Showed up with confirmed reservations from the Texas Panhandle and when we arrived the clerk greeted and charged us for the remaining balance on our 3 bedroom condo. It was only when the clerk was showing us where the condo was located that he realized that the room we had reserved was burnt in a fire a few days ago... more

This is our second year to stay at Island Retreat for a week long extended family vacation. This year we booked unit #104 through Best Coast Rentals. Everything was awesome as usual and we all had a great time. Even the strong winds for the first few days didn't keep us out of the ocean or off the beach !!... more

For the past three years I've taken my inlaws to Island Retreat. We get the same unit every year #46. This one in right in the middle of the complex second floor with a pool view and ocean view. Great for the 90 year old inlaws to sit out on the balcony and watch us all at the pool or... more

Friends booked one of the 3 bedroom condos for 8 of us. The price was great at $210 a night (off season). The condo was # 107, which was second closest to the Beach and walkway to the beach. The view was awesome! Again price was the key and fun was had by all. The size the place was HUGE!... more

The perfect place for that family get together or getaway. Worked perfect for us with more than enough room for sleeping, eating, relaxing and enjoying the sights and sounds of Port Aransas. The staff were friendly and helpful and the facilities were well maintained. The boardwalks to the beach were close and easy and kept up and the pools were... more

We made our reservation with AE and when we arrived, they no longer accepted American Express. New management company and the worst front desk I have ever experienced. Huge ants crawling on the lamp shade in my daughters condo and terribly uncomfortable beds and furniture. These would be great for fishermen, but definitely not 4 star like they advertise. They... more

We have been staying at Island Retreat for years on our Port Aransas vacation and have found it outstanding in every way. The condos are always clean. Be sure to ask for a condo in Island Retreat II because those all have a balcony that face directly to the beach. All condos have cable TV and if you want wireless... more

We have stayed at the Island Retreat for the past three years. The first two stays were satisfactory. This year was very disappointing. We asked for a particular two bedroom/two bath condo and the reservationist pointed out on the Island Retreat map which one it was. I gave them my MC# and received a guarantee. When we arrived we had... more

My husband and I stayed here in June 2006. My husband liked it so much he wanted to buy a condo here. They are older units but are in good repair. We had a first floor condo, could see a little of the beach thru the sand dunes, and could definitely hear the waves. This unit was pet friendly with... more