McAllen, TX

Travel Guide

Photo provided by McAllen Chamber
Photo provided by McAllen Chamber
Photo provided by McAllen Chamber
Photo provided by McAllen Chamber
Photo provided by McAllen Chamber
Just north of the Mexican border, this thriving city has adopted many colors, sounds and tastes of its southern neighbor, while maintaining plenty of Texan charm.

Known to locals as the “city of palms,” the southern plains city of McAllen is nestled between the Rio Grande River and the Mexican border. McAllen’s population may say only 130,000 on paper, but this figure swells during the day as workers from the surrounding towns converge on the city. 

Likewise, in the evening and on weekends, McAllen becomes the unofficial playground for the 1.3 million residents of the Rio Grande Valley. That’s how energetic the city is it pulls visitors in from all around for its charming nightlife, a lively medley of cuisines, fascinating local attractions and superb shopping. 

Join the throngs of visitors who cross the border from Mexico each day in order to shop at some of Texas’ most popular malls. Spend the day searching for bargains at La Plaza Mall, Palms Crossing and the North 10th Street shopping district. 

A large Hispanic community has provided McAllen with a tantalizing array of eating options. Stop at a roadside restaurant for quick and easy Tex-Mex, such as a burrito filled with fresh chili. Take a table outside a downtown restaurant to enjoy mouth-watering fresh dishes made of local ingredients. 

See McAllen’s cultural side in action as you visit the Creative Incubator, a progressive institution that curates a program of exhibitions, workshops and activities. Stop at the McAllen Convention Center to listen to the Valley Symphony Orchestra playing as part of their regular concert series. 

Venture outside the city and you’ll be met with wild birds, dramatic landscape and the gushing Rio Grande River. Follow some of the many hiking and cycling trails to help you navigate your way through the wilderness. 

An international airport serves McAllen, as do frequent interstate trains and buses. Once you’re in town, enjoy the convenience of the frequent buses that run between all the major attractions in the city.

Casa De Palmas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Casa De Palmas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.5 out of 5
101 N Main St, McAllen, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥12,897 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
¥12,897
¥14,831 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in McAllen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
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"The rooms are a bit rundown."

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Casa De Palmas, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport
Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport
3 out of 5
2721 South 10th Street, McAllen, TX
The price is ¥13,582 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
¥13,582
¥15,619 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in McAllen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Everything was great."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Radisson Hotel McAllen Airport
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham McAllen La Plaza Mall
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham McAllen La Plaza Mall
3 out of 5
1120 S 10th St, McAllen, TX
The price is ¥12,336 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
¥12,336
¥14,186 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in McAllen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,321 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham McAllen La Plaza Mall
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Luxury home with Pool, Electric Vehicle charger in McAllen near by hospitals and
Luxury home with Pool, Electric Vehicle charger in McAllen near by hospitals and
McAllen
Stay at this vacation home in McAllen. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions La Plaza Mall and McAllen Nature Center are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
Awesome place to stay
"Very clean and spacious home, all communication with Ricardo was great!"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Luxury home with Pool, Electric Vehicle charger in McAllen near by hospitals and
Studios On Fourth
Studios On Fourth
3.5 out of 5
120 S 4th St, McAllen, TX
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8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
"Perfecto todo muy buena atencion y buen servicio 100%"

Reviewed on May 21, 2025

Studios On Fourth
Just passing through
Just passing through
McAllen
Stay at this apartment in McAllen. Enjoy laundry facilities, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions La Plaza Mall and Cinemark Movies McAllen ...
2/10 (1 review)
Terrible
"I showed up to the property and they couldnt find the reservation. The owner did not leave me on the list and they couldn't get a hold of the owner his phone was off. I waited an hour in a half and nobody could get a hold of him i inboxed him and still nothing. I had to find another place to stay. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2021

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