Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages

2.0 star property

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A reception area with a wooden counter, a bulletin board, and a sign that reads "Island Time".
A hammock, outdoor seating, and a building with windows.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with stools, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A brick-walled building with outdoor seating and potted plants.
A nighttime view of a hotel pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a thatched-roof building.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $91
$79 nightly
$91 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9

Explore the area

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314 Cutoff Road, Port Aransas, TX, 78373
  • Place, Roberts Point Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Birding Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Courtyard View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 736 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Courtyard View

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Port Aransas

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.

What's nearby

  • Roberts Point Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Port Aransas Museum - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • 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

Rating 10 - Excellent. 478 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1005 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff!! Peyton’s golf carts gave 20% off for stay here!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was awesome...walking distance to wverything...beach, shops & food
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Casita was very spacious and cozy. Hot tub was hot. Love this place and we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooklynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so welcoming! Would absolutely stay there again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice and convenient place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We did one night for a quick family night away. Was absolutely perfect for our trip. Ideal location, friendly staff… Will be booking here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, comfortable, and the staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly upon arriving. The grounds were well keptand lets of places to hang with your family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very clean just hate that they charge u for ice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at Shark Reef numerous times. It just keeps getting better and better each time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great, room very clean and comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes absolutely exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at Shark Reef! Family friendly place with a great staff and an awesome pool.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff was nice and my kids had the best time. ❣️
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was a great time. clean room, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here and loved the privacy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

arieanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super affordable and close to everything !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a low cost place it was a pretty good place to stay. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025