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High Style Penthouse #5PH2 With 180 Degree View Of The Gulf and Lazy River

Beach condo with water park and fitness centre

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Diamond Beach Penthouse:  Amazing views of the sunset
One of DB's great amenities: 
the lazy river (slide no longer available)
Great views of the Gulf
Watch the birds fly by and enjoy the beautiful Gulf
Another amenity:  Galveston's only indoor heated pool for year-round swimming

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8152.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Galveston Fishing Pier
  • Place, Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark
  • Place, Moody Gardens
  • Airport, Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

High Style Penthouse #5PH2 With 180 Degree View Of The Gulf and Lazy River

A Caribbean seaside resort conveniently located in Galveston best describes Diamond Beach. Our 3 bedroom/2 bath penthouse is located on the fifth floor at Diamond Beach Resort and Spa, which is unequivocally the preeminent resort in Galveston.

All of the condos at Diamond Beach have great views of the water but this is one of the few condos that has a view of the bay and the ocean. Starting at the front door, you have a wonderful view of the bay. As you step inside the penthouse, you will be greeted by floor-to-ceiling windows with spectacular views of the Gulf of Mexico. When you open the sliding glass doors, you will step onto your private oversized balcony with a 180 degree view of the bay and the gorgeous Gulf waters. The balcony is a great place to sip a cup of coffee in the morning before everyone wakes up or have a nice tropical drink in the evening with your family and friends.

The master bedroom in the penthouse is one of the few units that has floor-to-ceiling windows with a spectacular view of the Gulf. The bedroom is an oasis for rest and relaxation, starting with its chandelier, deluxe king- size bed, and 55-inch flat screen TV (my husband’s decorating input) . The bathroom contains a wonderful rain-shower and an oversized tub. The bathroom also has his and her sinks. The condo has complimentary Wifi.

The 2nd bedroom has a deluxe queen size bed, a custom headboard, a 55 inch-flat screen TV (again my husband’s decorating input).

The 3rd bedroom has a deluxe king size bed, a custom headboard, and a large flat screen TV . The 2nd bath is across from the two guest bedrooms with a walk-in shower. The penthouse is tiled with stone floor and a washer/dryer.

The penthouse comes with a fully equipped kitchen and has granite counter tops. You’ll have 180 degree views of the ocean as you prepare waffles for breakfast or eat your favorite take-out foods from the large selection of restaurants within a short distance of Diamond Beach. The dining table seats 6 and the counter-stools sit 3, which is where the kids like to sit.

The living room has fantastic views of the ocean, a queen-sleeper sofa, and a 60-inch flat screen smart TV (you’ll never guess who picked out the TV). The condo sleeps up to 8 people.

Diamond Beach boasts of many amenities including:

Concierge: A concierge desk open 7 days a week from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm for your convenience with a staff knowledgeable regarding the island’s best attractions and restaurants.

Pools: Three pools consisting of a 750 ft. lazy river with a swim up bar and grill, a gigantic 300 ft. tiered cascading pool (which contains a kids’ pool), and Galveston’s only indoor heated pool for year-round enjoyment. The pools have plenty of lounge chairs or, if you want something more private, you can rent a cabana for the day.

Pool Bar: The pool bar is open on Fridays and Saturdays during the summer.

Spa: Ruthy's Spa is now open on the 4th floor. Book your appointment and relax with one of the many wonderful treatments.

Gym: The Look Better in Your Swimsuit Center (aka The Exercise Room). This place may inspire those of us (like me) who would prefer to have a tooth extracted instead of going to the gym to actually get on a treadmill with its spectacular vistas of the Gulf.

Game Room. Tabletop shuffleboard, foosball, pin ball machines, a billiards table, and a Wii Room for the kids and sometimes even parents get to play.

Cinema Room: If you are in the mood to go to the movies, all you need to do is step into the private theater room at Diamond Beach while you enjoy a bag of popcorn.

Kids Jungle Room: With its jungle murals, games, blocks, oversized bean bags and TV, this is the place to be for the hip toddler crowd.

Business Center: If you must work, at least you’ll have great views of the indoor pool and beach.

