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El Delfín Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel near South Padre Island Beach in South Padre Island

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El Delfín Lodge

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BBQ/picnic area
Front of property
Deluxe Double Room with Private Balcony | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Lobby sitting area
Interior entrance

Overview of El Delfín Lodge

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

Your area essentials

Map
5401 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX, 78597
  • Popular LocationSouth Padre Island Beach5 min walk
  • Popular LocationSouth Padre Island Birding and Nature Center15 min walk
  • Popular LocationSouth Padre Island Convention Centre2 min drive
  • AirportHarlingen, TX (HRL-Valley Intl.)56 min drive

Room options

View all photos for King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony

King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

King Kitchenette Suite with Private Balcony

  • 650 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room with Private Balcony

Deluxe Double Room with Private Balcony | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room with Private Balcony

  • 450 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Double Room - Disability Access

Double Room - Disability Access | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Double Room - Disability Access

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for King Room - Disability Access

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

King Room - Disability Access

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Room - King Bed with Jacuzzi

Honeymoon Room - King Bed with Jacuzzi | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Honeymoon Room - King Bed with Jacuzzi

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room with Pool View

Standard Double Room with Pool View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room with Pool View

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard King Room with Pool View

Standard King Room with Pool View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard King Room with Pool View

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

South Padre Island

In South Padre Island .Within a 15-minute walk of the motel, you'll find South Padre Island Beach and Sea Turtle Inc. South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center and Andy Bowie Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 5 min walk
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 15 min walk
  • South Padre Island Convention Centre - 2 min drive
  • South Padre Bayside Beach - 3 min drive
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Whataburger - 2 min drive
  • Clayton's Beach Bar And Grill - 20 min walk
  • Bar Louie - South Padre Island - 15 min walk
  • Louie's Backyard - 4 min drive
  • Tequila Sunset - 4 min drive

About this property

El Delfín Lodge

Motel near South Padre Island Beach in South Padre Island
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 center. An outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly El Delfín Lodge. Limited free parking is available 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 center (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
El Delfín Lodge offers 47 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. This South Padre Island motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Bathrooms include bathtubs. Business-friendly amenities include desks and printers, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 transportation

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Cash deposit for Spring Break: USD 150 per stay for guests staying between 01 March - 30 April

We've listed all 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a security system and window guards
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each 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

How close is El Delfín Lodge to the airport?

El Delfín Lodge is 26.4 mi (38-min drive) away from the Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl. Airport (BRO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Delfín Lodge?

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Delfín Lodge on Apr 29, 2024 start from $50.49, 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.

Does El Delfín Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Delfín Lodge.

How close is El Delfín Lodge to the beach?

This motel is a short 5-minute walk from South Padre Island Beach and 1.3 mi (3-min drive) from South Padre Bayside Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El Delfín Lodge offer free breakfast?

El Delfín Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Delfín Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at El Delfín Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at El Delfín Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does El Delfín Lodge have a pool?

El Delfín Lodge features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does El Delfín Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is El Delfín Lodge to downtown South Padre Island?

El Delfín Lodge is 1 mi away from South Padre Island.

El Delfín Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 415 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 415 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 415 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 415 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 415 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juli

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very central with lots to do. Very accommodating personal. Would book again. Coffee maker is all that’s missing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price was good and was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yesmine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roomy clean hotel, staff was pleasant & friendly. Not really in walking distance of restaurants. No elevator.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is brand new! Rooms were very clean! Staff was accommodating! We'll be back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

YOLANDA

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room
The room was very clean and had clean towels, the tub was not dirty and the bed was very comfortable, I’ll be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rukiyah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay here was amazing. The rooms were spacious, the staff were friendly, and the place was clean. Housekeeping was nice and did an amazing job (stayed for a week). When I got my room serviced, I always had fresh linens and towels. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023