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400 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597
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Saida I
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Saida I
Saida I
2.5 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
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Arlington, TX
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“RUN!!!!!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2010
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We went with 3 other families, so we had four condos, 2 in Bldg I and 2 in Bldg 2. I will say, the view is nice and both of these buildings are quiet since they are furthest from the main pool. Since the condos are individually owned, each are unique. Two of our condos were updated, and two were stuck in the late 70s. One of the two units was unit 202 in Bldg I. The kitchen had been updated, however the undermount sink fell off at 3 a.m. one night. The bathrooms were original and DISGUSTING! The rest of the condo was not clean, including filthy furniture and stained, thread-bare linens for the beds. The second GROSS condo, was in Bldg II, unit 303. The kitchen and bathrooms were original. My boys wouldn't even use the second bath due the to filth and MOLDY shower grout. The kitchen was gross...original painted cabintry (which was long past needing new paint), tile countertops, and appliances. Two of the burners on the stove didn't even work. We attempted to use the toaster. When we plugged it into the outlet, it sparked and smoked! We rented both of these units on VRBO. There was only one review for unit 202 which was positive. However, the reviewer is from McAllen, TX which is where the owners are from. Conflict of interest??? There was not a review for unit 303. I also wrote reviews for both of these condos on VRBO, but the owners have blocked all reviews. These properties were waaayyyy overpriced (over $2100 for the week) for what we got. We're heading back to the Emerald Coast Florida next year!!!!

  • Stayed August 2010, travelled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Kansas
1 review
“Saida I, 204 South Padre”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2010

Really nice - complex has three pools & hot-tubs allows you to have privacy and enjoy many amenities. Tennis courts, shuffle bd, etc. The condo was just been remodeled, new furniture, beds, big flat screen tv, right on beach - gorgeous views from the balcony. we found it at - mypadregetaway.com

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Texas
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“The View!!! Saida Apt 202 Looovveed It!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2008
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Let me just start off by saying...

"WHAT A VIEW!!!"

I have stayed at other units in Saida I, and Saida Royal. I think by far this unit ( Saida I apt 202) has been the best. It looks newly decorated too. It has a beautiful and tranquil wall color etc. I loved it! Even if I had to sleep on the floor, the view would make up for it. It makes you feel like you are two steps away from the beach! Which you really are close to. It is such a short walk down to the pools, hot tub, tennis court and of course the sand. We stayed for a week and it was so pleasant. Also a plus, just in case you are some one who worries, they have security that walks around the complex! Excellent for many reasons, but overall because you don't have to worry about unwanted "guest" roaming around. The security is there day and night. You also have to have a permit ( which is included when you rent) in order to enter and park... because they have a gate.

I can't say enough good things!


BEAUTIFUL VIEW
CLOSE PROX. TO BEACH AND POOL
BEAUTIFUL VIEW!!


I will definetly be back and make sure to ask for this room. I booked it threw Franke Realtors and I even think they have a website. ( but we called)

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  • Liked — The view
  • Stayed December 2008, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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McKinney, TX
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“We Love The Place”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2008
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person found this review helpful

I have stayed at the Saida I for the last 8 Octobers and we love the place. We stayed all previous years in unit 305 and this year in 505. They are always clean and well maintained. We don't ask for much after arrival so I can't speak to the service I guess....but the rooms are identical as far as I can tell. I am already bargaining for our October 2009 stay. I'm not sure where the complaints are coming from on this board. I highly recommend Saida I.

Bobby
McKinney, TX

  • Liked — It Is VERY quiet
  • Disliked — Water pressure could be higher
  • Stayed October 2008, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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Dallas, TX
1 review
“Frigging terrible”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2008

Currently at the Saida I and i can't wait until the end of the week to write this review. So far day 2 of 7 and I have never stayed in a worse place.

Previous posters got it right on on the money - outdated condos but good location.

This place probably would get 2 stars from me but they are currently doing construction on the building. I CAN NOT sleep at night nor hang out in the condo durring the day - there are belt sanders, drills, workers moving ladders - you name it - all with paper thin walls.

To make matters worse - the staff gives us attitude whenever we bring it up.

also - pirate weekend = loud motorcycles all over the island and by the way the beaches are covered in 6 inches of seaweed.

Saida must translate to 'sucka' in english because i can't help but feel like i have been taken advantage of.

Do yourself a favor and stay away from this place.

Stayed April 2008
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Address: 400 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597

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