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<br>The Dolphin Poolside at The Dawn.

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, books
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 577 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Galveston, TX
  • Place, Seawall Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moody Gardens
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Galveston

With a stay at this condo in Galveston (Near West End), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Galveston Seawall and Moody Gardens. .This beach condo is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark.
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What's nearby

  • Seawall Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • 61st Street Fishing Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Moody Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Galveston Island Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Kroger Fuel Center - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Doc Holiday’s Roadhouse - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

<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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 825 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 23

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the trash

Turn off the lights

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: No glitter!

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 GVR08855

<br>The Dolphin Poolside at The Dawn. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The convenience of the location, parking close, pool very close, and the ocean just a short walk away.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph E.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann D., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
Very cozy and has all the needed amenities!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Robbi R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great as always! We try to stay in this condo every year
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Rainer M., Austin

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice condo. Quiet. Close to pool and beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

6/10 Okay

Kari P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

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

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

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

Robbi R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary vacation

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

10/10 Excellent

PAM P., ROWLETT Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach holiday

Great location Very clean
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Way to Stay in Galveston!

My daughter and I had a wonderful time staying at The Dolphin! The Dawn staff made check-in easy, and our host had everything we needed in the condo, including beach toys. The washer/dryer was super handy, and the close location to the beach allows sea breeze to cool off the pool areas (works best in the shade). If you want the beach, you go out the gate door and cross the street where there's a seawall staircase - super simple! We hope we can return soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation getaway!

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