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17th Floor 3BR, SpaceX Views, Sapphire Resort SPI

4.9 (22 reviews)
South Padre Island

17th Floor 3BR, SpaceX Views, Sapphire Resort SPI

South Padre Island
8
Guests
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms

Sapphire Unit 1706 is on the 17th floor of the South Tower at 410a Padre Blvd — the iconic teal complex you cannot miss crossing the causeway onto South Padre Island.

Three bedrooms, two baths, up to 8 guests, with ocean and beach views from the living room and master suite. Open-concept kitchen with eat-in breakfast bar, high ceilings, all-tile floors, and an in-unit washer and dryer. The $60+ daily resort fee is built into your rate — no surprises nor hidden fees. Three-night minimum stay.

The kitchen is fully equipped with pots, pans, dishes, and utensils for real home cooking. High-speed WiFi and smart TVs are throughout the condo for work or winding down after the beach.

 

Five reasons to book:

 

Two private balconies give you two completely different experiences: the ocean-facing balcony looks straight out at the Gulf from the 17th floor, and the bayside patio comes equipped with an electric grill for family cookouts in the open air. Both are furnished, both are private, and up here the views stretch further than you expect.

 

The master suite’s bathroom is the kind that changes your morning routine for the better — a garden soaker tub, a glass shower stall, and a walk-in closet, with an ocean and beach view you can see from the bedroom itself.

 

Unit 1706 sits on the south-facing side of the South Tower with an unobstructed sightline to the SpaceX launch facility. When a launch happens, you are watching it from what is genuinely one of the most exclusive vantage points on the planet — from the 17th floor, with the Gulf of Mexico below and a rocket climbing above.

 

Sapphire’s resort amenities are the best on South Padre Island: the single longest pool on the island at about 100 yards, a massive 12-person heated jacuzzi, a game room with pinball, foosball, and pool table plus a 24-seat private theater, a full-service spa with facials, massages, and an Aveda salon, a fitness center, private beach access with an outdoor shower, available beach chais and umbrella rentals, and pre-reservable pool cabanas. Not to mention access to EV chargers plus covered parking. The fitness center is Island’s best & private

Margaritaville Resort is right next door — multiple restaurants and bars within a short walk without leaving the south end. Sapphire’s 24/7 front desk handles security and guest services around the clock, and a covered porte-cochère at the building entrance makes unloading luggage and groceries easy. Luggage carts and grocery carts are available in the building.

 

SLEEPING (Up to 8 Guests)

Three bedrooms with bedding for up to 8 guests. The master suite has a direct ocean and beach view and a private en suite bathroom. The 8-guest maximum includes infants and children.

 

PARKING

Two covered free parking spaces are included in the covered garage at no additional charge — parking is free here, unlike hotels on the island that charge for every car. EV chargers are available in the garage for Tesla and other electric vehicles for a fee.

 

NEIGHBORHOOD

Property is next door as mentioned to Margaritaville Resort & you are permitted to use their restaurants and bars, but not the pool.

 

About 350 yards away:

 

*Tropical Smoothie Cafe

*Johnny Rockets

*Kohanmi Sushi

*Russo’s Family Italian

*Calacas Mexican Tacos & more

*DIrty Al’s Seafood Dive

*Sea Ranch Fine dining

*Mahi Nics

 

SAPPHIRE HOA CHECK-IN

Sapphire requires two HOA documents before check-in: a rental and house rules agreement, and a property form listing all guest names and vehicles. We pre-collect and email both to you for electronic signature before arrival — it is straightforward and we walk you through it.

 

Wristbands are issued at the front desk at check-in and must be worn throughout your stay. No unregistered guests are ever permitted at this property; the front desk enforces this without exception and you cannot name change guests.

 

SPRING BREAK AND EASTER (SEMANA SANTA)

During mid-March and Easter week, the Sapphire HOA requires:

 

* Primary guest must be 30 years of age or older, and the group must be immediate family only — parents and their immediate children. No extended family, no friends. Under the HOA’s definition, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins do not qualify as immediate family during these periods.

 

The front desk strictly enforces this and will not allow check-in if the requirements are not met.

 

The rest of the year, the primary guest must be 25 or older and the group may include anyone, up to the 8-person maximum.

 

Please note we have multiple units and can rent you more than one. Inquire — we would love to help you out!

 

High-speed WiFi is included throughout the condo; please note that Spectrum service can be spotty at times, so come prepared with a hotspot on your phone if you have must-do work as it can go down.

 

DISCOUNTS — JUST ASK

Reduced rates for off-season stays (September 15 – December 15), veterans and active military, and current Texas tackle football coaches (our sons play for Lake Travis in Austin — Go Cavs!). Send a message and ask.

 

POLICIES

The Sapphire property requires the primary guest to be 25 or older year-round (30 or older during Spring Break and Easter — see section above). Three-night minimum stay. A signed digital rental agreement and valid photo ID are required before check-in. You must read and agree to all house rules prior to booking — we are happy to answer any questions before you arrive. Strict cancellation policy applies. No smoking, no parties, no loud music at any time. No pets. The property is security patrolled at night.

 

SELF CHECK-IN & MANAGEMENT

Professionally managed by South Padre Trips — the #1 reviewed vacation rental company on South Padre Island, with 24/7 phone support. Office at 2600 Padre Blvd, open 7 days a week. Door codes are sent by text by 3 PM on your arrival day.

 

You are required to register with ID at front desk open 24 hours a day

 

We PRO-clean between each reservation and stay — not a quick cleanup, done right every time. We have staff on 24 hours a day, a real bonus you cannot find with a mom-and-pop host. Starter toiletries and cleaning supplies are provided but not replenished. For stays of 3 nights or more, complimentary linen and towel exchange is available at the South Padre Trips office at 2600 Padre Blvd — the best property manager on South Padre Island.

