Title: Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets Waterfront vacation home with a water park and a fitness center ## Photo gallery for Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets ![A heated pool - Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets (Corpus Christi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101380000/101376000/101375904/009fc33b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets (Corpus Christi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101380000/101376000/101375904/c50a5129.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets (Corpus Christi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101380000/101376000/101375904/57d7f59c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets (Corpus Christi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101380000/101376000/101375904/667899c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets (Corpus Christi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101380000/101376000/101375904/c3ec4401.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in Aruba Bay Resort, Mermaid Bay offers a brand new 3-bedroom townhouse with an open concept living area beautifully decorated in beach style decor. Lounge by the resort pool or take a short walk to the nearby beach and enjoy your private patio. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 121366 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Gym - Dryer - Pool - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets Aruba Bay Resort – Mermaid Bay: Family & Pet-Friendly Coastal Retreat w/ Pool Access Why Guests Love This Property Mermaid Bay is a bright and welcoming beach retreat designed with families, friends, and even your furry companions in mind. Located in Aruba Bay Resort—just a short stroll from the sand—this home blends coastal charm with modern comfort. Enjoy open living spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private patio for relaxing after a day in the sun. Whether you’re swimming, exploring, or simply unwinding by the pool, Mermaid Bay offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay on North Padre Island. Highlights Pet-friendly property (max 2 dogs) Short walk to the beach Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with beach-inspired décor Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances Access to two resort-style heated pools, splash pad, and pickleball court Private fenced patio with seating Washer/dryer, free Wi-Fi, and flat screen TVs Sleeping Arrangements Primary Bedroom (2nd Floor): King bed, private bath with walk-in shower Second Bedroom (2nd Floor): Queen bed Third Bedroom (2nd Floor): Twin over full bunk with twin trundle + twin over twin bunk Living Area (1st Floor): Queen-size sleeper sofa Clean Bed Promise: We wash every sheet, towel, and comforter after each stay at our in-house professional facility at over 140°F, exceeding CDC standards. Bathrooms: 1st Floor – Walk-in shower 2nd Floor – Tub/shower combo Kitchen & Dining The modern kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a Keurig coffee maker. Seating for twelve makes it easy to enjoy meals together or gather for games and conversation after a day at the beach. Community Amenities Guests enjoy access to: Two heated swimming pools with slides and splash pad Poolside loungers, chairs, tables, and Tiki huts Clubhouse and game room Pickleball court and canal-view deck Charcoal grills and picnic areas Boat slip rentals and fish cleaning station Guest FAQs Q. How far is the beach? A. The beach is about a 15-minute walk or a quick drive away. Q. Is this home pet-friendly? A. Yes, up to two dogs are welcome with applicable pet fees. Q. Are there pools available year-round? A. Yes, both resort pools are heated for year-round use. Q. Can I bring a boat or trailer? A. Boats and trailers are not allowed within the complex, but street-side parking is available if attached to a vehicle. Location Mermaid Bay is conveniently close to: Mustang Island State Park – 7 miles Padre Island National Seashore – 15 miles Downtown Corpus Christi – 20 miles USS Lexington – 26 miles Texas State Aquarium – 26 miles Policies & Details Two-night minimum stay required Guest signing rental agreement must be 25 or older with valid ID matching reservation name Reserved parking for two vehicles; additional guest parking available Pet fees: $100 per pet (7 days or less), $200 (8–29 days), $300 (30+ days); pet cleaning fee applies STR Permit #: 307776 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Golf - Gym - Heated pool - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Unit size: 1,366 square feet ## Similar properties ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99670000/99668500/99668489/2d0445ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 16 Palms by Avantstay Luxury Getaway, Backyard Oasis Pool & Playscape Access Port Aransas - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=99668489&PinnedHotelID=99668489&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36650000/36645900/36645873/bd490d08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront home with pool, full kitchen, & beach access Padre Island - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 59 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=36645873&PinnedHotelID=36645873&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21698700/21698615/21c5151d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet-Friendly Beachside Townhome with Private Patio & Heated Pool Padre Island - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 24 reviews CA $137 CA $695 total includes taxes & fees Dec 12 - Dec 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=21698615&PinnedHotelID=21698615&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74420000/74411900/74411849/8ad5c503.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to the Beach Port Aransas Home in Royal Sands with Pool Access Port Aransas - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 138 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=74411849&PinnedHotelID=74411849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67330000/67328600/67328515/cead1ccb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shared Pool, Small Backyard, Ping Pong Table, Pet Friendly Port Aransas - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=67328515&PinnedHotelID=67328515&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Studio (3 Bedrooms) | Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111060000/111053600/111053592/2e928019.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Port A's Flip Flops & Pop Tops by Silver Sands Vacation Rentals Port Aransas - Pool - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=111053592&PinnedHotelID=111053592&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74420000/74412800/74412706/71c5f1c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seahorse Villa | Remodeled Beach Home | Pool & Gulf-View Deck Port Aransas - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.4 Very good 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=74412706&PinnedHotelID=74412706&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77120000/77118500/77118476/07b1b689.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Condo w/3 Rooms, Heated Pool, and Close to Beach! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 1691-258861 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.60509%2C-97.21262&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wfGFY4Gd3iO4ljNUdvKM216aIao=) Corpus Christi, TX #### What's nearby - Whitecap Beach \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Padre Balli Park \- 2 min drive \- 1.2 km - North Padre Island Beach \- 4 min drive \- 3.0 km - Bob Hall Pier \- 6 min drive \- 4.2 km - Packery Channel \- 6 min drive \- 5.3 km #### Getting around - Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive - ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive - ‪Sonic - ‬5 min drive - ‪La Palma - ‬18 min walk - ‪Padre Island Burger Company - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets? ### Is Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets? ### What time is check-out at Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets? ### Where is Aruba Bay: Fun for Families, Beach Lovers & Pets located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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