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El Delfín Lodge

2.5 star property

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
Bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Property grounds
Interior entrance
Standard King Room with Pool View | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June

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

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room with Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(106 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard King Room with Pool View

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Standard King Room with Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Honeymoon Room - King Bed with Jacuzzi

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Honeymoon Room - King Bed with Jacuzzi

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room with Private Balcony

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room with Private Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 self parking, along with the convenience of a free beach shuttle. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this North End motel include Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Isla Blanca Beach.
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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 - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Laguna Madre Nature Trail - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

El Delfín Lodge

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 television in common area are also featured at the business-friendly El Delfín Lodge. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered 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)
  • 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
  • Secured, uncovered parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces 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

  • 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 10 per day (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, 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 fire extinguisher, 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 10 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Delfín Lodge on 21 Jun 2026 start from NZ$161, 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 secured uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 10 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee. 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.

El Delfín Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 934 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1400 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

Rodney

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

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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8/10 Good

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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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8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, great location, always pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 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

lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly...
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room. my favorite place to stay whenever I visit SPI
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, loved the balcony!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lilly and Jose were very professional and cared about making my stay wonderful. I really appreciated the hardwork from the cleanng ladies. I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was clean, organized, and staff very friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and accomodations reasonable given the great rate.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very cute. The staff was nice. The room was really nice and the kids loved the pool. I will definitely be choosing El Delfin for all of our future SPI stays!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really good value
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

EZEQUIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was kind and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Yes everything was pleasant, clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Shawnna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, pool area was beautiful but it's not heated. Friendly staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice the staff the hotel very nice but the watery mattres
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome staff, clean room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, new, and polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Omar D

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elliott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Brand new. Close to everything. Great staff. Will be back
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026