The Shores Travel Guide

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Beach of Padre Island, southern Texas USA
Beach of Padre Island, southern Texas USA
#blue The South Padre Island Drive stretches beautifully with the ocean on one side and the bay on the other. These sand dunes line the road and look beautiful against the blue sea!!

Popular places to visit

South Padre Island beach after high tides

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.

South Padre Island Beach
Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark

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
Public Boardwalk at Isla Blanca Park, South Padre Island, Texas USA

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.

Isla Blanca Beach
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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.

Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier
South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center which includes bird life

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
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$47
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Banana Boat South Padre Island
Dolphin Wildlife Space X Cruise

Dolphin Wildlife Space X Cruise

AU$64
per adult
Dolphin Wildlife Space X Cruise
Fly over the Gulf Of Mexico Parasailing with Sonny’s Beach Service.

Bay & Ocean Parasailing over the Gulf of Mexico South Padre Isl.

AU$71
per adult
Bay & Ocean Parasailing over the Gulf of Mexico South Padre Isl.
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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$240 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$240
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy a full-service spa, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,109 reviews)
Beautiful

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
350 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
The price is AU$171 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$171
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,749 reviews)
Nice place, very kind staff, great breakfast nice amenities.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
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$238 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$238
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,442 reviews)
This property is in dire need of repair

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

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
Stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,777 reviews)
There was a problem with breakfast a couple mornings because they ran out of food.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

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Sand Rose Beach Resort
Isla Grand Beach Resort

Isla Grand Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
500 Padre Blvd. South Padre Island TX
The price is AU$234 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$234
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,842 reviews)
Great pool area, restaurant needs improvement, bar and staff are good

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

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$208 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$208
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,767 reviews)
Everything was amazing, we love the restaurant are everyone was so friendly.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
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Other neighbourhoods around The Shores

#beach The beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico with the beauty of the resort, the amazing fall weather and off peak tourist times made this trip really enjoyable!

North End

If you're spending some time in North End, South Padre Island Beach and Sea Turtle Inc are top sights worth seeing.

North End

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