Beach Access: If you have time to go to the beach after doing all of the activities at Diamond Beach Resort & Spa, all you need to do is open the door on the property next to the lazy river and walk down to the beach. Diamond Beach is located just steps away from the beach. There’s no need to cross the road or jump in the car.

Diamond Beach is near everything. Just a few minutes car drive from: (i) entertainment (Moody Gardens; Miniature Golf; Schlitterbahn Waterpark; The Stand; Railroad Museum); (ii) golf courses (Moody Gardens Golf Course and Galveston Country Club), (iii) recreational activities (Seaside Bicycle Rentals; fishing for speckled trout, redfish, founder, golden croaker); bird watching (3/4 of all North American species travel through Galveston during fall and spring migration), (iv) restaurants (everything from McDonald’s to Guido’s), and (v) lots of shopping.

We are glad to share our home with you and know you will enjoy your stay here as you make great memories with your family and friends.

We offer a full refund if cancellations are received 15 days or more before check-in. We recommend guests purchase trip insurance. Guests will be required to accept the terms and conditions of the short term rental agreement and sign the Diamond Beach Owners Association Waiver of Liability, Disclaimer and Indemnity Agreement prior to check-in.

Please note, construction on the new building adjacent to Diamond Beach on the west side has started and is expected to continue until Q2 2027. The construction is not on Diamond Beach property, but when you are on the balcony there will be varying degree of noise depending on the construction schedule.

Galveston Rental License No. GVR13330

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
DB is perfect for kids, plz watch kids at pools
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Events

No events allowed
HOA does not allow parties/events
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry, we love pets but not at the condo
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside the Unit or at DB.
Guest must sign the Waiver of Liability, Disclaimer and Indemnity Agreement upon arrival

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
Note from host: HOA does not allow parties/events
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 first aid kit
Property Registration Number GVR01130

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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 Galveston Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Moody Gardens. Consider McGuire-Dent Recreation Center for a night out or Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier if you're travelling with kids. 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

  • 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) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy's On The Pier - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Landing - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Galveston Island Brewing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does High Style Penthouse #5PH2 With 180 Degree View Of The Gulf and Lazy River have a pool?

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

Is High Style Penthouse #5PH2 With 180 Degree View Of The Gulf and Lazy River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at High Style Penthouse #5PH2 With 180 Degree View Of The Gulf and Lazy River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at High Style Penthouse #5PH2 With 180 Degree View Of The Gulf and Lazy River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is High Style Penthouse #5PH2 With 180 Degree View Of The Gulf and Lazy River located?

Nestled on the beach, this Near West End condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Galveston Island Beaches and Galveston Go Kart and Fun Center. Sunny Beach and Seawall Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 248 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! The condo was very clean and provided everything we needed. We loved the large balcony; and it was especially safe with small children. As always, the river and the pool provided much relaxation and fun.Maria is a super nice and helpful host. We're looking forward to our next visit!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

brooke d.

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

amazing condo

we love diamond beach, but this condo was by far our favorite!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda S.

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

Excellent amenities

Location and amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Callie H.

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

Great condo

We had a wonderful time! The property is beautiful and love the beach access. Condo was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

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

Loved our stay!

We loved our stay at Diamond Beach. The condo was very nice and just as listing showed. Very clean and comfortable. The balcony is huge, and we loved spending mornings and evenings there. The Lazy River was where we spent most of our time and is so relaxing. We would definitely stay at Maria's condo again. It is perfect for a group of adults with the way the bedrooms are set up.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery T.

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

Great Views and beach

This was a great property with fabulous view of the ocean. We walked in the beach enjoyed great nearby restaurants- Maria was easy to deal with and gave us great restaurant recommendations. This is the first time to Galveston and we will be back and will stay at this place if possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

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

Perfect Galveston weekend getaway

Perfect place for us to bring the kids and family for the weekend. Our 3 year old boy was entertained the whole time with the lazy river, play room, and arcade. The amenities are worth it, rather than getting a beach house down the street of which we have done before. The lazy river is nice and our son absolutely enjoyed the easy access to the beach and sand. This condo was very clean and peaceful. Lots of space and beautiful view of the beach on the balcony. We highly recommend and will definitely be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda N., Round Rock

