With a stay at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages, you'll be centrally located in Port Aransas, within a 5-minute drive of Port Aransas Beach and Mustang Island Beach. .This motel is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Mustang Island State Park and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Ellis Memorial Library.
Port Aransas Birding Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Fisherman's Wharf - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Getting around
Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger - 13 min walk
Port A Pizzeria - 15 min walk
Fins Grill & Icehouse - 7 min walk
San Juan Restaurant - 1 min walk
Dairy Queen - 9 min walk
About this property
Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages
Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Cable television is provided.
Bathrooms include showers. This Port Aransas motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Irons/ironing boards and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 58 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Housekeeping is provided weekly, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This motel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and charcoal grills.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Things to do
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Playground
Family friendly
Fenced pool
In-room microwave
Outdoor pool
Playground
Pool gate
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Housekeeping (weekly)
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
In a nature reserve
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 step to reach entrance
Front entrance ramp
Tile flooring in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
More
1 building
1 floor
Built in 1960
Renovated entire property - January 2022
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
43-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cash deposit: USD 100 per person, per stay for guests under 25 years old
Breakage deposit: USD 125 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 200102744
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9 AM to 11:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
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Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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the pool/ hot tub was very nice and clean to use. parking was perfect, we could see our vehicles from the windows which made staying feel safe. the staff was very respectful and kind. we had no issue checking in or out.
We have stayed twice and both times was amazing. Front desk is so wonderful and nice! Rooms are beautiful and clean no issues with noise or anything! 10/10 recommend
We had such a great stay at Shark Reef Motel. It was honestly the cleanest and best motel we’ve ever stayed in. You can tell the staff truly care—they were constantly out making sure everything was spotless and well-kept. The attention to detail did not go unnoticed. Super comfortable, very well maintained, and just an overall great experience. We’ll definitely be staying here again!
Bring extra towels and blankets/pillows. Although we did receive extra when asked. Rooms were perfect with just enough room to rest and sleep! We will definitely be back!
Ver surprised at how big the cottage was. Only feedback I would say is to replace the queen with a king bed. Felt like a tiny bed in a big room. It was a tight squeeze with someone else in bed.
I have stayed here before. if you are Thurston Howell III, read no further...but if you want clean, cheap, lodging...look no further. the staff is super, super, friendly. place is tidy and neat, and next to everything (shorty's). ditch the button down, and slip into some flip flops at my favorite port A home.
If you like your room pitch black take maybe a blanket or something to put over the window because they have blinds natural light comes in that was the only thing i didnt like