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Lighthouse Inn

2.5 star property
Bayside motel with beach bars and a 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Double King Family Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Sundeck
Interior entrance
Business center
Lighthouse Inn sits right on the ocean, offering travelers 20 beach bars, a practical business center, and an outdoor pool with sun loungers. Guests can connect with in-room WiFi, relax on the terrace, or ask for help with tour tickets to explore nearby attractions.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard King Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Queen Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(77 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double King Family Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double King Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Luxury King Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double King Family Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Double King Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in South Padre Island, Lighthouse Inn is in the city center and near the beach. South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Gravity Park. Beach Waterpark and South Padre Jetties are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and skydiving.
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1701 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX, 78597

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Isla Blanca Park - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Isla Blanca Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Longboard - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Daddy's Cajun Kitchen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Lighthouse Inn

Motel near South Padre Island Beach
You can look forward to 20 beach bars, a terrace, and a business center at Lighthouse Inn. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, bicycle tour information, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All 54 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 20 beach bars

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 900 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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:

  • Spring Break deposit: USD 150 per stay (for stays between 01 March - 30 April)

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 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 smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, and guests under 14 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Lighthouse Inn south padre island
Lighthouse south padre island
Lighthouse Inn Motel
Lighthouse Inn South Padre Island
Lighthouse Inn Motel South Padre Island

Frequently asked questions

Does Lighthouse Inn have a pool?

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

Is Lighthouse Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lighthouse Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lighthouse Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Lighthouse Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Lighthouse Inn located?

Located in the heart of South Padre Island, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gravity Park and South Padre Island Beach. Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier and Beach Park at Isla Blanca are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Lighthouse Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 595 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at a pretty good price!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it here!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a great price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice place, Staff was wonderful! Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirozlava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was clean and parking easy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really like the location and the staff, friendly people make the difference.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central and clean, very nice and friendly employees, they guide you if necessary the room is very equipped, it is definitely a good option to come to the island.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amzing place to stay for a great vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price, great stay, very clean, and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
definitely will be staying here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel toom at a affordsble price!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the rooms definitely will be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that shops and restaurants are close by
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great bridge between our arrival and check in at our condo!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and management we're very friendly; and accommodating ;customer service was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i loved the customer service. super sweet super helpful and knowledgeable. definitely recommend staying here!! will for sure book again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kim was amazing! The property was centrally located and convenient. It was affordable. Great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice stay. For the price point it was a very comfortable and enjoyable stay. I will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Moses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really quiet and clean. Just dont come back to room late a night parking lot got filled up but staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anabely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price was very convenient and also the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, clean rooms, and walkable area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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