South Texas

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South Texas
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Japanese Tea Gardens showing a park and a pond
Photo provided by Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Bureau
Photo provided by Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Bureau

Where to stay in South Texas

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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.

Cinnamon Shore
Downtown - Riverwalk showing a river or creek, a bridge and boating

Downtown San Antonio

4.5/5(42 area reviews)

A scenic riverfront great entertainment and top sights from Alamo to Alamodome – discover Downtown San Antonio, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

Downtown San Antonio
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Padre Island

If you're spending some time in Padre Island, Whitecap Beach and Bob Hall Pier are top sights worth seeing.

Padre Island
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Palm Harbor

When in Palm Harbor, you can plan a visit to Rockport Beach Park and The Gallery of Rockport, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Palm Harbor
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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.

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 Ingram Park Mall.

Far West Side
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 RM669 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
RM669
RM990 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,417 reviews)
"Nice property but poolside music was loud and all day until I0pm at least. Sitting on balcony was not enjoyable as we were unable to enjoy ocean sound. There’s netting tie wrapped to the iron rails on the balcony so sitting in the chairs skewed the view that you pay extra for. Staff was friendly ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
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! (1,925 reviews)
"Great location, nice decor, excellent service. Manager extremely helpful in providing solution for a accidental booking issue. Very responsive, kind, and eager to assist. Delicious made to order omelettes for breakfast. Great beach access. Excellent housekeeping services, very helpful with beach ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 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 RM371 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM371
RM438 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (5,506 reviews)
Nice hotel
"Hotel was nice with a 10 minute walk to Riverwalk. We weren't expecting the parking to be outrageous at $37 per day valet parking at the hotel or $18-20 at the lots around the hotel. I figured it would have parking available for guests. There is a restaurant & bar in the hotel which was pretty good ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Riverwalk Plaza
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.
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! (282 reviews)
"Great place to relax, walk around the beach and enjoy tennis courts and bar"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Royale Beach and Tennis Club
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! (108 reviews)
"Great customer service, clean, liked the small kitchen. Very convenient."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 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! (622 reviews)
"Location is spectacular!! Only 4 stars bc the bed was TERRIBLE. Other than that it was awesome"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Lively Beach
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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