Sapphire, the crown jewel of South Padre Island, offers a luxurious retreat. Unwind in the full-service spa or work out at the state-of-the-art fitness center. Lounge around Sapphire's expansive pool and take in northern views from your private balcony.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Entire condo
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6122 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Spa pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
Elegant 2nd Floor Condo at the Sapphire! Resort Pool, Hot Tub, Spa, Movie Theater & More!
SAPPHIRE #201 - PERMIT # 2023-1501 Maximum Occupancy: 6 guests (including infants & children) Standard Occupancy (sleeps): 4 guests (including infants & children) Vehicle Maximum: 2 (includes golf carts, trailers, recreational vehicles, etc.) PETS/ANIMALS OF ANY KIND ARE NOT PERMITTED! Spring Break/Holy Week Restrictions: IMMEDIATE FAMILIES (parents, grandparents, & children) ONLY Wristbands are required for all guests ALL year.
Come stay at Sapphire, the crown jewel of South Padre Island! Pamper yourself at Sapphire's full service spa, work out in a state of the art fitness center, take in a movie in the 30 seat theater, challenge your friends in the game room and lounge around the largest pool in South Padre Island. Surround yourself with contemporary luxury in your tastefully furnished and accessorized, condominium overlooking Sapphire's garden and the Gulf of Mexico. Take in beautiful, northern views of South Padre Island's coastline from your private balcony and enjoy convenient access to Sapphire's resort amenities from your 2nd floor, corner condominium.
Rest peacefully in your master bedroom outfitted with a king-sized bed and luxurious linens. Retreat to your private bath for a soothing soak in your jetted tub and rinse away your worries in your exquisitely tiled walk-in shower. Treat your guests to the comfort of a private bedroom outfitted with a queen-sized bed. Guests enjoy a spacious guest bathroom with double sinks and a tub/shower combination.
The sparkling, football field long pool is spectacular with shallow and deep areas for wading or swimming! Comfortable lounge chairs encompass the pool and several cabanas are available for rent to complete your day at the pool. A lovely stroll through Sapphire's tropical gardens leads you to the sandy shores of South Padre Island's beautiful beach.
Your luxurious vacation begins at Sapphire, South Padre Island's Crown Jewel resort!
Amenities and Vacation Essentials Provided
Every stay at Sapphire #201 includes a complimentary starter kit stocked with essential vacation items such as toilet paper, paper towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, dish soap, laundry detergent, coffee and filters, olive oil, and basic seasonings. For your comfort, we recommend bringing a few personal favorites such as beach towels, sunscreen, extra blankets, bottled water, or baby items. These small extras will make your stay even more relaxing and worry-free.
Please note that, in addition to rental units, Sapphire is a residential property. Many of the units are occupied by owners that live here full time. Upon booking, you will receive a list of the Sapphire's rules and regulations. Guests are asked to respect and obey the Sapphire's rules so that everyone can enjoy their time at the resort. This brief note is to emphasize the fact that the Sapphire vigorously enforces these rules. Failure to abide by them may result in fines and eviction. Refunds will not be given to any guest that is evicted as the outcome of breaking any of the Sapphire's rules and regulations.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Snack bar/deli
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Luggage storage
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Gym
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in South Padre Island, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Jesus Christ of the Fisherman Statue and Port Isabel Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Beach Waterpark. South Padre Jetties and Gravity Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby. Visit our South Padre Island travel guide
Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
42 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
19 min walk
Longboard
4 min drive
Dirty Al's
18 min walk
Isla Grand Beach Resort
16 min walk
Landshark
4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Elegant 2nd Floor Condo at the Sapphire! Resort Pool, Hot Tub, Spa, Movie Theater & More! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Elegant 2nd Floor Condo at the Sapphire! Resort Pool, Hot Tub, Spa, Movie Theater & More! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Elegant 2nd Floor Condo at the Sapphire! Resort Pool, Hot Tub, Spa, Movie Theater & More!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Elegant 2nd Floor Condo at the Sapphire! Resort Pool, Hot Tub, Spa, Movie Theater & More!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Elegant 2nd Floor Condo at the Sapphire! Resort Pool, Hot Tub, Spa, Movie Theater & More!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Elegant 2nd Floor Condo at the Sapphire! Resort Pool, Hot Tub, Spa, Movie Theater & More! located?
Nestled on the beach, this South Padre Island condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier and Beach Park at Isla Blanca. South Padre Island Beach is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.
