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THE BANANA BAY ROOM @emilysontheisland

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A white building with a black sign reading 'Better Together,' outdoor seating with wicker chairs and a table, and a white picket fence.
A green sofa with patterned cushions, a round gold side table, a large plant, and a painting on the wall.
A narrow alleyway with a stone pathway flanked by white buildings, a hedge on one side, and a bicycle parked in the distance.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and a small sink.
A green sofa with patterned cushions, a round coffee table, a large plant, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On-site fitness centre
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Pier 21

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Waterpark access
  • Dog-friendly
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Strand Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pier 21
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

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About the area

Galveston

Located in Strand Historic District, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this apartment is near theme parks. Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal 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. Ready for a night out? Consider Saengerfest Park and Old Quarter Acoustic Café. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Strand Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand 1894 Opera House - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galveston Railroad Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pier 21 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Port of Galveston - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La King's Confectionery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Brews Brothers - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Yaga's Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vida Agave - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hearsay on the Strand - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is THE BANANA BAY ROOM @emilysontheisland pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at THE BANANA BAY ROOM @emilysontheisland?

As of 3 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE BANANA BAY ROOM @emilysontheisland on 29 Nov 2026 start from £117, 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.

How much is parking at THE BANANA BAY ROOM @emilysontheisland?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at THE BANANA BAY ROOM @emilysontheisland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE BANANA BAY ROOM @emilysontheisland?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is THE BANANA BAY ROOM @emilysontheisland located?

Located in Strand Historic District, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Galveston Arts Center, Port of Galveston and Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal. Galveston Seawall and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! It was quiet, clean and in a nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This location was perfect, the decor was so pretty! This was close to the cruise terminal, shops, and restaurants. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute, comfortable place. The bed was AMAZING! Never stayed where the bed was so comfortable. Host was wonderful. So helpful and quick to respond. Close enough to walk to strand and restaurants. Parking was easy. Give this place a 15/10. Will definitely stay with them again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Located within walking distance to everything downtown! Property is so well maintained too. There wasn't sand or rust on everything. They actually clean the room & fluff pillows between guests. Place is picture perfect & bed is memory foam. Soaps/coffee/hairdryer/speaker/iron included.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location. Freezer was frozen solid, coffee pot did not work, no paper towels. I made do for one night. Had to walk to get coffee the next morning after trying the coffee pot for over an hour. Extremely disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adorable, Fun, Perfect!

Cutest place I’ve ever stayed! Very relaxing and convenient! Peaceful and just what we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute vrbo

Convenient location, loved available bicycles to travel around and explore. Very clean and Emily was extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Banana Bay room was the perfect size for my wife and I. The only issue we had was that our coffee maker did not work. Not a deal breaker due to a local coffee shop within walking distance, but still a little disappointing. There was also a piece of the trim on the kitchen cabinet that was not connected. Overall though it was clean, beautifully decorated and the shower was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Banana Bay is AWESOME!

Hands down one of my favorite stays in Galveston. The location can not be beat - and the apartment is WONDERFUL. So beautifully decorated, and outfitted perfectly with everything you need to be comfortable. WAY better than most hotel rooms. Emily was super nice and accommodating. This property has been bookmarked for future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, well furnished, comfortable, great location to shopping, strand activities, & restaurants. Great price!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location and liked the access to bikes!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot!

This place was perfect for kicking around the Strand! Perfect location and space!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved this little place.

So close to a lot of restaurants. Loved the room. So cute and warming. Parking was easy. Loved how close it was to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect couple getaway

We loved everything about Emily’s place! It was a perfect location, we could walk to The Strand and it was a short drive to The Seawall. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

stay for an Opera House concert

The Banana Bay room had the perfect get-away vibe. It was clean, comfortable and within easy walking distance to Strand + Grand Opera House. Thank you, Emily, for a refreshing Galveston weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Emily's Banana Bay

We had the best space for our vacation at Emily's. It was lovely, comfortable, and best location for our needs. Thanks for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Galveston get away

This property was fabulous! Exactly as represented online. We were able to walk to many restaurants and shops and only got back into the car to go to the beach. Check in was a breeze and communication with the owner was super quick! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cutest stay!

Thus property was clean and safe. The decor was awesome and we didn't want to leave. It was a cool oasis in the middle of a Galveston heat wave.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fell in love!

My husband and I had a quick overnight stay celebrating our anniversary. We fell in love with Emily’s on the Island. Banana Bay was so dreamy and just perfect for our quick trip. It was nice to park and walk to all favorite restaurants and bars. Can’t wait to go back and stay in The Pink Room!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Close walk to the Strand

Stayed her for our first visit to Galveston. Great location that was easy walking distance to the Strand. Location was super clean & we really enjoyed the decor. Attention to detail was placed in usability for the space and it was a great home base for our exploration of the city. Emily was a great host and answered lots of questions for us about places to eat & visit. We’ll book here again for sure our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
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