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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Eco and Dolphin Watch Tour of South Padre Island
Bay Fishing South Padre Island
Parasailing Adventure in South Padre Island
Port Brownsville Half-Day Boat Tour
Parasailing Excursion in South Padre Island
Top hotels in The Shores
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Overall my experience was pretty good - the partial ocean view was great. The only downside would be the parking fee and the resort fee (which are apart from the price Expedia shows). The place is within walking distance to the beach - it's behind the pool - another great feature. The staff was also ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Sand Rose Beach Resort
Everything was spot on amazing, great price for what you get, amazing great breakfast standard or cook to order some items which was included in the price and amazing location and everyone was so nice and friendly, will be our new go to for our SPI visits!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Isla Grand Beach Resort
Beautiful room, stunning views, loved being able to walk to the beach or the pool
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
Great service and very clean
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG
Clean room
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Best Western Beachside Inn
Even though the pool was small, it was great that it had a hot tub next to it. I was not really content with the staff that was there that night, but everything else was great. The hotel is very close to the beach (around a 10-minute walk).
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Shores
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.
