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Closest to the Beach - Oceanfront Condo - Wake to the Waves

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books
On the beach, sun-loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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South Padre Island, TX
  • Place, South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sea Turtle Inc
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, South Padre Island Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Closest to the Beach - Oceanfront Condo - Wake to the Waves

This 2nd floor condo oceanfront escape overlooks the gentle sounds of the Gulf… within 50 feet of your balcony. Pets welcome!

Enjoy the morning sunrise from your King bed… or breakfast on the balcony… even from the guest queen sofa bed in this beautifully appointed condo at the Tiki Condominium. Located 4 miles from the Queen Isabella causeway, Wake to the Waves features a full kitchen, full bath, King Bed, and sofa couch that sleeps 2 w/ cable, HD TV, free wifi, free parking, community BBQ grills on the grounds, and washer and dryers in the complex.

Close to the best available on South Padre. Perfect for singles, couples, families with small children and seniors looking for an ocean front experience. Remember, we are pet friendly, and so is the South Padre Beach…which is right out your door!

Rates vary from $99 off season, to $265 per night during peak summer holidays. Minimum 3 nights. Discounts for weekly, monthly and long term rentals… and last minute rentals. State and local sales taxes are 17%. Additional payment will be required.

Enjoy all the comforts of the best South Padre has to offer only at Wake to the Waves. Guests must be 25 years or older, and on site throughout the rental. Please contact the owners through this site for more information and a quote for your next visit to the Island. We will contact you ASAP.

This property is registered with the City of SPI permit no. 2015-783350.
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from South Padre Island Beach. An outdoor pool and laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washer/dryer and balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 5-minute walk from South Padre Island Beach and 11 minutes by car from Beach Park at Isla Blanca
Closest to the Beach - Oceanfront Condo - Wake to the Waves offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This South Padre Island condo is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Closest to the Beach - Oceanfront Condo - Wake to the Waves Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 185 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and views!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location! Love the music and fireworks from the club next door. Balcony provides all day entertainment - from the amazing sunrise to sunset.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Highly recommend and will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reynaldo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and complex. Unit was well kept and appropriately equipped with all necessities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriana O.

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

Loved the property

Ideal for families ! The balcony with ocean front view made it ideal for relaxing King bed was super comfy !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn W.

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

Really like staying here!

Great location, great condo, and always look forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sunshine t.

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

Beautiful

Had a wonderful yome this condo is beautiful inside and the bed is very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Great experience

This condo is nicely equipped and very comfortable .
Stayed 61 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debb H.

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

Wonderful

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, so much that we are booking for next year
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry F.

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

Beachfront Gem.

Great place just steps from the sand. Our family had a wonderful time and were very pleased with the accommodations. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

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

This was a wonderful place to stay. I was clean and very nicely decorated. We will be back.

Very easy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pike P.

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

Wake to the Waves

Perfect beachfront condo for our small family. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mendy W.

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

Great location

This condo is in a fantastic waterfront location. It was super clean and just perfect for our family. I hope we can snag this place again on the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Excellent

Condo was furnished with everything needed to make my stay enjoyable. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 62 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol f.

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

Amazing views

It was great. Property was great, views were amazing. Will definitely go back again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karrie D.

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

Awesome

We had a great time and will stay here again next time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debi N.

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

A True Gem

What a great place to stay. It is exactly as described, very well appointed and very tastefully decorated. We had everything we needed to comfortably enjoy our stay. The location is perfect. We would have our breakfast on the deck and listen/watch the surf. Couldn't have asked for anything more. Definitely a place we will visit again and its location on the island was perfect for us. Thank you for taking the time for being so thoughtful and gracious.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Stay at condo

We totally enjoyed and our condo was beautiful. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Always excellent

This is a lovely place to stay. Staff is friendly and helpful, this condo is very nice with everything one needs. This is our fourth or fifth stay here and we will be back!
Stayed 32 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

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

Great view

We loved the view from the double balcony. This condo is so close to the beach. We loved this visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

South Padre Island

The condo is in an excellent beach front location which is located close to beach bars/restaurants. The condo itself is well furnished and decorated and has everything you need for a great beach vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Beach view

The view was amazing and i would definitely use this spot again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed P.

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

Wake to waves

Good place to vacation with pet. Right on beach. Quiet, safe,cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

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

We had a great time at this property! Close to everything and very accommodating.

Very easy process for this condo from beginning to end! Thank you Cheryl!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Fantastic.

Loved this condo! The location couldn't have been more perfect. The beach was great and the kids loved the pool! Would definitely stay here again :))
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017