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
Interior entrance
King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony | Terrace/patio
Property grounds
King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

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.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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
Down duvet
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double 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
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double 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
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Honeymoon Room - King Bed with Jacuzzi

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room with Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(90 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard King Room with Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

South Padre Island

At El Delfín Lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Community Center. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and balconies. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and a snack bar/deli. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free beach shuttle. .In the area of this South Padre Island motel, you'll find Beach Park at Isla Blanca.

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sea Turtle Inc - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • South Padre Island Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 8 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Clayton's Beach Bar And Grill - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bar Louie - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Blackbeards' Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

El Delfín Lodge

Motel with free parking, a short walk to South Padre Island Beach
There's a snack bar/deli on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly El Delfín Lodge. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this South Padre Island motel.

  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
El Delfín Lodge offers 47 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a hairdryer and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. This South Padre Island motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a Wi-Fi speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Bathrooms include a bath. Business-friendly amenities include desks and printers, as well as telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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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 transport

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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 centre
  • 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 centre
  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

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

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 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 on-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at El Delfín Lodge?

El Delfín Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Delfín Lodge on 13 Oct 2025 start from NZ$91.57, 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 El Delfín Lodge?

Yep, El Delfín Lodge has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to El Delfín Lodge?

Yep, El Delfín Lodge is a short 5-minute walk from South Padre Island Beach.

Does El Delfín Lodge have a pool?

El Delfín Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Delfín Lodge?

No, El Delfín Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Delfín Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at El Delfín Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

El Delfín Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 770 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1150 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Godiva

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

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

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
It’s ok. Our room had a semi-dirty bathroom, thin ugly towels, 2 queen-sized beds that contained very thin sheets, broken hair dryers, a tv and very good ac. For $150/night I really expected more, but oh well. The receptionist was very friendly and helpful. The location itself is very good, but you’re on an island, so any place is a great location if we’re being honest. The ice machine works good, and parking does go fast so be prepared to park on the side of the road. Overall ok, personally would not stay again, but you’d have to try it to see what you think.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Humberto

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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

8/10 Good

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Fort Worth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish they had better towels…
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jesus

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
our stay was good however there was no hot water ever during our stay and with kids and one of them getting sick wasn’t too pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

nathan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hotel. Nicely priced. Clean place. I came for work so didn’t have time to do all I wanted but if I get a chance to come back I will be staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean & Comfortable

Very Clean & Comfortable. 24 hour Front Desk Available. Centrally located to beaches and restaurants. Super deal during the weekdays. 3 Day stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ofelia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Very clean rooms. Comfortable beds. Quiet surroundings. We stay there often. Very reasonable prices.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rana

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Adane

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No cart, no breakfast, but room is clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price was great and also the room was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Pool right in the middle of rooms, kids screaming, music playing until 10pm. If youre looking for a quiet place, not recommended. Huge coackroaches in the room, jacuzzi tub was so small that i couldnt even stretch out my legs. Long black hair in shower that wasnt mine. Never again, sorry
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew., NEW BRAUNFELS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here during spring break and got to see the entire island and adventured out to checked out the surrounding areas pretty easily.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025