Wonderful condo

This is our third stay in this condo with the grandkids; It fits our family well. We came in May this year instead of January as the last two times, so we were able to enjoy the outdoor pool and the beach. We highly recommend this condo and Diamond Resort.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

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

Best place to stay in Galveston

I have stayed a lot of places when visiting Galveston and this is by far the best! In fact I had my bachelorette party here and just had to take family here! They loved it as much as I did, my mom and dad loved the location and the ease of getting around. My sister with her 16 month old son loved the openness and kid friendly environment! My husband and I loved the privacy of the rooms and the big kitchen!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicola P.

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

Fantastic Stay – Beautiful Condo & Thoughtful Amenities!

Our family of six (three adults, three children, including a baby) had a wonderful two week stay at this condo in Galveston. Communication with the owner was impeccable, making the booking and check-in process seamless. The condo itself was beautifully decorated, filled with thoughtful anecdotes, and stocked with extras that are often missing in other rentals—such as additional trash bags and dishwasher detergent. We especially loved the abundance of books, DVDs, and games, which made our stay even more enjoyable for both kids and adults. The checkout process was just as smooth, making our departure stress-free. We truly appreciated the attention to detail and the welcoming atmosphere. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill H., New Waverly, Texas

Beautiful condo

Beautiful condo!! It was very clean and stocked with the essentials and then some. Comfortably fit 6 people. The kids loved the indoor pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Marci T.

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

Beautiful view

View is absolutely beautiful. Master bathroom is amazing. The furniture in the living room is pretty "used" but overall a very nice condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel H.

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

Love this unit

Had a wonderful time for the start of Mardis gras. Very clean unit which was well stocked. We felt right at home immediately. Would love to come back and use this space again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Great beach penthouse

Three generation spring break vacation. Weather was a little colder than expected but the penthouse and property were great. Quick access to quiet beach area, lazy river, large pool, 2 hot tubs, heated indoor pool, game room, and kids “jungle room” were all enjoyed. Room was in good shape with a big deck that has nice long view of the beach. Kids enjoyed watching pelicans fly by. Would recommend for a family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz M., Richardson, Texas

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

Wonderful Condo with the best Ocean view

We loved Maria’s condo! The kitchen, living room & balcony has a beautiful ocean view! It is well appointed & very clean with comfortable beds & luxury bathrooms & everything you need to cook in the kitchen. We were welcomed with a kind note & a bottle of wine! Diamond Beach resort has everything a family needs for relaxation & recreation . Thank you Maria!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roberta L.

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

Location

Location was great, right on the beach , you do not have to cross the busy road to get to the beach. The pool, lazy river, workout room, game room, and move theater were wonderful. Keep the kids entertained. I would go back. The room was spacious, and very comfortable. THE VIEW...WONDERFUL. Everything was there even extras.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

wael K.

Very Very nice place

We did a last minute decision to spend two days in Galveston. What a surprise! This unit is very well equipped. You get enough towels, silverware, china, pots, basic stuff like salt, pepper, oil , ...etc Very clean and nice The view is awesome on the 5th floor no sun in the morning and you will start getting some after 11 am Easy access to the elevator Will come back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robin J.

Just perfect

This resort and unit was perfect for a girls weekend away. The condo was beautifully decorated and extremely clean. We loved it! My only surprise was that the balcony you couldn’t look down onto the pool because the roof extended beyond the balcony. Once we got used to that it was no biggie. And the views of the Gulf of Mexico. I will definitely be back. Thank you Maria!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Last minute Anniversary Get-away

Because of the pandemic, our original travel plans were canceled. We searched and found this beautiful penthouse unit overlooking the Gulf. What we really enjoyed was the extra large balcony which half was covered (great if it rains), and the other 1/2 received the sun (great if you want to lay out and soak up the rays). We did not see this extended balcony anywhere else on property. The unit is decorated very nice giving a French style appeal, which was great for a romantic anniversary getaway for two.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Karen H.

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

Another Great Sat At Diamond Beach!

