South Padre Island

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Sunny South Padre Island

An October 2002 trip to South Padre Island by lusaka

White-sand beaches and beautiful sunsets.

  • 7 reviews

Sunny South Padre IslandBest of IgoUgo

Overview

Playing in the sand and surf. Get a great tan, relax and unwind, and find a perfect sand dollar for your souvenir.

Quick Tips:

Go in October--the weather is great, the water is still warm, the beaches are deserted, and the rates have gone down.

Best Way To Get Around:

Rent a bike, take the island trolley, or use your own two feet.

Sunchase Iv ResortBest of IgoUgo

Hotel | "Sunchase Beachfront Condo"

These are great condos right on the beach. There's a choice of one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom units. There are also two pools with Jacuzzi and tennis courts. Leave the windows open and enjoy the sound of the surf.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by lusaka on January 12, 2003

Sunchase Iv Resort
1000 PADRE BLVD South Padre Island, Texas 78597
956-761-5704

Blackbeard's Days Inn-South Padre IslandBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant | "Blackbeards"

This place has great seafood--be sure to order the stuffed jalapeños. There's something on the menu for everyone. It's usually crowed during the summer season, but can accommodate large groups without reservations.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by lusaka on January 12, 2003

Blackbeard's Days Inn-South Padre Island
3913 Padre Blvd South Padre Island, Texas 78597
(956) 761-7831

Scampi'sBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant

After a great day on the beach, you can sit and sip your drink as you watch the sun set slowly into the Laguna Madre. Seafood is the specialty, and I especially love the scampi, which has just the right amount of garlic. The menu does offer things for those who don't love seafood.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by lusaka on January 12, 2003

Scampi's
206 W Aries Drive South Padre Island, Texas 78597
(956) 761-1274

Louie's BackyardBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant

This is more than just a resturant. Sure, you can get good food and drinks, but nowhere else on the island can you dance on the outdoor deck underneath the stars and bungee-jump from the tower, if you're the daring type.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by lusaka on January 12, 2003

Louie's Backyard
2305 Laguna Drive South Padre Island, Texas 78597
(956) 761-6406

Rowan's RestaurantBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant | "Rovan's Resturant & Bakery"

If you're looking for breakfast on the way to the beach, this is the place. The biscuits and gravy will definitely stick to your ribs. They serve breakfast all day, if you're getting a late start from a late night. While you're here, stock the picnic basket with fresh pastries for the road.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by lusaka on January 12, 2003

Rowan's Restaurant
5300 Padre Blvd. South Padre Island, Texas

D'Pizza JointBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant

Here you'll find good Italian food in a small resturant: pizza, pasta, and subs. I love the meatball sandwich. Best of all, if you're wiped out from a hard day at the beach, they will deliver to your room.
  • Member Rating 3 out of 5 by lusaka on January 12, 2003

D'Pizza Joint
2413 Padre Blvd. South Padre Island, Texas 78597
(956)761-7995

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