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Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages

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

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Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Deluxe Single Room | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Single Room

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

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Deluxe Double Room | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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.
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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
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Port Aransas Beach - 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
  • ‪The Phoenix - ‬14 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 barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a garden.
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
  • Limited onsite self parking

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

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).

Property is also known as

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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.

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

This motel is located in Port Aransas, a short 16-minute walk from Port Aransas Birding Center and also 8 minutes on foot from Roberts Point Park. 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 good 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.

Are there rooms with balconies at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

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

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 439 out of 962 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 962 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 962 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 962 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 962 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ladonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love it here
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sabrina

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel f.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
HAD A PROBLEMS WITH THE TELEVISION. IT DID WORK BUT...HAD PROBLEMS WITH ON AND OFF! OVER ALL GREAT PLACE TO STAY, WILL CONTINUE TO SRAY HERE!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Chandler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were uncomfortable. Water was either boiling hot or cold on the shower, knob didn’t allow for an in between. The first night the hot water wasn’t even working. A floor mat would be nice to help keep sand off of the stone tile floor. Price listed seemed worth it then a hotel fee was tacked on and at that point the stay was not worth the price. THE WALLS ARE absolutely paper thin. Doesn’t seem like a quiet time is enforced because people would be up making noise well into the night. Just stay somehwere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The power was amazing! The staff were excellent. Entire place was clean. Park, pool
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here and loved the privacy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

Door wouldnt lock, dirty, broken bed-had to sleep feet at headboard. Will not recommend, nor stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Analisa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

It was okay

While it was going good , we were disappointed about a few things . Uncomfortable bedding and there were water roaches coming up our drain , mind you we paid well over 600 for the “deluxe” room , floors felt sandy and the cleanliness just wasn’t there . There was dirt everywhere under the bed . We didn’t bring it to their attention because they were super sweet ! But it is unfortunate that we paid so much just for the deluxe room to Feel dirty & with water bugs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

arieanna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super affordable and close to everything !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

ricky

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Estevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location of this spot was great. The owners called me in advance to my stay. I notified them that my Wife and I would be coming in late and they really helped and worked with us on making sure we got in our room after hours. It was very convenient especially after a long day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Miranda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious for 4 of us. But No hot water at all for 4 days. Mold in the bathroom ceiling. Front desk worker was rude. Very thin walls could hear everything! Had free wifi but never could get connected.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The stay was decent for the price we paid. Less than 500 for 4 night. The bed was lumpy and hurt mine and my wife’s back. We didn’t get any cleaning service until I asked for but was marked cleaned everyday. Ac quit working last night we were there and basically soaked everything in the room. But regardless of all this I’ve stayed at worse. There were clean sheets and fresh towels daily.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Was ok but not worth the cost paid

Bed was not comfortable at all and broken. The pillows were cheap as expected for a motel. The Internet was horrible. Had to turn it off to accomplish simple things on phones
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Angelica

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great mini vacation with no worries and with great comfortability.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

samantha

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

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

Port A- Summer 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

Family owned and operated its a great place

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosa

To many cockroaches inside the room & no window view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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