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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
On beach
Heated pool
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Explore the area
Galveston, TX
Seawall Beach
Place, Seawall Beach
7 min walk
Galveston Fishing Pier
Place, Galveston Fishing Pier
10 min walk
Galveston Island Beaches
Place, Galveston Island Beaches
17 min walk
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)
45 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Den
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Guest
1 Queen Bed
Primary bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Guest
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Primary ensuite
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
NEW Heated Pool & HOT Tub! Top-Floor-Ocean View!
Enjoy our New heated pool & Hot Tub plus splash pad! OceanSmile :-) 3-Pools Top-Floor-Ocean Panorama VIEW! Remodeled & CLEAN!! What is a OceanSmile :-) experience? It’s a journey, beginning with a view, and ending with a smile. We provide the views and you return the smiles ;-) OceanSmiles finds great views; oceans, beaches, waves, sand, and transports them to your condo. Every corner of your condo brings you closer to the beach. So put on your flip-flops, and let’s stroll together through your OceanSmiles:-) vacation…
Your OceanSmile condo theme, “OceanSmile”, surfed in on a 2019 remodel wave. Ocean waves, blue horizons and palm wrapped shoreline inspire your relaxing beach retreat. Sunny rays and translucent waves carry you to a virtual beach. Custom tile-murals wrap the bath showers and kitchen backsplash in visual panoramas. Listen closely and they almost whisper relaxing ocean sounds. Enough about waves and surf, let’s begin your journey…
First stop, Galveston Island and The Maravilla resort. After sailing over the causeway, turn right at the Gulf of Mexico, and there you are minutes from pocket beaches to the west, and rentable umbrellas to the east. Arrival time is 4pm. Now, put away the watch, you’re on Island time.
Next stop, escape the sun under covered-parking shade, then let one of three elevators lift you up to the top floor (third) for great ocean views. Condo access is easy, just press your secure computerized door-code, no key required. Next step, ready? I can’t wait to show you one of our favorite creations!! Let’s open the door…
After cool air welcomes you in, custom-towel “critters”, on adult-sized bunks, say to your kids (or adults) “We’ve been waiting for you!! Let’s play together in your pretend clubhouse!!” This dinette table converts from a daytime computer/game/dinette table to night-time bunks, cool! One mom remembers her kids begging to leave the beach so they could get back to their bunks, haha. Now that’s an OceanSmile :-) experience!
Warm sun rays jump through the picture window pulling you out. This OceanSmile location brings you two views; an ocean view plus an additional lagoon/lake vantage point. This east view sweeps from lagoon to ocean while echoing water fountain sounds below. Of course the ocean view has bragging rights, but the owners love watching a variety of lagoon wildlife.
Your one-of-a-kind “kitchen-on-a-beach” creation, lays next to a sand-topped ceramic-tile panorama. Enjoy soft-close drawers and pantry shelves serve cookware and utensils needed for tonight’s “see food” (pun intended) menu. Food just tastes better here. Right? Especially fresh off the local fishing pier. We don ’t promise to provide every necessity; foil, zip-locks, trash-bags, soap etc… but you may find a few surprises worthy of an extra smile :-)
Unwinding is easy. OceanSmile sleeps up to 8 guests in four separate areas; a private King bedroom, a private Queen bedroom, 2 hallway adult-sized bunkbeds with a convertible dinette option and a leather-queen sleeper sofa in the living room. This is not a typical hotel room, but your home away from home. The bedrooms provide a convenient dresser and closet behind a full-length mirror. The beds/bunks hide ample suitcase storage underneath. And best of all, it’s CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN. Rest assured, our professional housekeepers (“critter creators”) work hard to exceed your expectations. Read our guest’s many “clean” reviews. We think you will agree :-)
Wake up to coffee served by Mr. Coffee or Mrs. Keurig (your choice). First-day complimentary hot beverages; waiting for your OceanSmile experience. Sips of coffee blend ocean views with Great-tailed Grackle bird voices. Huge pelicans overhead look like bombers compared to these little jet fighters. So much to ponder… so little time… because Galveston activities are waiting!!
