Padre South Hotel On The Beach
Affordable beachfront lodging in South Padre Island
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Located directly on the beach in South Padre Island, Texas, Padre South Hotel offers a subtropical climate and access to year-round bay fishing. This hotel provides affordable lodging options for couples, families, and groups, with a focus on beachfront convenience. Guests can enjoy the hotel's amenities, including three swimming pools, a hot tub, and a private beach area. The property also provides essential services such as a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and on-site car rental options.
Should you book Padre South Hotel On The Beach?
An affordable stay directly on the beach with multiple pools and a hot tub.
Best for
- Beachfront access
- Families and groups
- Budget-conscious travelers
Beachfront location
Step directly from the hotel onto the sand. This property offers a private beach area, allowing guests easy access to the coast and the subtropical climate of South Padre Island.
Multiple swimming pools
Three swimming pools are available for guests, including a dedicated kids' pool. Sun decks provide areas for relaxation, with outdoor furniture scattered around the property.
Rooms with kitchenettes
Accommodations include kitchenettes, allowing guests to prepare meals. Some rooms also feature balconies with views, adding to the comfortable stay.
On-site amenities
A hot tub is available for relaxation. Other facilities include a 24-hour front desk, car rental services, and laundry facilities for guest convenience.
Rooms & rates
Standard Queen Room with North Partial Ocean View
33.0 m² · 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed
Private kitchen · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV
Standard Queen Room with South Partial Ocean View
33.0 m² · 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed
Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV
Standard Room with Two Double Beds with North Partial Ocean View
33.0 m² · 2 full beds
Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV
Standard Room with Two Double Beds with South Partial Ocean View
33.0 m² · 2 full beds
Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV
Standard Queen Room with Ocean View
33.0 m² · 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed
Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV
King Suite with North Partial Ocean View
33.0 m² · 1 king bed
Private suite · Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Air conditioning
Two-Bedroom Suite
71.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 full bed Bedroom 2: 1 twin bed and 1 full bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Free Wifi
Suite
71.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 full bed Bedroom 2: 1 twin bed and 1 full bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Free Wifi
Two-Bedroom Suite with North Partial Ocean View
71.0 m² · Bedroom 1: 1 full bed Bedroom 2: 1 twin bed and 1 full bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
Private suite · Private kitchenette · Private bathroom · Balcony · Sea view · Air conditioning
What you'll enjoy
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Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Beachfront
- 24-hour front desk
- 3 swimming pools
- Free Wifi
- Daily housekeeping
- Car rental
- Air conditioning
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Picnic area
- 3 swimming pools
- Private Parking
- Private beach area
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
Activities
- Beach
- Pool table Additional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- ATM on site
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry Additional charge
Location
1500 Gulf Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597, United States, South Padre Island, Texas
Padre South Hotel On The Beach is located in South Padre Island, Texas.
5 sights nearby, 1 of them within 0.5 mi; the closest is Gravity Park at 0.5 mi.
Things to do nearby
- Gravity Parktheme park0.5 mi
- Queen Isabella Memorial Parkpark0.8 mi
- Water Tower Parkpark1.2 mi
- Beach Park At Isla Blancawater park1.2 mi
- The Art Loungegallery1.3 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.3 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 763 guest reviews
Padre South Hotel On The Beach earns consistently positive sentiment for its direct beach access, spacious rooms, and genuinely helpful staff — with several guests explicitly saying they would return. Minor but recurring frustrations include a lack of included breakfast, insufficient luggage carts, humidity issues, and limited post-checkout pool access, reflecting the trade-offs of an older, well-maintained property rather than a luxury resort.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 9 · average 9
They wrote about: location, room, breakfast
Reviews scoring 7–9: 21 · average 7.7
They wrote about: staff, room, location
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Frequently asked questions
What are the room options?
Room choices include Standard Efficiency with a queen bed and sofabed, Two Double Beds rooms, and a Two-Bedroom/Two-Bath Suite suitable for larger groups.
Are there pools?
Yes, the hotel has three swimming pools, including a separate pool specifically for children.
Is there parking available?
Free parking is provided for guests. Private parking options are also available on the premises.
Can I do laundry at the hotel?
Yes, laundry facilities are available on site for guests. Some laundry services may incur an additional charge.
What is the hotel's location?
Padre South Hotel is situated directly on the beach in South Padre Island, Texas.
Does the hotel have a kitchenette?
Yes, the Standard Efficiency, Two Double Beds, and Two-Bedroom/Two-Bath Suite rooms all come equipped with a kitchenette.
Is there a hot tub?
Yes, a hot tub/Jacuzzi is available for guests to use.
Are there meeting facilities?
Yes, meeting and banquet facilities are available at the hotel.
Does the hotel have a private beach?
The hotel offers a private beach area for guests.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available for guests throughout the hotel.