The Palms Resort South Padre Island, South Padre Island - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

3616 Gulf Blvd, South Padre Island, Texas, United States of America, TX 78597

The Palms Resort, established in 1972, is located directly on the beach of South Padre Island, Texas. Known for its retro boutique feel, it combines casual elegance with direct beach access, making it a unique destination for travelers. The resort features both a heated swimming pool with beachfront views and an onsite restaurant offering a full bar. Guests can indulge in a tropical drink while enjoying the stunning coastal scenery.

Location

Situated on the southernmost tip of South Padre Island, the resort provides easy access to the beach and nearby attractions. It is conveniently located close to transportation options, including the South Padre Shuttle from Valley International Airport. The surrounding area offers a variety of landmarks, outdoor activities, and dining options, enhancing the guest experience.

Rooms

The Palms Resort offers a variety of room types including Queen Suites, King Suites, and Sunset Suites. Each room is outfitted with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, and a private bath. The Sunset Suite features a large rain shower head and a spacious seating area. Many rooms offer generous views or semi-private porches, ideal for enjoying Gulf sunrises.

Eat & Drink

Onsite dining is provided by Cafe On The Beach, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu features specialties like fluffy, malted pancakes, steak, lobster, and crab cakes. With both dine-in and curbside options available, guests can enjoy a delicious meal alongside fine wines or tropical beverages while savoring picturesque beach views.

Leisure & Business

The resort features a heated beachside pool where guests can relax with drinks from the cafe. Other activities include renting beach lounge chairs and umbrellas, and accessing local recreational options such as snorkeling and fishing. The resort staff is available to assist guests in discovering various entertainment options available on the island.

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The resort provides a range of accommodations, including double rooms, family rooms, and suites, all with breakfast, free cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Queen Room

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3 persons

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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King Room

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3 persons

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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City Center

South Padre Island1000 ft

Airports

Brownsville (BRO) 25.8 mi

Valley International (HRL) 43.0 mi

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour reception
Coffee shop

Dining

Paid breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers

Room features

Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

3616 Gulf Blvd, South Padre Island, Texas, United States of America, TX 78597

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3616 Gulf Blvd, South Padre Island, Texas, United States of America, TX 78597

City landmarks

211 W Swordfish St

Fisherman's Wharf

4300 ft

Store

Blue Marlin Supermarket South Padre Island

2200 ft

Zoo

Sea Turtle Inc

1.8 mi

Amusement Park

Gravity Park

4400 ft

4400-4498 State Park Rd 100

Dollar General

2700 ft

Store

On The Beach

4200 ft

Store

Beach Wave

4700 ft

610 Padre Blvd South Padre Island Visitors Center

Largest Outdoor Sandcastle in the USA

1.5 mi

Store

Ship Shape

5100 ft

Nature reserve

South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center

1.9 mi

Amusement Park

Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Beach Resort

2.1 mi

Gallery

Hunter Gallery

1.3 mi

Island

Whaling Wall

2.1 mi

Nature reserve

Laguna Madre Nature Trail

2.1 mi

904 Padre Blvd

Paradise Fun Rental

1.4 mi

Events

South Padre Island Convention Centre

2.1 mi

San Benito

Queen Isabella Memorial Park

1.8 mi

South Padre Island

South Padre Island Welcome Sign

1.8 mi

6700 Padre Blvd

Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island

1.8 mi

Art object

Statue of Padre Jose Nicolas Balli

1.8 mi

7300 State Park Rd 100

Andy Bowie County Park

2.1 mi

Amusement Park

Beach Park At Isla Blanca

2.2 mi

South Padre Island

Cristo de los Pescadores

2.3 mi

100 Marine Lab Dr

University of Texas

2.6 mi

33174 State Park Rd 100

Cameron County Parks & Recreation

2.5 mi

Market

South Padre Island Farmer's Market

2.9 mi

Channel View Rd

Beach Parking

2.8 mi

Isla Blanca Beach

2.9 mi

Lighthouse

Port Isabel Lighthouse State Historical Park

3.5 mi

Nearby

Island

South Padre Island

1900 ft

Restaurants

Whataburger

1300 ft

105 W Retama St

Wingstop

2100 ft

3900 Padre Blvd Ste A

Aloha Shaved Ice at South Padre Island

2100 ft

4000 Padre Blvd Suite B

KFC

2500 ft

3201 Padre Blvd

Dolce Roma

3000 ft

4200 Padre Blvd

Boomerang Billy's

2800 ft

2612 Gulf Blvd

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