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Tropic Island Resort

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Port Aransas Birding Center

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Cottage | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Reception
Bungalow | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Tropic Island Resort near Port Aransas Beach offers genuine relaxation. Visitors enjoy the outdoor pool, kids have their own splash area, and families love the off-leash zone. Helpful staff and convenient laundry facilities make extended stays comfortable.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cottage

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Living room
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Bungalow | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker

Bungalow

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Living room
  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cottage

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Living room
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Cottage | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cottage

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Living room
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cottage

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Pet friendly
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Pet friendly
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Pet friendly
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Port Aransas, Tropic Island Resort is in the city center. While the natural beauty of Port Aransas Birding Center and Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Horace Caldwell Pier. IB Magee Beach Park and Port Aransas Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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315 Cut-Off Rd, Port Aransas, TX, 78373

What's nearby

  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Port Aransas Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Waves - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mac Daddy's BBQ - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cancun Mexican Restaurant - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Tropic Island Resort

Hotel near Port Aransas Beach
Located close to Port Aransas Birding Center and IB Magee Beach Park, Tropic Island Resort provides laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An off-leash area and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Tropic Island Resort feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Tuesday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Wednesday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Pets cannot be left unattended
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 9.99 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking
  • Partner property pool access
  • Pool access

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

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Tropic Island Resort Hotel
Tropic Island Resort Port Aransas
Tropic Island Resort Hotel Port Aransas

Frequently asked questions

Does Tropic Island Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Tropic Island Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Tropic Island Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropic Island Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Tropic Island Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropic Island Resort located?

Located in the heart of Port Aransas, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Port Aransas Birding Center, IB Magee Beach Park, and Horace Caldwell Pier. Port Aransas Beach and Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Tropic Island Resort Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 162 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time very nice place it was a well kept property very clean and the staff was very professional and courteous it's close to the beach and stores we're going back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Griselda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the on site ice cream shop!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay here
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a super cute cabin that fit my family of 4 comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place to stay in Port A
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and friendly even on the busy holiday!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

Would definitely stay here again

Very nice quaint hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One if the few pet friendly places to stay.

6/10 Okay

Joy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was very quiet exactly what I Was looking for
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is older but has a nice charm. Staff was friendly, room was clean, & the golf cart rental right next door gave us a little discount for staying there too. The pool & hottub were a bonus, but it closes early.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Favorite part was the pool area was so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

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

Great Location

Great location, will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Uday

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet with a great pool and hot tub, with easy access to the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Mason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk lady was hot also.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place! It was the perfect place to bring kids. The pool was amazing… the shallow pool is great the littles and the bigger kids had a great time in the big pool. Snow cone shop is a great touch! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jared

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

Great stay

Front desk was amazing and super helpful! Beds were very comfortable and pool was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice location, nice amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was acceptable and staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

alton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
EASY access to restaurants and the beach was close also they have RV spots
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry and Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was overall great. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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