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El Delfín Lodge

2.5 star property

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a built-in TV, and a bathroom with a shower and a toilet.
A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and a brick-paved area.
A balcony with a stone pillar and a view of a road and buildings in the distance.
A hotel with a sign indicating it is now open, featuring a two-story structure with a flat roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot with several cars.
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a large window with a view of a building, a mounted television, and an exit sign.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $96
$83 nightly
$96 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24

Explore the area

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5401 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX, 78597
  • Place, South Padre Island Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Sea Turtle Inc
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room with Pool View

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Double Room with Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(114 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard King Room with Pool View

A neatly made bed with a geometric-patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and white pillows.

Standard King Room with Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Honeymoon Room - King Bed with Jacuzzi

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

Honeymoon Room - King Bed with Jacuzzi

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room with Private Balcony

A modern hotel room with two single beds, a large mirror, a small bedside table, and a built-in air conditioning unit.

Deluxe Double Room with Private Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony

A balcony with a stone pillar, a view of a road, and buildings in the distance.

King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING BED WITH JACUZZI

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

South Padre Island

With a stay at El Delfín Lodge in South Padre Island (North End), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Community Center. .This motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Sea Turtle Inc.
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What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sea Turtle Inc - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • South Padre Island Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Laguna Madre Nature Trail - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clayton's Beach Bar And Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar Louie - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

El Delfín Lodge

El Delfín Lodge offers 47 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. This South Padre Island motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Bathrooms include bathtubs. Business-friendly amenities include desks and printers, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 47 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Bathrooms feature bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of El Delfín Lodge.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and a water dispenser. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (USD 15 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

El Delfín Lodge Motel
El Delfín Lodge South Padre Island
El Delfín Lodge Motel South Padre Island

El Delfín Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 996 out of 1501 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1501 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1501 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1501 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1501 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jaylin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

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Room was clean, staff was great, parking was good and the AC was cooling. Overall great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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was very clean and very nice beds to sleep in very comfortable and very friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice remodeled hotel for a great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and great ac
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

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Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, quiet, good location, great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taylon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay here for spring break, everybody was extremely accommodating and took pride in their jobs.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Megan

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

Arturo

we stay there all the time, it’s super cheap and everything is really nice and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Itzel Ayram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was really kind and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ramiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enough space, lots of parking, quiet, and the swimming pool is adequately sized for what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

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Feels 4star, new, clean, safe, friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Randall

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Super clean short stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, very clean and staff is responsive and respectful. Great pool and location!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really nice and the staff were very friendly. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and guy in the front desk very friendly and nice ,pool was a bit cold but will definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ofelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff. Comfortable beds. Very clean and orderly room. Secure parking. Nice pool with covered area for sitting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miguel

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Great rooms, great location, always pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Holly Caryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and friendly. The location was perfect. A short walk to the beach and many nearby places to eat. Parking at the hotel was available but as the weekend neared, it was nearly full. The room was clean and simple.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Gail

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The room was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MIGUEL ANGEL

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