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A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a white wall with signage.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a TV, a fruit bowl, and a ceiling fan.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a kitchenette, and a small window.

A kitchen with a stove, sink, refrigerator, and a laptop on the counter.

1. Port Isla Inn

1.9 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Juanita

NT$1,816

NT$2,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A swimming pool with a sunshade, surrounded by a brick patio and a building with a white facade.

A balcony with a view of a beach and ocean.

A view from a balcony overlooking a beach with a pier, a sign in a foreign language, and buildings in the background.

A high-rise hotel with a central tower and multiple balconies, located near a beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

2. Padre South Hotel On The Beach

4.8 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

claudia

NT$1,855

NT$2,170 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A pool area with a colorful mural, wooden pergola, and clear pool water.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a window with curtains, and an orange accent wall.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a glass coffee table, and artwork on the walls.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a bulletin board with brochures, a potted plant, and an American flag.

3. Lighthouse Inn

4.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Jose

NT$1,419

NT$1,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A pool area with a gazebo, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a bar with stools.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a mural of dolphins on the wall.

4. La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

4.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Satya

NT$2,294

NT$3,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a clock on the wall.

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring leading to a bunk bed room.

A laundry room with a washing machine, dryer, and a water heater.

A residential garage with a white door, a brick exterior, and a wooden fence.

5. 3br Townhome, Steps To Beach, New Remodel Spi 3 Bedroom Townhouse

5.1 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

NT$8,603

NT$26,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A wooden sign with 'PALMS' and 'South Padre Island TX.' in front of a beach view.

A poolside area with outdoor seating and a view of the ocean.

A room with a large painting of a car and palm trees, a bookshelf with books and toys, and a red surfboard.

A coastal beach with a sandy shore, a grassy area, and a distant city skyline.

6. The Palms Resort

5.5 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Jill

NT$3,299

NT$4,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with ocean waves in the background.

A hotel room with a wooden dining table, two chairs, a bed with a headboard, a nightstand with lamps, and a television on a stand.

A swimming pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and palm trees at night.

A spacious indoor area with a central staircase, large windows, and multiple seating areas.

7. Comfort Suites Beachside

4.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Elizabeth

NT$2,088

NT$2,444 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A resort with a central pool, multiple tennis courts, and a beach view.

A WHISKEY SHACK with outdoor seating and a view of palm trees.

A bakery with a brick wall, wooden ceiling, and a display case with baked goods.

A beach view with palm trees, a tennis court, and a building with a red roof.

8. Isla Grand Beach Resort

4.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Chelsea

NT$2,269

NT$3,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a small hot tub, and a covered seating area.

A hotel with a swimming pool, parking lot, and ocean view.

A living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, a TV, and a lamp.

A poolside area with blue lounge chairs and a wooden pergola.

9. Luxury 1 Bedroom - Walk to Beach - Pool

4.5 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Robert

NT$2,556

NT$10,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern restaurant with a long counter, seating area, and a coffee machine.

A hotel with a beige facade, multiple floors, and a covered parking area.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a seating area with a bench, and a large window with a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a bench, and a window with a view of a rocky landscape.

10. Best Western Beachside Inn

5.9 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Juan

NT$2,122

NT$2,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

11. El Delfín Lodge

6.4 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Cynthia

NT$1,276

NT$1,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An aerial view of a hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and surrounding greenery.

A bar area with wooden tables and chairs, a neon sign, and various decorations including paper fans and a 'No ID Required' sign.

A kitchen with yellow cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a bar area with orange stools.

A covered porch with green Adirondack chairs and a view of residential buildings and palm trees.

12. Upper Deck Hotel and Bar - Adults Only

5.3 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

randy

NT$3,397

NT$4,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A pathway leading to a building entrance surrounded by lush tropical plants.

A building with a sign for 'Suites at SUNCHASE Hotel - Condos' and a 'Casablanca Lounge' sign.

A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a sign for suites at Sonchase Hotel Condos.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

13. Sunchase Inn & Suites

4.5 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Jennifer

NT$1,049

NT$1,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a beach and dunes.

A resort with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.

14. Coco Beach Hotel on South Padre Island

5.1 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Daniela

NT$1,888

NT$2,369 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A swimming pool with a sunset view, palm trees, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A spacious living room with a large sliding glass door, a ceiling fan, a wooden coffee table, and a beige sofa.

A hotel with a pool, multiple floors, and a view of the ocean.

A modern kitchen with white appliances, a central island, and large windows.

15. Peninsula Island Resort & Spa - Beach Front Property at South Padre Island

4.4 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Carolina

NT$2,839

NT$4,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the ocean, a painting of a beach scene, and a blue accent wall.

A spacious living area with a dining set, a sofa, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious living area with a large window, a yellow sculpture, and a round chandelier.

16. Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

4.3 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Harold

NT$2,732

NT$3,611 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a kitchen in the background, and a reception desk.

A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, and a door with a sign.

An outdoor patio with a grill, seating, and a pool.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a 'HOME 2' sign, and a 'Team Members' sign.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton South Padre Island

4.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

adriana

NT$3,223

NT$3,771 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a desk with a chair. There are towels and toiletries on the counter.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a blue patterned rug.

A modern reception desk with a wooden panel wall, two laptops, and a green accent wall.

18. Comfort Inn South Padre Island Central

5.3 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

William

NT$1,786

NT$2,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel pool area with a 4 FT depth marker, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a pool and a beach.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a dining area with chairs.

