off route 181 and texas state highway 35, this straightforward 2-story hotel is less than a 9-mile drive from the uss lexington and the texas state aquarium. all rooms include en suite bathrooms with showers, and have free wifi, tvs, desks with ergonomic chairs, microwaves, minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. kids 17 and under stay free with a paying adult. theres also an outdoor pool with a sundeck, a hot tub and a sauna, plus a fitness room. complimentary continental breakfast buffet is provided Corpus Christi International Airport 20 min
North Beach (10 min) Popular, white sand beach featuring a paved multiuse trail, Ferris wheel, aquarium & restaurant. Indian Point pier (8 min) Heritage Park (11 min) Popular site with several Victorian homes, some offering tours, plus space for picnics & festivals. The Art Museum of South Texas (14 min) The permanent collection & special exhibits showcase regional fine art, photography & crafts. Sunset Lake Park (6 min) Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History (11 min) Permanent & special exhibits examine the region's history, culture, agriculture, animals & more. Hurricane Alley Waterpark (10 min) Family-friendly water park with a wave pool, lazy river, slides & thrill rides; open seasonally. Selena Memorial Statue (13 min) Memorial featuring a life-size bronze statue of the murdered Tejano singer Selena near the ocean. Texas State Aquarium (11 min) Collection of regional sea life, coral reefs, dolphin preserve, sharks, touch pools & a playground. Texas Surf Museum (11 min) Gulf Coast surfing is the focus of this quirky museum showcasing Texan surf culture. USS Lexington (11 min) WWII aircraft carrier & naval museum with airplanes, an IMAX theater showing historic films & more. Selena Museum (15 min) Intimate memorial for Selena fans showcasing the singer's awards & memorabilia; closed on weekends. Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center (11 min) Gallery with art & objects from Japan, India, Thailand & other countries, plus kids' activities. Viewpoint of the Flower (13 min) Cole Park (16 min) Bayside park with a playground, lighted fishing pier, skate park & open spaces for outdoor activity. |