The Shores
South Padre Island


Popular places to visit

South Padre Island Beach
Nothing says holiday 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.

Beach Park at Isla Blanca
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Beach Park at Isla Blanca during your visit to South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Isla Blanca Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Isla Blanca Beach during your trip to South Padre Island? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
Explore the great outdoors at South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, a lovely green space in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier
After visiting Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Laguna Madre Nature Trail
Explore the great outdoors at Laguna Madre Nature Trail, a lovely green space in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Bay & Ocean Parasailing over the Gulf of Mexico South Padre Isl.

Parasailing Adventure in South Padre Island
Top hotels in The Shores

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Restaurant and bar subpar. Coffee shop SUCKS!!!! Pool is nice.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Sand Rose Beach Resort
From the moment we checked in, the staff’s warm hospitality and attention to detail made us feel right at home. Our room was impeccably clean and featured a stunning view that served as the perfect backdrop for a relaxing getaway. With its prime location and top-tier amenities, this hotel truly offers ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
Pleasantly surprised by this hotel! I would stay here again for several reasons. Free parking onsite, friendly staff, large rooms, updated/adequate bathrooms, boardwalk to the beach, heated pool with towels, casual bar/restaurant at the pool, free hot breakfast, family friendly. You get a lot for ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Isla Grand Beach Resort
The pool and grounds were very nice, staff were excellent, rooms were clean but lacking some amenities. another issue we had was check in was 4:00pm, we arrived at 4:30pm and still waited over 2 hours to get a room. The manager did compensate us accordingly. The college spring breakers were well ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
We have been now three times and love the proximity to the beach and the access. They accommodate you so well since we are IHG members. We have nothing bad to say about them at all but if I had to say less than 5 stars on something it would just be maintenance. The maintenance guy/gal should definitely ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Shores

North End
If you're spending some time in North End, South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.

