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Our top choices for Dolphin and Nature Research Center hotels

A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a white wall with signage.

1. Port Isla Inn

Port Isla Inn
2.0 star property
1.9 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent stay… clean rooms. Great staff."
United States
Eric
The price is RM349
RM401 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Port Isla Inn
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a seating area.

2. Casa Rosa Inn

Casa Rosa Inn
2.5 star property
1.3 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
7.8 out of 10, Good, (556 reviews)
"the atmosphere felt like home great service and personal"
United States
Joe
The price is RM241
RM277 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Casa Rosa Inn
A wooden deck with a view of a marina, including docks and boats. There are chairs and a small table on the deck.

3. Channelfront - Dock - Fishing - BBQ - Deck

Channelfront - Dock - Fishing - BBQ - Deck
3.5 star property
0.5 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
The price is RM804
RM1,999 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Channelfront - Dock - Fishing - BBQ - Deck
A pool area with wooden chairs and a table, a stone waterfall feature, and palm trees in the background.

4. Channelfront - Remodeled - Pool - Boatslips

Channelfront - Remodeled - Pool - Boatslips
3.5 star property
1.1 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
The price is RM3,078
RM5,580 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Channelfront - Remodeled - Pool - Boatslips
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a built-in TV, and a bathroom with a shower and a toilet.

5. El Delfín Lodge

El Delfín Lodge
2.5 star property
6.4 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,648 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay, very clean"
United States
Cynthia
The price is RM163
RM212 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
El Delfín Lodge
A beach view from a covered area with several chairs and umbrellas.

6. Wanna Wanna Inn

Wanna Wanna Inn
2.0 star property
6.4 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location great staff great price"
United States
Clarissa
The price is RM298
RM348 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Wanna Wanna Inn
A beachside building with a covered seating area and adjacent parking lot.

7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,239 reviews)
"The location was perfect, right by the beach"
United States
Samuel
The price is RM273
RM320 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG
A pool area with a colorful mural, wooden pergola, and clear pool water.

8. Lighthouse Inn

Lighthouse Inn
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Location is great."
United States
Jose
The price is RM182
RM233 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lighthouse Inn
A beachside hotel with multiple buildings, a sandy beach, and a view of the ocean.

9. Sand Rose Beach Resort

Sand Rose Beach Resort
3.0 star property
7.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3,972 reviews)
"Clean room, staff friendly and breakfast delicious."
United States
Terry Allan
The price is RM264
RM350 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sand Rose Beach Resort
A pool area with a gazebo, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

10. La Copa Inn Beach Hotel

La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,366 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and staff was very helpful"
United States
Omar
The price is RM327
RM424 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
A swimming pool with a sunshade, surrounded by a brick patio and a building with a white facade.

11. Padre South Hotel On The Beach

Padre South Hotel On The Beach
2.0 star property
4.8 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,188 reviews)
"Everything was excellent!"
United States
Marcos Rene
The price is RM285
RM334 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Padre South Hotel On The Beach
A green house with a wooden deck, a round table, and four matching chairs.

12. Upper Deck Hotel and Bar - Adults Only

Upper Deck Hotel and Bar - Adults Only
2.0 star property
5.3 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (262 reviews)
"Loved the place. The staff were amazing. Will definitely be back."
United States
Sean
The price is RM454
RM611 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Upper Deck Hotel and Bar - Adults Only
A Courtyard hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a stone waterfall feature.

13. Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island

Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
3.0 star property
7.5 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,072 reviews)
"Place is great right in the beach, had lots of fun staying here"
United States
Josefina
The price is RM474
RM554 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott South Padre Island
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the beach.

14. Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island Beachfront

Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island Beachfront
3.5 star property
7.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,097 reviews)
"Beach access and the pool excellent"
United States
Juan
The price is RM398
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn South Padre Island Beachfront
A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and palm trees.

15. Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
4.0 star property
4.3 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,703 reviews)
"Super comfortable beds, excellent location, friendly staff, lots of choices of things to do"
United States
Regina
The price is RM328
RM434 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a small hot tub, and a covered seating area.

16. Luxury 1 Bedroom - Walk to Beach - Pool

Luxury 1 Bedroom - Walk to Beach - Pool
3.5 star property
4.5 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Clean rooms, and a good location on the southside of South Padre Island. Great communication with the owner. Quick walk to the beach and a very large pool on the property."
United States
Robert
The price is RM359
RM1,437 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Luxury 1 Bedroom - Walk to Beach - Pool
A modern restaurant with a long counter, seating area, and a coffee machine.

17. Best Western Beachside Inn

Best Western Beachside Inn
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great clean and quiet stay"
United States
Timothy
The price is RM225
RM264 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Best Western Beachside Inn
A resort with a central pool, multiple tennis courts, and a beach view.

18. Isla Grand Beach Resort

Isla Grand Beach Resort
3.5 star property
4.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,476 reviews)
"Really nice resort - will come back again."
United States
Jeanneth
The price is RM254
RM399 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Isla Grand Beach Resort
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with ocean waves in the background.

19. Comfort Suites Beachside

Comfort Suites Beachside
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,309 reviews)
"Great stay enjoyed the staff"
United States
Moesha
The price is RM239
RM279 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Comfort Suites Beachside
A wooden sign with 'PALMS' and 'South Padre Island TX.' in front of a beach view.

20. The Palms Resort

The Palms Resort
2.5 star property
5.5 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (751 reviews)
"Great Bar"
United States
Emma
The price is RM345
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Palms Resort
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Compare top hotels near Dolphin and Nature Research Center

A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a white wall with signage.

Port Isla Inn

2.0 star property
1.9 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
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A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a seating area.

Casa Rosa Inn

2.5 star property
1.3 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a built-in TV, and a bathroom with a shower and a toilet.

El Delfín Lodge

2.5 star property
6.4 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
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A beach view from a covered area with several chairs and umbrellas.

Wanna Wanna Inn

2.0 star property
6.4 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
View
A beachside building with a covered seating area and adjacent parking lot.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites South Padre Island by IHG

2.5 star property
7.3 km from Dolphin and Nature Research Center
View
8.2
Very good
1,001 reviews
7.8
Good
556 reviews
8.8
Excellent
1,648 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,239 reviews
The price is RM349
RM401 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The price is RM241
RM277 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
The price is RM163
RM212 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is RM298
RM348 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is RM273
RM320 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Top Dolphin and Nature Research Center Hotel Reviews

Sunchase Inn & Suites

Sunchase Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome service"
Arnoldo 1-night trip
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Sunchase Inn & Suites

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Port Isabel Lighthouse

8.8/10 (531 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dolphin and Nature Research Center?
Dolphin and Nature Research Center is located in a welcoming area of Port Isabel known for its beautiful island views and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 114 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Dolphin and Nature Research Center?
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Dolphin and Nature Research Center. Other good choices within 5 miles include Port Isla Inn and La Copa Inn Beach Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Dolphin and Nature Research Center?
Expedia has 114 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Dolphin and Nature Research Center.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dolphin and Nature Research Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Dolphin and Nature Research Center.
What can I see and do near Dolphin and Nature Research Center?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Treasures of the Gulf Museum and Port Isabel Historical Museum. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Isla Blanca Park, South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center and Laguna Madre Nature Trail. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Isla Blanca Beach, South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Bayside Beach.