Hotels in South Padre Island You Can Check-In at 18
★ 8.8 (1662)
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
★★★ 3-star hotel
350 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Hot Tub
Fitness Center
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
Beachfront hotel on South Padre Island with art deco-inspired, spacious, clean rooms. On-site Bar & Grill and Starbucks cafe; fitness center and business center. Family-friendly with two outdoor pools, a hot tub, and a children's pool.
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
409 sq ft
Check-in: 3:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
Parking: Free
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Guest comment: Very nice beach-front family hotel; very clean with exceptional staff.
Two outdoor pools, a hot tub, and a children's pool for family recreation.
On-site Bar & Grill and Starbucks cafe, plus fitness center and business center.
Central beachfront location in the island's business district with easy access to beaches.
Art deco-inspired design with spacious, clean rooms and convenient dining options.
★ 8.6 (1566)
Padre South Hotel On The Beach
★★ 2-star hotel
1500 Gulf Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Hot Tub
Local Dining
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
Located on a prime stretch of South Padre Island, this two-star beachfront property emphasizes value with full kitchen amenities and reasonable rates. It offers a private beach area, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool with views, along with a balcony/terrace option.
Standard Queen Room with South Partial Ocean View
355 sq ft
Check-in: 4:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
Parking: Free
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Guest comment: "If you ever visit Padre Island, DO NOT stay at this hotel. We have had nothing but issues since we got here."
Beachfront property with private beach area and full kitchen amenities.
Outdoor pool with views, a children's pool, hot tub, balcony/terrace, library, and barbecue grills.
Free WiFi, complimentary parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a meeting room.
Prime South Padre Island location with easy beach access and local attractions nearby.
★ 7.2 (1014)
Super 8 by Wyndham South Padre Island
★★ 2-star hotel
4205 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Hot Tub
Fitness Center
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
This hotel offers free high-speed internet and an outdoor pool with a heated hot tub. Rooms include a flat-screen TV and a kitchenette with a refrigerator and microwave for convenience.
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
355 sq ft
Check-in: 3:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
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Guest comments: Staff were very friendly (Luis); breakfast was well received.
Outdoor pool and heated hot tub.
Rooms with flat-screen TV and kitchenette (refrigerator + microwave).
Free Wi-Fi, 24-hour front desk, fitness center, and on-site restaurant/bar; free to-go breakfast.
Walkable to the beach and Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark.
Highly RatedGreat Value
★ 9 (1134)
El Delfín Lodge
★★ 2.5-star hotel
5401 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Hot Tub
Sitting Area
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
Situated on Padre Boulevard at the north end of South Padre Island, this property offers simple, value-oriented stays. Rooms come with a refrigerator, microwave, TV, and free WiFi.
Standard Double Room with Pool View
323 sq ft
Check-in: 3:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
Parking: Free
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24-hour business center and on-site snack bar/deli with vending machine
Outdoor pool year-round and sun terrace
In-room fridge, microwave, TV, and free WiFi
Located on Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, with easy beach access
★ 8.8 (1577)
Courtyard South Padre Island
★★★ 3-star hotel
6700 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Fitness Center
Local Dining
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
This 3-star beachfront hotel on South Padre Island offers flexible accommodations and modern amenities. Direct beach access is complemented by an outdoor pool, fitness center, on-site dining, and free breakfast plus free Wi-Fi.
Guest room, 1 King, Balcony
366 sq ft
Check-in: 4:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
Parking: Free
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Guests praise the pool, staff, rooms, location, and service.
Beachfront property with outdoor pool, fitness center, and on-site dining.
Free breakfast and free Wi-Fi.
Air-conditioned rooms with balconies, coffee/tea makers, and hair dryers.
Within walking distance to the beach and convention center; family-friendly base for beach days.
★ 8.8 (2314)
Sand Rose Beach Resort
★★★ 3-star hotel
7000 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Fitness Center
Local Dining
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
Beachfront accommodations on South Padre Island offer direct access to the Gulf with inviting ocean views. Guests can enjoy outdoor pools and a whirlpool, plus on-site dining and breakfast options.
Standard Double Room
301 sq ft
Check-in: 4:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
Parking: Free
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Guest comments highlight a poolside snack bar with good food and drinks, and note the lack of a hot tub.
Direct beach access with Gulf views and easy access to the shore.
Outdoor pool, whirlpool, on-site dining, a fitness center, and reliable Wi-Fi.
Breakfast options, and proximity to beaches, a birding center, and local dining.
Great Value
★ 8 (1012)
Comfort Suites Beachside
★★ 2.5-star hotel
912 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Hot Tub
Fitness Center
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
All-suite hotel with contemporary furnishings and private beach access. Some suites include spa baths, and select rooms offer partial beach and bay views. On-site amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, hot tub, 24-hour fitness center, and a snack bar with free breakfast.
Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds - Accessible/Non-Smoking
355 sq ft
Check-in: 4:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
Parking: Free
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Travelers praise the staff, breakfast, rooms, beds, and accessibility.
Private beach access with a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub.
All-suite property with contemporary furnishings; spa baths in select rooms; partial beach/bay views.
Free breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, 24-hour front desk, and on-site snack bar.
Walkable beachside location.
Great Value
★ 8.6 (1002)
Lighthouse Inn
★★ 2.5-star hotel
1701 PADRE BLVD, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Sitting Area
Refrigerator
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
Oceanfront motel with a range of room types, including family-size and standard options. Each room provides a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and a microwave, with some rooms offering bayside or ocean views.
Standard King Room
301 sq ft
Check-in: 3:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
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Oceanfront location with bayside and ocean-view options
Free Wi-Fi, on-site parking, outdoor pool with sun loungers, and a business center
Rooms with desks, flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and microwaves
Located on South Padre Island, near beaches and Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark
★ 7.4 (1010)
Peninsula Island Resort & Spa - Beachfront Property at South Padre Island
★★★ 3.5-star hotel
340 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Hot Tub
Fitness Center
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
Located directly on the beach in South Padre Island's hotel row, this upscale property offers private beach access, sea views, and a sun terrace. It features on-site dining, room service, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi.
Deluxe King Room
549 sq ft
Check-in: 4:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
Parking: Free
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Beachfront resort with private beach access and sea views
On-site dining, 24-hour front desk, room service, and free WiFi
Two outdoor pools, a children's pool, spa, and fitness center
Central beachside location with easy access to island activities
★ 7 (471)
Casa Bella Hotel and Suites
★★ 2.5-star hotel
5601 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Hot Tub
Balcony
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
Set on the bay waterway in South Padre Island, this property features its own fishing pier and boat dock and is a short walk from the beach.
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
441 sq ft
Check-in: 4:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
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Guest comment: Very nice and clean hotel; friendly, helpful staff; clean pool.
Bayfront location with a fishing pier and boat dock; short walk to the beach.
Rooms with flexible bed options (king or two queens), plus desk, microwave, and refrigerator; some with private balcony.
Outdoor pool, on-site hot tub, boat ramp access, and laundry facilities; free Wi-Fi.
South Padre Island Lodge
★★ 2-star hotel
3913 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Hot Tub
Refrigerator
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
Bright, colorful, and spacious rooms offer modern comforts such as free Wi-Fi, cable TV, a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, hairdryer, and ironing facilities. The property features an outdoor pool and hot tub, plus free Wi-Fi in public spaces and a 24-hour front desk.
24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi in public spaces
Budget-friendly options with convenient amenities
Beachy vibe with multilingual staff
Ocean Inn South Padre Island
★★ 2-star hotel
4013 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Outdoor Pool
Laundry
Minimum Check-in Age: 18
Two budget-friendly properties in South Padre Island offer practical basics with easy beach access. One property features an outdoor pool, on-site deli snacks, and laundry facilities, and sits a short walk from the beach and downtown amenities.
Queen Room - Non-Smoking
205 sq ft
Check-in: 3:00 pm Check-out: 11:00 am
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Guest comments note some rooms can be in poor condition with mismatched photos and very hot water
Walkable to South Padre Island Beach and Gulf beaches
Outdoor pool, on-site deli snacks, and laundry facilities
Free in-room WiFi and free self-parking
Budget-friendly, straightforward accommodations with convenient beach access
1) What is the minimum age to check into a hotel? The minimum age for hotel check-in varies by location and property. Generally, most hotels require guests to be at least 18 years old to check in. However, most hotels may have a minimum age of 21, particularly in certain areas like Las Vegas or resorts with adult-oriented amenities. This is what we do best, we curate a list of hotels that allow under 21 years or age to check-in.
2) Do I need to show an ID when checking into a hotel at 18? Yes, hotels typically require guests to present a valid government-issued photo ID (such as a passport, driver’s license, or national ID card) upon check-in to verify age and identity. This ensures the hotel complies with local regulations and verifies the booking details.
3) Can I book a hotel room online at 18? Yes, you can book a hotel room online at 18, provided the hotel allows check-in for guests under 21. While we do our best to verify this information and only show hotels that allow under 21 to book, the hotels set the policies and they are subject to change, so it's best to verify on their age policies on the booking page.
4) Are there hotels that specifically cater to 18+ guests? Yes, many hotels are welcoming to guests 18 and older, especially those in major cities, tourist areas, or university towns. These hotels understand the needs of young travelers and typically don’t have age restrictions beyond the minimum check-in age.