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Elegant 2nd Floor Condo at the Sapphire! Resort Pool, Hot Tub, Spa, Movie Theater & More! Reviews
Reviews
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We have wanted to stay at Sapphire many times over the years because it looks very nice and clean with a fabulous pool. We walked into our room and it smelled like someone dumped a bunch of cheap lemon cleaner and bleach in the room. I had to wait a bit to occupy because it was so bad but I thought it was at least clean. Very quickly though, gnats started coming out. When you sat on the couch, they would come out. In the kitchen, in the bathroom, everywhere. I can’t tell you how many I killed in four days. Maybe the prior tenant had something ripe or never took the trash out but it grossed me out. The bed frame on the master bed was broken upon arrival too. My husband attached the headboard the best he could so the squeaky mattress would be flat at least. The view was lackluster but that is just because of its location in the building which we knew upon renting. We never got the cable to work in the living room. The elevators take an unusually long time considering its 2nd floor and was never busy or full of people. The elevator in the parking garage was also broken. Our room key had to be reprogrammed at least 4 times and we weren’t putting it in a wallet or next to electronics. For the front desk, you’d get a different answer within minutes depending on who you asked (about parking situation, movie theater availability, etc). Overall we just were not impressed for the price.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Robert W.
23 Oct 2022
Very noce
Nice clean unit. Staff are friendly. SPI was outstanding to deal with.
Robert W.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandra C.
17 June 2018
Remarkable condo, pool & stay
Condo was great, quite spacious, great layout. Although balcony didn’t directly face the ocean, you could still see the pool area & some of the ocean but at a caddy corner view. Otherwise we loved the condo & even the fact that it was on the 2nd Floor. This condo very well kept & becautf thank you very much!!! We will be back to Sapphire!!!!💕💕
Sandra C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Archival
6/10 Okay
Lisa J.
28 July 2017
Beautiful facility, but condo furnishings were lacking, stained and mismatched.
Facility and its amenities were top notch, but the furnishings in the home were cheap and sparse. Even my 10 year old commented on how it was Drab.
Lisa J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
James R.
2 Mar 2022
Underwhelming
We rented this condo from the middle of January until the end of February. It is spacious and has a limited view of the ocean. SPI Rentals informed us of the construction on the pool 2 weeks before our rental started—too late for us to back out. The concierge told us that the construction was announced a year ago. Additional issues were —the dryer is toy-sized, the few towels provided were almost rags, and the kitchen had no can opener, cutting board, and only 3 teaspoons. On the plus side, the wifi is excellent, the bed was comfortable, the Aveda Salon and Spa downstairs is great, and the gym is well-equipped.
James R.
Verified
6/10 Okay
mike m.
21 Apr 2019
Nice building, but the unit was poor.
The building and pool area are spectacular, however the particular unit we rented has a severely obstructed view of the gulf by the building in front of it and the view of that building is not pretty! I also found the unit was not well cleaned. The windows do not open and the patio door did not have a screen, so forget about getting any fresh air into the unit. Overall I would not rent this particular unit again.
Overall we had a very bad experience renting out Sapphire #201 due to the "Health Hazard Conditions of Electric Grill" in the balcony after being poorly cleaned. As a result, we were not able to use it during our rental stay at Sapphire #201. Also overall poor maintenance of the Sapphire #201; and, the sleeping accommodations for 3 adults and 3 children were not adequate; Sapphire #201 had 2 bedrooms with 2 beds and one not comfortable sofa. In summary, we were charged a high hefty price for renting an unit that did not provide the expected value to us.
I would also like to know why we were charged $190.00 fee by VRBO besides a total of $1,689.91 charged by SPI Rental; $1,029.37 - Rent; $415.00 (Cleaning Fee, Travel Insurance, Damage Waiver, Reservation Fee, Pet Fee and Wrist Bands); and, $245.54 (Hotel Occupancy Tax)
This property was not what we expected. We would not recommend this to anyone.
The condo was dirty and dingy. The lights were dim and provided little lighting in the rooms and restrooms. The tvs in the rooms didn’t work and the one in the living room was difficult to turn on. There was gnats coming out of the kitchen sink and we couldn’t get rid of them for the 4 days we were there. They traveled throughout the condo the entire time. There was also mosquitoes in the condo. Everything was dirty. The kitchen was disgusting and the appliances hadn’t been cleaned properly. The furniture was filthy and I didn’t even want my kids sitting on the couches. The windows were extremely dirty and gross, so much so that you couldn’t see out of them. I would not recommend anyone stay at this condo. Considering the COVID situation we expected the cleanliness to be up to par with the recommendations from the CDC. This was a mockery of the Saphirre property and left a bad taste with us. We will not be renting from you in the future.
