Sunny Oceanfront Condo on South Padre Island Beach

Reviews

• 1/5

  The place was filthy. Food crumbs in the microwave, on the counters, on the kitchen chairs. The kitchen chair cushions were stained. The walls in the hallway and bedrooms had black scuff marks all over them. All of the lights switches were grimy. All of the cabinet doors in the kitchen were oily. The pillows were stained and the sheets were in bad shape. Even the sink sponge was nasty and worn out. We were afraid to use any dishes. When we walked in we were just overwhelmed with the dirtiness of the place. We spent about 30 minutes trying to ckean and wipe down all the surfaces and finally gave up. We knew we would not be able to sleep there or enjoy ourselves. We reached out to the contact. When she replied she said that two managers and cleaning crews had verified that the place was clean. Well, that was not true. We left within minutes of that response and had to stay in a nearby hotel. We asked for at least a partial refund as know we had to pay for a different place. The contract said the she could not do that. She said VRBO had very stict policies about any redund and it would be up to VRBO to refund. Turn out, that is also not true. If you want a nice, relaxing, peaceful, clean place to stay, then DO NOT STAY HERE! Be forewarned, this host is not honest and will not help you!

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

  Manager's Response:

  From the owner: We are sorry that our property did not meet your expectations. However, we take cleanliness very seriously, and we conducted a thorough inspection on the day of your arrival, and it was documented that the property was in excellent condition. We did not find any food crumbs in the microwave, on the counters, or on the kitchen chairs.
  
  We have hosted hundreds of satisfied guests who have experienced the true quality of our accommodations, as reflected in our overall ratings. We encourage prospective guests to read the full range of reviews to get an accurate picture of what to expect. Our commitment remains to providing a clean, well-maintained space and responsive communication for all.

• Great stay in SPI!

  5/5

  We stayed 3 nights here and had a great time! Condo was just as pictured and perfect for our family of 4. Beach chairs/ umbrella were in the closet & towels/ linens were provided, which was great since we flew in. HVAC was a little loud in the master bedroom, but it didn’t bother us, in fact we loved it since we normally sleep with a white noise machine at home.

• Perfect Girls Trip Condo!

  5/5

  Myself and three of my best friends traveled down for a long weekend. The condo was perfect. The view, location to the beach, pool and hot tub and accommodation were exactly what we were looking for. Elena, our host made sure I had everything I needed for check-in and even let us check in an hour early. She was very responsive and helpful. The beach umbrella and chairs were like new. Highly recommend this condo, and we will be back.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

• Nice location, dated condo

  3/5

  Great location, parking included, gated property. Pool was clean and warm, hot tube was scorching hot. Walking distance to restaurants and the bay. Condominium building is older and not very clean, sticky stuff on the hall floor for the 3 nights we were there, trash and construction stuff in the stairwell. No dishwasher, but there was soap and used sponges. Random food items left in cabinets. Only 3 small old bath towels, 3 Walmart beach towels. Shower has good pressure and was hot, but the curtain doesn't keep all the water in so the floor gets wet. Beds have think foam toppers over old dated mattress, no closet in master, small armoire. Beach chairs and cart were rusted, well used, but sufficed. No glass globes on ceiling fan light, whole condo needs a refresh. Second balcony looks over parking lot. More than 4 people would be tight. Again, great location, so was fine for 3 nights.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

  Manager's Response:

  Hi Alana, we’re glad to hear the location, gated access, parking, and warm pool all made your trip more enjoyable. We followed up with the homeowner after reading your review, and they wanted to share the following:
  – We sincerely apologize for the housekeeping and maintenance issues in the building. The sticky floors in the hallway by the elevator, the construction debris in the stairwell, and the limited towel supply don't meet our standards. We've shared your comments with our cleaning and maintenance teams to address the concerns immediately.
  – We don’t advertise a dishwasher, and the photos in the listing accurately reflect the layout and features of the condo, including the furniture and balcony view. We include the square footage and sleeping arrangements so guests can book with confidence. That said, we understand some items, like the older beach gear and worn furnishings, could use an update, and we’re actively planning improvements to refresh the space. We also appreciate your notes about the furnishings, fan, armoire, and storage. This will help guide updates during our renovation planning.
  – Mattress preferences can vary, but we do use foam toppers to help enhance comfort. The shower curtain provided is standard as pictured.
  We appreciate your balanced review highlighting both positives and areas needing attention. Your feedback helps us improve the experience for future guests. We hope the convenient location made your 3-night stay enjoyable despite these shortcomings, and we'd welcome the opportunity to host you again after our planned improvements.

• Relaxing Beach Getaway

  5/5

  Our stay was absolutely perfect! The property is located right on the beach, offering breathtaking ocean views. Waking up to the sound of waves, watching the sunrise and enjoying coffee on the private balcony (or down on the beach) was pure bliss. The condo was impeccably clean and beautifully decorated. It was stocked with everything needed for cooking. It was missing dish soap and garbage bags, but we just ran to CVS and got what we needed. The host was incredibly welcoming and responsive to any questions we had. This rental truly felt like a slice of paradise. We can't wait to return and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing beach getaway.

  *This review was originally posted on Vrbo