| kids stay at no extra charge in a parent's room. accessed by exterior corridors, the unpretentious rooms offer free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, plus coffeemakers, minifridges and microwaves. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. set off i-37 along an avenue lined with shops and businesses, this low-key hotel is a mile from the selena museum, 6 miles from the uss lexington naval museum and 5 miles corpus christi international airport. amenities include a mexican restaurant and an outdoor pool, as well as a courtyard, bbq grills and guest laundry facilities. parking is complimentary
Corpus Christi International Airport 9 min
Bayfront Park (8 min) Selena Memorial Statue (9 min)
Memorial featuring a life-size bronze statue of the murdered Tejano singer Selena near the ocean. Cole Park (12 min)
Bayside park with a playground, lighted fishing pier, skate park & open spaces for outdoor activity. Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center (8 min)
Gallery with art & objects from Japan, India, Thailand & other countries, plus kids' activities. The Art Museum of South Texas (10 min)
The permanent collection & special exhibits showcase regional fine art, photography & crafts. Texas State Aquarium (10 min)
Collection of regional sea life, coral reefs, dolphin preserve, sharks, touch pools & a playground. Heritage Park (7 min)
Popular site with several Victorian homes, some offering tours, plus space for picnics & festivals. USS Lexington (10 min)
WWII aircraft carrier & naval museum with airplanes, an IMAX theater showing historic films & more. North Beach (10 min)
Popular, white sand beach featuring a paved multiuse trail, Ferris wheel, aquarium & restaurant. Viewpoint of the Flower (9 min) Selena Museum (2 min)
Intimate memorial for Selena fans showcasing the singer's awards & memorabilia; closed on weekends. Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History (8 min)
Permanent & special exhibits examine the region's history, culture, agriculture, animals & more. Texas Surf Museum (8 min)
Gulf Coast surfing is the focus of this quirky museum showcasing Texan surf culture. Hurricane Alley Waterpark (7 min)
Family-friendly water park with a wave pool, lazy river, slides & thrill rides; open seasonally. South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center (18 min)
Expansive learning center featuring an array of flora & fauna; classes & tours are available. | 
