Located directly off State Route 100, this motel offers on-site dining and a fishing marina. The Point Isabel Lighthouse is a 7-minute walk from the motel. A cable TV and a small refrigerator are provided in all rooms at the White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill. Select rooms have a fully equipped kitchen. A full-service marina with a bait and tackle shop is on site as well as a self-service gas station and boat slips. White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill provides free parking as well. Marchan’s Restaurant, which specializes in fresh seafood, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A full-service bar with outdoor seating is available. The property is 9 minutes’ walk from the Port Isabel Historical Museum and 10 minutes’ drive from South Padre Island. Palo Alto Battlefield is 21 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.0
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Port Isabel
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  • Evelyn
    United States of America United States of America
    Conveniently located a half hour from Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge. Very friendly host to check us in. Spotlessly clean room. Soft, cushy towels and comfortable bed, nice pillows. Bathroom looked updated. I liked the pebbly floor of...
  • Benjamin
    United States of America United States of America
    A lot nicer than i expected. It looks like the room was remodeled recently. It was beautiful, and comfortable. A better than average value for the price.
  • Guadalupe
    United States of America United States of America
    I like the boat slip since we were there for a fishing weekend. The staff is very helpful and nice.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • White Sands Bar & Grill
    • Cuisine
      American • Mexican
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Happy hour
  • Evening entertainment
  • Snorkeling
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Shallow end
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Public Bath
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note American Express can be used to guarantee a reservation. Alternative payment must be provided upon check-in.

Please note that the free shuttle service is based upon availability.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of $100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill

  • Room options at White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill is 2,150 feet from the center of Port Isabel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill has 1 restaurant:

    • White Sands Bar & Grill

  • White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Snorkeling
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Swimming pool
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Happy hour
    • Public Bath

  • The prices at White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.