Texas is USA’s second-largest state. While oil and gas are big in Texas, the state is also known for its fantastic surfing beaches. Whether you are an experienced surfer or a beginner, the beaches here are suitable for all enthusiasts. January through mid-February is the perfect time to visit as storm-driven northerlies blow across Gulf of Mexico, generating waves that reach up to 5 ft (60 inches) and more. Spring is also a good time due to late winter and early summer swells. South Padre Island is one of the most popular surfing beaches. Other popular surfing spots include Surfside Beach, Galveston, Matagorda, Corpus Christi and others. Choose from this list of the best places to surf and stay in Texas, USA, to plan a memorable beach vacation.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to surfing spots. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Breezy home near the sea, Port Isabel
Love surfing? Then the waters at Port Isabel, Texas, ranging between 18 to 30°C (82 to 86°F), are just what the doctor ordered. Stay next to the sea at this rental, which is a 50s-style cottage home with breathtaking views of Laguna Madre.
Wake up daily to the soothing sight of blue waters. The two-bedroom house is open and airy, with a living room and a functional kitchen. Guests also have access to Wi-Fi.
Port Isabel, Texas, United States
193.77 km (120.4 mi) from Texas State AquariumSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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the speaker in the living room was awesome (much better than my sound system)good communication and made sure our stay was comfortable love the house and furnishings are cute and beachyjesse's house was lovely the location spacious room with a lovely viewCleanliness:
house is super clean and has a warm feelthe house was sparkling clean and check in was a breezethe home was very clean and had kitchen and bathroom amenitiesthe whole place was very clean with lots of unique touches to make it feel homeythe house was clean in a safe and quiet neighborhood and it had everything we neededHost:
jesse was a great hostjesse was a great hostjesse was a fantastic hostjesse was a great host and very accommodatingfinally jesse was a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
it was such a cute house great locationspent a friends weekend vacay the location was idealfirst as other reviewers adequately described catch a breeze's location in port isabel/within the bay was perfecteverything like wal-mart and the beach are all very close byviews are amazing enjoyed the location and the space
2. Shore Waterfront Cottage, Corpus Christi (from USD 210)
Corpus Christi beaches are most sought after by surfers, as they are some of the windiest beaches on the Texas coast. On your surfing trip here, stay at Shore Waterfront Cottage on Laguna Madre. Enjoy the azure sea views from the deck or fish for dinner from its private pier.
The one-bedroom house can sleep eight with two queen beds, two single beds and a sofa bed. Enjoy the bay views as you make a seafood meal in its fully equipped kitchen. Free parking and Wi-Fi are also available.
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comfortable quiet cabin with great air conditioning and comfy bedsthe cottage is so charming and comfortableyou will want for nothing while staying here super cold a/c i will be backthe beds are super comfortable you won’t be disappointedCleanliness:
very clean cottage quiet neighborhoodprivate peir is nice and cleanvery nice clean place good fishing as well caught 2 black drumthe bed was comfortable and everything was extremely cleanit has everything you need to cook clean up entertain and relaxHost:
hosts are super friendly and make sure you're welcome and happythe hosts were great and very quick to respond to questionsgreat host very helpful and respond very quickly to any questions or concerns will definitely stay here againthe deer are so friendly and chillhosts were super responsive and quick at that overall ten stars not one complaint from usRead more reviewsLocation:
the property is located in a quiet neighborhood with great neighborsthe cabin is tidy and comfortable easy to get to and a great locationgreat place to get away and relax private pier was a huge plusthe dock is awesome house is very cozy and in a great locationfor me this is the perfect place to pause reset and reflect
3. Solare Tower 306, South Padre Island (from USD 169)
Solare Tower condos on Bahia Mar are one of the most sought-after properties if you go to South Padre Island for surfing. The beaches on South Padre Island are known for having the most consistent and impressive waves on Texas Gulf Coast. This pet-friendly, modern condo is within walking distance of the beach.
The three-bedroom condo has a balcony that provides unobstructed ocean views - a pleasant place for morning coffee and evening drinks. The condos have a fully equipped kitchen, swimming pool, a children’s playground and Wi-Fi.
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looks exactly like the pictures and the amenities such as pool were awesomegreat open space condo perfect for a weekend stay with more than enough room for 7 or 8 peopleCleanliness:
super clean and comfortablevery clean and relaxing placethe condo was very clean stylish and comfortablepool is clean and beautifulgreat place to stay very clean spacious and comfortableHost:
staff was friendly will definitely stay againthe host did a great job communicating and check in/out was super easystaff was friendly communication was helpful and effectientcheck in was easy and out host reached out immediately offering her assistance and contact infofamily and pet friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved the close proximity to the beach accessperfect location to beach restaurants and attractionsloved this place it was walking distance to the beachthe unit is beautiful inside and just few minutes walking distance from the beachgreat location and great place to stay for a family
4. The Surf House, Corpus Christi (from USD 140)
You will enjoy staying at The Surf House on your surfing trip to Corpus Christi, as it is just minutes away from the beach and faces the canal. The two-bedroom apartment can sleep up to six guests and has two living areas, including an open-air seating area.