The Maravilla complex gives you three pool options. The largest, one of Galveston’s finest, wraps around a palm-tree swim-up Island. A flowing stream empties into The Maravilla’s Zero-entry kiddie pool. The third pool, across the property, remains heated during the winter, waiting to steam those cooler days.
Before jumping in the car, consider convenient walking destinations. Right next to your resort, the world’s longest (10.3 miles) sidewalk stretches from beach to beach waiting to be conquered by bike or shoe. Or stop at Jimmy’s on the Pier and order a meal with a view. Kids might enjoy the next-door Go-Karts and Fun Center; arcade, virtual-reality, bumper cars, axe throwing, digger machines and ATVs. Walk 8 minutes to hit the batting cages, or sink a hole of Putt-Putt golf.
A short 2 minute ride, dunks you at Galveston’s famous Schlitterbahn water-park or the many attractions of Moody Gardens; Aquarium Pyramid, Rain Forest Pyramid, 4D theater, Reef Rescue VR, Discovery Museum, Paddlewheel Boat and Zip Lines.
If boredom sets in, haha, head to Galveston Island’s famous Historic Pleasure Pier. Pleasure Pier is one of the few spots in the world that has dozens of rides over the water! You'll be flying over guests on the Pier, soaring over the Gulf of Mexico and anticipating your next ride!
After experiencing Island life, OceanSmile welcomes you home. However, your OceanSmile experience is not over yet. You are about to retreat to a one-of-a-kind shower panorama. This virtual wrap-around beach, brings back wonderful memories from today’s ventures. After dimming blue-sink lights and spotlighting the wave mural, one more question must be answered in the solitude of rain-shower mist: Was this a OceanSmile day? Such an easy answer. No words needed…. :-)
Pet Policy: We welcome furry friends! If you're planning to bring your dog, please inform us about the type and weight for approval. A non-refundable pet fee of $150 plus tax applies for up to two dogs which must be paid up front. Kindly add 'PET' to your reservation. 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.
The Maravilla Resort Amenities:
***As you enter the complex, you might notice a small construction project at the very front. This is no where near this condo!
* Shaded covered parking * 3 Convenient elevators * 3 pools; Swim-up Island pool, Kiddie Zero-entry pool, Heated pool * Relaxing Hot-Tub * Water-view workout room * Volleyball * Poolside BBQ grills * Cascading stream flowing into pool * Park benches
Your OceanSmile Home Highlights:
* Full kitchen; refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, range, soft close drawers, full-extend drawers, cookware, dishes * Ocean and Lagoon-view shaded balcony with dining table * Ceramic-tile murals: Kitchen backsplash and shower/tub spas. * Modern LED lighting feels bright, sunny and beachy * (3) Smart TVs with DirectTV * Free WIFI Agreement:
* Responsible party over 25 must show photo ID when checking in * No events or parties (including Spring Break or Prom) * No hidden fees or additional taxes. * Clean, fresh air only. No smoking or pets allowed. * Upon arrival, the Maravilla front office will collect a parking/swim band fee, credit card only. 1) Parking Rates are $10.00 per car per day PLUS Sales tax (2 cars max for 2 bedroom condos) 2) Trailers (Motorcycle) will be charged the same rate as cars and are limited to special event weekends such as Biker Rally Weekend. No other time are trailers of any sort allowed to be parked at Maravilla. 3) Per day rates will be capped after $70.00 per 30 day time period, and the per day rate will start over again on the 31st day.
