Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Port Aransas Beach

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Exterior
Standard Double Room
Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom
Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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314 Cutoff Road, Port Aransas, TX, 78373
  • Place, IB Magee Beach Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Horace Caldwell Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

About the area

Port Aransas

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages puts you in the heart of Port Aransas, within just a 10-minute stroll of Ellis Memorial Library and Roberts Point Park. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Plus you'll find a picnic area. .Near this Port Aransas motel, you'll find Port Aransas Beach.

What's nearby

  • Roberts Point Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Waves - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages

Motel with free parking, near Port Aransas Beach
Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages was completed in January 2022.

This Port Aransas motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1960
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Port Aransas motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. An iron/ironing board and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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
  • Garden
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (81 centimetre wide)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1960
  • Renovated entire property - January 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit for Spring Break: USD 100.00 per stay for guests aged under 25 years old staying between 04 March and 27 March

We've listed 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 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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property Registration Number 200102744

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages on 16 Nov 2025 start from NZ$135.42, including 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 parking available at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Yep, Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

The closest beach to Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages is Port Aransas Beach (2.2 km).

Does Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages have a pool?

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 9 AM to 11:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

No, Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

No, pets are not allowed.