Aurora S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Marvin D.
16 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in
Very nice property
nice property but zero amenities other than pool. cleaning fee was ridiculously excessive. leasing agent SPI rentals non responsive.
Marvin D.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Holly B.
7 Sept 2021
Bb b
Really enjoyed our stay. Just wanted to point out that ice maker wasn't working as well as the jets in the tub. Also one of the chairs outside was unusable. Again really had a good time.
Holly B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Holly B.
5 Sept 2021
SPI Fun and Luxury
The Sapphire is a great place. The pool is wonderful. Staff helpful and friendly. Staff would see you at the pool and ask you how are you enjoying your stay .SPI Rentals are easy to book through and very nice when I went to the office.
Condo very nice and clean! Pool amazing! Staff very friendly
Sharla S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
23 June 2021
#201
The Sapphire property is amazing! We have stayed here before but was disappointed in this unit. It is a nice big space, but needed repairs. The chain on the living room shade broke the first night and never was repaired. So, we did not have a view of the ocean for the entire stay. The balcony had a bit of a view but the furniture was so dirty and rusted that we didn't want to be out there. The bedding was old. Would not book a stay in this unit again.
Overall we enjoyed the entire experience. The location was great for our family. The beach wasn’t over crowded even though we were visiting during Spring Break. The only issue was the property wouldn’t allow anyone into the facility who was not in your Immediate family. The condo slept 6 but we could bring our nephews. I would most likely go back.
Location and property were very good. Unfortunately some information was not updated. Due to Covid 19, the gym and movie rooms were not open. Condo itself was nice, limited amount of towels and trash bags. Condo did have a problem with gnats and needed to be sprayed. Grounds were kept very clean and neat. Beach access was ideal. Overall a nice place to stay.
We loved the property. I had a heads up that we would need to bring extras like trash bags, laundry detergent and paper towels. The only problem was that when we arrived we were told that the futon was broken and they would send someone up to fix it right away. No one ever showed up so my kids ended up sleeping on the couches. Overall it was a very nice stay and we plan on coming back next summer.
Samantha E.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Michael G.
8 Sept 2020
Great location, not so great bed sheets
Great location and nice view for a second story condo. The rooms were very clean when walking in. The only disappointment was the lack of investment in fresh sheets. Pillow cases and bed sheets in the second bedroom had that musty smell which signaled they were old or had placed on the bed wet/damp. Outside of that we had a great time.
Very clean condo but view was so/so of the beach with a great view of the nearby roof. Condo could use a few items to make the stay better (dust pan, more dishes, a few tupperware containers or zip locks to help with storing food). Sometimes its the little things that make a trip even better. The manager quickly responded to any issues we had (no hot pads, no dish soap, fridge water filter needed to be changed)
We loved this condo, very comfortable for our family of 5! The pool is AMAZING and it is right off of the beach!!! Loved, loved our stay - we will def be back soon!! 💕💕💕
Jodie L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Shawn E.
15 Jan 2020
Great location, very clean condo, and friendly staff
If you are looking for an ocean view you need to look at other condos. But we didn't care at all, it's in a good location, plenty of room for our family of four. Not over decorated so you can actually move around in the condo. TV's in each room, internet, two bathrooms, two beds, excellent pool, hot tub, and steps to the beach. Also pool table, movie room, and really good gym for nights and if you have a rainy day. I would highly recommend this condo over much higher priced condos at the same location.
Shawn E.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sandra C.
15 Jan 2020
Remarkable condo, pool & stay
Condo was great, quite spacious, great layout. Although balcony didn't directly face the ocean, you could still see the pool area & some of the ocean but at a caddy corner view. Otherwise we loved the condo & even the fact that it was on the 2nd Floor. This condo very well kept & becautf thank you very much!!! We will be back!!!! 💕💕
Sandra C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Theres R.
3 Sept 2019
Excellent
This is our 4th stay at the Sapphire #201 and as usual the stay was great! SPI Rentals,condo,Sapphire staff and facilities are all up to par. We will definitely return!
Theres R.
Verified
4/10 Poor
James D.
11 Aug 2019
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Some good, some not so much
Started with a city wide water issue so we could not shower or use the bathroom for the first day. Then some minor AC and WiFi issues in the unit that we called and got corrected. And as I went to leave at 6AM Saturday there was a man completely passed out on the floor as the elevator doors opened on the first floor...I tried to get him up, then had the front desk person assist. Good thing my young family was not with me at the time.