Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages

2.0 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near Port Aransas Beach

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Revitalized in 2022, Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages is a shopping district gem. Unwind in the garden or soak up the sun by the swimming pool with comfortable loungers. With a spa tub and outdoor pool, this motel offers relaxation and fun for all ages.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
The current price is CNY474
CNY627 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7

Room options

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Single Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
314 Cutoff Road, Port Aransas, TX, 78373

What's nearby

  • Roberts Point Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 43 min drive
  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Phoenix - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages

When you stay at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Port Aransas Beach and Mustang Island State Park. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and the hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 58 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1960
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchair-accessible doorway width (inches): 32
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • 1 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Cash deposit for Spring Break: USD 100.00 per stay for guests under 25 years old staying between 04 March - 27 March

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 11:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number 200102744

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 11:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages also has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages like?

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages is in the heart of Port Aransas, a short 8-minute walk from Roberts Point Park and 16 minutes' walk from Port Aransas Birding Center.

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Reviews

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool was a highlight, described as beautiful, great, decent size, and well-maintained by multiple guests. (19 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a highlight, with many guests enjoying its warmth and relaxing ambiance. (9 reviews)
  • The hot tub and pool were well maintained and enjoyed by guests. (7 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was awesome...walking distance to wverything...beach, shops & food
Antonia, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was a nice and convenient place.
Virginia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great, room very clean and comfy
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay at Shark Reef! Family friendly place with a great staff and an awesome pool.
Ann, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay here and loved the privacy
Jamie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Super affordable and close to everything !
arieanna, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The property is clean and rooms are comfortable. I would’ve liked to have a designated parking spot but other than that it was a wonderful stay.
Migina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I love it here
Ladonna, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Amenities
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

For a low cost place it was a pretty good place to stay. I would stay here again.
Kelly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room
Travis, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We had a great mini vacation with no worries and with great comfortability.
Angelica, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place was perfect for a quick get away
taylor, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place.
Johnny, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My family’s favorite part is the pool, we will definitely keep staying at this place in the trips to come!
Trystan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The power was amazing! The staff were excellent. Entire place was clean. Park, pool
Danny, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was very welcoming including the other guest that was booked with us
Sydnee, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Will stay there again

Needs more plugs
Will, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfy stay

Great for my daughters and I!
Christa, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great price
Marco, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

We had roaches and had to pay a extre fee for my family members which included a two year old. I booked theough a third for four adults and one child.so i booked one room with two queen beds and a sleeper pull out bed.
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
William, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff very good price exelent play games for the children Nice pool and spa
Carlos, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Bed was hard as a rock so uncomfortable. No curtains on window and blind was easily visible to the outside
Angelina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I love everything about this place
Paula, 2-night trip