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Embrace the Tide, Extend Your Stay: Save 10% at Athena Ares for 7+ Nights!

Family-friendly condo with water park and outdoor pool

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Pool
Pool
Outdoor dining
Condo has 6 beach chairs, umbrella and beach wagon
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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South Padre Island, TX
  • Place, South Padre Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sea Turtle Inc
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Beach Park at Isla Blanca
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Gust Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Embrace the Tide, Extend Your Stay: Save 10% at Athena Ares for 7+ Nights!

Unit #101 Ground Floor 2/2, Large Pool, Spa, Grill, Pool Table

SPI Rental Permit: 2023-1916

What's better than beachfront? Our place! We are directly across the street from the beach, so you get the convenience of beachfront without the beachfront prices. You are a shorter walk to the beach from our condo than you would be in the big resorts with 'beachfront' prices.

Come relax and feel the sand between your toes in beautiful South Padre Island. This is the perfect place to get away from it all. Even better, is our location. We are directly across the street from the beach, and there is a beach access just steps from the condo. It's like being beachfront without the prices! There are no hotels around us, so the beach is not as crowded and the neighborhood is quiet.

Stream your favorite apps, ZOOM, eLearn, etc. with high-speed WIFI internet. Our condos are pet friendly and kid friendly. They are also great for a romantic getaway. Are you setting up a girls' weekend or reunion? You can rent out an entire floor or the whole building and have a private vacation!

New upgrades: Keurig coffee maker, Berlin Gardens outdoor pool furniture, 6 beach chairs, 1 Tommy Bahama beach umbrella, 6 beach towels and a beach wagon. Custom outdoor pool table and outdoor TV in the pool area.

We are thrilled that you are looking at spending some time with us at Athena Ares Condominiums. Our beach home is a pet friendly, family vacation rental. We give 10% discount to Military, Police, and Firemen. The traveler securing the reservation must be 25 years of age or older. For Spring Break / Semana Santa all rental guests must comply with a families only restriction. If the dates that you are looking for are not available in this condo, we have 5 more fantastic condos in the same great complex that might work for your dates. We would appreciate the opportunity to accommodate your stay on the island.

Condo #102 ground floor
Vrbo #1734465

Condo #201 2nd floor
Vrbo #1734482

Condo #202 2nd floor
Vrbo #1734498

Condo #301 top floor
Vrbo #1734510

Condo #302 top floor
Vrbo #1734520

**Professional housekeeping crew follow CDC guidelines on how to clean and disinfect between guests. Electrostatic cleaning can be arranged for an additional fee. **

A small welcome package is provided which includes 1 roll of paper towels, 1 trash can liner in each trash can, liquid hand soap by each sink, liquid dish soap in the kitchen and 2 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom.

*We strongly encourage that you purchase trip cancellation insurance.*

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Large dogs and small dogs welcome. $75 fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rental documents and proof of identification will be required.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

South Padre Island

Located in South Padre Island, this condo is near the beach. South Padre Island Beach and South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Beach Park at Isla Blanca and Gravity Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Sea Turtle Inc and Beach Waterpark. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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South Padre Island, TX

What's nearby

  • South Padre Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sea Turtle Inc - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • South Padre Island Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Beach Park at Isla Blanca - 6 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Blackbeards' Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wanna Wanna Beach Bar and Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tom And Jerry's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪VIVA SPI - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Embrace the Tide, Extend Your Stay: Save 10% at Athena Ares for 7+ Nights! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Embrace the Tide, Extend Your Stay: Save 10% at Athena Ares for 7+ Nights! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Embrace the Tide, Extend Your Stay: Save 10% at Athena Ares for 7+ Nights!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Embrace the Tide, Extend Your Stay: Save 10% at Athena Ares for 7+ Nights!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Embrace the Tide, Extend Your Stay: Save 10% at Athena Ares for 7+ Nights! located?

This family-friendly South Padre Island condo building is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of South Padre Island Community Center and South Padre Island Beach. Gravity Park and Sea Turtle Inc are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

This location is comfortable and just a short walk from the beach! We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Condo

Beautiful place to stay with family. Location is perfectly across the street from beach access and the pool/spa were very relaxing. Pool table and TV outside were a big plus!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and amenities.

Very close to the beach and great pool area as an option for staying close to home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karla S., Midland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the location.

We enjoy our stay. I was very impressed how clean it was and very close to the beach. The condo was well equipped and nice pool.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful dog friendly condos!

We loved this property. It was close to two beach accesses and in a great area on the island. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, comfortable stay.

Property was very comfortable. Located across street from beach access 17 (I believe). Pool was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

jef t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation with Friends

Great Experience all around. The pool/grounds were cleaned daily, any issues or questions were resolved quickly by property manager, easy access to ocean, all of the group had a good time. Stress free and easy going. Would come back to this location and stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Great Stay!

