Top Floor Views! Unbeatable sunsets over the bay!

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Large Windows For Bay Views
Lazy River Pool
Family Room
Open Concept Kitchen
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a wall with framed photos and a sign reading 'SALT WATER LIFE'.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Infinity pool
    A rare find - unwind in the stunning infinity pool
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near San Luis Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Infinity pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Waterpark access
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, San Luis Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, San Luis Pass
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Seawall
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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Optional Beach Club access is available for $25 per person (ages 4+)
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  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
The Whale House 3BR/3BA Beach Front Condo Pointe West Galveston

About the area

Galveston

Located by the sea, this condo is in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Galveston Island Beaches and San Luis Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • San Luis Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • San Luis Pass - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Galveston Island Beaches - 17 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Moody Gardens - 53 min drive - 42.0 km
  • Galveston Seawall - 59 min drive - 44.5 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandbar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The West End And Sand Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪West End Marina - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Pointe Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sea Isle Marina - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Top Floor Views! Unbeatable sunsets over the bay! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a children's pool. Pool types include infinity and heated pools.

Is Top Floor Views! Unbeatable sunsets over the bay! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Top Floor Views! Unbeatable sunsets over the bay!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Top Floor Views! Unbeatable sunsets over the bay!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top Floor Views! Unbeatable sunsets over the bay!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Top Floor Views! Unbeatable sunsets over the bay! located?

This family-friendly Galveston condo building is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of San Luis Beach and San Luis Pass. San Luis Pass County Park and Half Moon Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a beautiful place with more space for big family. My kids love the place. Will be back in near future. 5 stars
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spring Break

We had a wonderful time at this clean and comfortable condo. It was spacious and our group of 7 had plenty of room. The location was fantastic for a laid back and relaxing stay. We loved the amenities at the beach club! The two pools were great and the HEATED lazy river pool just steps away was a highlight for the kids! We hope to return again someday!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family getaway

We loved the view! It was perfect for our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vaca with the fam

We have stayed in this condo 3 times! With small kids, it’s great to have easy access to the beach…and then the pools!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and quiet

Had a great experience. Beautiful scenery, bird watching and away from the crowds.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a great stay!

Thank you for sharing your wonderful condo. Enjoyed the spectacular sunsets on the oversized balcony! Amazing! Condo was clean, welcoming, and beachy accents & decor were so well done. Comfortable and well-furnished.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Galveston

This property was great for our needs. We had plenty of beds and appreciated having three full bathrooms. The kids loved the pool!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

It would be hard to find anything to complain about. We'd love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spectacular View

Beautiful view over looking the pool & bay. Plenty of room & comfortable. Easy access to the pool/lazy river/beach.The kitchen was well equipped. We enjoyed our stay & would love to stay here again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful and beautiful Place

We recommend this apartment for anybody who wants to enjoy the beach and the gorgeous sunset in Galveston. The apartment is well equipped, very clean y cozy. The beds are confortable and the balcony furniture is super cute. We definitely will come back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2021
So happy to hear you had a wonderful stay. The sunset on the west end of Galveston is amazing. We look forward to having you back soon. Please be sure to ask for the returning guest discount.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pointe West is Our New Favorite Spot

We loved the condo, especially the privacy of the master suite. Appliances were top notch, the only thing that didn’t work was the ice maker but we purchased ice from a local store. This unit was immaculate and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great Place...Killer Mosquitoes

We had a lovely stay and the condo is gorgeous with a fabulous balcony and sunset view that we were super excited to take advantage of, but the mosquitoes were so bad that we could not go outside unless we were completely submerged in the pool. The only downside of the review has nothing to do with the condo itself. It had all the amenities and was absolutely adorable. They did warn us to bring bug spray, but these bugs are immune! The spray containing DEET worked a little bit, but we had to "run the gauntlet" from car to condo every time we left. Could not even take the elevator because we were trapped inside with so many bugs...which meant a lot of running up and down 3 flights of stairs. I hate to leave less than 5 stars, because I know it is not the property itself that was the problem, but I want to make sure future guests are aware and prepared for it. We were sad to not be able to sit outside and enjoy the great balcony. Oh, and I don't know much about the timing of tides/beach debris...but the beach itself was so covered in debris that we could not find a spot to even lay a blanket. For a private beach, I would have expected that stuff to be raked away.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Do not recommend

