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
Port Brownsville Half-Day Boat Tour
Bay Fishing South Padre Island
Banana Boat South Padre Island
Learn to Surf on South Padre Island
Parasailing Adventure in South Padre Island
Bay & Ocean Parasailing over the Gulf of Mexico South Padre Isl.
Top hotels in The Shores
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
*Room and facility clean and comfortable. *Daily on-site parking feesfeescame as a surprise.fees should be better front fees shuffees
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
Loved the beach access and arcade!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
Clean rooms, very hospitable staff. Felt safe and secure in the hotel and surrounding areas. Recently updated their room keys! Definitely coming back!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Isla Grand Beach Resort
Friendly staff Clean rooms Great pool On the beach
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Sand Rose Beach Resort
I had no shower curtain, until late in the evening and had to call them to install. Low water pressure in shower and sink. Very thin walls and can hear the conversation in the next rooms.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
Clean, nice staff
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Shores
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, South Padre Island Beach and Sea Turtle Inc are top sights worth seeing.