Clean fish at the fish cleaning station and make meals in the fully equipped kitchen. The apartment also provides Wi-Fi, fishing gear and beach toys to make your vacation memorable.
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also keep in mind the room with the two beds isn’t a staircase but almost like a ladderwe loved all of the special features in the mini kitchen that allowed us to cook mealsmade a surprise breakfast for my wife for our anniversary and it was deliciouswe ‘added on’ the avocado toast breakfast our last morning and it was delicious thank you lesliethe beds were so comfortable even the ones in the loft (often an overlooked room)Cleanliness:
and this place is cleanthe place is really nice clean and comfortablei mean… so very cleanexceptionally clean fun location with the canalthe house was beautiful clean & equipped with all toiletriesHost:
host is a wealth of area knowledgeyou will not regret staying here and having them as your hostleslie was a great host and very accommodatingamazing place beautiful and the host is so attentive to anything you needleslie and kevin were great hosts if i could i would rate them above a 10Read more reviewsLocation:
the location was super convenient for everything we wanted to dosuch a cute and cozy place to stay perfect for a getawaymost importantly the location is in a safe area you feel really comfortablegreat location less than 5 minute drive to whitecap beachin a very nice neighborhood with lots of fun things in close proximity
5. Beach Bliss, Surfside Beach (from USD 290)
Beach Bliss is a comfortable, pet-friendly home on Surfside Beach. With all-year-round warm gulf water, Surfside Beach is a popular local spot for surfing. There are big swells of waves in the ocean which grow even taller when a storm is approaching. This three-bedroom home is within walking distance of the beach and has sublime ocean views.
A fully equipped kitchen, Smart TV, board games and a barbecue grill make this a complete vacation home. There is also an outdoor shower to rinse off all the sand from your sunny beach days before you enter.
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very thoughtful home set up that includes all the basics and beyond in the kitchen and the bathroomwe could meet together in the great room for family time and then split off for bedtimeCleanliness:
clean spacious and comfortablevery clean and well stocked homefirst thing we noticed was how clean and stocked the house wasthe house was gorgeous and so cleanthe house was very clean and stocked with everything we neededHost:
excellent all around with great hostthis was a last minute trip and communication with the host was greatthis property was absolutely beautiful and the host danielle was always responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectoverall i would recommend this location for an excellent quiet beach tripexcellent location beautifully decorated great layoutgreat location for families to enjoy the beachbeautiful home just a short walk to the beach
6. Matagorda Beach home with a dock, Matagorda (from USD 192)
Experience the utmost comfort in this two-bedroom riverfront property on Colorado River. It is a three-minute drive from Matagorda Beach. The rooms include a kitchen, Wi-Fi, two decks and spectacular views of the river or the beach from the entire house. The property also has a dock to berth your boat.
Let go of the fast-paced city life as you slow down in this beach town and surf to your heart’s content in this “locals only” surf spot. Ride the large waves here that occur due to the deep ocean floor that rapidly ascends to the sandbars.
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we enjoyed drinking coffee and watching dolphins swim the river while our kids fished from the dockcomfortable and welcoming kitchen was well stocked with all your cooking needs (pots pans sheet pans utensils etc)Cleanliness:
very clean and well decoratedplace is clean and well maintainedeverything was clean beautiful and just as listedthe hosts of this property knock it out of the park very clean and organizedhome was very clean and cozyHost:
the hosts were so so welcoming and friendlyhosts are super responsive and accommodatingdj and jenny are great hosts and very accommodatingeverything was perfect and the host were very informativethe host was quick to answer questions very communicative and easy to talk toRead more reviewsLocation:
love the location being right on the riverhouse was beautiful with a great locationlocation is perfect not even 5 minutes from the beachbeach please is a wonderful place to stay in matagordatop 5 family vacations ever this place is truly a hidden gym
7. Infinity Ocean View, Galveston (from USD 117)
This charming studio on the 9th floor, part of a condominium resort on Babe’s Beach in Galveston, is the perfect place to unwind after a day of surfing. The surf in Gulf of Mexico can be inconsistent, but in Galveston at Pleasure Pier and the 37th, 47th, 51st and 61st street jetties, the waves are consistent for surfing.
