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El Delfín Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to South Padre Island Beach

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Deluxe Double Room with Private Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony | Private kitchen | Microwave
Interior entrance
King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony | Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Located on South Padre Island, El Delfín Lodge welcomes you with a 24-hour business center and a snack bar/deli. Relax by the outdoor pool or grab a drink from the vending machine - previous guests rave about the helpful staff and perfect location.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Room options

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King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 650 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room with Private Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Double Room with Private Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
  • 450 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room - Disability Access | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Double Room - Disability Access

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

King Room - Disability Access

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Room - King Bed with Jacuzzi

Honeymoon Room - King Bed with Jacuzzi | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Honeymoon Room - King Bed with Jacuzzi

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room with Pool View

Standard Double Room with Pool View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Double Room with Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(89 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard King Room with Pool View

Standard King Room with Pool View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard King Room with Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

South Padre Island is home to El Delfín Lodge. Whaling Wall and Jesus Christ of the Fisherman Statue are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Sea Turtle Inc. Gravity Park and South Padre Jetties are also worth visiting.
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Map
5401 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX, 78597

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sea Turtle Inc - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • South Padre Island Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Clayton's Beach Bar And Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bar Louie - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blackbeards' Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬4 min drive

About this property

El Delfín Lodge

Motel near South Padre Island Beach
El Delfín Lodge provides amenities like a 24-hour business center and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and outdoor furniture
  • A computer station, a vending machine, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and printers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down comforters
  • Bathtubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Balconies, microwaves, and housekeeping

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
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • 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.
  • 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

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:

  • Cash deposit for Spring Break: USD 150 per stay for guests staying between 01 March - 30 April

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
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 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

Frequently asked questions

Does El Delfín Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at El Delfín Lodge?

As of Sep 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Delfín Lodge on Sep 7, 2025 start from $46.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is El Delfín Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Delfín Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Delfín Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at El Delfín Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Delfín Lodge located?

Situated in South Padre Island, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Padre Island Community Center and South Padre Island Beach. Sea Turtle Inc and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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El Delfín Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 749 out of 1116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1116 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dulce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing little hotel, bring your towels for the pool and beach 🏖️ super clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renaud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and quiet almost new rooms are excellent and walkable distance to bar Clayton , Reef bar, Blackbeard Restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quite places and able to walk to restaurants and stores….
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Amenities
Lived staying here. Everything was perfect♥️
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, the room was amazing. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! We loved how clean and comfortable the room was especially the beds! The only down fall was the parking which is alittle small. Other than that I would definitely go back to stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and facility was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice friendly staff n rooms very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, both inside and outside
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay… super clean and cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were really comfortable! I would definitely book here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, centrally located to locations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room and hotel the jacuzzi was fire !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was spot on
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Price and location was good. Wish they had a breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and i liked that the rooms are very modern and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, quiet and everything was clean and well maintained. Had booked another hotel and it was the worst, we were able to book last minute at El Delfin so practically saved the trip! Front staff could be friendlier but overall they got the job done.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Fredric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, parking was limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean. A/C worked great. Room was spectacular
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025