The Shores

South Padre Island

Photo by Shoba Krishnamurthy
Photo by Shoba Krishnamurthy

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. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's live music.

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

Things to do

Good times!

Bay Fishing South Padre Island

€28
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bay Fishing South Padre Island
Eco and Dolphin Watch Tour of South Padre Island

Eco and Dolphin Watch Tour of South Padre Island

€17
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Eco and Dolphin Watch Tour of South Padre Island
Dolphin Swimming with the Boat

Sunset Dolphin Watch Tour

€17
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sunset Dolphin Watch Tour
Banana Boat South Padre Island

Banana Boat South Padre Island

€28
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Banana Boat South Padre Island
South Padre Island Parasail!

Parasailing Adventure in South Padre Island

€62
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Parasailing Adventure in South Padre Island
45-Minute Jetski Rental in South Padre Island

45-Minute Jetski Rental in South Padre Island

€109
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
45-Minute Jetski Rental in South Padre Island
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Top hotels in The Shores

Isla Grand Beach Resort

Isla Grand Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
500 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
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! (1,652 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds, grounds well kept. Stay every year in cabana rooms. Not fancy but comfortable. Love front patio of cabana room on bottom floor(no elevators). Employees always nice!"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

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Isla Grand Beach Resort
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! (2,376 reviews)
"Excellent. Loved loved the lack of music"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

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Sand Rose Beach Resort
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 €88 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
€88
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,687 reviews)
"Nice beach and pool. Limited dining options."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Margaritaville Beach Resort 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! (1,593 reviews)
"Excellent view"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

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Padre South Hotel On The Beach
Best Western Beachside Inn

Best Western Beachside Inn

2.5 out of 5
4500 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
The price is €62 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
€62
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"It was ok"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Best Western Beachside Inn
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 €92 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
€92
15 Oct - 16 Oct
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! (1,302 reviews)
"NA"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
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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.

North End

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