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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. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

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

Banana Boat South Padre Island

Banana Boat South Padre Island

Rp543.510
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Banana Boat South Padre Island
Good times!

Bay Fishing South Padre Island

Rp624.048
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bay Fishing South Padre Island
South Padre Island Parasail!

Parasailing Adventure in South Padre Island

Rp1.597.590
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

Rp2.111.619
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
45-Minute Jetski Rental in South Padre Island
Private Sunset Cruise South Padre Island

Private Sunset Cruise South Padre Island

Rp4.430.430
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Private Sunset Cruise South Padre Island
Bottlenose Dolphins

Private Historical Wildlife and Dolphin Cruise South Padre Island

Rp4.430.430
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Private Historical Wildlife and Dolphin Cruise South Padre Island
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Top hotels in The Shores

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 Rp2.067.528 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp2.067.528
Rp2.733.351 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,640 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean hotel with an amazing staff. Loved this resort"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
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 Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,302 reviews)
"clean room, great breakfast."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

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Sand Rose Beach Resort
Isla Grand Beach Resort

Isla Grand Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
500 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
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 in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,614 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

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Isla Grand Beach Resort
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 Rp1.487.430 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
Rp1.487.430
Rp1.740.294 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,296 reviews)
"Pool was not even filled up all the way, and our room smelled like"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
Padre South Hotel On The Beach

Padre South Hotel On The Beach

2 out of 5
1500 Gulf Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
Stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,565 reviews)
"Great ocean view, staff friendly. Close to everything. Beach access is on site."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

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Padre South Hotel On The Beach
Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island

Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island

3 out of 5
6700 PADRE BLVD, South Padre Island, TX
The price is Rp1.503.957 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
Rp1.503.957
Rp1.759.630 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,571 reviews)
"Mm"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
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