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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

Activities

Banana Boat South Padre Island

Banana Boat South Padre Island

AU$50
per adult
96% 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

AU$58
per adult
96% 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

AU$115
per adult
Learn to Surf on South Padre Island
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Our pick of the best The Shores Hotel Deals

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 AU$315 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$315
17 Aug - 18 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! (1,453 reviews)
"I love to stay here. The best resort on the island"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Sand Rose Beach Resort

Sand Rose Beach Resort

3 out of 5
7000 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,996 reviews)
"Had a great time! The staff of very friendly and very helpful! Was so packed when we went but it was also so organized! Would definitely recommended! And it’s connected to a bunch of bars and restaurants that keeps you in the area, while the beach is a few steps away!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

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Sand Rose 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 AU$221 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$221
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,072 reviews)
"Buen servicio y amable"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

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

Isla Grand Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
500 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
The price is AU$270 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$270
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,447 reviews)
"It’s a very nice play to stay with family. The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is because the staff made us wait 45 min in the lobby to give us our room after they had called me to let me know the room was ready. We were at the beach waiting to check-in, and when they called us that it was ready ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Isla Grand Beach Resort
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 AU$273 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$273
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,377 reviews)
"Excelente hotel"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott 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
Book a stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,480 reviews)
"I like that its easy walking distance to the beach. Personal very friendly. What i didnt like was that the restaurant thats located there closes early. They closed at 9...very inconvenience especially on a Saturday. Had to go elsewhere to eat."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

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