check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. off interstate 37, this modern hotel, which features a 350-gallon aquarium in the lobby, is 12 miles from both corpus christi international airport and corpus christi beach. coffeemakers and flat-screen tvs with hd channels, plus both full and lap desks (for working on the bed) are offered in each room, as well as free wi-fi and custom-designed beds. other amenities include a gym and an indoor pool. freebies include a daily hot breakfast and weekday breakfast bags (to go), plus tea and coffee in the lobby that is served 24/7, and parking. some rooms have pull-out sofas Corpus Christi International Airport 16 min
USS Lexington (19 min) WWII aircraft carrier & naval museum with airplanes, an IMAX theater showing historic films & more. Texas Surf Museum (16 min) Gulf Coast surfing is the focus of this quirky museum showcasing Texan surf culture. The Art Museum of South Texas (18 min) The permanent collection & special exhibits showcase regional fine art, photography & crafts. Viewpoint of the Flower (17 min) Labonte Park (8 min) Selena Memorial Statue (17 min) Memorial featuring a life-size bronze statue of the murdered Tejano singer Selena near the ocean. Hazel Bazemore County Park (10 min) Hurricane Alley Waterpark (16 min) Family-friendly water park with a wave pool, lazy river, slides & thrill rides; open seasonally. Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center (16 min) Gallery with art & objects from Japan, India, Thailand & other countries, plus kids' activities. Heritage Park (15 min) Popular site with several Victorian homes, some offering tours, plus space for picnics & festivals. Texas State Aquarium (18 min) Collection of regional sea life, coral reefs, dolphin preserve, sharks, touch pools & a playground. Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History (16 min) Permanent & special exhibits examine the region's history, culture, agriculture, animals & more. West Guth Park (7 min) North Beach (18 min) Popular, white sand beach featuring a paved multiuse trail, Ferris wheel, aquarium & restaurant. Selena Museum (12 min) Intimate memorial for Selena fans showcasing the singer's awards & memorabilia; closed on weekends. |