Vacation Rentals in Galveston, Texas

Texas has a sweeping coast line, but Galveston beach houses are a favorite. With the Galveston Bay on one side and the Gulf of Mexico on the other, Galveston vacation homes are just a stone's throw from boat rides, fishing trips, great tans, and parasailing. But that's not all this Texas beach town has to offer. There's also plenty to do on a rainy or cold day, from museum hopping to gumbo eating.

Top Galveston beaches include bustling East Beach, laid back Galveston Island State Park, and family-friendly Stewart Beach. Top attractions off the water include theme park Moody Gardens, water park Schlitterbahn, and museums like the Moody Mansion, Bishop's Palace, Texas Seaport Museum, Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum, Lone Star Flight Museum, and the Galveston Island Railroad Museum. Both Galveston beachfront and downtown rentals will put you close to fun and adventure. Whether you want ocean views or lots to do right outside your door, you're sure to find the perfect accommodation right here. After all, Galveston accommodations are just as diverse as the things to see and do.

When browsing Galveston vacation homes, you've got a few things to think about. Because unlike hotels, Galveston rentals come in a huge variety. From pet-friendly, weekend condos to long-term vacation homes in Galveston, your lodging options may feel never-ending. However, you can easily narrow down that list and find your dream rental by determining the number of bedrooms, amenity types, and location you want.

More Destination Info

• Galveston Travel Guide
• Best Galveston Beaches
• Top 5 Restaurants in Galveston

Searching for deals on Galveston beach houses, cottages, and condos? Well, you're in luck. Compared to hotels, Galveston vacation homes offer up much more space and amenities, but for the same price or less! So, you're already saving money by choosing a vacation rental over a hotel. What else can you do to save, though? Lots. Here are some great ways to take advantage of Galveston deals:

• Use our guide to Galveston vacation deals, featuring the top cheap attractions and restaurants in the area, and a helpful map, to plan your itinerary. Glaveston is full of cheap and even free things to see, do, and eat, so don't miss out!
• Instead of visiting during Spring Break, summer, or on holidays, visit during slower weeks in winter and fall for off season rates on everything from airfare to accommodations.
• While Glaveston weekend accommodations are commonly booked, you can save a lot more money by staying in a long-term rental. Weekly Galveston cottages and homes have much cheaper nightly rates, so you'll get more value by staying longer. You'll also get a longer vacation, which is hard to beat.
• An amenity that most Glaveston vacation homes feature is a full kitchen and dining area. That means instead of wasting your vacation budget eating out day in and day out, you can prepare your own meals on occassion. And save a lot of money.
• Instead of considering beachfront Galveston rentals, stay right outside the beach (maybe a short drive from it) and you'll score much cheaper rates.