Is OceanSmile :-) pet-friendly? Yes! Your approved pets are allowed at this property. Please message us breed & weight of each dog The pet fee is $150 for up to 2 dogs. What time is check-in at OceanSmile :-) Resort-3-Pools Top-Floor-Ocean Panorama VIEW! Remodel Washer/Dryer CLEAN!!? Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. What time is check-out at OceanSmile :-)? Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Where is OceanSmile :-)? Nestled on the beach, this Galveston condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center and Galveston Island Beaches. Moody Gardens and Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark are also within 3 mi (5 km). 10/10
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Guests are required to sign our Rental Agreement. 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.
Important information
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Property Registration Number GVR14123
Property # 3974781vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
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 Cruise Terminal and Port of Galveston are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
Galveston, TX
What's nearby
Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Seawall Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Magic Carpet Golf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Galveston Fishing Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Galveston Island Beaches - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
Doc Holiday’s Roadhouse - 4 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does NEW Heated Pool & HOT Tub! Top-Floor-Ocean View! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at NEW Heated Pool & HOT Tub! Top-Floor-Ocean View!?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NEW Heated Pool & HOT Tub! Top-Floor-Ocean View! on 27 July 2026 start from AU$407, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is NEW Heated Pool & HOT Tub! Top-Floor-Ocean View! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at NEW Heated Pool & HOT Tub! Top-Floor-Ocean View!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at NEW Heated Pool & HOT Tub! Top-Floor-Ocean View!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at NEW Heated Pool & HOT Tub! Top-Floor-Ocean View!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is NEW Heated Pool & HOT Tub! Top-Floor-Ocean View! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Near West End condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center and Galveston Island Beaches. Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Communication with host was wonderful! Condo was clean and had eveything we needed for our visit. The views of the Gulf were such a treat. Enjoyed the hot tubs and pools. There is great food nearby on the seawall... Jimmys, VietCajun and Seawall Coffee were favorites.Thanks for a great stay!!
Carmen B.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2026
Wow thats such a beautiful photo! Thanks for staying & I am so glad you loved the condo!
My family was here for a gymnastics competition. We really enjoyed the location of the condo and the inside was adorable. We will definitely be back to visit during the summer.
Very good communication with host. Donna has a very nice place and keeps it immaculately clean. We would love to stay here again! The pools and hot tubs are perfectly heated for the weather. Great location.
Condo check-in/check-out was super easy with the door code. It was clean and well stocked with towels and kitchen items which was great. The balcony was nice and we loved the pool area of the property. We would stay here again.
Came as a family, and we all enjoyed it fully. Property is clean and quiet. Pool is very nice. The kiddie pool is perfect! Short little walk to the sea wall and mini golf! We will rebook again!!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The condo is very nice, great location, and great views. The property is under some construction, but it did not affect our stay. Great place.
Stephen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay and yes the repairs taking place are not near this condo. so it doesn't bother our guests.. Come again soon!
The condo was exceptionally clean. Comfortable beds, small bathrooms, but OK, otherwise. Nice, comfortable furniture inside and out. Checkout very easy.Only negative was woman who provided parking pass was very rude. She was sitting on the couch in the office, aka, a condo, using her cellphone. She was unfriendly and curt with her answers, as if it was an inconvenience for her to be waiting on paying guests.
This condo was adorable and our host was very attentive. Lots of thoughtful extras!
Suzanne Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Rent WOW Now
We have been hosting fabulous vacations in Galveston for over 10 years! We have owned beach vacation rental properties for many years and enjoy interacting with our happy guests!
Why they chose this property
We love the Maravilla 3 awesome pools and palm trees all over the place. The Maravilla has one of the largest pool on Galveston Island! It is across the street from the beach and in a quieter area but close to everything fun in Galveston! OceanSmile 3-Pools Top-Floor-Ocean View clean!
What makes this property unique
The Maravilla has THREE pools! This condo is across the street from the beach and just 5 minutes to Moody Gardens & Schlitterbahn Water Park. Pleasure Pier Cruise terminals and all other Galveston attractions about 10 minutes drive.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests