Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages

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

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Exterior
Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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314 Cutoff Road, Port Aransas, TX, 78373
  • Place, Roberts Point Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Birding Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 736 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Single Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Port Aransas

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages places you within a 10-minute stroll of Ellis Memorial Library and Roberts Point Park. This 58-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Roberts Point Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Port Aransas Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 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
At Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch TVs with cable channels. Microwaves and free toiletries are also standard. Weekly housekeeping is available.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 transportation

  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1960
  • Renovated entire property - January 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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

These are all of the 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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 200102744

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages on Nov 27, 2025 start from $59.0, 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.

What's there to do close to Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

This motel is located in Port Aransas, a short 8-minute walk from Roberts Point Park and also 16 minutes on foot from Port Aransas Birding Center. You'll also find Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center and Nature Preserves less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages feature a casino on the premises?

No, Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 9 AM and 11:00 PM.

Is Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include kitchens and courtyard views.

Does Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this motel.

Does Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages.

Are there connecting rooms at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Yes, this motel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

The closest major airport to Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages is Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County), which is 23.3 mi away (43 minutes by car). Another top airport is Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP), which is around 26.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Yes, some guestrooms at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages offer a deck and may feature courtyard views.