Cozy 1BR Getaway/ Poolside Hideout in Historic Port Isabel

Port Isabel, Texas
$178 avg/night
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

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Sleep 4

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Welcome to Alta Vista – A Restored 1931 Spanish Colonial Retreat in Historic Port Isabel

Step back in time at Alta Vista, a beautifully restored 1931 Spanish Colonial-style property located just minutes from South Padre Island. With its arched entryways, stucco walls, original oak floors, and vibrant Talavera tile accents from Central Mexico, this historic gem offers a one-of-a-kind vacation experience filled with warmth, character, and comfort.

Originally built with timber, masonry, and handcrafted stucco, Alta Vista reflects the architecture of Old Mexico. Our family purchased the property in 2003 and began a full, authentic restoration—preserving the historic details while updating the space with modern amenities.

This ground floor apartment features:

A queen bed in the main bedroom

A queen sleeper sofa in the living room

A fully equipped kitchen

Freshly laundered bedding and essentials

Enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi, spectrum TV, central A/C, and on-demand hot water for your convenience.

Step outside into our lush tropical courtyard complete with:

A sparkling swimming pool

Lounge chairs and shaded umbrellas

An outdoor kitchen with a churrascaria-style wood-burning BBQ, gas grill, and bar

A breezeway with rocking chairs perfect for your morning coffee or evening wind-down

Our on-site laundry room with two washers and two dryers makes extended stays a breeze.

We’re located just a few blocks from Port Isabel’s Lighthouse Square, local shops, and waterfront dining—and only minutes from the South Padre Island bridge. As lifelong locals, we’re happy to share tips on restaurants, fishing spots, cultural sites, and things to do throughout Port Isabel, SPI, and the Rio Grande Valley.

Come stay at Alta Vista—where history meets hospitality on the Texas coast.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Local Artist Showcase Locally-owned & Organized Tours & Activities Unit Size: 700 Sq Ft (65 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • POOL/SPA

    Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Pickleball Court Power Boating Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Park Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Zoo
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Designated Smoking Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: You May Smoke On Patio Or Courtyard Area Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only Wheelchair-accessible Pool

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Greg G.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed Jun 4, 2025

    This is a cool place. Super clean and super comfortable.The pool is great. I like historical properties and the team has done an incredible job of maintaining those features while still providing all of the modern conveniences and expectations. If you like old places with new life, this is it.

  • Zeke Z.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    This is a wonderful restored hacinda type property. Beautifuly decorated and very well equiped for daily living.

  • Marsha M.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2024

    Stayed Jul 15, 2024

    We come to Port Isabel nearly every year for our anniversary. We’ve stayed in many different places….motels, condos, etc, but we are more impressed with Alta Vista than with any of them! It’s quiet, cozy, comfortable and beautiful! We will definitely be coming back!!

  • Priscyla R.

    Submitted May 29, 2023

    Stayed May 27, 2023

    Beautiful and peaceful. Room was just the right size. Pool area and grilling area was clean and ready to use. Will definitely book again and bring the whole family.

  • Felicia M.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2021

    Stayed Jun 4, 2021

    Beautiful place in a nice quiet location. Courtney and Ike were very thoughtful and helpful hosts! They gave us great recommendations and did everything possible to make us feel welcomed. Really great experience overall.

  • Submitted Feb 16, 2020

    Stayed Jan 1, 2020

    We stayed for the month of January. We loved our time at Alta Vista. This place is beautiful. It's actually nicer than the pictures. It was relaxing and enchanting. I can't wait to return.

  • Juan M.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2019

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We enjoyed our time here. Nice and quiet but walking distance to good places to eat.

  • Robin B.

    Submitted May 7, 2019

    Stayed May 2, 2019

    Thank you Ike and Courtney for your wonderful hospitality. Alta Vista is our Only place we will stay in the future.

  • Mario E.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2019

    Stayed Apr 19, 2019

    We were very pleased with our stay!! It was more than everyone expected but me since I booked it lol from the pictures I knew this was the place for us . It’s a personal space atmosphere which I enjoyed very much . It’s as if you were home away from home. I was very pleased with all the small amenities especially the hand made soap and blow dryer which I forgot of course. My mother in law loved it also . she loved the decor and my husband loved the pool area with the different cooking areas which sadly because of our horrible agenda we were unable to use . We are excited to go again and use it this time around ! We will definitely be staying here on our next visit!! Super friendly owners , very attentive to every need from our booking to our departure!! Thank you for making our mini vacation a pleasant one!!!!

  • linda M.

    Submitted Feb 1, 2019

    Stayed Jan 21, 2019

    Well maintained property within walking distance to many restaurants. Enjoyed our time there.

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$178+
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