South Padre Island, TX

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Where to stay in South Padre Island

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North End

While visiting North End, you might make a stop by sights like South Padre Island Beach and Laguna Madre Nature Trail.

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The Shores

While visiting The Shores, you might make a stop by sights like South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Farmers' Market.

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

4 out of 5
310 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
Book a stay at this spa hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool ...
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Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Sand Rose Beach Resort

Sand Rose Beach Resort

3 out of 5
7000 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
Book a stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
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Sand Rose Beach Resort
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
350 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
Book a stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
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La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
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Sunchase IV by South Padre Resort Rental

Sunchase IV by South Padre Resort Rental

3 out of 5
1000 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
Stay at this condo in South Padre Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions South Padre Island Beach and Gravity Park are ...
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Royale Beach and Tennis Club

Royale Beach and Tennis Club

3 out of 5
400 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
Book a stay at this beach condo in South Padre Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Saida Towers by Padre Island Rentals

Saida Towers by Padre Island Rentals

3.5 out of 5
3100 Padre Blvd. South Padre Island TX
Stay at this apartment in South Padre Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions South Padre Island Beach and Beach Waterpark ...
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Stay near popular South Padre Island attractions

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South Padre Island Beach

9.4/10 (6,564 reviews)
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at South Padre Island Beach, a popular beach in South Padre Island. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's live music.
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Things to do

Dolphin

1:00 PM Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch

$19
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
1:00 PM Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch
Parasailing Excursion in South Padre Island

Parasailing Excursion in South Padre Island

$96
per adult
Parasailing Excursion in South Padre Island
Early Bird Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch

Early Bird Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch

$19
per adult
Early Bird Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch
Sunset over the bay

Sunset Dolphin Watch Cruise

$19
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sunset Dolphin Watch Cruise
Bay Fishing South Padre Island

Bay Fishing South Padre Island

$38
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Bay Fishing South Padre Island
Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch

3:00 PM Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch

$19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3:00 PM Eco Tour and Dolphin Watch
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