Hotels in South Padre Island, USA

Texas’ Tropical Oasis, South Padre Island

Located on the southern coast of Texas and bordering Mexico, South Padre is a seaside paradise. South Padre Island’s yearlong warm climate attracts tourists during seasons other than just summer.

Experience South Padre Island located on the Gulf of Mexico! The long barrier is full of white sands and clear turquoise water is perfect for a vacation destination. The island offers many activities perfect for family and friends to enjoy. From luxury hotels to spacious beach house rentals, South Padre Island has the right accommodations to fit any budget. Access miles and miles of beach from La Copa Inn Beach Hotel and soak up the sun, sight see, and an array of beach activities in South Padre Island.

GOT BEACH?

Couples enjoy sitting on their hotel balcony with their morning coffee as they watch the waves roll in on South Padre Island’s beautiful beach. Vacationers can choose from many moderately priced and cheap hotel accommodations in South Padre. Stay near the beach or have beach access from Pearl South Padre. Pearl South Padre has a bit of everything so you and your family or friends can relax on the sand as long as you want!

FANCY A TRIP?

Want the luxury stay in South Padre but on a budget? Find an all-inclusive resort that meets your travel needs, including your budget! Resorts and hotels in South Padre has everything you need. Stay in your home away from home at Isla Grand Beach Resort. With great amenities, direct access to the beach, hot tubs and pools, on-site restaurants and bars, you and your guest will never want to leave Isla.

BUM ON THE BEACH

Experience the unforgettable; take an exhilarating ride while horseback riding down the beach. Want to get wet? Try water activities such as kitebording for high intensity fun. Surf endless miles off of the sandy beaches of South Padre Island. Or take it easy and take a short stroll from your room to watch a movie at the Island Cinema or visit Wanna Wanna's Bar and Grill on the beachfront. Wanna Wanna's Bar and Grill is the go-to spot known for their fresh seafood, excellent drinks, and live music.

DON'T MISS THE BOAT

Witness the breathtaking beauty. Enjoy dinner out at sea while sailing on the Southern Wave, a catamaran dinner cruise. Tourist can take a sail on sparkling waters at sunset or view the magnificent after dark firework show while eating dinner with live entertainment on the Southern Wave. If it is too early to eat dinner, spend the day on the ocean snorkeling or experience pods of dolphins close-up. There's an unforgettable view waiting for you on the waters of South Padre Island. It’s a 'must-do' while on the Island.

SHUTTLE AROUND THE ISLAND?

Discover all that South Padre has to offer on the island’s free shuttle, “The Wave”, the island’s public transit. The Wave is a shuttle that operates on a fixed route within the City of South Padre Island and Port Isabel. Want to break from the beach? Explore the island and take a trip on The Wave. Jump on the wave from your hotel room at Super 8 to Sea Turtle Inc. Sea Turtle Inc. is a rehabilitation center located in South Padre Island for sea turtles. This organization rescues, rehabilitate, and release injured marine turtles into the ocean. Sea Turtle Inc. also assists with conservation efforts for sea turtles all over the world. This is a great opportunity for the family to learn more about the endangered species and understand the importance of their natural habitat.

TAKE A TRIP IN HISTORY

You will find it very tempting to spend their entire vacation in the water and sunbathing on the warm sands of South Padre Island, but there are plenty of historical sites and museums to explore. Take a free short trip on The Wave and ride the Queen Isabella Causeway to see the Port Isabel Lighthouse. Constructed in 1852, the Port Isabel lighthouse is the only lighthouse on the Texas Gulf opened to the public. Or see for yourself one of the largest collections of Mexican artifacts from the U.S.-Mexican War at the Port Isabel Historic Museum. The museum served as a dry goods store and hotel residence in 1899. Now it is not only a museum, but also serves as a theater and a souvenir gift shop!

TROPICAL VACATION FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS

Young Adults from near and far flocks to South Padre Island, Texas for their annual Spring Break vacation. From March thru April, South Padre beach turns to a college town, buzzing with hundreds of college students. Most families and older couples avoid the island during this time. Students can choose from a variety of hotels conveniently located among the best nightlife and bars in South Padre. You will rarely find students in their hotel rooms because there is never a shortage of activities or events going on during Spring Break. During the day, students can rock out at a day beach bash with live DJ’s and tons of other students or Jet Ski, parasail, or other water rentals. When the sun goes down, the nightlife scene heats up! South Padre Island has a variety of bars, clubs and parties just for the young vacationers.

An amazing adventure awaits you and your family. Don’t wait until the summer to explore South Padre Island. Come experience the tropical weather any time of the year.