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<br>The Dolphin Poolside at The Dawn.

Beach condo with water park and fitness centre

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
View outside from patio
Outdoor dining
40 inch HD Smart TV in master

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 576.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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  • Place, Galveston Island Convention Center
  • Place, Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
  • Place, Moody Gardens

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

<br>The Dolphin Poolside at The Dawn.

Spacious and inviting, The Dolphin will be your happy place! Located directly across from the beach with a view of the heated pool. Very close to shopping, restaurants, and attractions. The Dolphin, in the Dawn Condominium Complex, is a beautifully furnished 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo that can sleep 5 comfortably. The master suite features a king size bed with luxury linens, soft comfortable pillows. Large soft towels are provided for your convenience and a 40" HD Google TV in the Master Bedroom.

The sunny living room features queen sleeper sofa, 50" Roku TV, basic cable available for your use. Adjacent to the living room is an exterior patio with unobstructed view of the heated pool and outdoor dining for 4. There is also a twin rollaway located in the large master closet along with beach toys, beach towels, and beach chairs for your convenience.

The dining room has table for seating for 4, with a desk and office chair area. The kitchen is fully stocked; smooth top electric stove, oven, microwave, Keurig coffee maker with K cups provided, regular coffee maker with coffee and filters provided, garbage disposal, dishwasher, refrigerator with large freezer, blender, cookware, silverware, glassware and dish place-settings. Tupperware, bowls, measuring cups, and other cooking utensils provided.

Full sized washing machine and electric dryer are located in the unit, adjacent to the kitchen.

The Dawn is secure facility with all doors and gates opened with codes. A wrought iron fence surrounds the property to ensure your privacy and security. Ample (fee-based) parking is available on the property as first come first serve. Beautifully landscaped grounds with 2 available pools (one heated), a hot tub, community center, charcoal grills and exercise lounge. Babe's Beach is right across the street, with access from the stop light at the corner of the property. Parking pass is purchased separately at The Dawn office for $40 for a 1-3 night stay or $50 for 4 or more nights. The Dawn Condominiums was awarded Best Condominium Rental on the Island for 2023.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 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

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 and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No early check in allowed during summer months. No RVs or trailers are allowed in parking lot. Please do not set thermostat below 70 degrees.
You will be charged if excessive cleaning is required after checkout. Please do NOT lock the bottom door knob key when you leave.
You will need to provide documentation prior to booking for a service animal. An extra cleaning fee of $50 will be required at the time of booking.

Important information

You need to know

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number GVR08855

About the area

Galveston

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 Magic Carpet Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Galveston, TX

What's nearby

  • 61st Street Fishing Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Moody Gardens - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Doc Holiday’s Roadhouse - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does <br>The Dolphin Poolside at The Dawn. have a pool?

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

Is <br>The Dolphin Poolside at The Dawn. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at <br>The Dolphin Poolside at The Dawn.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at <br>The Dolphin Poolside at The Dawn.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is <br>The Dolphin Poolside at The Dawn. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Near West End condo building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Seawall Beach, Moody Gardens and Galveston Seawall. 61st Street Fishing Pier and Galveston Island Convention Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robbi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great as always! We try to stay in this condo every year
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

Perfect for a getaway

Easy access to many main attractions. Condo has everything needed for your home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robbi R.

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

Anniversary vacation

Second year staying in this condo we love it
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rainer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice condo. Quiet. Close to pool and beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Great vacation getaway!

Very clean. We had everything we needed. Easy access to pool and beach. Good location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph W.

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

Great choice

Julie was easy to work with. I liked the property. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robbin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Get away From stress

Great place to get away from e erydsy stress. Julie was fabulous host and the condo was super clean. I appreciate everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

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

Dolphin Poolside. Great property

Our group of grandparents, grown daughter and two grandchildren all enjoyed this property. We stayed here because the beach is across the street. This property is poolside and bottom floor with a gate on the patio which put us steps to the nice pool area. The place was clean, well appointed, easy to access, tastefully decorated and comfortable. The hostess was accommodating and quick to respond. Will stay here again when in Galveston.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo is super cute. The pic of the second bed is a little deceiving. I thought it was in a little nook or small room but it's actually the master bedroom closet. Even so, the condo was nice. The bedroom mattress is super hard. I still would recommend staying here. It overlooks a very nice pool and is close enough to the beach to walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with owner Julie was great, condo was spotless and location of unit, as well as the Dawn complex is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy and has all the needed amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have visited Galveston quite a few times and let me tell you this was our best experience!! The condo was so clean and homey!! The host was more than accommodating!! I highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

