We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Surf Motel

2612 Gulf Blvd., South Padre Island, TX 78597
Hotel amenities
Surf Motel
Which South Padre Island hotels are on sale?
Check-in Check-in Check-out Check-out
See hotels
Write a Review

39 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveller rating
    3
    12
    4
    9
    11
Date Rating
Houston, Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

From the moment we got there and talk to the staff, we knew what kind of place it was. The lady was very rude and first said one price and then raced the price.The only thing good about the place is the location right in front of the beach. I would never stay there again or ever recommend that place.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Minneapolis, Minnesota
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

39 dollars a night on the beach is a good price.Otherwise I agree with previous reviews,the rooms were unclean and the bugs quite disgusting(cockroaches).It seems business is geared towards locals who like to stay for the weakend.The beach bar is great so stop at Boomerang Billys for drink or two but stay at another place.

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travellers are raving about these South Padre Island hotels

Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island
4 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1733429?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites- South Padre Island
4 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d560623?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Claytons Resort
4 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d2168596?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
McAllen
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013

The only thing that makes this place have any business is that it's located next to the beach.. Other than that, HORRIBLE! Bed mattress is ridiculously old, out dated and uncomfortable. Stains on the sheets, small restrooms, dirty toilets, super small showers (my boyfriend is 6'0 and 250ibs and he couldn't even sit on the toilet and let alone couldn't... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Phoenix, Arizona
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2012

Checked in this hotel for a couple of days because of its location. That's about all that wad good about this place. Located right on the beach with a nice little bar and grill. The rooms were very out dated and not very clean. Bugs in the room, shower was disgusting and made for people under 5'5 inches tall. It... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Harlingen, Texas
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 August 2012

Loud music, filthy sheets, sand in the shower, nail sticking out of boards, fly stick trap full of dead flies above the microwave and a spider on a pillow are just some of the reasons not to stay! My 9 yr. old daughter actually cried when we arrived! We made reservations for two nights, based on the pictures from their... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 3
Austin, Texas
Contributor
19 reviews 19 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2012

We were only staying one night, so for 89 bucks on a summer Thursday, it was OK. Checked in, went to beach, came back for a shower, then out again until time to sleep, then gone by 11am. For this it is just fine. If you are staying longer, I would pick another place. It is a motel and it... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
San Antonio, Texas
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 July 2012

We stayed in the condos they rent out @ Casa De Sol.The only good thing about it was the location. The room was very dirty it hadn't been cleaned it quite a while. The furniture and everything in the room was old fashioned. There was a nice and helpful girl in the office during the day but the one at... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Austin, Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 July 2012

Stay away from this place. The only thing that they have going for them is that they are on the beach. My husband, son, and I checked in Monday July 2 knowing that the motel was old so were not expecting a fancy place, just a clean secure room. Well lt was absolutely awful to say the very least. The... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Mission, Texas
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2012

Don't stay here! It is gross! I am not a picky guest, but this motel has really gotten worse. Stayed here once before and it was okay, but this time it was unbearable. It ruined our trip and even my boys were grossed out. Dirty sheets and towels, dirty and rusty sink, bugs...and much more. The staff was friendly and... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
See 3 more reviews by judydenise for South Padre Island
wash dc
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011

If you want your money's worth, then this is the place in SPI. But if you want to spend more, then there are lots of other choices... A reviewer below summed up the Surf Motel experience well by saying, "The Surf Motel is one of the last vestages of "the way things used to be." It is the true beach... More

Was this review helpful? Yes 1
Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island
Great value on a similar hotel
South Padre Island, Texas Gulf Coast
4 of 5 stars 310 Reviews
Check Rates
Still looking for a hotel?
Highly rated hotels in South Padre Island
Trendy
Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island
Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Is... 4.0 of 5 stars 310 reviews
Romantic
Wind Water Hotel & Resort
Wind Water Hotel & Resort 2.5 of 5 stars 101 reviews
Good for business
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites- South Padre Island
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suit... 4.0 of 5 stars 144 reviews
Great value
Comfort Suites
Comfort Suites 3.5 of 5 stars 150 reviews
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1733429?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_Style_Xsell
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d126414?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_Style_Xsell
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d560623?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_Style_Xsell
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d225741?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_Style_Xsell
Travellers also viewed these South Padre Island hotels
South Beach Inn 4.0 of 5 stars 61 reviews Ramada Limited South Padre Islan... 3.0 of 5 stars 101 reviews Wanna Wanna Inn 3.0 of 5 stars 57 reviews BeachSide Inn 3.0 of 5 stars 42 reviews
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d125693?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d124531?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d268313?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d581282?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
View all 33 hotels in South Padre Island, ranked by popularity

Been to Surf Motel? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Additional Information about Surf Motel

Also Known As:
Surf Hotel
Surf Motel South Padre Island
Surf Hotel South Padre Island
Address: 2612 Gulf Blvd., South Padre Island, TX 78597
Region: United States > Texas > Texas Gulf Coast > South Padre Island
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed
Hotel Style:
Ranked #30 of 33 hotels in South Padre Island

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Surf Motel, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing