The Shores Travel Guide
South Padre Island
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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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Bay Fishing South Padre Island
Banana Boat South Padre Island
Fireworks Dolphin Watch & Sunset Cruise
Bay & Ocean Parasailing over the Gulf of Mexico South Padre Isl.
Top hotels in The Shores
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
"First room they put us in was so humid that the bed felt wet and we found mold in the curtains. They changed us rooms and the second room was just as humid and had good knows what type of stains on the bed, we checked out and demanded a refund which was given"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Sand Rose Beach Resort
"The staff gave attitude when asking for an extra towel. Parking is extra. Water pressure was awful. And the worst part was that I received a text saying their grill was having Happy Hour and when I went to get a drink, they charged me full price and would not honor the text message I received. Not ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Isla Grand Beach Resort
"The resort was beautiful definitely would recommend and I would stay there again"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
"I loved this Hotel staff, they where great. Except for the morning breakfast receptionist man. He was kind of dry and resentfull when we ask for instructions. He just didn't have the positive vibe the rest of the staff had, but all good no worries. Thank you La Cupa,"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Padre South Hotel On The Beach
"Tub was slow to drain. Fridge froze everything. Bed was uncomfortable. But otherwise ok"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
"One of the elevators was not working in tower B took long even when both did work. I’ve machine not working on 2nd floor. Low water pressure in sink"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in 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.