My family and I have been going to Point West for over 10 years now. We have stayed in beachfront condos as well as the bayside. Unfortunately, this condo was not up to our standards. It was dirty…from the pots, pans, cutlery, showers, bedding. The blinds throughout the condo could were broken which made it tough to open them and see the bay or the beach. Our favorite part was the back patio. Please note that that there is not a glass top on the coffee table and it was not stable enough for drinks. We did appreciate being able to check-in early and check-out late due to it being the off season.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct, 2025
Lisa was a problem guest despite our efforts to address her concerns. We keep our condo very clean and up to date. We offer and unbeatable price for the value and views. If any guest reports any problem we address it right away. We allow our guests the convenience of early check-in/ Late check-out out of kindness, not because of “off season”
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Summer 2023

The location is far from any of the main Galveston attractions and restaurants so that is challenge. However once you are there, it is right next to the lazy river which the kids loved. One of my kids also loved the bunk beds. The place was nice and clean, but it seems the rentals are taken its toll on the place. One of the kitchen cabinets was not closing correctly, the refrigerator door seemed that it could break at any point, the light in the main room will flash every five minutes. The AC in the main room was not designed right. It was hot compared to the other rooms. Also, there is a broken spindle in the balcony which is a safety hazard if you have kids specially being in the third floor. We had to blocked that section to prevent the kids from getting there. Overall, we enjoyed the visit, but it sure can use improvements to make our stay better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Gorgeous views, well stocked condo, better like stairs!

This was a wonderful getaway and the condo is tucked away at the west end of Galveston with gorgeous views of the bay and a huge patio to enjoy the sunsets. It is well equipped and had everything we needed in the kitchen (pots, pans, etc). Plenty of room and the AC works very well (very important during Galveston summers)! One key thing to note about this condo however -- if you have anyone with mobility issues (small kids, pets, older family members) you should probably consider a different location. This condo is on the top floor (3 flights of stairs from parking) and other than the morning we moved in, the elevator did not work during our stay. Seems to be a recurring issue at this location based on other reviews. This created a hardship for our older dog and made move out slow, sweaty, and difficult. We called in the issue the morning of our first full day on the island but the elevator still wasn't operating properly on our final day. This isn't the property management or owner issue -- this is West Pointe resorts management issue that is creating difficulty for the owners and occupants of this building. Elevator aside we thoroughly enjoyed our time here and the short walk to the lazy river/pool!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Overall it was a good stay. This was the first time for our families to gather at the west end of the island for vacay. The place and location of unit is nice next to lazy river pool area and good bay side views. Our unit had the best patio/balcony furnishings! Have to cart or drive to main club as is a long hike. The store owner at club is supper awesome and makes good items! The not so good was the managing of the condo. They do not keep up with some maintenance items and 3 we’re security and safety hazard issues for renters. Two were addressed, but fire hazard from dryer vent was not that had not been cleaned out and set off alarm. They were informed of all 3 safety issues. Thank goodness that most was ok in condo; however, I don’t know how they “were not aware” of issues as they threaten you to take pics and notify them upon arrival of any issues. Also they apparently can’t follow their own instructions with written requests as documented for late check-out. The cleaning staff is rude and basically so is the management company. I paid money and followed all emails that had been sent. It made for a more stressful experience than necessary. Sad that owner may not be aware of the management company shortcomings. Overall it’s a good value for the money.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointing and will not rent from Coastal Wave Vacation again.

The property management company Coastal Waves was not forthcoming about the closure of the Pointe West amenities which we depend on. The restaurant and bar were closed and had been closed for months due to freeze damage and they didn’t tell us. The location of pointe west is 20 miles from a major grocery store. The property had no hand soap and post COVID is not acceptable due to safety and health concerns. Short term rentals must supply the basics to guest especially from a safety and health perspective. The information Coastal Waves sent us about the properties parking was inaccurate and inconvenienced us during the trip. The owner parked their ATV in the garage space where we were to park and we were forded to park elsewhere. Coastal Waves emails contained inaccurate information about the property as the band fee required to access the pools and gym increased from 15 to 25 usd and we were not informed ahead of time. The communications from coastal waves for vital information was received too late to cancel our trip. The door code to access the property was not working upon arrival. Checkin was not easy and seamless. There are other property issues like the flickering lights in the master and the thermostat were not able to maintain a comfortable temperature during the stay. Some dishes were unclean and they didn’t provide any dish soap or dishwasher soap for a 4 night stay, 2 pods is not enough when there was no way to wash dishes by hand.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great condo - Confirm the Elevator before Booking!

