Pet-Friendly Galveston Rentals
Homes where the dog comes too: beach, canal and downtown rentals that genuinely welcome pets, from the family who runs them.
Karas Vacation Rentals has several pet-friendly (dog-friendly) Galveston vacation rentals you can book direct - including beachfront Alma de Mar and Sunrise on the Beach, the canal-front Tiki Retreat, and downtown Oasis by the Bay and Happy House. Galveston's beaches welcome leashed dogs year round. Booking direct (no Airbnb needed) saves up to 15% versus the platform guest service fee on the same home and dates.
Written by Anna Karas, Galveston host · Updated July 2026
6 homes to choose from
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Alma de Mar
Alma de Mar is a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath beach house in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 12, in the gated Preserve at Grand...
Sunrise on the Beach
Sunrise on the Beach is a 5-bedroom, 3-bath beachfront vacation rental in Galveston, Texas that sleeps up to 17, in the...
Tiki Retreat
Tiki Retreat is a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath canal-front vacation home in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 10, on the West End in...
Oasis by the Bay
Oasis by the Bay is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation home in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 10, in a quiet residential...
The Grand View
The Grand View is a 5-bedroom, 4-bath oceanfront vacation rental in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 13, in the gated Grand...
Happy House
Happy House is a 2-bedroom vacation home in Galveston, Texas that sleeps 6, tucked into the heart of historic downtown....
Pet-Friendly Galveston Rentals
The dog is part of the family, so they should get a beach trip too. Galveston is an easy place to bring a pet: the beaches allow leashed dogs year round, and our pet-friendly homes give you space, a yard or deck, and an easy walk to the water. From beachfront Alma de Mar and Sunrise on the Beach to the canal-front Tiki Retreat and our easygoing downtown homes, there's a pet-friendly fit for most trips.
We're Anna and Tetiana, and we keep these homes genuinely pet-friendly, not pet-tolerant. Book direct instead of Airbnb or VRBO and you skip the guest service fee, saving up to 15 percent, and you can ask us directly about pet details for the home you're eyeing.
- Up to 15% off vs Airbnb - no guest service fee, ever.
- 5-Star Superhost - homes we know and stand behind.
- Real people, mom & daughter run - reach a host, not a call center.
Not sure which home?
Tell us your dates and group size and we'll point you to the right home and send your best direct rate.
What guests say
Verified 5-star reviews from guests who stayed in these homes
“We had a wonderful stay at this beach house! It was very clean, well-maintained, and had the perfect number of bedrooms and bathrooms for our family. The location was fantastic, just a short walk to the beach access, which made our trip so convenient. Anna was incredibly kind, responsive, and helpful throughout our stay, making everything easy from check-in to checkout. We will definitely be staying here again. Highly recommend!”
“We had an amazing stay at Sunrise on the Beach. The home was beautiful, clean, and very well maintained. It had everything our family and friends needed for a relaxing and fun getaway. The location was perfect, with easy access to the beach and nearby attractions. Anna was a wonderful host, friendly and responsive, and made the entire experience smooth from booking to checkout. We would absolutely stay here again!”
“My family and I had a wonderful time! The home was clean and everything felt new. There was plenty of space for my family of 4. There is a lovely outdoor area to enjoy the water and a nice neighborhood to explore. It's about a 5 minute drive from the beach and 30 minutes from downtown Galveston, which I preferred, being away from the crowd. Even my dog felt right at home.”
Why booking direct is cheaper
It's the same home and the same dates either way. The difference is the platform's guest service fee - which you skip when you book straight through us.
| Book direct (Karas) | Airbnb / VRBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Guest service fee | $0 - none, ever | ~10-15% added at checkout |
| Same home, same dates | Up to 15% less | List price + platform fee |
| Who you talk to | The host directly (Anna & her mom) | Platform support / call center |
| Questions & changes | Handled by us, one-to-one | Routed through the platform |
| Local Galveston tips | From the family who lives it | Generic listing info |
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Pet-Friendly Galveston Rentals: common questions
Which of your Galveston rentals are pet-friendly?
Several homes welcome dogs, including beachfront Alma de Mar and Sunrise on the Beach, the Grand Beach house GBR41, the canal-front Tiki Retreat, and our downtown homes Oasis by the Bay and Happy House. Each home's page notes its pet policy, and every one can be booked direct.
Are Galveston beaches dog-friendly?
Yes. Most Galveston beaches welcome leashed dogs year round, which makes a pet-friendly beach house an easy choice for travelers bringing a dog.
Is there a pet fee?
Pet details and any fee vary by home. Message us with your dates and your dog, and we'll confirm the policy and your best direct rate for that home.
How many dogs can I bring?
Most pet-friendly homes welcome up to two small dogs. If you have a larger dog or more than two, just ask and we'll let you know which home fits.