South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
South Padre Island Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Isla Blanca Park - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
Getting around
Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) - 42 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Whataburger - 5 min walk
Louie's Backyard - 17 min walk
Tequila Sunset - 16 min walk
Blackbeards' Restaurant - 12 min walk
Laguna BOB - 16 min walk
About this property
The Palms Resort
The Palms Resort offers a fantastic location, putting you only steps from South Padre Island Beach. 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 travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
30 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 AM
Minimum check-in age – 25
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–11 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Travelling with children
Fence around the pool
What to do
On the beach
Services
24-hour front desk
Beach sunloungers
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
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Kitchenette
Dining table
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: 15.0 per cent 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, per stay
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.
Is parking offered on site at The Palms Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an 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 AM. 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 on-site 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 fridge, 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. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
The Palms Resort Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
17 Nov 2024
Betty
Betty, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Nov 2024
On the BEACH!! Affordable, clean, and friendly!!
Great time. Relaxing and friendly. Clean room, close to beach.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov 2024
Forever Customer
We’ve been staying at The Palms a few times each year for about 15 years. It’s always a pleasurable stay and visit. And we will continue to stay with them when we come out to the Island.
Walter
Walter, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Sep 2024
Tomas
Tomas, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Sep 2024
This resort is pet friendly. That was one of my criteria. It’s supposed to be a non-smoking property. Folks are frequently smoking outside the rooms which I understand is allowed. There was some smoking in a room yesterday that was permeating my room occasionally, but today has been bad. Someone has been smoking in a room all day. It’s tolerable, but unpleasant and annoying. Otherwise the resort is cute and right off the beach. It has a mom and pop feel. The beach is clean. Plenty of sea gulls. The room has a microwave and a coffee maker and a refrigerator and a small sink in the kitchen. There is a table, chairs, a small sofa and a small dresser. I have only eaten at the restaurant once. The first person who approached me was not welcoming (it may have been because of the dogs- but I was in the outside portion of the restaurant where they are allowed ) but the excellent waiter and waitress more than made up for him. The meal was ok but not crave-able. The Caesar salad needs anchovies and lemon- more acid, and shaved cheese. I’m on a budget so I picked up groceries from Walmart and have been using them. Without a cooking surface in the room I have had to be creative. I learned how to make microwave scrambled eggs. I have not been in the pool yet. It is small but it looks inviting. The landscaping is thoughtful and attractive and the grounds are clean. There is a security person at night. The staff so far have been helpful. All in all this is a nice chill spot.
Dorothea
Dorothea, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Sep 2024
Great
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Sep 2024
Great place. It’s our go to place when I’m south Texas
Antonio
Antonio, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Aug 2024
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Aug 2024
I absolutely love staying here! It was a wonderful trip and comfortable stay. Highly recommend!!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Aug 2024
I like everything
Alicia
Alicia, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
17 Aug 2024
The charges on Orbitz was one price and at the palms was different once we checked in.
Corisa
Corisa, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Aug 2024
Good place to stay .
Alexandra
Alexandra, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Aug 2024
Clean room, good on-site dining and directly on the beach. Bring your own pillows unless you don't mind those poly fill pillows.
Jeremiah
Jeremiah, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Aug 2024
so close to the beach!
Hotel was a short walk to the beach, only a couple minutes! It was very clean considering the tracking of sand, the bed was comfortable but the sofa bed not so much. the beach chairs and umbrellas are available after 9 am for a daily rent of 40$. Price was a bit more than we wanted to spend for 1 night but our main priority was being close to the beach.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
Awesome place! My fav spot ❤️
Laura
Laura, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
10 Aug 2024
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Aug 2024
Average place to stay
It was very average- very sandy feeling on bed and floor and shower was a trickle of water very average stay
Moises
Moises, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jul 2024
Selinda
Selinda, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jul 2024
We come to SPI every summer. This was our first time staying at The Palms. We probably won’t stay anywhere else now! Clean, comfortable, convenient. Parking wasn’t an issue, they were diligent about hotel guests only parking in the lot. Beach was close and bed was comfy.
Sara
Sara, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
26 Jul 2024
The people were nice and understanding but our unit had bed bugs
Alex
Alex, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
26 Jul 2024
First time at Palms
Room was very clean
Erika
Erika, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Jul 2024
It was nice that it was very close to the beach, but the hotel’s swimming pool looked small and dirty so I couldn‘t go in.
Kim
Kim, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Jul 2024
Good value
Good value. Easy access to beach, chair and umbrella rental. Outside bar and cafe were convenient.
RENE
RENE, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jul 2024
Palms Resort - Will Book Again
Great location and easy access to the beach. On site restaurant with small view to the beach was a bonus and both service and food were excellent!