The Shores Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


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.

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.

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.

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.
Activities

Fireworks Cruise with Dolphin Watch in Laguna Madre Bay

Banana Boat South Padre Island

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

Learn to Surf on South Padre Island
Our pick of the best The Shores Hotel Deals

Sand Rose Beach Resort
"Decent stay."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
"It’s a great hotel to stay in, but I thought there would be more for the whole hotel since it is very expensive and it’s called a resort. There’s no breakfast, I didn’t find my way to the gym. All they have to offer was a bar, a restaurant in the hotel, and a mini convenience store. The pool was ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Isla Grand Beach Resort
"Welcoming environment"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
"Everything was great. We will stay again"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Padre South Hotel On The Beach
"We enjoyed the clean pool and hot tub. The room was ok but bathroom needs an upgrade. Also, I didn’t like the breakfast hours (8-10am). That was very limiting. But if you’re looking for a moderately priced decent hotel with beach access, you’re in the right place."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
"The hotels location was great and access to beach very easy. Staff very friendly and nice to talk with. We stayed in tower B and the only thing to"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Shores

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


