Texas South Padre Island
More famous for Spring Break, this place is an ideal spot for a Texas summer beach trip
Located on the tropical tip of Texas, South Padre Island is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico and the Laguna Madre Bay. Beautiful beaches, warm Gulf waters, fishing, boating, bird watching, shopping, and a diversity of year-round activities await every visitor. As the days wind down with breathtaking sunsets over the bay, night clubs and restaurants come alive with conversation, dining, music and dancing. Many restaurants will even cook your catch! No matter what your interests, South Padre Island offers one of the most fantastic beach vacation destinations in the world. Be yourself... in a place you really want to be. South Padre Island.
An abundance of activities such as windsurfing, kiteboarding, dolphin watching, parasailing, jet skiing, horseback riding on the beach, shopping, tennis, golf and lounging by the pool await every visitor. As the days wind down with breathtaking sunsets over the bay, night clubs and restaurants come alive with conversation, dining, music and dancing. No matter what your interests, South Padre Island awaits you.
Hotels
Beachside Inn
Units: 65 | Inner Island
Rooms: Sgl, Dbl, Ste , Minimum Stay: 1 night, Spring Breakers Allowed: Yes, Beachside Inn accepts the following credit card(s)
Beachview 114
Units: 1 |
Beachview Unit #114
There are 1 King size bed, 2 twin beds, & 1 sofa bed. 6 people maximum.
Located in the heart of South Padre Island Beach access across the street. One block from...
Best Western La Copa Inn and Suites
Units: 146 | Beach Front
Welcome to the new Best Western La Copa Inn & Suites where guests will receive spectacular beachfront accommodations and top-notch amenities for an affordable price. Located in beautiful...
Condos
Affordable Beach House Vacation Rentals SPI, Inc.
Beach Front
Spring Breakers Allowed: Yes
Affordable Beach House Vacation Rentals SPI, Inc. accepts the following credit card(s)
Aquarius
Units: 70 | Beach Front
Rooms: 1, 2
Minimum Stay: 2 nights
Spring Breakers Allowed: Yes
Aquarius accepts the following credit card(s)
Bahia Mar Resort & Conference Center Condos
Units: 35 | Beach Front
Rooms: 2,3
Minimum Stay: 2 nights
Pet-Friendly Accommodations: Yes
Spring Breakers Allowed: Yes
Bahia Mar Resort &Conference Center Condos accepts the following...
Bed & Breakfast
Casa de Siesta
The rooms are configured around a courtyard, which historically provided protected open space & was the location of the community well.
Redfish Inn On The Bay
Offers 6 uniquely designed, So Texas coastal style, rooms upstairs. Each with their own private bath and access to 2nd floor?s wrap around balcony. We also have the Angler?s Suite.
Rental Agencies
AACE Rental
Summer of 1991 Sharon Partain and Janice Thorp started AACE Enterprises, Inc., dba AACE Condo Rentals. Late 1991 started construction at 4901 Padre Blvd.
Affordable Beach House Vacation Rentals SPI, Inc.
Looking for a place to call home for your next stay on South Padre Island? Enjoy the simplicity and charm of a South Padre Island beach house vacation rental.
All On Beach Rentals
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Stay on beach and watch the beautiful gulf of Mexico waves roll in. This affordable 3 bedroom 2 bath house can accomodate 16+ and is walking distance to
Rental By Owner
Bahama Beach Lodge
The main area of the house is comprised of the kitchen, living room, and back porch. This greatroom has a peaked ceiling over 13 feet high, ceiling fans & lights and a custom, handcrafted wood...
Beach Cottage - The Tarpon House
The home is a 3 bedroom, 2 full bath. Spacious!
Sleeps 8, 1 King bed, 4 twin beds and 1 sofa bed.
Blue Beach House
Cozy secluded Beach House, great views, Private trail directly to the beach
Rooms: 4 bedrooms, 3 Baths
Also available as a 2 Rooms 2 Bath configuration
Sleeps 10 can accommodate...
Campgrounds
Andy Bowie Park
Is at the northern end of the South Padre Island town limits. Travel north on Park Road 100 to the South Padre Island Convention Center. Next to the convention center is the popular Laguna Madre
Isla Blanca Park
On the southernmost tip of South Padre Island, is the crown jewel of the system. Over one mile of clean, white beach along the Gulf of Mexico offers abundant waterfront recreational facilities,...
KOA Kampground
Max Length Pull Through: 80 feet
50 Amp Service Available
Cable TV (with charge), Kampstore, Free Wireless Internet, Meeting Room Available, LP gas (with charge), Fitness Center,...
THINGS TO DO
The Beach
The widest and cleanest in Texas, the beaches of South Padre Island have gotten very high ratings from a variety of sources, including Men's Fitness, Conde Nast Traveler, msn.com city search, the Travel Channel and others!
Amazin Walter's Sandcastle Lessons
Build a better sand castle!... take a lesson from Amazin' Walter, Grand Pooh-bah of the Sons of the Beach and president of The UNLITTER Campaign..
Beach Service of South Padre Island
The Beach Service of South Padre Island is a full service beach rental company.Our services include waverunner/jetski, jet boat rides, kayaks and banana boat rides, wedding and special event.
Christy the Clown
Looking for fun quality entertainment for your family reunion, company meeting, birthday celebration or other fun event? Christy the clown, formerly with Ringling Brothers, can entertain with...
Dining
Start with the fresh, delicious seafood and move on to almost any mouth-watering delight you can imagine!
Amberjack's Bayside Bar & Grill
Seafood, steaks, pasta, hamburgers and sandwiches. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Best view on the bay
BadaBing Bagels
Bagels from New York!! Bagel sandwiches.
Benny's By The Bay Cafe
Breakfast tacos and coffee, pancakes, lunch specials, Burgers and fries. Located in the Sea Ranch Marina
Night Life
The temperature may fall, but the nightlife heats up when the sun goes down! If you want to dance, sing, listen or just relax, we've got the spots for you!
Boomerang Billy's at The Surf Motel
Open-air beach bar. Water sport rentals. Swimming pool, beach volleyball and sundeck. At the Surf Motel
Club Pelican West
Two levels, two bars, two dance floors Live music
Coconuts
On the bay. Thatched roof and tropical island atmosphere.
Sports
An abundance of activities such as windsurfing, kiteboarding, dolphin watching, parasailing, jet skiing, horseback riding on the beach, shopping, tennis, golf and lounging by the pool await every visitor.
Golf
The Rio Grande Valley offers great golfing for handicappers of all levels. Keep in mind that our temperate climate allows golfers to tee off 12 months a year. The closest championship course is the South Padre Island Golf Club, located 15 minutes away in Laguna Vista.
Tennis
South Padre Island's sunny days make for perfect play - regardless of your skill level. All of the major hotels and condominiums feature tennis courts which are available to their guests. The staff at the South Padre Island Visitors Center (800-767-2373) can also offer suggestions on private and group lessons.
Windsurfing
The Laguna Madre bay separates South Padre Island from the Texas mainland and is recognized as one of the world's top windsurfing destinations. The sailing season off South Padre runs from September through May. Water depth varies from three to five feet, daytime winds average 18 mph, and the average yearly temperature is in the 70s. Novices and pros come to sail the bay, the Jetties, Boca Chica, and the Ditch, site of some of the fastest windsurfing speeds in North America.
Fishing
Bay or offshore, from a boat, flyfishing, surffishing, guided or by yourself, you will be surprised by the variety of exciting options laying just below the surface!
Eco Tourism & Birding
Join the thousands who flock to South Padre Island to observe over 300 species of birds annually, along with just absorbing the natural beauty of this Island paradise.
