South Texas

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South Texas
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Japanese Tea Gardens featuring a garden and a pond
Photo provided by Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Bureau
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Where to stay in South Texas

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Cinnamon Shore

Though Cinnamon Shore might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club.

Cinnamon Shore
Downtown - Riverwalk which includes heritage architecture, boating and a river or creek

Downtown San Antonio

4/5(9,525 area reviews)

Explore the heart of San Antonio with top attractions like the Alamo and River Walk, or enjoy kayaking and bicycling to the World Heritage Missions. Discover historic sites, theaters, and shopping at Rivercenter, all easily accessible by public transit.

Downtown San Antonio
Brief vacation trip to north Padre Island, Corpus Christi, Texas.  We spent an afternoon at Malaquite Beach in the national seashore. This little submarine is outside our favorite kitschy souvenir store.

Padre Island

While visiting Padre Island, you might make a stop by sights like Whitecap Beach and Bob Hall Pier.

Padre Island
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Palm Harbor

Palm Harbor might not have many top sights, but Rockport Beach Park and The Gallery of Rockport are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Palm Harbor
Neat way to drive into Corpus Christi, the bridge is much more illuminated in the distance. Other odd thing is all of the oil industry lights blink at the same time and there are thousands of them. Very cool.

North Beach

4/5(605 area reviews)

Located on the El Rincon peninsula, this Corpus Christi area boasts the Texas State Aquarium, USS Lexington, and a 1.5-mile-long beach with a 10-foot-wide Beachwalk for leisurely strolls.

North Beach
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Far West Side

While visiting Far West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Aquatica San Antonio Waterpark and Hill Country Golf Club.

Far West Side
Sand Rose Beach Resort
Sand Rose Beach Resort
3 out of 5
7000 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,870 reviews)
"great"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Sand Rose Beach Resort
Riverwalk Plaza
Riverwalk Plaza
4 out of 5
100 Villita Street, Dwyer/Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX
The price is ¥12,633 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
¥12,633
¥14,933 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,447 reviews)
"Good property, friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Riverwalk Plaza
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
4 out of 5
310 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
The price is ¥26,077 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
¥26,077
¥37,567 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy a full-service spa, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,392 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Staff was great!"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Extended Stay Laredo
Extended Stay Laredo
3 out of 5
106 W Village Blvd, Laredo, TX
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Laredo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Cinemark Mall del Norte and Mall Del Norte ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (101 reviews)
"The only bad thing was the water temperature no hot water"

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

Extended Stay Laredo
Lively Beach
Lively Beach
3 out of 5
138 Zahn Rd, Corpus Christi, TX
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (611 reviews)
"This was our 2nd stay at Lively Beach. They have great amenities, fun daily activities and a wonderful location just steps away from Mustang Island."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Lively Beach
Royale Beach and Tennis Club
Royale Beach and Tennis Club
3 out of 5
400 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in South Padre Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (279 reviews)
"It was convenient and by the beach. Friendly staff. Very clean."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Royale Beach and Tennis Club
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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