderful. The only problem we had was that somehow the complex did not have us as checking in on the first night so we had to go find a hotel. They could not get a hold of anyone to verify our reservation. We are being reimbursed for that first night, but it's extremely difficult to find housing for six people at 11 o'clock at night on a Friday in Galveston. Other than that, we would Highly recommend this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 5, 2025
Thank you for your detailed review. We appreciate your understanding regarding the issue with the check-in process. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the amenities and found the property to be overall wonderful. We value your feedback and are committed to ensuring a seamless experience for all our guests. Please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused, and we appreciate your recommendation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful facility! Nice pool! Easy to park.

We were promised WiFi. No WiFi! I called every day. We were told that someone would be there to fix it. No one ever came. I was promised that a supervisor would call back. No call was ever received. I think we should get some amount of rebate for the inconvenience and empty promises
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 15, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your 5-star review, and we can't wait for you to stay with us again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Great location and loved the pool

I stayed in unit 1213 not 1111. My reservation was shifted because 1111 became unavailable so the rating is for the unit I stayed in. We liked the unit. We liked the facility. We liked the proximity. Floors were dirty (like make your feet black dirty). But everything else was really nice. The staff of the rental company was very accommodating providing a blowup for us because it had one less bedroom. We were deeply disappointed that renters do not have access to the game room, or the gym. That was not clear at all. However, all in all, we had a great time and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 15, 2023
Thank you for sharing your review, Jane. Your cleaning feedback will be addressed. As for the game room and gym, renters do normally have access. However, many resorts have made last minute changes due to Covid cleaning restrictions. We do apologize that this was unexpected and not communicated. We're happy to hear you still enjoyed yourselves, and we can't wait for you to stay with us again soon!
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrible Experience

Host would not respond to our attempts at communication and failed to address several issues. We were interrupted by maintenance workers and were never notified by the hose they were coming. We were also told we couldn't check in early because the room was being cleaned, only to arrive and see a notice that the room was cleaned three days earlier. Vtrips is horrible to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was very clean and we loved the unit. The view was amazing and the pool was awesome. We spent most of our time there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 20, 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience and kind words about the condo. We are glad you enjoyed the unit, the view, and the pool, and that you were able to spend so much time relaxing there. We hope to welcome you back on a future stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Enjoyed! Would definitely return!😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice condo with great amenities

We really enjoyed staying at this condo. The condo was very clean. The kitchen was super clean and well organized. There is a washer and dryer in the condo which was helpful. The views of the ocean are amazing from the condo. The beach was just a short walk around the block. We brought a wagon and it worked wonderful to take our items to the beach. We also really appreciated the sand toys at the condo! We did not feel like it was out of date. A couple pieces of furniture were older, but it was great otherwise! The Emerald has awesome amenities, including a beautiful pool, poolside grills, and a movie theater. Our only concern would be the many rules at the Emerald, such as no guests except those listed on the reservation, guests have to wear a wristband, and they expect you to be quiet. Our children are not very quiet lol, but we did not get any complaints so maybe it wasn't too big of an issue. All in all, this was a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Early Check Out

Property has somewhat gone down from original glory. Parking was a problem with owner vs guest. Too early a check out at 10 AM! Try going to Mardi Gras all night then getting up early to go!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
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