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The Palms Resort

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A seaside property with a balcony overlooking the ocean at sunset. - The Palms Resort (South Padre Island)
A poolside area with outdoor seating and a view of the ocean. - The Palms Resort (South Padre Island)
A coastal beach with a sandy shore, a grassy area, and a distant city skyline. - The Palms Resort (South Padre Island)
A neatly made bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard with horizontal slats. - The Palms Resort (South Padre Island)
A room with a large painting of a car and palm trees, a bookshelf with books and toys, and a red surfboard. - The Palms Resort (South Padre Island)
South Padre Island Beach is located near The Palms Resort, which provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant. With amenities like a beachfront location and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Room options

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A compact living space with a kitchenette, a red sofa, a small table, and a beach-themed painting on the wall.

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(76 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a wooden headboard with horizontal slats.

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a telephone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard with horizontal slats.

Superior Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in South Padre Island, The Palms Resort is on the beach. Long Island Village Golf Course and South Padre Island Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center. Gravity Park and Sea Turtle Inc are also worth visiting. Visit our South Padre Island travel guide
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3616 Gulf Blvd., South Padre Island, TX, 78597

What's nearby

  • A coastal cityscape with a beach, buildings, and a bridge.
    South Padre Island Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A beach with a wooden boardwalk and a covered area with lights.
    Isla Blanca Beach
    7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • South Padre Island Community Center
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gravity Park
    1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Isla Blanca Park
    6 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Whataburger
    5 min walk
  • Longboard
    3 min drive
  • Louie's Backyard
    17 min walk
  • Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill
    17 min walk
  • Tequila Sunset
    16 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 25 for adults and USD 8 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 45.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: 10 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • In-room coffee
  • Lending library access
  • Pool access

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 25 for adults, and USD 8 to 25 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 45.00 per pet (varies based on length of 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does The Palms Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Palms Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 45.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Palms Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Palms Resort?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Palms Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Palms Resort 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 Isla Blanca Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Palms Resort Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 750 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 750 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 750 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 750 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 750 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Nice property older motel but clean, very comfortable bed, great A/C not humid or musty smelling. Great staff excellent food in the cafe. Convenient location easy beach access. Parking tight but doable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was awesome. I really like hotels that have a homey/cozy vibe. Staff was really friendly. Restaurant next door was great. Steps away from the beach is also a great plus. Would book here again next time I stay at south padre island!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the breakfast and ease of beach access. Will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I'm so glad I chose this place. My husband who is not a traveler really enjoyed his stay. We loved the food and drinks and how close the beach access was. It's also close to many places. We just had to drive across to see the sunset. Everything you want in a stay is in this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice for weekend stay and right on the beach. Beach access all night and I loved that!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice weekend getaway. The restaurant attached was amazing. Easy access to the beach. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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This was right on the beach and had an excellent restaurant on the property. Food and drinks were excellent and very friendly bartender and waiter. They even brought our dogs some bacon and water. Hotel seemed a bit pricey however it was the weekend and we had to pay extra for our dogs. Bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was clean and comfortable for my husband and myself. It has a fridge, microwave , and coffeemaker.The staff were very helpful and friendly. Beach is easily accessible and just a few steps away. We also like the cafe where you can order for your meals. This is very convenient. The pool is small but clean-just adequate for chilling out. The location is half a mile from the supermarket and was very quiet during our stay-ideal for two seniors who wanted a short and relaxing beach getaway. Overall, I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property is dated but well maintained. There is a restaurant with pretty good food. And there is a small bar with really great drinks. The place is a little small but very quaint. Parking is a little tight but just enough. All in all my wife and I enjoyed our self's and also nice little pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms are comfy, access to the beach is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fun spot. Excellent beach access. Loved the restaurant and bar that was attached. Not at all fancy or luxurious but a good clean spot to stay if you want a good location where you can walk to the beach. The bar and restaurant had great food and drinks and an extremely casual atmosphere. You could wear a swimsuit to eat dinner if you wanted to. You could also easily walk to several other shops and restaurants in the area. Great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always the best for the price. Quiet & clean location. Pool is clean & inviting. The food was delicious. Service for umbrellas is better.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice and comfortable. Felt like a home not like a hotel. Parking is tight but so is every place on the island.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and staff was great! The property looked a little “vintage” at first glance but was right on the beach and pool was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Room was clean, but there were some roaches. Air condition was Great , the access to the beach and their cafe was amazing. Water pressure was terrible , but we for by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Palms Resort gives you that retro vibe. Nothing fancy but the rooms are clean and roomy. Bed was comfy and the bar/restaurant below is convenient.
King size bed
View from room 213.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved this place! Pool overlooking the ocean. The best staff and guests. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was comfortable, the staff was very friendly. The closeness to the beach was great. Also within walking distance to many things, restaurants, shopping, etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were all friendly and helpful !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

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First time here and it was an absolutely lovely stay. The uniqueness of this property is you never have to leave if you don't want too! Everything you need is there on site. Want a delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a tasty cocktail, the cafe is right at your fingertips. The bed was comfy, AC nice and cold. Rooms were cleaned daily and the property kept very clean. *my two gripes are: the pool was dirty when we arrived and 2 days later I had to make a complaint. Apparently the maintenance man was off. It was cleaned as soon as he came back, but, the next day it was dirty all over again. I think it should be cleaned daily. 2nd: The hot and cold temperature of the shower in room 103. I could never find a happy medium. It was either very hot, or cold. All in all, it was a wonderful stay, and we will definitely stay again. Until next year. Ps. Please fix the handles on the outside cleaning station/shower.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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I'm an RGV local and this was my first staycation! The room was incredible but the charger ports in the light fixtures above the bed weren't working so I used cube chargers on the outlets. The small fridge kept my soda and snacks cold but the freezer doesn't complete freeze for Popsicles. My room was on the first floor and I loved how close the beach access and café on the beach was, main reason for my stay and definitely will stay again for those reasons plus how friendly and hardworking the staff was to help me throughout my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very disappointed in our stay of 2 days here. At check-in , the front desk lady was not friendly, as if we were bugging her. Our room was damp and musty , the refrigerator had a leaky freezer and no dishes , or utensils not even paper towels were provided. On our second night we seen cockroaches. We reported to the front desk of our sighting and was told “Sorry” wasn’t offered to be moved or anything. As we checked out , we reported seeing what we did on numerous times and all the lady said was “ oh , I guess I’ll have maintenance clean it “ that was all. The only bright spot was the insight Palms Cafe. Food was very good , priced good and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I've stayed at the palms many years ago, however, the addition of the Cafe and the guest services along with excellent customer service, you can't beat it anywhere on South Padre Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The cafe and view is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach view pet friendly clean rooms and a cafe connected
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025