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The Palms Resort

4.4(539)
Hotel

About

The Palms Resort is a boutique beachfront hotel on South Padre Island offering 30 rooms with ocean views and direct beach access. Its retro charm pairs with personal service, a heated outdoor pool, and free parking to create a relaxed setting for small corporate retreats or team getaways.

Cafe On The Beach, located on-site, serves chef-driven meals and a full bar steps from your event space, making it easy to combine meetings with casual dining. The hotel’s central location puts South Padre’s key attractions within walking distance, ideal for groups extending their stay with room blocks.

Best for

  • Beachfront team retreats & casual offsites
  • Client dinners with ocean views
  • Small group stays with easy beach access

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Location
Direct beach access steps from your door
The Palms Resort offers direct access to the Gulf of Mexico beach right from the hotel, making it easy for guests to enjoy the waterfront without leaving the property.
Outdoor Amenities
Heated outdoor pool
A heated pool on the premises provides a relaxing spot for guests to unwind while enjoying the beachfront setting, adding a distinct leisure option beyond the beach itself.
On-site Dining
Oceanfront cafe with chef-driven menu and full bar
The resort features Cafe On The Beach, an oceanfront dining venue offering a chef-driven menu and a full bar under the same roof, a rare combination on South Padre Island that supports a seamless event experience.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 539 reviews