South Padre Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in South Padre Island

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North End

If you're spending some time in North End, South Padre Island Beach and Sea Turtle Inc are top sights worth seeing.

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The Shores

While visiting The Shores, you might make a stop by sights like South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Farmers' Market.

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

4 out of 5
310 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
The price is 4.499.456 ₫ per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
4.499.456 ₫
5.948.934 ₫ total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy a full-service spa, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,353 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and with the exception of 1 rude member, the staff was very nice. Bradley, at the LandShark Cafe was exceptional. He did an excellent job serving us and was very friendly. He made us feel at home. The only issue was that our room got skipped on the first day for cleaning ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
350 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
Fully refundable
The price is 3.893.854 ₫ per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
3.893.854 ₫
4.818.499 ₫ total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,031 reviews)
"Only 2 elevators one was out of service,hotel was at capacity. Room cleaned only once with a 5 day stay. Could only have 3 towels per room no more. Yes, close to beach but hotel was not worth the $ that we paid, looked outdated. Pictures on website not accurate. Parking full and not secured for vehicles. ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
Sand Rose Beach Resort

Sand Rose Beach Resort

3 out of 5
7000 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
The price is 3.512.890 ₫ per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
3.512.890 ₫
4.372.771 ₫ total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,427 reviews)
"Great breakfast, close to the beach, clean rooms and building."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Sand Rose Beach Resort
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Sunchase IV by South Padre Resort Rental

Sunchase IV by South Padre Resort Rental

3 out of 5
1000 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
Stay at this condo in South Padre Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions South Padre Island Beach and Beach Park at Isla ...
9/10 Wonderful! (299 reviews)
"The property was great, the view and the beach access was remarkable. Will return next summer if availability."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Sunchase IV by South Padre Resort Rental
Royale Beach and Tennis Club

Royale Beach and Tennis Club

3 out of 5
400 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
Stay at this beach condo in South Padre Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (388 reviews)
"We loved it! Pool, beach, room"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Royale Beach and Tennis Club
Sea Vista by South Padre Condo Rentals

Sea Vista by South Padre Condo Rentals

4 out of 5
110 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
Stay at this beach condo in South Padre Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions South Padre Island Beach and Beach Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
"this condo was clean but barely equipped with necessities. There were no carpets or mats on the floors so had to use towels especially in the shower areas for slippery floors. Couch looked very worn. Dining table legs were wobbly. Refrigerator does not have ice or water (they did provide ice trays). ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Sea Vista by South Padre Condo Rentals
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular South Padre Island attractions

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South Padre Island Beach

9.4/10 (6,564 reviews)
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at South Padre Island Beach, a popular beach in South Padre Island. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's live music.
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Cities near South Padre Island

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Port Isabel

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Brownsville

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Los Fresnos

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