 

Thank you so much for reading all of this. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions before you book.

 

City STR license on file, in good standing, and available upon request.

 

Sapphire Condos, Unit 1706 | 410a Padre Blvd | South Padre Island, TX 78597

 

Features and Amenities

Air Conditioning
Central Heating
Linens Provided
Clothes Dryer
Extra Pillows & Blankets
Hangers
Hot Water
Washing Machine
Children's Dinnerware
Coffee Maker
Pots & Pans
Dishes & Utensils

Where you'll sleep

Bedroom
1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
2 Queen Beds
Living room
1 Sofa Bed

What Our Guests Are Saying

  • Who doesn't love a 17th floor gulf side view every morning with their coffee? Room was as advertised and depicted in photos. Chad was extremely helpful with local recommendations, and responsive any time we had a question. We have been coming to the Island for 20 years and have a tendency to jump around, but we would definitely stay at that unit again. It was a wonderful family vacation to end the summer prior to the start of school.

  • Chad's condo was perfect for our family of 5 which included a 20 year old and 2 teenagers. Plenty of room . The kids having their own bathroom was a plus. The master bathroom is huge and the view from the master bedroom was perfect. We all absolutely loved the Oceanview balcony. We watched the sunrise every morning and the moonrise every evening. Location to the beach couldn't have been any better! The pool was quiet, clean and spacious considering the size of the building. Staff was very friendly and informative. If you're not bringing your own beach set up and want to rent 2 chairs and an umbrella, make sure to reserve them ahead of time as they sell out quickly in the morning. We will definitely be repeat renters of this condo again. Thanks, Chad!

  • great stay! would stay again! plenty of space, well stocked with essentials, beautiful view and fast elevators, good communication, overall an amazing stay!

  • place was fine couple broke items never addressed cant really say if we could see space x from balcony because weather was hazy but it would of probably been a stretch if it was very visible from the apartment and that was main reason for renting to see launch. Not quite what we expected but ok. Did get to check in early that was nice maybe had to high of expectations.

  • Our condo was gorgeous. We had wonderful views. It was easy access to the pools and beach. This was our second time to be in this condo. Great recommendations for restaurants and activities.

  • La propiedad sobrepasó las expectativas de lo que traíamos en mente, pero el equipo de la oficina a de Chad es lo que hizo que pudiéramos estar tranquilos en la estancia. Tuvimos un contratiempo y ellos hicieron todo lo posible le por que salieran las cosas como nosotros queríamos y nunca tuvimos de qué preocuparnos. La verdad bastante recomendable por todo lo que hicieron por nosotros, de principio a fin

  • Chad and his team were great to work with and made the visit pleasant for our family. We will book again next time we are in town!

  • We had an amazing time in South Padre and staying here agreed to that experience!!!! We enjoyed being so close to the beach!!! The oil, hot tub, movie room, and teen room also added to a fun family trip!!!! Thank you!!! We’ll definitely be back!!!

Things to know

No pets
No smoking
No parties or events
Suitable for children
Suitable for infants
Quiet hours
22:00–09:00
Additional rules
- An electronic key code is provided they day of check in by 3 pm, generally not before to the phone number on file - An e-sign rental agreement we do email to you must be completed to prior to arrival along with attaching a picture of your photo ID. This is NOT optional and required to maintain our STR Rental License with the City. - Minimum age of primary tenant is 25 years unless you contact us prior to arrival. If under 25, additional damage deposit is required You MUST inquire if not 25 The maximum amount of guests indicated is the absolute maximum. We count infants (children under 2) as guests. In other words infants count on your total amount of guests allowed, no exceptions. The primary guest must check in and accompany guests. Subletting is strictly prohibited. - One of the beds counted is an airbed we provide with pump as well as potentially a sleeper sofa coach. Please bring bedding if you plan on using Property is professionally managed locally by South Padre Island Trips at 2600 padre Blvd 78597 - our office is open 9 am to 5 pm seven days a week of you should need anything. No Smoking * No Parties * No Exceptions Loud noises are NEVER permitted including music. Complex quiet time is 10 pm to 9 am. Pool is open 8 am to 9:00 pm including outdoor hot tubs (if applicable) BBQing on property is not allowed unless otherwise noted Check in is 3 pm. Check out is 11 a.m. Our rental includes a starter pack of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, soaps and dishwasher pods - it is not unlimited nor replenished. For stays more than 2 nights you may want to bring more we do not re supply. For our 1 bedroom condos, max is 1 car. For two & 3 bedrooms, 2 cars for parking though some properties may have less please check the description carefully. Additional free parking is available at the inter Modal bus station or at the post office on the Island as well as along Gulf Blvd. A golf cart is considered a vehicle FYI Generally NO PETS unless listing description indicates otherwise - if you do not disclose you will be evicted :( The pet fee for pet friendly properties is $75 plus 17% occupancy tax PER PET. If the property IS pet friendly, pets may not be left alone to bark, allowed on furniture, & all pet droppings must be picked up & properly disposed of. Pets are never allowed in or by pool areas nor are they allowed to be off lease on property Unauthorized / non registered guests are NOT allowed. Get togethers NOT allowed nor unregistered guests in pool area. At check out, you must turn the thermostat to 78 degrees, put all dirty dishes in dishwasher and turn on, and take all trash in unit out to dumpster. Failure to do so results in an excessive cleaning fee of $150 billed to the credit card on file Please message us prior to booking if you have any questions we are here to help :) Finally, whew! Thank you so much for getting thru all this. We want your stay to be awesome and no disappointments is all. South Padre Trips Staff

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