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

Condo Stay in Galveston

Very cute condo, decorated nice and very clean. Loved the view from the balcony. A nice pool is our thing and we had the perfect condo to enjoy that.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Dolphin at The Dawn Condominiums is a great little spot in Galveston. You are right by the pool, beach, Walmart, and numerous dining options are also within walkable distance. One could also use the Galveston trolley system for $1 per rider to go anywhere you want (ex: Pleasure Pier, Moddy's Resort, Downtown Galveston, etc). It picks up at numerous places right there on the main drag in front of condos (Seawall Blvd). We did not rent a car and we had zero issues accessing anything we wanted in the area. The property owner (Julie) is a wonderful host and also a great communicator. I had myself and four teenagers with me (3 boys/ 1 girl) My daughter stayed in the little closet bedroom so she had her little private area. The condo is clean, well equiped/furnished, safe, and having a washer and dryer was extremely helpful and convenient. We stayed for three days before our cruise and used Lyft XL for our short ride to the cruise port. The Dolphin is great and so is the woman who owns the place (Julie Skora). I believe she owns two properties at the Dawn if one is taken when you are looking to book. Just message her and she responds rapidly. Please also be aware the property will charge a $40 parking/amenities fee for 1 to 3 days and I believe its $50 if you stay 4 plus days. There are a couple nice pools, BBQ areas, and a clubhouse with a little gym to use. Great little place. Five stars from us. Thank you for having us Julie :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was very very clean. Loved all the decor of the place. Looked exactly like the pic. Will recommend it for anyone else traveling to the Galveston area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Perfect family beach destination

Loved the condo. Several little discoveries that made us smile from decorations to a little treasure chest with chocolate coins. Everything we needed was there. Only surprise was that the condo administrators require you to buy a one time 40 paying pass that covers the duration of your stay (this is not included in the VRBO cost). Something to plan for.But all in all we had a great time and would go back here. It’s great to be across the street from the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Peaceful retreat

Wonderful location with everything we needed to relax and unwind. Clean and modern, master bed was comfortable too. Very close to the beach, and the pool onsite was only a few steps away. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Perfect location for the weekend

The unit is in a great location, near the beach, Moody Gardens, and lots of food. Very quiet community too. Very fast communication with the host! Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kari P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not as advertised

The property was clean, the condo was clean,beds was uncomfortable though. The 2 bedroom listed on the pictures was actually a large closet! I would never have rented this condo had I not thought it was a room. That was disappointing my mother was going to come buy did not have a place to sleep. Other than this we enjoyed the property and location. Very convenient to beach and pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

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

Great Getaway!

Loved the location, the condo, the host and the office people at The Dawn. The condo was well appointed for 2 and the grounds and pool were well kept. We had everything we needed and were very comfortable. The king bed was comfy too. That is rare in any rental. When I return to Galveston I will stay there again. Thank you Julie for having such a great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi N.

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

A great place to stay!

This was our second time staying at the Dawn Condominiums, first time at the Dolphin. It was a great experience. The condo had everything we needed and the king bed was comfortable for us! The location of the condo is in between both pools and right across the street from Babe’s beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

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

Friend’s first time to visit Galveston

We had a great time in Galveston. I enjoyed showing my friend my favorite spots and we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte R., Williston

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

Perfect For A Quick Getaway

My husband and I stayed in this adorable condo for a quick weekend without the kids. It was clean, cute decor and had everything we needed. Just across the street from the beach and a pool view. I did have to reach out to the host and her response was prompt and helpful. Plan on booking here again. Thanks Julie for a perfect weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAM P., ROWLETT Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beach holiday

Great location Very clean
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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

The Dawn was perfect!

We stayed at The Dawn for about a week in July 2023 and the location was perfect. It was right across the street from the beach and right next to a Wal-Mart which was very convenient. The pools, hot tub, and the grounds were kept up beautifully and the front desk made getting our pool bands simple and were so friendly and helpful. The condo itself had everything you needed and was clean and a perfect place to stay for a week. This will be our go to place when staying in Galveston!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julie Skora

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I live in Galveston close to The Dawn condos. Lived in DFW area for almost 40 years.

Why they chose this property

Close to beach, pool view. Property is well maintained and secure.

What makes this property unique

2 pools, one is heated and one hot tub. The floor plans are very spacious and have full kitchens and full sized washer and dryers.

Languages:

English

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