Title: Starfish Fun is Family time! 3 pools, Beach access Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Starfish Fun is Family time! 3 pools, Beach access On beach with water park, near Moody Gardens ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105160000/105156800/105156785/86b3d04c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105160000/105156800/105156785/35b1520d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105160000/105156800/105156785/68ccfb59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105160000/105156800/105156785/w2559h1440x1y0-23f94c92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105160000/105156800/105156785/8757f4ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Wake up to ocean, lake and palm views from the spacious balcony of this condo. Savor morning coffees or afternoon drinks while taking in the sights. With modern conveniences like a fully equipped kitchen and DishTV, you'll feel right at home. Enjoy beach towels for your stroll across the street to enjoy a perfect beach day. 8.0 Very good ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8766 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Gym - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Starfish Fun is Family time! 3 pools, Beach access Key Features of Our Condo: ▸ Ocean, lake and palm views from a spacious balcony, with comfortable seating ideal for morning coffees or afternoon drinks. ▸ Sleep in comfort: A plush queen-size bed in the primary bedroom. Queen-size bed in the spacious guest room, twin bunk beds in the hallway, and a queen sleeper sofa in the living area. ▸ Modern conveniences: large full size appliances to prepare your favorite recipes ▸ Entertainment sorted: DishTV provided plus streaming. Enjoy your favorite shows or just enjoy the views. ▸ Beach ready: We provide beach towels, and have your toes in the sand quickly in the beach across the street. Enjoy your perfect beach day. Kitchen Highlights: ▸ Prepare delightful meals in a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances. ▸ Savor your creations or a glass of wine at the convenient breakfast bar. Embrace Resort-Style Living at Maravilla Complex: ▸ Dive into relaxation with a choice of pools - a large resort pool, a heated pool, and a kiddie pool with beach entry. ▸ Unwind in the large hot tub, perfect for soothing evenings. ▸ Stroll through beautifully landscaped grounds, capturing the essence of a tropical retreat. Ideal for Every Guest: ▸ Couples seeking a romantic escape, families on vacation, or solo travelers will find our condo meets all their needs. ▸ Extra sleeping arrangements and resort amenities ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for everyone. Other Things to Note: 1\. Construction Notice: \*\*\*As you enter the complex, you might notice a small construction project at the very front. You might hear some noise during the day from 8 to 5. All construction and noise from construction stops at 5:00pm. \*\*\*POOLS: The large main pool, hot tub and beach entry pool are OPEN and have been renovated. The east heated pool is being renovated and a 12 man hot tub and splash pad added beginning mid-August and should be completed by mid-December 2025! We are excited to have all of this ready for guests this winter! This renovation project is no where near this condo. 2\. Pet Policy: BRINGING YOUR DOG: We welcome dogs so if you would like to bring your pet with you, please send a request with the type and weight and we will send you the approval. Please add PET to your reservation. Our non-refundable pet fee is $150 plus tax for two dogs up to 35 pounds each. NOTE: If you bring a pet that you have NOT paid for, this is in violation of our House Rules and you could be asked to leave with no refund. 3\. Parking Information: Ample covered and uncovered parking is available at the complex. A fee of $10.00 per car per day plus sales tax is applicable. Note that the office does not accept cash. Trailers are allowed only during special event weekends and are subject to the same rate as cars. Parking rates are capped after $70.00 for a 30-day period. 4\. EXTENDED STAYS Monthly rentals are considered in the off-season - Winter Texans, snowbirds, retirees, corporate stays, medical professionals, university students and plant workers are welcome. Extended stays or monthly rentals require a stay of 30+ nights, and these reservations are tax exempt. This is an immediate savings of 15%! Although most extended stay reservations are between the middle of November through February, extended stays may be considered anytime between Labor Day and Memorial Day. Extended stay reservations may not be placed online so please message us with your request. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Gym - Heated pool - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 766 square feet ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78341300/78341209/1fe3b1cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bikinis & Martinis Fun condo with Great Views! 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Pets allowed when approved and pet fee paid in advance of arrival. No smoking in the condo or the balconies. Parties are prohibited. The complex enforces quiet time between 10pm and 8am. Minimum renter age is 25 and is strictly enforced. Violation of any house rule will result in immediate termination of stay with no refund. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet) Note from host: Up to 2 dogs less than 50 lbs $150 pet fee ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 GVR14174 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6700fx ## About the area Located in Near West End, a neighbourhood in Galveston, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. 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 Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Galveston travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galveston.dx1341) [View more Condo rentals in Galveston](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Galveston-Condos.d1341-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.24872%2C-94.85970&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=L3flOkknSL_hQeRdxnZ3Ee0J00U=) Galveston, TX ### What's nearby - Galveston Fishing Pier - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles - Moody Gardens - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles - Galveston Island Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles - Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 12 min drive - 7.4 miles ### Getting around - Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 44 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive - ‪Waffle House - ‬4 min drive - ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬9 min walk - ‪Coopers Landing - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Starfish Fun is Family time! 3 pools, Beach access have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Starfish Fun is Family time! 3 pools, Beach access pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Starfish Fun is Family time! 3 pools, Beach access? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Starfish Fun is Family time! 3 pools, Beach access? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Starfish Fun is Family time! 3 pools, Beach access located? > Nestled on the beach, this Near West End condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center and Galveston Island Beaches. Moody Gardens is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Starfish Fun is Family time! 3 pools, Beach access Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Great place to stay ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Meredith D. 10 Aug 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Right across from the beach. Huge pool. Pool needed some work- lots of missing plaster at the bottom, but clean overall. Kids loved it ##### Meredith D. 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