A tropical destination in the southern part of America, South Padre Island receives about a million visitors every year. Exciting possibilities await you in this resort town, from swimming and kayaking to sailing and shopping! It’s also a nice place to experience marine animal encounters. At South Padre Island Dolphin Research and Sealife Nature Center, enjoy boat tours to get up close to dolphins and other sea creatures. The weather remains favorable throughout the year. However, you may either choose to explore the clean beaches in March when spring break parties lurk in every corner or some time from September to February when the atmosphere is rather relaxing. For comfortable stays, here are the best hotels with kitchen in South Padre Island, Texas.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to an in-house kitchen or kitchenette. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Peninsula Island Resort and Spa (from USD 129)
Enjoy private access to the beach at Peninsula Island Resort & Spa. Rooms have 3 m (10 ft) ceilings and large glass windows that allow natural light. Whether you book a studio or an apartment, you have access to a private balcony with beach views and an in-room kitchen, perfect for brewing coffee or preparing a quick breakfast. In case you run out of meal options, you can dine at Las Olas, the hotel’s onsite restaurant.
Peninsula Island Resort & Spa - Beachfront Property at South Padre Island
Address: 340 Padre Boulevard
5.86 km (3.7 mi) from Sea Turtle, Inc.
2. Padre South Hotel On The Beach (from USD 86)
At Padre South Hotel On The Beach, you feel at home with the facilities they provide: a private kitchen complete with a cooking range, a satellite television, a seating area, and a full bath. If you do not feel like swimming in the sometimes untamed gulf waters, you can run laps in any of the three outdoor pools. Alternatively, you can drive to the historic Matamoros which is only 43 km (27 mi) away or 43 minutes by car at 60 kph (37 mph).
Padre South Hotel On The Beach
Address: 1500 Gulf Boulevard
4.68 km (3.0 mi) from Sea Turtle, Inc.
3. Super 8 by Wyndham South Padre Island (from USD 49)
If you have children with you, one of your best choices is to stay at Super 8 by Wyndham South Padre Island which is only about 3 km (2 mi) from Schlitterbahn Waterpark. The outdoor waterpark features gigantic slides and pools that your family will love. After a tiring day, you can always come home to your cozy hotel room with a kitchenette and a full bath. You can choose rooms with a stovetop to vary meal options as you never know when kids get hungry sometimes.
Super 8 by Wyndham South Padre Island
Address: 4205 Padre Boulevard
2.36 km (1.5 mi) from Sea Turtle, Inc.
4. Windwater Hotel and Marina (from USD 49)
Located on Padre Boulevard, Windwater Hotel and Marina is only two blocks away from the beach. You can wake up and hit the cool South Padre Island waters literally. All pastel-colored hotel rooms have a kitchenette, a television, and a private bath. Two-bedroom and three-bedroom villas come with a stovetop, a dining area, and a seating area. You can save money by preparing your meals, especially when you are traveling with a big group. Sea Turtle, Inc. and Port Isabel Lighthouse are 4 and 10 minutes away, respectively.
WindWater Hotel and Marina
Address: 5701 Padre Boulevard
1.01 km (0.7 mi) from Sea Turtle, Inc.
5. Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites South Padre (from USD 124)
Are you a breakfast person? Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites South Padre offers daily complimentary breakfasts including coffee and their famous cinnamon rolls. Located on Padre Boulevard, you are minutes away from the beach and close to island attractions like Island Equestrian Center. All rooms have a kitchenette, a private bath, video games, a cable television, a study desk, and a seating area.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites South Padre Island, an IHG Hotel
Address: 6502 Padre Boulevard
324 meters (0.3 ft) from Sea Turtle, Inc.
6. Ramada by Wyndham and Suites South Padre Island (from USD 49)
This beach-themed hotel is one of the top-selling accommodations on Padre Boulevard. It is within walking distance from the Gulf of Mexico beach and 3 km (1.9 mi) from the golf course. You will find relaxing things to do right within the hotel premises such as exercising in the gym, walking around the garden, getting a spa massage, or running laps in the pool. You can also have a barbecue weekend using the hotel’s grill, or cook your favorite meal using your in-room kitchen.
Ramada by Wyndham & Suites South Padre Island
Address: 6200 South Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, South Padre Island (TX), United States, 78597
369 meters (0.3 ft) from Sea Turtle, Inc.
7. Upper Deck Hotel and Bar - Adults Only (from USD 129)
Are you coming to South Padre Island for the spring break beach party with friends? Head on to Upper Deck Hotel and Bar - Adults Only. You get a summer vibe complete with an outdoor pool and a patio bar. There is also another bar inside for those who want a more intimate atmosphere. Every deluxe suite comes with a kitchen for cooking your favorite home-made soup, great after a fulfilling happy hour. The beach is 300 m (984 ft) away, in case you want to walk barefoot in the sand.
Upper Deck Hotel and Bar - Adults Only
Address: 120 East Atol Street
3.04 km (1.9 mi) from Sea Turtle, Inc.
Enjoy heart meals by the Gulf of Mexico
Hotels with a convenient location, close to the beach and other attractions, are great finds for South Padre Island is truly a tropical destination. True to every tropical life, you need hearty meals to fill in your stomachs and power up your day. So don’t forget to stay at the best hotels with kitchen in South Padre Island, Texas.
Disclaimer: The terms kitchen and kitchenette have been used synonymously, and may not be differentiated in this article on the basis of their technical differences, especially size.
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