The Shores Travel Guide

South Padre Island

Photo by Shoba Krishnamurthy
Photo by Shoba Krishnamurthy

Popular places to visit

South Padre Island Beach

South Padre Island Beach

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at South Padre Island Beach, a popular beach in South Padre Island. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

South Padre Island Beach
Beach Park at Isla Blanca

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.

Beach Park at Isla Blanca
Sea Turtle Inc

Sea Turtle Inc

Enjoy an outing to Sea Turtle Inc during your stay in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Sea Turtle Inc
South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center

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.

South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier

Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier

Explore the waterfront in South Padre Island with a trip to Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier
Laguna Madre Nature Trail

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.

Laguna Madre Nature Trail

Things to do

Banana Boat South Padre Island

Banana Boat South Padre Island

£24
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Banana Boat South Padre Island
Fireworks Cruise with Dolphin Watch in Laguna Madre Bay

Fireworks Cruise with Dolphin Watch in Laguna Madre Bay

£28
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Fireworks Cruise with Dolphin Watch in Laguna Madre Bay
Private Guided Surfing Class on South Padre Island

Learn to Surf on South Padre Island

£55
per adult
Learn to Surf on South Padre Island
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Top hotels in The Shores

Isla Grand Beach Resort

Isla Grand Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
500 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
The price is £88 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£88
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,524 reviews)
You have to go!
"Isla Grand is amazing! Super clean, all of the staff was awesome! This is a beautiful, comfortable, relaxing and fun resort."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Isla Grand Beach Resort
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

3.5 out of 5
100 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
The price is £94 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£94
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,211 reviews)
"The breakfast is incredible"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
Sand Rose Beach Resort

Sand Rose Beach Resort

3 out of 5
7000 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
The price is £125 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
£125
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,119 reviews)
"Great location,easy check in"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Sand Rose Beach Resort
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 £112 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£112
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy a full-service spa, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,526 reviews)
"Good service just at check in the person at the front desk was a bit rude when asked something about the stay, however everyone else around the hotel the staff was very polite. The other problem we were without water for a while in the morning at checkout so it was a bit rushed to get out on ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Padre South Hotel On The Beach

Padre South Hotel On The Beach

2 out of 5
1500 Gulf Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
Stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,526 reviews)
Review from a local
"As a local to the Valley this is our “go to” bargain hotel and we’ve been staying here for years. The kitchenette is a great feature, bring and cook your own food. The hotel is ON THE BEACH (and chair/umbrella rentals) The only thing that isn’t so great is the pool, small and gets crowded. No bar/food ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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Padre South Hotel On The Beach
Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island

Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island

3 out of 5
6700 PADRE BLVD, South Padre Island, TX
The price is £92 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£92
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,474 reviews)
Nice stay at the beautiful beach
"The mattress was comfortable. The room was spacious. With plenty of room for all the stuff you need for the beach. The room was swept and mopped daily and the towels changed daily which is very helpful for all the sand you get from the beach. Parking is not ideal, you walk across the street, so loading ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
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