Spacious 2BR Historic Retreat - Poolside Unit in Port Isabel near South Padre

Port Isabel, Texas
$248 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Apartment

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

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 bed in the guest 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

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 750 Sq Ft (70 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden
  • POOL/SPA

    Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

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

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Marina Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Water Park Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near The Bay
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Designated Smoking Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Note From Host: Smoking Is Allowed On Property But Not Inside

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Pamela B.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    I love Alta Vista. It's so well done. The decor is reminiscent of old Mexico but has all the modern conveniences. The rooms are very comfortable and well appointed. It's quiet and cozy yet very close to all the attractions.

  • Bryan W.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2023

    Stayed Jul 1, 2023

    Historic stucco hotel has so much charm, the atrium is briming with plants and the covered pool make it a perfect oasis after a sunny day at the beach.

  • Aldo S.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2022

    Stayed May 27, 2022

    Couldn't have spent a better weekend in any other property. Clean, beautiful, quiet, and safe...

  • John C.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2021

    Stayed Jun 26, 2021

    Nice little secluded place to stay, small courtyard with pool, very cozy.

  • Larry A.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2020

    Stayed Jul 4, 2020

    Coming back next year

  • Rebecca M.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2017

    Stayed Jul 28, 2017

    Perfect!!

  • Sarah L.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2017

    Stayed Jul 20, 2017

    This is our second time to stay at this beautiful Vista! We love it and can't wait to come back. The rooms are clean and comfy with lots of space for everyone! My family of 4 absolutely loved it. My favorite part is the location and the pool. You can go across the causeway and spend the day at the beautiful beaches, then come home to a quiet and private getaway! Away from the hustle, bustle and party scene on the island.

  • Tammy v.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2017

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We had a wonderful experience at the Alta Vista Apartments. The decor was beautiful and the area was quiet and peaceful. The beds were comfortable and felt like a home away from home. My kids had a wonderful time in the pool after being at the beach and I'm already planning for our next stay. Would love to bring family and book the whole place up. We will be returning. It was a lovely place. Highly recommend.

  • Randall K.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2017

    Stayed Jun 30, 2017

    Perfect, Perfect, Perfect! Lovely property, accommodations, and hosts. Hope to stay with you all again. :)

  • Gina M.

    Submitted Mar 18, 2017

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The property was clean and well maintained. Easy to find and quiet. Decor was very nice and a lot of fun. The owner was great to work with also. I would recommend this property to friends.

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$248+
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