We enjoyed our stay at this condo overall. The unit itself was very comfortable, the location is convenient to the pool, and the community has a peaceful, family-oriented feel that we appreciated. Everything was comfortable and accessible and the views were incredible. The only issue was the elevator, which was out of service for the first two days of our stay. This unit is effectively on the fourth floor, and my parents are elderly. We were barely able to get my mother up to the condo, and she was essentially stuck there for two days. We called maintenance several times and never got a clear answer on when it would be fixed — only that the elevator is scheduled for replacement next year. That's good news long term, but it didn't help our trip. To their credit, they did get the part in and repaired it, and after that we were able to enjoy the amenities and the beach. I understand this is the HOA that is responsible for maintenance here, hopefully this review will help the condo owner motivate the HOA. If you're traveling with anyone who has mobility limitations, I'd confirm the elevator status before you book. Otherwise, it's a fantastic place to stay with incredible views. We plan on coming back next year after confirming the status of the elevator.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall this condo was perfect for 7 guests. We had a wonderful time and would definitely stay in this condo again. Kitchen was very well equipped and appreciated the fact that condiment and spices were included. Plenty of towels, etc for everyone. Beds were very comfortable. We enjoy staying on the west end and only went into town once. Only problem we encountered was that the elevator went out which we reported. Having stayed at many condos at Pointe West we were aware of these issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here during the first week of June. The condo is spacious and laid out well, especially to accommodate a family of 7. The views of the bay were amazing from the big porch/patio. TVs in all rooms and the kitchen was adequately stocked. We were especially pleased to see that the cupboard had all the essential spices, oil, charcoal etc. saved us there. Access to the beach club was pivotal in our decision to stay here and it did not disappoint. You can’t beat the price for a 3 bed/bath close to the beach in west Galveston! Two things of note:- the mosquitoes are real. Read the posts, bring multiple cans of OFF and bring a tube or two of after bite. You’ll need it and will be thankful you had it on hand. Serious post. - use Instacart to get fresh groceries delivered if you don’t bring your own. The closest store is 12 minutes away and is way overpriced for what they offer (not much). We learned the hard way up front but used Kroger delivery the rest of the way.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

STUNNING VIEWS!

We had a wonderful time enjoying coffee with the bay and beach views! The place was clean and very comfortable. I advise getting your own toilet tissue and mosquito repellent before your stay; we bought ours at the "Seven Seas Grocery"
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Labor Day get away

Always a great time! Loved being close to the lazy river and beach! Misquotes we’re out with a vengeance. Went to marina for karaoke and dinner!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Bay Property

The property was very spacious, clean and had all the amenities for a nice weekend stay. The large patio facing the bay was a great spot to relax and watch the sun set.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

The main reason for choosing this condo was its location and the balcony. Overlooks the family pool.

The condo was as advertised. Ample space for my family and me. Pretty much everything that you need was provided. However, the stay was tarnished when we were contacted the day before our checkout and was asked to not use the shower in the main bedroom due to a reported leak from the condo directly below. Of course we honored the request, but it was an inconvenience not being able to use the main shower. Regardless, neither the owner nor Coastal Waves offered any compensation for the inconvenience. Obviously it’s unfortunate that there was a plumbing issue, but that’s part of ownership, and honestly some form of compensation .. anything .. should have been offered without asking or hesitation. Additionally, a pillow was left behind that had sentimental value. I contacted Coastal Waves just hours after the cleaning crew probably left, but somehow the pillow just vanished and again, it just felt like they really weren’t that concerned or anxious to do whatever it took to locate the pillow. It is a shame because with exception to numerous broken/inoperable blinds, the condo really is nice. But when you pay the nightly rate that you do as well as the management and administrative fees on top of that, you expect matters such as these to be taken care of in a much better way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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