19. Heated Pool - Sleeps Many Beachfront Resort

4.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Nancy

NT$5,801

NT$15,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A lobby with a reception desk, a large American flag, a chandelier, ceiling fans, and a large painting of a wave.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, and a kitchenette.

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A living room with a television, bookshelf, two armchairs, a coffee table, and decorative items.

20. Super 8 by Wyndham South Padre Island

5.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Ramon

NT$1,327

NT$1,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Top Dolphin and Nature Research Center Hotel Reviews

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Si recomiendo mucho este hotel muy bonito cómodo principalmente, muy buena atención y limpieza 10/10 te cambian las toallas y las sábanas todos los días ,no me quería ir la verdad jjj"

Peninsula Island Resort & Spa - Beach Front Property at South Padre Island

10/10 Excellent

"The besttt pool ever"

Sunchase IV by South Padre Resort Rental

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place would recommend"

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

8/10 Good

"It was close to the jetty to watch the Starship launch and right on the beach. The rooftop wasn't open to use to work. That would have been very nice."

Home2 Suites by Hilton South Padre Island

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great experience for me and my family and would definitely be staying there again! The king suite was perfect for us. Location was in close proximity to everything beach,restaurants,stores…etc. YOU NAME IT! Only dislike I had was room was not thoroughly cleaned as I expected it to be we found a lot of hair in the shower floor and some around the room. Only had 1 toilet paper roll and no napkins the day we checked in. Clothes was left from previous renter in all the drawers so I just left it there didn’t want to touch any of it. But regardless of it all staff was quick to fix everything and tend to our needs on the spot! Very professional and great service from all staff. We are planning to return within a month."

Lighthouse Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent room and areas to go see SPI just the parking wasnt included so I had to pay that aside which I think it shouldn’t have been an extra fee since I did book at this place ."

Saida Towers by Padre Island Rentals

10/10 Excellent

"Bathroom sink doesn't drain well. Needs more out door lighting around property. Also very dark at night in hall ways can't see numbers pad without flashlight."

Walkable & Modern! South Padre Studio By Beach

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed staying here! We are coming back with family and booking a few rooms to all stay close. It is in walking distance to SO MUCH and the beach is a quick walk too."

Community Pool! Walkable South Padre Island Studio

10/10 Excellent

"very clean and true to listing!! pool was very clean too"

Other attractions near Dolphin and Nature Research Center

A tall white lighthouse with a blue light at the top, surrounded by a grassy hill and streetlights.

Port Isabel Lighthouse

8.8/10 (531 reviews)

Find out about the history of Port Isabel when you take a trip to Port Isabel Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A sunset over a body of water with a bridge extending into the distance.

Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier

8.8/10 (1,111 reviews)

After visiting Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier

Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier is just one of the places to see in Port Isabel, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the waterfront and beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Treasures of the Gulf Museum

8.8/10 (21 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Treasures of the Gulf Museum in Port Isabel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Port Isabel Historical Museum

8.6/10 (24 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Port Isabel Historical Museum in Port Isabel. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Beulah Lee Park

After visiting Beulah Lee Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Port Isabel. Wander the waterfront and beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Long Island Village Golf Course

8.2/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Port Isabel at Long Island Village Golf Course. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Beach Waterpark

Enjoy an outing to Beach Waterpark during your stay in South Padre Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dolphin and Nature Research Center?

Dolphin and Nature Research Center is located in a welcoming area of Port Isabel known for its beautiful island views and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 114 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Dolphin and Nature Research Center?

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Dolphin and Nature Research Center. Other good choices within 5 miles include Port Isla Inn and La Copa Inn Beach Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near Dolphin and Nature Research Center?

Expedia has 114 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Dolphin and Nature Research Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dolphin and Nature Research Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Dolphin and Nature Research Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Dolphin and Nature Research Center?

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What can I see and do near Dolphin and Nature Research Center?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Treasures of the Gulf Museum and Port Isabel Historical Museum. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Isla Blanca Park, South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, and Laguna Madre Nature Trail. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Isla Blanca Beach, South Padre Island Beach, and South Padre Bayside Beach.

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Our top choices for Dolphin and Nature Research Center hotels

1. Port Isla Inn

2. Padre South Hotel On The Beach

3. Lighthouse Inn

4. La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

5. 3br Townhome, Steps To Beach, New Remodel Spi 3 Bedroom Townhouse

6. The Palms Resort

7. Comfort Suites Beachside

8. Isla Grand Beach Resort

9. Luxury 1 Bedroom - Walk to Beach - Pool

10. Best Western Beachside Inn

11. El Delfín Lodge

12. Upper Deck Hotel and Bar - Adults Only

13. Sunchase Inn & Suites

14. Coco Beach Hotel on South Padre Island

15. Peninsula Island Resort & Spa - Beach Front Property at South Padre Island

16. Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton South Padre Island

18. Comfort Inn South Padre Island Central

19. Heated Pool - Sleeps Many Beachfront Resort

20. Super 8 by Wyndham South Padre Island

Top Dolphin and Nature Research Center Hotel Reviews

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

Peninsula Island Resort & Spa - Beach Front Property at South Padre Island

Sunchase IV by South Padre Resort Rental

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

Home2 Suites by Hilton South Padre Island

Lighthouse Inn

Saida Towers by Padre Island Rentals

Walkable & Modern! South Padre Studio By Beach

Community Pool! Walkable South Padre Island Studio

Other attractions near Dolphin and Nature Research Center

Port Isabel Lighthouse

Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier

Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier

Treasures of the Gulf Museum

Port Isabel Historical Museum

Beulah Lee Park

Long Island Village Golf Course

Beach Waterpark

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