We’ve stayed at this property 6 or 7 times over the years. It feels like our home away from home. It’s right across the street from the best beach access in South Padre; it’s clean, spacious, and well-appointed. Tons of towels, comfy beds, and everything you need for a wonderful beach vacation. We always enjoy the pool, hot tub, pool table and grill area after a long beach day, and especially love that our four-legged friend is welcome in the condo. It’s in a safe area and perfect for couples and families alike. Can’t wait for our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Parking of vehicle

We had a great time. The Home was very good. The only thing that was beyond your control was the parking of our vehicle as their was a crew working on the street in front of the property. Thanks for a good week in South Padre Island.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful trip to Athena Ares!

We visit SPI every year around Memorial Day and we always stay at Athena Ares. It’s been 10 years and we just wrapped up another fantastic visit. Beach access 17 (Starlight Circle) is steps away, right across Gulf Blvd, and it leads you to the best stretch of beach on South Padre. Location. Location. Location. You can walk to several restaurants and stores; everything you need is right there. There’s lots to do for kids of all ages! When we’ve enjoyed a long day at the beach, we head back to the condos to enjoy the pool, hot tub, outdoor kitchen, outdoor TV and pool table. It’s such a great property for families or a group of families. The immaculate units have tons of fresh towels and accessories and are well appointed for your stay. Beach chairs, a wagon, beach towels? Yes. Yes. Yes. Comfy beds throughout - even the sleeper sofa is comfortable! Yep, we love it here and look forward to booking again in 2026! :)
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our go to South Padre destination

This was our second time staying at Athena Ares 101. Everything about the experience was better than the first time. The location, pool, and service can't be beat. As an example, we had a large storm come thru on our first night, causing damage all over the island, including near the pool. Martin himself and his crew were out early the next morning fixing the damage and ensuring everything was OK. We will be back to this wonderful property. (And do yourself a favor. Read the coffee table book about the history of their family and this property. Knowing the history, it's an honor to stay here)
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramona W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location. Just a few minutes walk to beach access. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was beautifully decorated had everything we needed. It was walking distance to the beach, which that was a big plus. We loved that it was pet friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SPI Family Reunion 2025

Great location, great condos, love the pool and grilling area. Beds to include the pull out beds in couch were very comfy. Great options for larger groups. ThanksThe Knights
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amado E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This property is very well maintained and clean.

Enjoyed with Family, the only issue was Internet signal which was reported and they helped us to fix it.Besides that everything was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good stay, worry free and clean

Overall, this is a great condo and stay. Everything was very clean. My family had multiple condos rented and it was a good time for everyone. Pet friendly was great help. I wish pets were allowed in the fenced pool area, but they aren't. My dog's don't like water but it would have been nice to have them off leash. There's a lot of paperwork with the rental agreement. There are a lot of extra fees that are not reflected in the nightly stay price in VRBO. This may be a VRBO transparency issue and not the owners fault. Not a fan of VRBO for this reason. If you need a place for a lot of people, pet friendly, lots of amenities, and on the beach, this is a great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite place to stay

This place is great. It’s clean. Loaded with feel at home convenience and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kirk J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice 2 bed 2 bath

Nice 2 bed 2 bath with washer and dryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful condo/Great location

This rental is exactly as described, but even more beautiful. They had everything we needed for our stay. We loved that they had a wagon and beach chairs to enjoy at the beach. After a day at the beach they had multiple places outside to rinse all the sand off. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub almost daily and usually had it to ourselves. We have stayed at many places on the island, but this is by far our favorite. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun in the sun

We enjoyed staying here. Everything was as advertised. Thank you kindly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

veronica b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect rental

This rental had everything we needed for our 10 month baby and it was super close to the beach. Loved that the pool had such a big kiddie space. Renters were very kind and accommodating! We try to come to Padre annually so we will back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time!

The condo was great very spacious and the pool area was awesome. Really close to the beach access and a short walk to wanna wanna which is a plus for us and dedicated parking is a big plus in my book.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Athena Ares Never Disappoints!

We have been vacationing at this property for over a decade. We love the location, love the property and facilities, and recently had another wonderful stay 5/27/24 through 6/1/24. The unit is well-maintained and super clean. There are tons of fresh towels, pillows, and other linens, and we got a good night's sleep each night in the comfortable beds. You cannot beat the location, just across the street from Beach Access #17 (in my opinion the best stretch of beach on South Padre Island), and the pool, hot tub and outdoor facilities are perfect for when you'd like to skip the sand. It's an easy walk to several shops and restaurants. Most of all, we love that we can bring our Golden-doodle, Archie, along for all of the fun. See you next year!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell T., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location! steps from the beach

Great location. We had the corner unit, 1st floor. The unit was clean, perfect size, just what we needed. The kitchen is a galley kitchen, but worked just fine. Nice large dining table. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place!

Exceptional place to stay. Has everything you need!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sandy

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Why they chose this property

The location is great! We can easily head back to the condo for lunch or just to grab more digging stuff. Then it's just a 1-2 minute walk back across the street and we are there, in the water! We also love walking down to the Wanna Wanna Inn for fried shrimp, cold beer, and good music. When our family comes to visit, we stay in all of the condos and spread out. We get to enjoy being close together without listening to each other snore!

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