| there's also an outdoor pool, in addition to coin-operated laundry facilities. kids age 12 and under stay with an adult at no extra cost. complimentary perks include continental breakfast and parking. upgraded rooms add microwaves, minifridges and pull-out sofas. along a main road, this straightforward hotel is 3 miles from corpus christi bay, and 14 miles from both the uss lexington aircraft carrier museum and the texas state aquarium. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. warmly furnished rooms offer free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, plus tea and coffeemakers
Corpus Christi International Airport 18 min
Texas State Aquarium (18 min)
Collection of regional sea life, coral reefs, dolphin preserve, sharks, touch pools & a playground. Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center (8 min)
Nature and park Whitecap Beach (18 min)
Long stretch of scenic beach with sizable surf & seasonal lifeguards, plus vehicles with permits. North Beach (18 min)
Popular, white sand beach featuring a paved multiuse trail, Ferris wheel, aquarium & restaurant. Selena Museum (15 min)
Intimate memorial for Selena fans showcasing the singer's awards & memorabilia; closed on weekends. The Art Museum of South Texas (18 min)
The permanent collection & special exhibits showcase regional fine art, photography & crafts. Mustang Island State Park (19 min)
3,954-acre park with ranger programs & miles of open beaches, plus areas for camping & birding. Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History (16 min)
Permanent & special exhibits examine the region's history, culture, agriculture, animals & more. Texas Surf Museum (16 min)
Gulf Coast surfing is the focus of this quirky museum showcasing Texan surf culture. South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center (14 min)
Expansive learning center featuring an array of flora & fauna; classes & tours are available. Hurricane Alley Waterpark (17 min)
Family-friendly water park with a wave pool, lazy river, slides & thrill rides; open seasonally. Suter Wildlife Refuge (7 min)
Wildlife refuge offering birdwatching, biking & hiking trails, a picnic area & more. Selena Memorial Statue (18 min)
Memorial featuring a life-size bronze statue of the murdered Tejano singer Selena near the ocean. USS Lexington (19 min)
WWII aircraft carrier & naval museum with airplanes, an IMAX theater showing historic films & more. Viewpoint of the Flower (18 min) | 
