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Our top choices for Dolphin and Nature Research Center hotels

A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a white wall with signage.

1. Port Isla Inn

Port Isla Inn
2.0 star property
1.2 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent stay… clean rooms. Great staff."
United States
Eric
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Port Isla Inn
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a seating area.

2. Casa Rosa Inn

Casa Rosa Inn
2.5 star property
0.8 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
7.8 out of 10, Good, (556 reviews)
"the atmosphere felt like home great service and personal"
United States
Joe
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Casa Rosa Inn
A wooden deck with a railing, three chairs, and a pair of blue shoes on the deck.

3. Blizzard's Lighthouse 4 Bedroom Home

Blizzard's Lighthouse 4 Bedroom Home
3.0 star property
0.7 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
The price is £827
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Blizzard's Lighthouse 4 Bedroom Home
A pool area with wooden chairs and a table, a stone waterfall feature, and palm trees in the background.

4. Channelfront - Remodeled - Pool - Boatslips

Channelfront - Remodeled - Pool - Boatslips
3.5 star property
0.7 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
The price is £853
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Channelfront - Remodeled - Pool - Boatslips
A pool area with a gazebo, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

5. La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
2.9 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,359 reviews)
"breakfast was great and the room was nice"
United States
Stephanie
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
A beachside building with a covered seating area and adjacent parking lot.

6. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG
2.5 star property
4.5 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,238 reviews)
"The location was perfect, right by the beach"
United States
Samuel
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG
A beach view from a covered area with several chairs and umbrellas.

7. Wanna Wanna Inn

Wanna Wanna Inn
2.0 star property
4 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location great staff great price"
United States
Clarissa
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Wanna Wanna Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a built-in TV, and a bathroom with a shower and a toilet.

8. El Delfín Lodge

El Delfín Lodge
2.5 star property
4 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,648 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay, very clean"
United States
Cynthia
The price is £39
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
El Delfín Lodge
A beachside hotel with multiple buildings, a sandy beach, and a view of the ocean.

9. Sand Rose Beach Resort

Sand Rose Beach Resort
3.0 star property
4.7 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,967 reviews)
"Great location with access to the beach and different food places"
United States
Holly
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Sand Rose Beach Resort
A swimming pool with a sunshade, surrounded by a brick patio and a building with a white facade.

10. Padre South Hotel On The Beach

Padre South Hotel On The Beach
2.0 star property
3 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,186 reviews)
"Everything was excellent!"
United States
Marcos Rene
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Padre South Hotel On The Beach
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the beach.

11. Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island Beachfront

Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island Beachfront
3.5 star property
4.8 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,099 reviews)
"Beach access and the pool excellent"
United States
Juan
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island Beachfront
A Courtyard hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a stone waterfall feature.

12. Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island

Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
3.0 star property
4.6 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,074 reviews)
"Place is great right in the beach, had lots of fun staying here"
United States
Josefina
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and palm trees.

13. Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
4.0 star property
2.7 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,696 reviews)
"Super comfortable beds, excellent location, friendly staff, lots of choices of things to do"
United States
Regina
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
An aerial view of a hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and surrounding greenery.

14. Upper Deck Hotel and Bar - Adults Only

Upper Deck Hotel and Bar - Adults Only
2.0 star property
3.3 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (262 reviews)
"Loved the place. The staff were amazing. Will definitely be back."
United States
Sean
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Upper Deck Hotel and Bar - Adults Only
A modern restaurant with a long counter, seating area, and a coffee machine.

15. Best Western Beachside Inn

Best Western Beachside Inn
2.5 star property
3.6 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Great clean and quiet stay"
United States
Timothy
The price is £48
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Best Western Beachside Inn
A pool area with a colorful mural, wooden pergola, and clear pool water.

16. Lighthouse Inn

Lighthouse Inn
2.5 star property
2.9 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Location is great."
United States
Jose
The price is £42
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Lighthouse Inn
A resort with a central pool, multiple tennis courts, and a beach view.

17. Isla Grand Beach Resort

Isla Grand Beach Resort
3.5 star property
2.8 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,479 reviews)
"Really nice resort - will come back again."
United States
Jeanneth
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Isla Grand Beach Resort
A wooden sign with 'PALMS' and 'South Padre Island TX.' in front of a beach view.

18. The Palms Resort

The Palms Resort
2.5 star property
3.4 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (750 reviews)
"Great Bar"
United States
Emma
The price is £82
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Palms Resort
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a small hot tub, and a covered seating area.

19. Luxury 1 Bedroom - Walk to Beach - Pool

Luxury 1 Bedroom - Walk to Beach - Pool
3.5 star property
2.8 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Clean rooms, and a good location on the southside of South Padre Island. Great communication with the owner. Quick walk to the beach and a very large pool on the property."
United States
Robert
The price is £262
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Luxury 1 Bedroom - Walk to Beach - Pool
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with ocean waves in the background.

20. Comfort Suites Beachside

Comfort Suites Beachside
2.5 star property
2.8 mi from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,315 reviews)
"Quick stay but great experience"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Comfort Suites Beachside
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Other attractions near Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Port Isabel Lighthouse

8.8/10 (531 reviews)
Find out about the history of Port Isabel when you spend time at Port Isabel Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Top Dolphin and Nature Research Center Hotel Reviews

A beachside building with a covered seating area and adjacent parking lot.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG
North End

8/10 Good

In comparison to the other hotels nearby this hotel offer good quality for the price. The hotel did have some maintenance issues during my stay but that did not detract for my quality of visit.
United Kingdom
Phill
Reviewed June 6, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Dolphin and Nature Research Center?

Dolphin and Nature Research Center is located in a welcoming area of Port Isabel known for its beautiful island views and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 114 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Dolphin and Nature Research Center?

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Dolphin and Nature Research Center. Other good choices within 5 miles include Port Isla Inn and La Copa Inn Beach Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Dolphin and Nature Research Center?

Expedia has 114 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Dolphin and Nature Research Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dolphin and Nature Research Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Dolphin and Nature Research Center.

What can I see and do near Dolphin and Nature Research Center?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Treasures of the Gulf Museum and Port Isabel Historical Museum. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Isla Blanca Park, South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center and Laguna Madre Nature Trail. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Isla Blanca Beach, South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Bayside Beach.