6 Best Yacht Charters Near Galveston, Texas

Nicole Ann
Contributing Writer
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| 3 min read

A busy life can be stressful and exhausting. If you’re looking for a place where you can refresh your mind, visit Galveston. This island city boasts wonderful places for every vacationer. Top sights to explore around the bay are Kemah Boardwalk, Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, and Clear Creek Channel Lake. NASA Space Center Houston is a great spot for kids. Serene views of the sunrise, sunset, and midnight sky can be enjoyed on a cruise. The best way to discover Galveston is by having a taste of marina life. Many yacht rentals that can accommodate day tours and evening hangouts by the sea are available. Experience life aboard by checking out our selection of the best yacht charters near Galveston, Texas.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 03, 2024.

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1. Fully equipped yacht with a spacious salon

This yacht, which is set in Clear Lake Shores between League city and Kemah, includes two staterooms with a double bed and a convertible twin bed, a salon with two couches, a flat-screen TV, and an elevated dining area with lovely marina views. It has a dual-zone air conditioning system and a kitchen with essential appliances, such as a microwave, a stove, a blender, a fridge, and a coffee maker.

Moreover, the clean and family-friendly houseboat has a great location since it is close to Kemah Boardwalk Lighthouse District.

Stayed at this property?
Clear Lake Shores, between League City & Kemah, Texas, United States
6.02 km (3.8 mi) from Space Center Houston
148 reviews   Superhost
Boat 3 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

2. Cozy sailboat with two bedrooms

Located just five minutes away from Kemah Boardwalk, this 36-foot (11-meter) sailboat offers waterfront views and features two bedrooms, a kitchen, a workspace, and a TV area. The kitchen has a refrigerator, an oven, and a coffee maker. The sailboat is also equipped with Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Outside the boat, you will find facilities in the marina, such as the pool, party room, barbecue grill area, showers, and laundry spot. You can join the welcoming host for a cruise and watch a fireworks display off Kemah.

Nearby places to visit are Space Center, TopGolf, Tanger Outlets, Lone Star Flight Museum (Ellington Airport), Haak Vineyard & Winery, Seawolf Park, The Strand-Galveston, and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier.

Stayed at this property?
Kemah, Texas, United States
5.5 km (3.5 mi) from Space Center Houston
118 reviews   Wifi Available
Boat 2 Beds 3 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

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3. Spacious sailboat with three private cabins

yacht charter galveston | spacious sailboat with three private cabins
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If you’re searching for a boat that’s suitable for your small event, this spacious sailboat is a great fit for you since it can accommodate up to 25 people. The yacht has three private cabins, each furnished with one double bed. A convertible sofa bed is also available in the common area.

Take a dip in the pool or have a soak in a hot tub available on shore. Watch the sunset and fireworks display at night. Extra service for a private lesson aboard the boat can also be availed of, with a separate fee.

Stayed at this property?

5.37 km (3.4 mi) from Space Center Houston
4 reviews  
Boat 4 Beds 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

4. Newly remodeled houseboat with decks

Close to Kemah Boardwalk, this newly remodeled, air-conditioned houseboat comes with a bedroom furnished with one double bed, one small double bed, and a bathroom with handy tools, such as a hair dryer, an iron, and hangers. The galley is equipped with cooking and dining essentials. You can marvel at wonderful views during the day on the front, back, and upper decks.

An exclusive man-made island can be a hangout place for you since it features an outdoor shower, a hot tub, a gas grill, canoes, and kayaks. Additional services offered by the host are fishing boat tours, sunset sails, and sail by the bay for the fireworks show in June and July.

Stayed at this property?
Kemah, Texas, United States
4.21 km (2.7 mi) from Space Center Houston
370 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Houseboat 3 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5

5. Lovely yacht with a hot tub

“Love Shack” is a 40-foot (12.2-meter) yacht that can accommodate a maximum of four guests, and it includes one bedroom, a kitchen, and a bathroom with a hot tub. The bedroom is fitted with one double bed, and a sofa bed is available too. You will have access to a mini pool where you can admire beautiful views of the sky. At night, you can watch a fireworks display from Galveston Bay, which is held on Fridays of June and July.

Make the most of your trip by relaxing on the floating island next to the houseboat. Chill out in the pergola or hot tub and make a sumptuous meal by using the barbecue grill.

Stayed at this property?
Kemah, Texas, United States
4.24 km (2.7 mi) from Space Center Houston
81 reviews   Wifi Available
Boat 2 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

6. Elegant sailboat with a living room

Set on Clear Lake in Kemah, “Lady Ayra” is a fully equipped sailboat with two bedrooms, a complete kitchen, a bathroom, and a living room. The first bedroom has a queen-sized bed while the other has one double bed. In the living room, you will find a TV and a sofa bed. The boat is also equipped with Wi-Fi and air-conditioning and heating systems. In the patio, pool, or hot tub in the marina, you can take in views of the waterfront or various birds that fly around the dock.

Nearby places to tour are Kemah Boardwalk, which is just 10 minutes away from the dock, NASA Space Center Houston, Galveston, and Moody Gardens.

Stayed at this property?
Kemah, Texas, United States
4.08 km (2.6 mi) from Space Center Houston
150 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Boat 3 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 0 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Experience a marina life

A busy life can sometimes be tiring. You can relieve your stress by experiencing a marina life near Galveston Bay; go on sunset sails and watch a fireworks display. Have a great time aboard one of the best yacht charters near Galveston.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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