The Shores Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in The Shores
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Clean rooms, beautiful facilities great staff
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sand Rose Beach Resort
Air conditioning did not work super hot at night
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
The hotel seems to be recently updated for the most part. It does have a nice blend of retro feel with updated facilities. The staff was friendly and attentive. The only negative was the restaurant/grill/bar in the pool area was understaffed and the wait time was too long.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
This property is in dire need of repair
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
Room very clean, the hotel on every area is clean and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Isla Grand Beach Resort
Big room, bit dusty, but staff and all else were nice and convenient
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Shores
North End
If you're spending some time in North End, South Padre Island Beach and Sea Turtle Inc are top sights worth seeing.
