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Welcome To Blue Marlin
Front Deck
Living Room
Steam/Dry Sauna - Ground Floor Bathroom Area
Living Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Pirate's Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Pirates Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Galveston Island State Park Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 - Floor 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - Floor 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Floor 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4 - Floor 1

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Floor 1

Bathroom 2 - Floor 2

Bathroom 3 - Floor 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Blue Marlin | Close to Attractions & Town!

Welcome to Blue Marlin, a classic 4-bedroom, 3-bath beachside retreat located in the beloved Pirates Beach subdivision of Galveston, Texas. This inviting home offers 1,330 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space, including a unique separate ground-level suite—ideal for families or couples traveling together. With high vaulted ceilings, open-concept living areas, and coastal charm throughout, Blue Marlin promises a relaxed and memorable Gulf Coast escape.

Step outside to soak in the sun on the large, uncovered deck, perfect for enjoying a summer lunch or relaxing with a cold drink in hand. Downstairs, you'll find a shaded patio with outdoor furniture, a BBQ area, and an outdoor shower—the perfect setup for post-beach cookouts and catching the cool Gulf breeze after a day in the sun. And speaking of the beach, it’s just a 4-minute walk away, offering endless opportunities for sandcastle building, wave jumping, and long beach strolls.

Inside, the main level welcomes you with an open-concept living room, dining area, and kitchen, designed to keep everyone connected. The master bedroom features a king bed, TV, and a private half bath that connects to the full hallway bath with a tub/shower combo. A second bedroom offers a queen bed, and two additional bedrooms feature twin beds, each with its own TV and a mix of cable or DVD entertainment—plenty of space for kids and adults alike.

The ground level provides added privacy with a separate entrance, a bedroom with two twin beds and TV, a full bath with a tiled walk-in shower, and a custom-built steam/dry sauna—a rare and luxurious amenity perfect for unwinding after a day of beach fun.

Just a short drive from top Galveston attractions like Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn Waterpark, and the historic Strand District, Blue Marlin offers a peaceful residential feel while keeping you close to the action. Pirates Beach is known for its family-friendly vibe, making it easy to enjoy a relaxing getaway without being far from the island’s best dining, shopping, and entertainment.

Book your stay at Blue Marlin today and experience a breezy beach retreat that blends comfort, convenience, and just the right touch of coastal charm.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number GVR15680
Property # 2320860vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Galveston

Located in West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this holiday home 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 Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Broadway are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Pirate's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Pirates Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Galveston Country Club - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Galveston Island State Park Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Palm Beach - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galveston Island Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Basin Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Viet Cajun - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Marlin | Close to Attractions & Town! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Marlin | Close to Attractions & Town!?

As of 19 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Marlin | Close to Attractions & Town! on 29 Jun, 2026 start from S$270, 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 Blue Marlin | Close to Attractions & Town!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Blue Marlin | Close to Attractions & Town!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Marlin | Close to Attractions & Town!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Marlin | Close to Attractions & Town! located?

Located in West End, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Pirate's Beach and Pirates Beach. Galveston Country Club and Galveston Island State Park Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was a great little bungalow and the sauna was a nice addition!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the bungalow and the sauna. We strive to provide a comfortable and relaxing experience for all our guests. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet place, great access to the beach and other places. Just far enough away from the Seawall to avoid the crowd. A little work would make this place extremely nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you enjoyed the location and quietness of our property. Your suggestions are valuable, and we will carefully consider them to further enhance the experience for our guests. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable stay, and your input helps us improve. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TJ H.

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

Great for a beach getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. Would recommend. Just a short walk to a quiet beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie E.

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

Best family vacation

Nice comfortable we had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2021
We are glad to hear you had an enjoyable stay at Blue Marlin! We look forward to your return visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dwight R.

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

Great stay will return

Easy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec, 2022
Thank you for your 5-star review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

deborah m.

