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Luxury 2/2 Penthouse at Diamond Beach: XL Terrace, Lazy River, Pools & More!

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Indoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Indoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds
Smart TV, table football, offices

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury 2/2 Penthouse at Diamond Beach: XL Terrace, Lazy River, Pools & More!

Luxury Beachfront Penthouse at Diamond Beach Resort – Galveston

Experience the ultimate beachfront getaway in our stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bath penthouse at Diamond Beach Resort, Galveston’s premier luxury destination. Nestled on the quiet West End, this owner-managed Caribbean-style resort offers direct beach access—no roads to cross!

Located on the fifth floor, Penthouse 5PH3 is a cherished retreat for our family, recently decorated to enhance its elegance and comfort. Unlike most units, ours boasts panoramic 180° views of both the Gulf of Mexico and the bay, visible through breathtaking floor-to-ceiling windows and a private oversized balcony—the perfect spot for your morning coffee or an evening cocktail.

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Penthouse Highlights

Spacious Bedrooms & Bathrooms
• Master Suite: Wake up to spectacular ocean views in a deluxe king-size bed beneath a beautiful chandelier. Enjoy a 55” flat-screen TV and a spa-like en-suite bathroom featuring a luxurious rain shower and his-and-hers sinks.
• Guest Bedroom: Comfortably furnished with a king-size bed, 43” flat-screen TV, and easy access to the second full bathroom.

Stylish Living & Dining Areas
• Living Room: Relax on the queen sleeper sofa while enjoying stunning views of the Gulf or watching your favorite shows on a brand-new 75” LG Smart TV.
• Dining & Kitchen: Cook with a view in the fully equipped kitchen featuring granite countertops and modern appliances. The dining table seats 4, while the kitchen bar seats 2—a favorite for kids!

Modern Amenities for Comfort & Convenience
• Fast, Secure WiFi: Unlike typical hotel WiFi, our private Xfinity modem delivers up to 800 Mbps, perfect for streaming or virtual meetings (speeds may vary).
• In-Unit Washer/Dryer: Keep your clothes fresh during your stay.
• Stone Tile Flooring: Elegant and easy to maintain.

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Resort Amenities

Pools & Outdoor Fun
• 750-ft lazy river with a weekend swim-up bar (seasonal).
• Massive 300-ft cascading pool with a separate kiddie pool.
• Indoor heated pool—the only one in Galveston for year-round swimming!
• Poolside cabanas available for rent for a more private retreat.

Note: The outdoor pools and lazy river are not heated, and there is no water slide as mentioned in some older reviews.

On-Site Dining & Relaxation
• Poolside Bar: Open Fri-Sun from Memorial Day to Labor Day (check with concierge for additional hours).
• Ruthy’s Spa: Located on the 4th floor—book a rejuvenating massage or facial.
• Concierge Desk (7 AM–11 PM): Get expert recommendations on the island’s best attractions and dining spots.

Entertainment & Activities
• State-of-the-Art Gym: Work out while enjoying ocean and pool views.
• Game Room: Enjoy shuffleboard, foosball, pinball, a golf simulator, and a billiards table.
• Private Cinema: Watch a movie in the exclusive on-site theater.
• Kids Jungle Room: A play area with murals, toys, oversized bean bags, and a TV—perfect for toddlers.
• Business Center: Work with a view of the indoor pool and beach.

Beach Access & Parking
• Private Path to the Beach: No need to cross any roads—just a short walk away! Note: The path is not ideal for wagons or those with limited mobility.
• Free Parking: 1 secured underground garage space + 1 outdoor space (max 2 vehicles).

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Nearby Attractions

Diamond Beach Resort is just a short drive to:
• Entertainment: Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn, The Strand, Railroad Museum, miniature golf.
• Outdoor Activities: Seaside Bicycle Rentals, deep-sea and bay fishing, birdwatching (¾ of all North American bird species migrate through Galveston!).
• Dining: Options range from fast food to fine dining, including the famous Gaido’s Seafood Restaurant.
• Shopping: Unique boutiques and beachfront souvenir shops.

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Booking & Policies
• Max Occupancy: 6 Guests (strictly enforced).
• No Pets, No Smoking (inside or on the balcony)—violations result in immediate eviction with no refund.
• Full Refund for Cancellations 15+ Days Before Check-In (unless booking site states otherwise). Trip insurance is recommended.
• Rental Agreement Required: Guests must accept our Short-Term Rental Agreement immediately after booking.
• Waiver Required: The Diamond Beach Owners Association requires all guests to sign a liability waiver at check-in.
• No Lifeguards on Duty: Guests swim at their own risk and must supervise children at all times.

