| the down-to-earth rooms with exterior entrances feature free wi-fi, tvs and coffeemakers. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. free hot belgian waffle breakfast is served each morning. just off interstate 2, this straightforward hotel is adjacent to la plaza mall and 2. there's also an outdoor pool and hot tub, plus gym access and a business center. 5 miles from the mcallen convention center
McAllen International Airport 4 min
Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge (22 min)
The southern tip of the Rio Grande shelters 400 bird species & a diverse butterfly population. Quinta Mazatlan (17 min)
Spanish-revival estate amid sprawling tropical gardens featuring over 250 species of birds. Archer Park (7 min)
2-acre park with a 1918 bandstand & grassy, open space where local events are frequently held. International Museum of Art & Science (13 min)
Modern museum featuring a range of global artwork, hands-on science exhibits & educational programs. Museum of South Texas History (17 min)
This spacious, landmark museum offers history exhibits on the Rio Grande Valley & surrounding areas. Doc Neuhaus Park (6 min)
2-acre park featuring play equipment & picnic tables shaded by big mesquite trees. Airport Park (7 min) Municipal Park (11 min)
27-acre site with baseball & soccer fields, picnic facilities, a playground & an outdoor pool. Westside Park and Field (10 min)
The 37-acre green space houses a softball complex & playground, plus picnic areas & 4 BBQ pavilions. Los Encinos Park (10 min) Basilica Of Our Lady of San Juan del Valle - National Shrine (10 min)
Basilica, church, and mariachi McAllen Heritage Center (7 min)
Small museum with exhibits on McAllen history & works by local artists, plus a gift shop. Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park (21 min)
Popular birding destination with a viewing tower, bird blinds, trails & a bilingual exhibit hall. McAllen Nature Center - (McAllen Parks & Recreation) (11 min)
Popular with bird-watchers, this preserved green space has walking trails & a cactus garden. | 