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

Family get away

We have had a hard year and needed to get away for a few days. This house was jus the ticket. Short 2 block walk to the beach, close to a small store and only about 15 min to Pleasure Pier. We did not have any certain agenda except to go to the beach every day for several days. We relaxed, played games at night and enjoyed the area. I hope we can get this place again. the owners were great and answered our questions promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2025
Thank you for the kind review. We're so glad to hear that you and your family had a wonderful and relaxing stay at our beach house. It's our pleasure to provide a comfortable and convenient home away from home for our guests. We greatly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynda f.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT LOCATION, UPDATED HOUSE

CLOSE TO BEACH, UPDATED HOUSE, QUIET NEIGHBORS
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT W.

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

The best vacation home!

Everything was great! The beach house had everything we needed and then some. Modern and up to date! I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for a get away!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec, 2022
Thank you for the wonderful 5-star review! We hope you come back for another fantastic stay at Blue Marlin!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

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

Family vacation for wedding

Our place was very nice compared to our other families places! They will consider using your company!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr, 2023
Thank you for the 5-star review! We would love for both families to come stay with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

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

Perfect Place

Blue Marlin was just perfect for our family and friend weekend. It was one of the cleanest places I have ever rented. The management company answered all my question promptly. Such a pretty place too. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec, 2022
Thank you so much for the wonderful review of Blue Marlin!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Beautiful Bungalow

Thoroughly enjoyed staying at the Blue Marlin. This is a very well appointed beach bungalow. I was most impressed with the way the kitchen had excellent dishes, bakeware, and utensils. Our family's stay was pleasant and so comfortable. Great bathrooms! Beautiful bedrooms! Excellent customer service!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2022
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Blue Marlin and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

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

PERFECTION

This house was seriously perfect. It was beautiful, stocked, well maintained, and close to the beach. We will definitely stay here many many many more times. The entire family enjoyed the home and continue to talk about how nice the house and area were even three weeks later.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec, 2022
Thank you for the wonderful, 5-star review of Blue Marlin! We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Unexpected surprise

Beautifully remodeled home. The pictures seen on on line do not do it justice. Short walk to the beach in a really nice neighborhood. Would definitely look to stay at this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec, 2022
Thank you for the wonderful review! So glad you enjoyed Blue Marlin!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay D.

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

Good location and open living/kitchen/dining area

Good location, a couple of minutes to the beach entrance. Highly suggest renting a golf cart as it'd be a bit of a haul with kids and items. The fourth bedroom and second bathroom are downstairs which is accessible via exterior stairs (no interior stairs).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2021
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Blue Marlin! This beachside home is a short walk to the beach and we agree with children, beach toys and other items, a golf cart rental is a great idea! We hope you return to visit the island again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler N.

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

Great spot!

It's an older property but a lot of it has been remodeled. We have 3 kids there (4, 2.5 and 1) and while it's only a short walk to the beach (7-10 minutes), I wish it had been a block shorter to be ideal with kids that small. Overall, I'd highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb W.

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

Rent with confidence

Thoughtfully equipped space. Local host responded to inquiries quickly; and left useful information about the space for quick reference. Great, friendly neighborhood with a short walk to West Beach. (No driving allowed on West Beach so great for families with small children.)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Martha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
The key was unable to open our door without many tries and even with repeated assistance of the maintenence staff. We waited for assistance over an hour twice while being attacked by hordes of mosquitoes.We resorted to leaving the house unlocked and staff came to fix the problem with a second door and that also was unable to be opened, and then we were still locked out.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katir H.

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

Great vacation rental

This house was great for our family vacation! There was 9 of us and it was very comfortable for everyone. Location is great, close to the beach within walking distance and close to town with many fun things to do. Quiet neighborhood perfect for families. The dishwasher didnt work during our stay but that was really no big deal. The living room tv also went out during our stay but again it was no big deal and i would recommend this house to anyone ! It was clean and nicely remodeled felt like home for our week stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

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

Nice place!

