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 particularly 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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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
2 double beds
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
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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  • M
    Martin
    Canada Canada
    Location is close enough to the center of Port Isabel to be able to walk there when you want to go to a restaurant or a bar. Staff was extremely friendly and helped us when we arrived late. Room was good for 2 and the free Wi-Fi + table allowed...
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    Jose
    United States United States
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  • Evelyn
    United States United States
    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...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • White Sands Bar & Grill
    • Cuisine
      American • Mexican
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly

Facilities of White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • 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 be applicable.
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Happy hour
  • Evening entertainment
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible 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
  • Minimarket on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • 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
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • 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 15:00 to 22:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 06:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 100 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 80. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

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
Need-to-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 identification 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 US$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 via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill

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

  • Check-in at White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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

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

    • Double
    • Suite

  • White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill is 700 yards from the centre of Port Isabel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • Snorkelling
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Swimming Pool
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Happy hour
    • Public Bath

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

    • White Sands Bar & Grill

  • The prices at White Sands Inn, Marina, Bar & Grill may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.