Nestled by the ocean, The Palms Resort offers a serene beachfront location with sun loungers and an outdoor pool. Enjoy dining options at the restaurant, bar or coffee shop/cafe while taking advantage of in-room WiFi.
South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Isla Blanca Park - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
Getting around
Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO) - 42 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Louie's Backyard - 17 min walk
Blackbeards' Restaurant - 12 min walk
Tequila Sunset - 16 min walk
Laguna Bob - 17 min walk
Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill - 17 min walk
About this property
The Palms Resort
At The Palms Resort, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of South Padre Island Beach and Beach Park at Isla Blanca. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
29 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 25
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–11 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Traveling with children
Fence around the pool
What to do
On the beach
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Beach sun loungers
Beach umbrellas
Pool loungers
Facilities
An outdoor pool
Walkway to water
Room amenities
Be entertained
36-inch flat-screen TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchenette
Dining table
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Daily housekeeping
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: 15.0 percent of room rate
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Beach access
In-room coffee
Lending library access
Pool access
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 25 for adults, and USD 8 to 25 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 45.00 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Also known as
Palms Resort South Padre Island
Palms South Padre Island
The Palms Resort Hotel
The Palms Resort South Padre Island
The Palms Resort Hotel South Padre Island
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at The Palms Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Palms Resort?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 45.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at The Palms Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Palms Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Palms Resort?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Palms Resort and nearby?
The Palms Resort has an outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near The Palms Resort?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does The Palms Resort have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
What's the area around The Palms Resort like?
The Palms Resort is a short 1-minute walk from South Padre Island Beach and 15 minutes' walk from South Padre Island Community Center. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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The Palms Resort Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
The property offers direct beach access and a convenient location for beach activities. (49 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Loved it
Dariana
Dariana, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 5, 2025
Location salvation
Location cannot be beat. Great restaurant and beach access make this a winner, but don't come looking for fine finishes or furnishings.
Joseph
Joseph, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2025
Great Resort
This is the second year that we have stayed here at Palms Resort , love the convenience that this place offers hope skip and a jump to the beach , great restaurant in the back with great food.Rooms are clean .
Susie
Susie, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 23, 2025
Hotel is old but attached cafe is great. Great service and food
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2025
Clean friendly & great restaurant
RAMONA
RAMONA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Very convenient to the beach. Great restaurant in the back.
Raymond
Raymond, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
We were there with another couple that's has stayed there several times. Very comfortable. The restaurant is really good. Enjoyed our stay and will go back again.
Brenda
Brenda, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 21, 2025
They need to get rid of the roaches
There was one in my bed which caused me not to sleep well
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Love the vibe and atmosphere.
One of the best beach hotels for adults
Miguel
Miguel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 28, 2025
Friendly and accommodating staff
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 14, 2025
2 night stay
The best thing is you have beach access and the cafe is really good. The WiFi did not work and the rooms are very dated and didn’t have a blow dryer. The parking is very limited so if you have two cars you have to find parking for your second car elsewhere. It’s pricey for what it is in my opinion.
Juanita
Juanita, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 27, 2025
Best place going! Clean and close to the beach. Wish they had more beach loungers and umbrellas. They should tell visitors about reserving them ahead of time or as you check in.
Arnoldo Giovanni
Arnoldo Giovanni, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
May 19, 2025
Convenient for the beach access and dining near.
Limited parking space. Staff and cleaning attendants were great.
JoAnn
JoAnn, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 30, 2025
Dated
Perfect location on the beach, the Beach Cafe was delicious. The Palms Resort needs an update, old mismatched furniture, rusty doors, coat rack fell off the wall. They provided mineral oil to remove the tar off your feet, that was helpful.
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 20, 2025
Check in/out was simple.
Easy access to beach.
Sofia
Sofia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 4, 2025
Nice property… parking area very congested-room had an odor from AC unit. Great view of beach area from restaurant.
Melody
Melody, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2025
Excellent
It was nice and clean , I liked that it had a restaurant there
April
April, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 20, 2025
Little getaway perfect spot right by the beach
Yessenia
Yessenia, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Apr 13, 2025
Haves pool
Eduardo
Eduardo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Great value and location! Older hotel but clean and big rooms. Loved cafe right at the hotel. After birding most the day took walks at the beach and ate most meals at the cafe. Parking was facilitated by a new parking attendant we made sure hotel guests were not squeezed out by cafe guests. We had a brand new king size mattress that was super comfortable. Would stay again.
Sally
Sally, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
A gem!
The outside looks sort of run down but the rooms are actually super cute and clean. The attached restaurant had good food. The parking lot is the only issue we had because it’s so small. But overall this place is a hidden gem right on the beach!
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
Great stay!
It was great! Right at the beach and charming room with 60’s, 70’s vibe. We had out dog so being able to order to go from their cafe was perfect and the meals were all delicious!