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Tropic Island Resort

2.5 star property
Hotel near Port Aransas Birding Center in Port Aransas

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A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by natural stone.
A resort building with a signboard listing amenities like hotel rooms, bungalows, and RV sites.
A reception area with wooden cabinets, a counter with various items, and a clock on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden dining table.
A white building with a balcony, a flag, and a sign indicating vacancy.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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315 Cut-Off Rd, Port Aransas, TX, 78373
  • Place, Roberts Point Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Birding Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a blue throw blanket, and white towels. There are two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden dining table.

Bungalow

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Cottage

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.

Deluxe Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a dresser, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Port Aransas

Heart of Port Aransas.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Port Aransas hotel, you'll find Port Aransas Birding Center and IB Magee Beach Park. Horace Caldwell Pier and Port Aransas Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Roberts Point Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Tropic Island Resort

Hotel near Port Aransas Birding Center in Port Aransas
Tropic Island Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Port Aransas hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • No smoking on site
Tropic Island Resort offers 34 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Tuesday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Wednesday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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:

  • Resort fee: USD 9.99 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking
  • Partner property pool access
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Tropic Island Resort Hotel
Tropic Island Resort Port Aransas
Tropic Island Resort Hotel Port Aransas

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tropic Island Resort to the airport?

Tropic Island Resort is 23.4 mi (41-min drive) away from the Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Tropic Island Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Tropic Island Resort.

How close is Tropic Island Resort to the beach?

This hotel is 1.5 mi (4-min drive) from Port Aransas Beach and 2.9 mi (5-min drive) from Mustang Island Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tropic Island Resort offer free breakfast?

Tropic Island Resort does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tropic Island Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Tropic Island Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Tropic Island Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Tropic Island Resort have a pool?

Tropic Island Resort features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Tropic Island Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Tropic Island Resort to downtown Port Aransas?

Tropic Island Resort is 0.5 mi away from Port Aransas.

Tropic Island Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 162 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Griselda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay here
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite place to stay in Port A
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One if the few pet friendly places to stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would definitely stay here again

Very nice quaint hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location

Great location, will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Favorite part was the pool area was so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Coby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this place. Our #1 place to come in port a
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet with a great pool and hot tub, with easy access to the beach.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time very nice place it was a well kept property very clean and the staff was very professional and courteous it's close to the beach and stores we're going back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the on site ice cream shop!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Front desk was amazing and super helpful! Beds were very comfortable and pool was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and friendly even on the busy holiday!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

alton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
EASY access to restaurants and the beach was close also they have RV spots
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Room was acceptable and staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice location, nice amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Larry and Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was overall great. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay. Will book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a super cute cabin that fit my family of 4 comfortably.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I went on a mini vacation without kids and this was a great place to stay! Very quiet and very beautiful even though it’s family oriented we couldn’t tell it was so peaceful and the rooms where very nice ☺️ wil definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Amenities
We have booked here 3 times, regular travelers to Port Aransas. The staff and resort are so above average. Love being here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023