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Port Isabel is one of the oldest cities in South Texas with a rich history going all the way back to 1519 when the area was first charted by the Spanish explorer and cartographer, Alonso Álvarez de Pineda. Boasting multiple museums, a landmark lighthouse, world-class fishing, and year-round events and festivals, Port Isabel is a fun destination offering a little something for visitors of all ages.

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Long Island Village 347 Sand Dollar
2 Bed | 2 Bath | Sleeps 4

Long Island Village 347 Sand Dollar - Port Isabel, TX

$152 avg / night
(excludes fees and taxes)
4.35 (34)
Harbor Island Beach House #1533
3 Bed | 3 Bath | Sleeps 11

Harbor Island Beach House #1533 - Port Isabel, TX

$301 avg / night
(excludes fees and taxes)
4.38 (69)
Long Island Village 712 E Clam Stars at Night
2 Bed | 2 Bath | Sleeps 6

Long Island Village 712 E Clam Stars at Night - Port Isabel, TX

$163 avg / night
(excludes fees and taxes)
4.72 (18)
Long Island Village 502 W Clam
2 Bed | 2 Bath | Sleeps 4

Long Island Village 502 W Clam - Port Isabel, TX

$195 avg / night
(excludes fees and taxes)
4.61 (33)
Harbor Island Retreat 1557
3 Bed | 3 Bath | Sleeps 10

Harbor Island Retreat 1557 - Port Isabel, TX

$241 avg / night
(excludes fees and taxes)
4.91 (22)

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Recent Port Isabel vacation rental reviews

We loved the whole house. Well supplied with what we needed. The dock was great to keep our boat tied up the whole time we were their. Electricity and water at the dock made cleanup and battery recharge a breeze. We will stay here again!
Robert C. | Sep 2025
The home is beautiful and spacious enough for people, 8 adults and 7 children. The game room was perfect for all of us and we all had a wonderful time. I love a home that is filled with laughter and there was plenty of that. There was enough hot water for everyone to take showers. The neighborhood was quiet and nice.
Karen Knight K. | Sep 2025
The view and patio were great.
Gregory B. | Sep 2025
Port Isabel Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, 8 of our Port Isabel homes allow dogs—so feel free to bring Fido along. (Just make sure to check individual home listings for any limits on the number and size of dogs they allow).

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Yes. 283 of our Port Isabel vacation rentals have internet access, so you can stay connected throughout your trip.

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Some of the most popular amenities in our Port Isabel vacation rentals include:

Our standard check-in time is 4:00 p.m., and the check-out time is 10:00 a.m. Some exceptions apply—after you book, you’ll find check-in and check-out details in the Vacasa guest app or your Trip Manager.

Absolutely. Our local Port Isabel team includes professional housekeepers who care for all our homes here. They’ll clean thoroughly and restock amenities, so everything is ready for your arrival—and all you have to do is settle in and relax.

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No worries, plans change. Read over our cancellation policy for more information. And if you currently have a Vacasa reservation for Port Isabel, log in to Trip Manager to see options available for your specific trip.

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Where is Port Isabel, TX?

Port Isabel is located along the south shore of Laguna Madre, right where the Queen Isabella Causeway begins taking travelers across the water over to South Padre Island. Just six miles to the west is the tranquil community of Laguna Vista. Part of Cameron County, Port Isabel is ringed with water and because of this, it has always been an important harbor that was frequently fought over during the American Civil War.

Things to do in Port Isabel

With a historic lighthouse rising from the center of town, Port Isabel is a community that truly embraces its history with three museums, multiple monuments, and several other worthwhile points of interest.

The towering Port Isabel Lighthouse, built in 1852, appears on the National Register of Historic Places and is open to the general public. Climb the 75 winding stairs and take in the spectacular view from the perch 50 feet above the ground. 

The surrounding grounds are also ideal for strolling or kicking back on a sunny day and several events take place here, including movie nights (with family-friendly films projected right onto the side of the lighthouse), as well as a few special market days with local vendors selling food, gifts, and handmade arts and crafts. Additional museums of note include the Port Isabel Historic Museum and the Treasures of the Gulf Museum.

Kids of all ages will thrill to a trip aboard the Black Dragon, a 75-foot-long replica pirate ship offering interactive day, sunset, and firework cruises complete with a crew of wastrels, brigands, and other scurvy dogs. Several local marinas also offer bay and deep sea fishing charters for eager anglers looking to land kingfish, shark, amberjack, and tuna.

Landlubbers will find plenty of opportunities for window shopping and delicious seafood feasts, as Port Isabel is home to some of the best seafood restaurants in the area.

Short trips from Port Isabel

Just across the Queen Isabella Causeway, South Padre Island is a prime destination for seaside fun, offering miles of white, sandy beaches for swimming, sunbathing, and wildlife viewing. Indulge in a variety of watersports including kiteboarding, standup paddle boarding, kite sailing, and scuba diving, or take the whole family to the 25-acre Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark.

Port Isabel is also conveniently close to the Mexican border with the historic city of Matamoros located just 25 miles away, directly across the border from Brownsville, TX, on the southern bank of the Rio Grande.

A popular, year-round destination for snowbirds and spring breakers alike, consider one of our Port Isabel beach house rentals or condo rentals for your next South Texas getaway.

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