Beach Hotels in South Padre Island, TX

South Padre Island is a scenic barrier island located off Texas's southern coast. This coastal getaway has plenty to offer year-round, whether it be the Gulf's warm water, golfing, water sports, or exploring nature. This gorgeous stretch of dozens of miles of tropical paradise is located on the Gulf Coast and is a favorite beach destination for travelers from around the world. Experience for yourself the tranquil turquoise waters, white sand beaches, glittering skyline and exciting entertainment district. Check all the South Padre Island has to offer, from luxurious stays at our top beach hotels in South Padre Island to exciting activities like swimming, bird watching, fishing, live music and dining.

You can relax and recharge by the coast at our beachfront hotel on South Padre Island overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy premium amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, oceanfront swimming pool and delicious restaurant service. Choose from breathtaking ocean view rooms with panoramic views of the ocean or conveniently located floor rooms that put you just steps away from the shore. Stay and play in the heart of the island, near all the freshest restaurants and eateries to satisfy you after a hard day on the beach. From surf and turf to poolside snacks and tropical drinks, you will find it here.

If you want water sports, you've come to the right place! Perhaps one of the best reasons to visit this gorgeous seaside haven is to indulge in a wide array of water sports. There are dozens of watersports and water-related activities to take advantage of. Try your hand at the ever-popular adventure of parasailing to see the city from new heights. South Padre Island is the perfect location to snorkel, scuba-dive, jet ski, paddleboard and kayak and kitesurf. For a more serene experience, stroll along the peaceful shoreline, sun yourself by a cabana and soak up the warm Gulf rays. Stop and admire the dunes along this natural barrier island that separates the bay and the Gulf. These scenic dunes stretch as far as the eye can see and help protect the delicate environment from wind, tides, waves, and storms. Not only are they integral to the environment and habitat, but they create a beautiful backdrop for stunning pictures of the beach landscape.

If you're looking to hit the open water, learn about the local shrimp-boat industry on a cruise or go deep-sea fishing on a charter excursion. Dolphin cruises are a perfect way to explore the bay and cruise down the coast alongside fun and frolicking marine life. Take a dolphin sea tour, where the experienced guides will ensure you see a pod or two of dolphins, and you can watch these magnificent animals up close. Anglers will love the Gulf waters here for their abundance of fish, and this is the perfect body of water to ensure you don't go home empty-handed.

Plentiful sunshine and glorious beaches await you at our beach in South Padre Island. Here, you can enjoy nature spotting at its best. The warm waters and calm surf make the beaches a bountiful habitat full of dolphins, starfish, crabs, octopuses, and sea turtles. Be sure to visit the South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center. There's no better way to immerse yourself in bird watching and to find yourself surrounded by the Laguna Madre wetlands, home to crabs, egrets, alligators, turtles, and dozens more forms of marine wildlife. The South Padre Island Sea Turtle Art Trail is a fascinating must-see path decorated with the city's mascot—sea turtles—and features stunning sea turtle art sculptures across the city. If you enjoy this walk, then you will love a tour of Sea Turtle Inc., a local conservation and rehabilitation center for these gentle creatures. See behind the scene of this sea turtle hospital with a mission to rehabilitate and release injured sea turtles while raising awareness of their habitats and conservation efforts.

Don't forget to check out our Beach Hotels nearby in Galveston and Brownsville