Why a Private Island Beats a Waterpark Cabana
San Antonio summer plans usually default to SeaWorld, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Schlitterbahn, or Aquatica. They're great parks — and they're also crowded, loud, expensive once you add food and parking, and the "cabanas" you rent are really just shaded chairs a few feet from thousands of other guests.
A Son's Island day cabana is the opposite. It's yours. Your dock, your palapa, your BBQ pit, your hammock, your stretch of swimming shoreline — no neighbors elbow-to-elbow, no wristbands, no $14 burgers. You can bring your own cooler, your own food, your own drinks (no glass), and grill out while the kids paddle around.
Private Island vs. San Antonio Waterpark Cabanas
Side by side, here's how a Son's Island day cabana compares to a typical theme-park or waterpark cabana in the San Antonio area:
| Feature | Son's Island Cabana | Waterpark Cabana |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy | Fully private — your own island spot | Shared deck, crowds nearby |
| Group size included | 8 guests included, up to 15 | 4–6 guests typical |
| Private BBQ pit | Yes — charcoal grill at every cabana | No — buy food on-site |
| Bring your own food & drinks | Yes (no glass) | Usually prohibited |
| Water access | Private dock, calm lake, kayaks & SUPs available | Shared wave pools & slides |
| Starting price | $99 per cabana | $300+ per cabana + per-person park entry |
| Drive from downtown SA | ~45 minutes | 15–30 minutes |
Travel Time from the San Antonio Metro
Son's Island sits in Seguin, just off I-10 East. From most of the San Antonio metro you're at the shuttle dock at 110 Lee St, Seguin, TX 78155 in under an hour:
- Downtown San Antonio — ~45 minutes
- Alamo Heights — ~40 minutes
- Stone Oak — ~50 minutes
- Schertz / Cibolo — ~25 minutes
- New Braunfels — ~25 minutes
- Austin — ~75 minutes
Park free in our lot (2 cars per cabana), board the shuttle, and you're on the island. Read the full day-trip planning guide for what to pack and how to time your arrival.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Son's Island actually a private island?
Yes — it's a 3.5-acre tropical island on Lake Placid in Seguin, Texas, accessed by our private shuttle. Each cabana booking gives you a private spot with your own dock area, palapa, BBQ pit, and hammock.
How far is the drive from San Antonio?
About 45 minutes from downtown San Antonio via I-10 East. The address for the shuttle dock is 110 Lee St, Seguin, TX 78155.
How many people can I bring?
Each day cabana includes 8 guests. You can add up to 15 total with a per-guest add-on of $10–$25. Children 2 and under are free.
Can we bring our own food and drinks?
Yes — bring coolers, food, and drinks including alcohol. The only rule is no glass containers anywhere on the island.
Is it cheaper than a SeaWorld or Schlitterbahn cabana?
Yes. Day cabanas start at $99 and include the whole space for your group. A comparable waterpark cabana usually starts at $300+ before you add per-person park admission.
Are kayaks and paddle boards available?
Yes. An all-day kayak and paddle board wristband is $24.99 per person and includes unlimited use of our fleet.
Book Your Cabana
Reserve your spot online in under 2 minutes. Weekends and holidays sell out — book early.