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Wanna Wanna Inn

2.0 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Beachfront | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
The Wanna Wanna Inn, right on the beach, is perfect for ocean lovers. Guests can dine with sea views, play volleyball on the sand, and sip cocktails at the bar after a day in the water. Visitors consistently praise the prime beachfront location and the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Beachfront | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Beachfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Beachfront | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Beachfront

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(101 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in South Padre Island, Wanna Wanna Inn is on the beach. Treasures of the Gulf Museum and Port Isabel Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier and Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier. Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Sea Turtle Inc are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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5100 Gulf Blvd, South Padre Island, TX, 78597

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Sea Turtle Inc - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • South Padre Island Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Clayton's Beach Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bar Louie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blackbeards' Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Wanna Wanna Inn

Hotel near South Padre Island Beach
Wanna Wanna Inn provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining, and beach volleyball. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Water sports equipment and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Wanna Wanna Inn feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Wanna Wanna Beach Bar

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from July 22 2025 to December 15 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per pet, per night
  • 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 and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wanna Wanna Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Wanna Wanna Inn allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Wanna Wanna Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wanna Wanna Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Wanna Wanna Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Wanna Wanna Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Padre Island hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Padre Island Community Center and South Padre Island Beach. South Padre Bayside Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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