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Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Port Aransas Beach

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Exterior
Standard Double Room
Reception
Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom
Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom

Family Cottage, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 736 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 336 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 336 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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About the area

Located in Port Aransas, Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages is in the city center and near the beach. Port Aransas Museum and Rialto Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fisherman's Wharf and Horace Caldwell Pier. Roberts Point Park and Aransas Pass Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. With kayaking, scuba diving, and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
314 Cutoff Road, Port Aransas, TX, 78373

What's nearby

  • Roberts Point Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Port Aransas Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria San Juan - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Waves P - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages

Motel remodeled in 2022 and located near Port Aransas Beach
Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and a hot tub at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 58 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, heating, and limited housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1960
  • Renovated entire property - January 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number 200102744

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9 AM to 11:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

As of Aug 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages on Aug 13, 2025 start from CA $95.06, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages located?

Located in the heart of Port Aransas, this motel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Ellis Memorial Library and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Port Aransas Beach. Roberts Point Park and Port Aransas Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Shark Reef Resort Motel & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 424 out of 933 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 933 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 933 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 933 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 933 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great mini vacation with no worries and with great comfortability.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a low cost place it was a pretty good place to stay. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sydnee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very welcoming including the other guest that was booked with us
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was perfect for a quick get away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trystan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family’s favorite part is the pool, we will definitely keep staying at this place in the trips to come!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Good service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything about this place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness
Older property but clean and comfortable. Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious for 4 of us. But No hot water at all for 4 days. Mold in the bathroom ceiling. Front desk worker was rude. Very thin walls could hear everything! Had free wifi but never could get connected.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff very good price exelent play games for the children Nice pool and spa
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Def will be back. The owner made our 2 year wedding anniversary one to remember! The place was clean and the hospitality was amazing! The young kid who was cleaning was very nice and he had great conversation. Love this place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place was okay, bed was extremely uncomfortable I got barely any sleep. I was also charged $35 out of my incidentals for some reason without being given an explanation. While it was affordable for the reasons above I think next time we will stay at another place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosa

To many cockroaches inside the room & no window view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

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

Great Value

Great value, such a nice palce for the price, the owner is hands on and very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Carla

Kinda dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a good place to stay while on a fishing trip. No place to charge trolling motor batteries.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ferdinand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property to stay at. The beach is a 4 minute drive, Mexican restaurant and shaved ice shop right next to the property and shopping district in walking distance with golf cart rental businesses all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a long and event filled day at work and was running late to check in. Just as I crossed over to the island the most pleasant lady called to check on me and see if there was anything I needed further. She politely requested my updated eta which was 20 minutes. The motel and cottages are very brightly painted and well cared for. The Room smelled fresh and the AC was ice cold and comfortable. The room was very clean with no issues. Well worth staying at again and perhaps one of their cottages when our family visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints, Myself and family been staying there as long as I can remember. Shark Reef is the best, and we always tell our friends about that place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Very nice hot tub and pool, and great price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kaitlyn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Other than the rooms could be cleaned better (couches and under beds) we had absolutely no complaints. Pool/spa very nice, nice play ground for kids. S
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

LONI

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. Only thing we had a issue with was the wifi connection and the tv was constantly having to buffer. Rather then that we loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Get Away!

I booked another night!! Staff very accomidating and available! Helped provide the comfort for a perfect get away.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025