Every year we stay at Islander East (we just went last week). I've been going to Galveston for 30 years, and I've stayed at Islander East for the past 6 years. It's on the beach, not across from the beach like most of the hotels/condos. The condos are individually owned, so the decor and upkeep varies a bit. I've been happy with all of them except one, and then I nicely complained to the management and they switched me to a different one and I loved it. They have different sizes, but for our family of four we stay in a 2 bedroom, 1 bath with a kitchen and living room and 2 balconies and it's only $209 a night. I think they call it an efficiency, but it's really big. The pool isn't fancy, but it's always clean and cool. There are chairs and umbrellas to rent on the beach if you want to. I'm pretty familiar with most places in Galveston, so if you have any other questions, let me know. Have a great time!