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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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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
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, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Single Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Port Aransas, Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages is in the city center and near the beach. Port Aransas Beach and Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center. With kayaking, scuba diving, and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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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
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Waves - ‬15 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
  • Smoke-free premises and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 58 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches 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

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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.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

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
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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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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