The Shores Travel Guide
South Padre Island
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.
Things to do
Bay Fishing South Padre Island
Fireworks Dolphin Watch & Sunset Cruise
Top hotels in The Shores
Sand Rose Beach Resort
"Nice close to beaxh"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
"Love staying here great staff great location, beautiful rooms very comfy. Valet is awesome. My only complaint is the pool bar closes way to early then we have to walk in wet and cold to the bar inside to get drinks and you can’t even enter the double doors by the bar cause they block that off I had ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Isla Grand Beach Resort
"They have changed some of their policies and now early check in is at 1 so we couldn’t get the bracelets to at least hang out at the pool til then. Check in is later than most hotels I’ve stayed at and they take their time to get you the room. I wasn’t able to check in until 4:30. When we finally ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
"The room was bigger than I expected. I pool area was nice and the access to the beach was perfect. Maybe a tv upgrade?"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Padre South Hotel On The Beach
"Room Was clean but , didn’t feel that it was sanitized. Was a lot outdated. Beach view was nice.One of the days we walked in building and smelled like marijuana. Staff never mentioned they served breakfast. Found out on the last day."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
"This hotel is a bit dated. The staff was not fully versed on what the amenities are. My shower had hair in the drain and on the walls when i arrived. The best thing was the private beach access. Very safe area!"
Reviewed on 20 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.
