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

Eco and Dolphin Watch Tour of South Padre Island

45-Minute Jetski Rental in South Padre Island

Parasailing Adventure in South Padre Island
Top hotels in The Shores

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Good 👍
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Sand Rose Beach Resort
n/c
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
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 10 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.



