City-by-the Sea
Corpus Christi
Visit City-by-the Sea
Things to do
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
RM41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
GlowRow Glowing Kayak Tour Rockport - Little Bay
RM244
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Private Scenic Tour of South Texas in a Historic Airplane
RM1,059
per traveller
Top hotels in City-by-the Sea
Hotel Lydia
445 W Cotter Avenue Port Aransas TX
The price is RM365 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
RM365
RM456 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Ocean's Edge Hotel, Port Aransas,TX
300 W Avenue G Port Aransas TX
The price is RM340 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
RM340
RM392 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,329 reviews)
"the staff was very nice very accommodating. very friendly. the first room was just cleaned and smelled of clearing products which was only but we laid down on the bed and looked at the ceiling it was covered in mold . we asked tor another room. and the staff was apologetic and h go it us s new room ..."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Plantation Suites & Conference Center
1909 State Hghway 361 Port Aransas TX
The price is RM287 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
RM287
RM334 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (1,045 reviews)
"The pool/hot tub area was absolutely beautiful. The water was a great temp in both. There was no elevator, just steps outside. The breakfast was ok, but not kept warm sometimes. There was black mold in the room's bath/whirlpool so they changed us to another room. It was ok & they were nice, but not ..."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Seaside Boutique Hotel
841 Sandcastle Dr Port Aransas TX
The price is RM536 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
RM536
RM617 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,376 reviews)
"I like that there was a dehumidifier and that the staff was nice, and how close it was to the beach. However, the kitchen was stocked with three terribly scratched up Teflon pots, no pans, and barely enough other items to make a meal with. And no dishwasher is fine, but then at least have a garbage ..."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
The Island Hotel Near Beach Port Aransas
2607 St Highway 361 Port Aransas TX
The price is RM368 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
RM368
RM424 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,009 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful , and quiet. Breakfast was good"
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
Seashell Village Resort near the beach with kitchens
502 E Avenue G Port Aransas TX
The price is RM334 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
RM334
RM526 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
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Where to stay in City-by-the Sea
Find the best City-by-the Sea areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Cinnamon Shore
While Cinnamon Shore isn't home to many top sights, Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
Photo by Lacey Al Masri
Open Photo by Lacey Al Masri
Padre Island
If you're spending some time in Padre Island, Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Port Aransas
If you're spending some time in Old Town Port Aransas, Port Aransas Birding Center and Port Aransas Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Photo by Russ Lee
Open Photo by Russ Lee
North Beach
North Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington Museum on the Bay.
Flour Bluff
Flour Bluff is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Laguna Madre and Funtrackers Family Fun Center.