This two-bedroom, newly renovated studio has unending ocean views to relax you and a balcony to enjoy the sunrises. It has a kitchen, TV and Wi-Fi. Pleasure Pier is just 4 miles (6.44 kilometres) away and Galveston Strand is a 10-minute drive from here. The resort also has a swimming pool, a tennis court and barbecue facilities.
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we enjoyed breakfast and morning coffee on the balcony overlooking the gulfsmall but cozy with a fantastic viewthis place is beautiful and so cozy the view is amazingperfect location to the beach astounding view from a cozy balconywe enjoyed cooking in the kitchen and eating on the balconyCleanliness:
condo was immaculately cleaned and thoughtful touches throughoutthe condo was cleanthe pool was clean and had pool toysthe place is very clean with thoughtful touchesit was clean and cool when we arrivedHost:
lobby staff were very nicelily ann is a wonderful and attentive hostthoughtful host convenient lovelylily was very helpful and responsivecheck-in staff was very niceRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was wonderful very close to several restaurants and walking distance to walmart for suppliesgreat location and very nice condo for the moneylocation is right in front of babes beach and has easy access to beach from condoabsolutely loved how close this was to the waterthe condo is beautiful and in the perfect location
8. Alright Alright Alright, Port Aransas (from USD 322)
A consistent swell of the waves and many piers and jetties have made surfing very popular in Port Aransas. The beach has different waves and surf conditions depending on the weather and is a suitable surfing spot whether you are a beginner or an expert. Book your stay at Alright Alright Alright, a newly built four-bedroom property, just a few blocks away from Port Aransas Beach.
Apart from a fully equipped kitchen, the property has a swimming pool, an outdoor fire pit and swing chairs to pass any time you have away from the surf. Catch beautiful ocean views from the upper deck.
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the beds were very comfortablegreat place very comfortable we had a very enjoyable stay pool was nice as wellCleanliness:
it was so beautifully decorated and was very well kept cleanRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful home with a great locationamazing place for a family vacationa great place to stay for a large family groupgreat place to stay at
9. One-bedroom home close to the beach, Port Aransas (from USD 157)
Port Aransas is favourable for surfing year long. In winter, professionals enjoy surfing here as the waves are big and powerful. Spring is a great time to surf in groups, especially for beginners. In summer, longboarding is popular, while in the fall, professionals have a good time as storms create big waves.
This renovated one-bedroom home that sleeps four is suited to surfers as it is less than 0.5 miles (0.80 kilometres) from the beach and close to restaurants and bars. The house is bright and has a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, free driveway parking and a private patio to enjoy more of the outdoors.
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all of the amenities especially in the kitchen and bath were so niceinside the property is beautiful furnished with all the necessary items to make a stay very comfortableCleanliness:
it was very clean and had everything we neededit was so clean and the pictures don’t give it justiceit was super clean & very cozy…making for an extremely comfortable staythe house was clean and the kitchen had everything we neededa perfect spot for a quick get away it was clean convenient and all around a great placeHost:
this place is amazing everything the host has provided makes you feel like hometheir immediate assistance with any of our questions deservedly makes them super hostshosts were great and went above and beyond for ustiara is an amazing host and is so incredibly responsivevery convenient spot great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was idealthe house is nicely situated near the beach and close to the other attractions in port aransasthis little beach house was perfect amazing location with quick access to the beach and great foodabsolutely perfect stay beautiful property in a great location-near restaurants shops and the beachgreat location charming cottage friendly hosts
10. Driftwood Beach House, Matagorda
Start your surfing vacation by booking the spacious, four-bedroom, pet-friendly Driftwood Beach House on Matagorda Beach. Matagorda Beach has powerful waves, making it a premier surfing spot in Texas. The waves are high where Colorado River meets Gulf of Mexico and at the jetties.
The house is directly on the beach, with access to the ocean via the sandy dunes. The four-bedroom home, suitable for large families or groups of friends, has a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi and an outdoor deck to sunbathe or lazily lounge on.
165.24 km (102.7 mi) from Texas State AquariumAccommodates: 10
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beautiful views from the home both on the patio and from all the windows and stocked kitchenHost:
good communication with the host and easy check inheather was a great hosts this property has amazing viewsRead more reviewsLocation:
location was so wonderfulhouse is awesome and in a great location i would definitly recommend
Book your accommodations close to the hottest surfing spots
When vacationing in Texas, stay in comfortable waterfront apartments and studios close to the premier surfing beaches in Gulf of Mexico. These accommodations offer the ideal location and all the comforts needed for the finest surf vacation in Texas. Return home with nothing but a glowing tan and the happiest of memories.
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