Property manager

Aaron Sims

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

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 the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,279 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Remove any connected devices (streaming box, gaming console, etc.) from the TV and return the TV to any cable channel.
Set the thermostat to 74°F.
Return keys, garage opener, and key fobs to the Concierge on the second floor. A $125 fee applies for missing items.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: We love pets, but not in our unit.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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 GVR14173

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Moody Gardens - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 14 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moody Gardens - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury 2/2 Penthouse at Diamond Beach: XL Terrace, Lazy River, Pools & More! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Luxury 2/2 Penthouse at Diamond Beach: XL Terrace, Lazy River, Pools & More! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury 2/2 Penthouse at Diamond Beach: XL Terrace, Lazy River, Pools & More!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury 2/2 Penthouse at Diamond Beach: XL Terrace, Lazy River, Pools & More!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury 2/2 Penthouse at Diamond Beach: XL Terrace, Lazy River, Pools & More! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Near West End condo building is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Galveston Island Beaches and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark. Sunny Beach and Seawall Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Luxury 2/2 Penthouse at Diamond Beach: XL Terrace, Lazy River, Pools & More! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 240 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10

Amazing place great time good fun and relaxing time great for family
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10/10

I enjoyed the beachfront large balcony & condo amenities. I’d definitely stay again.
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10/10

It was wonderful!

10/10

Everything about this property was amazing!!!!!!The only thing I wished they had as a resort style place is some type of food option.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10

We stayed here to get away from the Chicago winter. The picture of the view and the “penthouse” in the description got our attention and we booked it. This place exceeded our expectations. Everything about this property from the location to the unit to the swimming pools and lazy river were exceptional. It felt more like a resort. The owner is meticulous and really has dialed in every aspect of the living experience. We would highly recommend this rental. We have shared it with our friends and family and look forward to going back next year.
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10/10

The property owner communicated with us just the right amount of time and with clear instructions on check-in, amenities and check out. On the day of our arrival, the unit was able to be occupied much earlier than the published check-in time. The owner contacted us that morning, informing us that we were welcome to check in earlier. This was greatly appreciated. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would destay here again.
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10/10

Everything was great clean worked well. The views were great. Very easy in and out Beach access was good. We found it easy to get to anything we needed to on the island. We will defiantly be back to stay again.
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10/10

Blessed with a westerly aspect and practically on the beach with generous space inside and on the veranda. You have access to indoor and outdoor swimming pools, gas barbecues and are close to the centre of Galveston. The apartment is spotlessly clean and fully equipped with large televisions and the host is keen to help you with any problems (we asked for a shower seat and he delivered one to us in a couple of hours). Highly recommended!
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10/10

Beautiful condo with great view. Very clean with great amenities. Cannot wait to return.
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10/10

Fantastic condo spotlessly clean, could not fault it .

10/10

The condo is in excellent condition and the communication with the host was always extremely fast!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10

Beautiful Penthouse with Awesome Amenities. Couldn’t ask for more.

10/10

The condo was clean and updated. The rooms and living areas were roomy and nice. The balcony had a fantastic sitting area with an awesome beach view. Covered parking was nice. The pools and lazy river were huge. A wonderful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great location. View was AMAZING. Just what the doctor ordered. Will definitely keep this spot in mind for another stay-cation....
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10

Loved the condo and its view. It was everything we wanted and expected. Would definitely come back here again and we are looking at dates. Clean and comfortable.

10/10

Lovely condo and great host. Could not have asked for anything better
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

We had an amazing stay!!!! It was so relaxing!!!! Maria was very helpful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10

Wonderful communication before and during our stay! Right on the beach with cinema, game room, workout room and spa on site! We enjoyed our get away and especially loved the location and view!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
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10/10

We absolutely loved our stay at Diamond Beach Penthouse. The property was beautiful and clean with a great view. We were a little nervous about being overcrowded on a holiday weekend, but the property was so big and so much to do that we never felt overwhelmed by people. It was a very relaxing stay for us and we hated to leave. Owner was great to deal with. Would highly recommend a stay here.

10/10

We booked this property for a short get away with the family. It was by far the nicest place we’ve stayed on the island. The amenities on the property are top-notch, and the property manager is very accommodating and communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023