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Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Port Aransas Beach

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Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages, refreshed in 2022, is perfectly positioned in the shopping district. Visitors can relax in the garden or soak up the sun by the pool with comfortable loungers. The spa tub and outdoor pool create a versatile space for relaxation.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Deluxe Single Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2022
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
314 Cutoff Road, Port Aransas, TX, 78373

What's nearby

  • Roberts Point Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Port Aransas Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Waves - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mac Daddy's BBQ - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cancun Mexican Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages

Motel remodeled in 2022 and located near Port Aransas Beach
Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and a hot tub at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 58 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, heating, and limited housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1960
  • Renovated entire property - January 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit for Spring Break: USD 100.00 per stay for guests under 25 years old staying between 04 March - 27 March

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number 200102744

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9 AM to 11:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Shark Reef Cottages
Shark Reef Cottages Port Aransas
Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages
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Shark Reef Resort Motel Cottages
Shark Reef & Cottages Aransas
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Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages Port Aransas
Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages Motel Port Aransas

Frequently asked questions

Does Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–11:00 PM.

Is Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages located?

Located in the heart of Port Aransas, this motel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Ellis Memorial Library and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Roberts Point Park and Port Aransas Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 946 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 261 out of 946 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 946 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 946 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 946 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here and loved the privacy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

arieanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super affordable and close to everything !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great mini vacation with no worries and with great comfortability.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a low cost place it was a pretty good place to stay. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location of this spot was great. The owners called me in advance to my stay. I notified them that my Wife and I would be coming in late and they really helped and worked with us on making sure we got in our room after hours. It was very convenient especially after a long day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was perfect for a quick get away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydnee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very welcoming including the other guest that was booked with us
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Good service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything about this place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trystan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family’s favorite part is the pool, we will definitely keep staying at this place in the trips to come!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Value

Great value, such a nice palce for the price, the owner is hands on and very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Esta muy bueno el lugar para las familias con bajos Recursos económicos me gusta mucho a mí en lo personal lo recomiendo
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious for 4 of us. But No hot water at all for 4 days. Mold in the bathroom ceiling. Front desk worker was rude. Very thin walls could hear everything! Had free wifi but never could get connected.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness
Older property but clean and comfortable. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosa

To many cockroaches inside the room & no window view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff very good price exelent play games for the children Nice pool and spa
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place was okay, bed was extremely uncomfortable I got barely any sleep. I was also charged $35 out of my incidentals for some reason without being given an explanation. While it was affordable for the reasons above I think next time we will stay at another place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Def will be back. The owner made our 2 year wedding anniversary one to remember! The place was clean and the hospitality was amazing! The young kid who was cleaning was very nice and he had great conversation. Love this place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I thought the room was roomy and comfortable. Best hotel air conditioner ever by far! Was great that the owner lived on site and the hotel had such a warm family feel. Would have preferred more water pressure and a plug on both sides of the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Individually owned by people who really care.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great for just a quick stay. Pool was good but the room itself was outdated. Bathroom was bad in that the door knob was very loose and showerhead very old.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mary was super nice..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a good place to stay while on a fishing trip. No place to charge trolling motor batteries.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

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