Very beautiful condo with beautiful furnishings. We enjoyed our stay. The condo has a large outdoor patio it is over the roof of the gym so you are not able to see the pool or lazy river below. I knew this when I reserved it. I only mention it because I was a little unsure how it was going to be, but it is a great patio and there are great views of the ocean and beach. It felt more private and we very much enjoyed the outside space. The only issues we had were that we are used to having more bath towels and wash clothes available we had to wash towels frequently and the dryer wasn't working but they were in the process of servicing the dryer when we left. Every bedroom and the livingroom had TV's but we were not able to stream as the apps we not availble on the TV's- that was a little inconvenient but we reserved the theater room every night. Overall it is a very nice condo with comfy beds and we enjoyed our stay. The host was very sweet and responsive. Diamond Beach is a great place to stay and there is so much to do without having to leave - we love the lazy river and theater room the most. We enjoyed the bar at the pool as well!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patreece L.

SIMPLY AMAZING!!!!

HATS OFF TO THIS AMAZING PENTHOUSE, FROM THE DECOR, TO THE CUSTOMER SERVICE FROM THE STAFF!! WE WERE TREMENDOUSLY IMPRESSED. WE HAD A WORRY FREE VACATION VISIT AT THIS HOME. THE OWNER WAS HANDS ON REACHABLE FOR ANY QUESTIONS THEY MAY HAVE COME UP. I WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS PENTHOUSE TO ANY ONE LOOKING TO LIVE FANCY FOR A FREE DAYS!!! MY FAMILY WERE BLOW AWAY WITH THE FANTASTIC VIEWS!!!! 20 THUMBS UP!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Richard H., Katy, Texas

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

Our ownMardi Geas

The condo was perfect for our weekend stay. We have friends that have a condo there as well. We all usually do both weekends of Mardi Gras each year. Since everything got cancelled we had our own Mardi Gras weekend. There were 5 couples and we had a nice brunch on Saturday morning. The condo is well equipped snd we had everything we needed to put out a big spread. The rooms are huge in this unit and we are all very comfortable. We will definitely rent this unit again for our gatherings the beach views were incredible. Wish the weather had been better and we could’ve used the big patio
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Elwood B.

Spacious condo fun resort no real beach access

Condo was very roomie. Owner had everything needed such as bath towels utensils soaps shampoo and even games. Arrived to a bottle of wine which was a nice touch. Large balcony and plenty of room inside. We had 7 guests and never felt crowded. The resort pools and game rooms and amentities were very nice. Everything was great. The only downside was there wasn’t an easy beach access. You had to walk down a steep hill and beach wasn’t as nice as other areas around. This wasn’t an issue for us as the pools and other amentities kept us busy and entertained. If we wanted to go to Galveston again for a comfortable nice place we would rent this condo again. Owner is very accommodating. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

4/10 Poor

Shara S.

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

Didn’t feel welcomed

The condo was very nice and the condo owner was quick with communication but the security guard of the property was very rude. Apparently you are required to wear different colored wrist bands each day which I was not told, so on this particular day I had the wrong color wrist band on and the security guy asked me about it and told me I had to go get the correct color band and FOLLOWED me to the reception desk even after me telling him I was a guest, had my condo key on my arm and had already entered the pool gate with my key fob! I did not like feeling like I wasn’t supposed to be there when we paid good money, won’t be staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Maria

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My name is Maria. I am an attorney, and my husband is a law professor. We love to travel but with our busy lives it’s difficult to get away for more than a few days. Diamond Beach is the perfect getaway. It doesn’t require a plane ride or a long car drive. We can go for the day or for the week.

Why they chose this property

We purchased a 2 bedroom condo at Diamond Beach a few years ago. We have had so much fun and have been asked by so many guests if we had another condo that we decided to buy another condo. The penthouse is spectacular and the photos do not do it justice.

What makes this property unique

Diamond Beach is a haven from our hectic lives. Whether you go with your kids, do a girls weekend, or a romantic getaway, you’ll want to come back again and again. If you live in Houston, it’s as close as a 45 minute drive. Even though you’re so close to home, you’ll feel that you’ve gone to the Caribbean for a vacation with all the amenities and tranquility.

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests