The Shores Travel Guide
South Padre Island
Popular places to visit
South Padre Island Beach
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.
Beach Park at Isla Blanca
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Beach Park at Isla Blanca during your visit to South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Isla Blanca Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Isla Blanca Beach during your trip to South Padre Island? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
Explore the great outdoors at South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, a lovely green space in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier
After visiting Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Laguna Madre Nature Trail
Explore the great outdoors at Laguna Madre Nature Trail, a lovely green space in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Bay & Ocean Parasailing over the Gulf of Mexico South Padre Isl.
Learn to Surf on South Padre Island
Private Sunset Cruise South Padre Island
1.5-Hour Historical Jet Ski Experience in South Padre Island
Private Bay Fishing South Padre Island
Top hotels in The Shores
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Good 👍
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Sand Rose Beach Resort
We have stayed here several times. Location is perfect to beach access and just sitting on deck and watching the action on the beach. Never had a problem with a bartender until this trip. Poorly made drinks that tasted like soda. And when you address the issue he was rude. Rooms were lacking coffee ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
Breakfast was a great way to start the day, very nice job! Hot tub jets were a little loud due to water being low. Swimming pool was nice. Overall, clean and affordable place to stay.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Isla Grand Beach Resort
Loved everything about this resort will definitely be staying again. Had access to everything just a short distance from our room, pools jacuzzis bars restaurants and the beach. This is definitely going to be pur new Go to spot when staying at the Island.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
Nice
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
Everything was dirty, mold on ceiling and floors bugs everywhere and hotel staff was spraying raid on everything from the bar cups and serving utensils to the kitchen counters and cooking products. All amenities were a joke pool table broken and poolside bar closed the whole time. Not a resort and ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Shores
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.
