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Lighthouse Inn

2.5 star property
Bayside motel with beach bars and a 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
King Room with Bay View | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Interior entrance
Business center

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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1701 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX, 78597
  • Place, South Padre Island Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gravity Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard King Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Queen Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(80 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Double King Family Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double King Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Luxury King Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury King Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double King Family Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Double King Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

South Padre Island

Located within a 5-minute walk of South Padre Island Beach, Lighthouse Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Gravity Park. This motel has 54 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like 20 beach bars, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gravity Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Queen Isabella State Fishing Pier - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • South Padre Island Community Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Longboard - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Daddy's Cajun Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Backyard - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tequila Sunset - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Lighthouse Inn

Bayside motel with beach bars and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Lighthouse Inn enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free beach shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a business center, a terrace, and a vending machine.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, free long-distance calls, and free local calls are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool.

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 and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 20 beach bars

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 900 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • 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 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Spring Break deposit: USD 150 per stay (for stays between 01 March - 30 April)

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 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • 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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Lighthouse Inn Motel
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Lighthouse Inn Motel South Padre Island

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Lighthouse Inn?

Lighthouse Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Lighthouse Inn?

Guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in South Padre Island based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of South Padre Island Beach and Gravity Park. You'll also find Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Isla Blanca Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Lighthouse Inn?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Lighthouse Inn have a casino at the property?

No, Lighthouse Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lighthouse Inn?

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

Is Lighthouse Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as 20 beach bars and an outdoor pool.

Does Lighthouse Inn have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Lighthouse Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Lighthouse Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Lighthouse Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lighthouse Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Lighthouse Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Lighthouse Inn?

The closest major airport to Lighthouse Inn is Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO), which is 24.4 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Lighthouse Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at Lighthouse Inn offer a deck and may feature bay views.

Lighthouse Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 599 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1003 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mae

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

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

6/10 Okay

Debra

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not worth the $

The door was dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

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

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

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

Enjoyed my stay

Nice clean room and friendly front staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff that was able to accommodate us by getting us a first floor for my wife that suffers from neuropathy. Only sad thing, I’ve machine wasn’t working, only one on the property. Hope it gets fixed next time we come back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianey

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central and clean, very nice and friendly employees, they guide you if necessary the room is very equipped, it is definitely a good option to come to the island.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly! Woulc come again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room budget friendly easy check in and out friendly staff overall great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

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

10/10 Excellent

David, Surprise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kim was amazing! The property was centrally located and convenient. It was affordable. Great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Moses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really quiet and clean. Just dont come back to room late a night parking lot got filled up but staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

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

10/10 Excellent

Margot

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

10/10 Excellent

Mirozlava, Pharr

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was clean and parking easy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

christina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds are comfy and place is super clean!! Staff was amazing and the a/c worked beyond cool lol. Loved it! Would stay here again for sure! Also they have free women's and men's deodorant at the front desk in a basket!! Lighthouse was my savior!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i loved the customer service. super sweet super helpful and knowledgeable. definitely recommend staying here!! will for sure book again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall not a bad place. The place was clean and staff was friendly. The size of the pool in the pictures was a little misleading. Great location - was able to walk to restaurants and the beach (about two blocks away).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

r c

Business traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tracee

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Easy walk to everything

The staff was friendly and super helpful. My room was very quiet and safe and on Fri night had an amazing view of the fireworks over the bay. Easy walk to pretty much anything. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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