This was a nice place to stay for our family. We didn’t realize that the 4th room was not directly connected to the rest of the house which left our teenager alone each night. He loved it though! A few pantry staples would have been helpful but the appliances, table settings, and cookware were plenty. Beach access was an easy walk and the neighborhood was quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2024
Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you and your family had a nice stay and that your teenager enjoyed having his own space! We appreciate your suggestion about including a few pantry staples. We hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay in the future!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in

Nice little beach house

The house was clean and well equipped. The biggest thing to note is that the second bathroom and one of the bedrooms is completely separate from the rest of the house and only able to access from the outside. It worked okay for our group but would have been nice to have another bathroom (shower) that was accessible to the rest of the house. Additionally, there were no streaming services, just regular cable. Again, not a big deal but made things a little tough with the little ones at the end of a long beach day, especially because the cable kept going out. Aside from that, the kitchen, dining room, living room layout was great for hanging out. Beds were comfortable. And you can’t beat the location - Pirate’s Beach is a great neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're glad to hear you found the house clean, well-equipped, and comfortable — and that the layout worked well for spending time together. We agree, Pirate’s Beach is a fantastic location! We appreciate you pointing out the layout of the second bathroom and bedroom. While it does offer added privacy for some guests, we understand it may not be ideal for every group. We'll also look into options for improving the entertainment setup, especially for families with little ones – and we’ll investigate the cable issues you experienced to ensure it’s more reliable moving forward. Thanks again for your feedback, and we hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike e.

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

June 2025 beach stay

Overall nice, enough room for us. House needs handyman. Outside shower was nice ,would be better if head was replaced. Hose sprayer needs work. The slidding doors into house. The one behind coach locks wit key. The other does not lock with key, and handle came unscrewed. There is a draw the face pulls off in kitchen. Loved the washer and dryer. The bathrom showers were enjoyed by all. The small things like flatware and utensils was nice. The coach was very comfy, table was sat around alot. The aircondition worked very well. We all slept very well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2025
Thank you for your detailed review. We appreciate your feedback and will be sure to address the issues you mentioned. Our goal is to provide a comfortable and well-maintained vacation rental, and we take your comments seriously. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay overall, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Please feel free to reach out if there is anything we can do to improve your next visit.
Verified

6/10 Okay

pearl w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overall Good

Four of us got splinters from the deck on the first day. It needs to be refinished. They didn’t have any beach towels, beach chairs or toys for sandcastles or boogie boards. The internet didn’t work for our entire trip (they said it might go in and out) and the TV/DVD remotes didn’t work either. But it was really close walking distance to beach and 15 minute drive to food and activities. It was decorated cute, the AC worked really we and the bed was comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry R.

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

Loved our stay

We loved the location of the home and the feel of the neighborhood. It was very special that it had a sauna - don't find that often. Our son is a crossfit instructor and THAT was his big treat! The cabin was actually VERY clean, but the sofas looked dirty because they are old, but I loved the abundance of seating. The dining chairs did not roll smoothly, but well enough. The kitched was well equipped. We loved the openness to the livng area. Most of the blinds did not work well in the living area and took extra care to open and close. Many slats were missing on the double-glass doors, so there was no real privacy at night. We enjoyed games at the dining table and sitting on the deck at night. Didn't use the beds downstairs. We picked up our 89-year-old mil to spend an afternoon/dinner with us, and she was able to get up the stairs, so we loved that it wasn't a home really high up off the ground. We'd thought about bringing a table for downstairs to have dinner with her there in case she could not make it up the stairs, but saw that there was one down there in the pics. However, when we arrived, we found the table was very tiny . We could not get the downstairs shower to work. It was a last-minute trip. We would rent the cabin again for sure. Shower pressure upstairs was good. Beds were comfy. Didn't use the two beds downstairs, but they looked comfy! We have an extra charge on our credit card, though, and are waiting to find out what that is about.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2021
Thank you for your review. We are glad that you and your loved ones were able to make the most of the amenities this house offers. I also think that the sauna is a great addition. This is not common for houses in Galveston. We will look into the issues you mentioned at the house. Please call us when booking your next trip to Galveston. We do offer a repeat guest discount.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Vaca

Could have access to another shower on main living area
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariah G.

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

We enjoyed our stay

It was easy and affordable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov, 2021
Thank you for your review. We are happy you enjoyed your stay at Blue Marlin. Please look us up when planning trip back to Galveston, we do offer a discount for return guests.

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