Title: Whale Hello There TABG113: Spacious Coastal Retreat Steps from the Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Whale Hello There TABG113: Spacious Coastal Retreat Steps from the Beach Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a fitness center ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101400800/101400701/25eb0a22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101400800/101400701/5342ab1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101400800/101400701/52c78824.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101400800/101400701/84a9ad0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101400800/101400701/c6d92df8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to Aruba Bay Resort, where beach decor and modern comforts blend seamlessly. Unwind in the open concept living/dining/kitchen area or relax on the outdoor patio with artificial turf. The fully-equipped kitchen is perfect for whipping up a fantastic meal, while the private WIFI network keeps you connected. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8792 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. ### Whale Hello There TABG113: Spacious Coastal Retreat Steps from the Beach Aruba Bay Resort - Whale Hello There TABG113: Spacious Coastal Retreat Steps from the Beach Why Guests Love This Property Whale Hello There is a bright, modern townhouse perfect for families, friends, or couples seeking a beachside escape. Enjoy the spacious open-concept living area, a well-equipped kitchen, and a private fenced patio just steps from the sand. With resort amenities nearby and plenty of space to relax, this property blends coastal charm with comfort and convenience. Highlights Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area Private fenced patio with seating and actively monitored camera Washer and dryer on site Two resort-style heated pools with slides nearby Pet-friendly with space for up to two dogs Close to beach, Mustang Island State Park, and Padre Island National Seashore Sleeping Arrangements Master bedroom: Queen size bed with 65” flat screen TV, private access to patio Second bedroom: Full over full bunk bed Living area: Queen size sleeper sofa Bathrooms: One full bathroom with walk-in shower, one half bath on main floor 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. Kitchen & Dining Fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances and granite countertops Seating for nine 12-cup coffee maker Community Amenities Heated resort-style pool with two slides Heated pool and splash pad across the street Poolside loungers, Tiki huts, and picnic tables Clubhouse and game room Pickleball court and two-level deck overlooking the canal Charcoal grills, boat slip rentals, fish cleaning station Guest FAQs Q: How close is the beach? A: Just a 15-minute walk, perfect for quick trips to soak up the sun. Q: Is there space to relax outdoors? A: Yes! The private fenced patio is perfect for morning coffee, evening drinks, or just unwinding. Q: How many bathrooms are there? A: There are 1.5 bathrooms—one full bathroom with walk-in shower and one half bath on the main floor. Q: Are there entertainment options for families? A: Absolutely! Enjoy flat-screen TVs, open living spaces, and resort amenities including pools, a game room, and a pickleball court. Location 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 Guests must be 25+ with valid ID matching reservation Pet-friendly: Maximum of two dogs Pet Fees: $100 per pet (7 days or less), $200 (8–29 days), $300 (30+ days) Pet Cleaning Fees: $50 (7 days or less), $75 (8–29 days), $100 (30+ days) STR Permit #: 307736 ## 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 - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - 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 an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - 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 - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 792 square feet ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101400700/101400675/10ac7bf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More Padre Island - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 13 reviews CA $134 CA $519 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=101400675&PinnedHotelID=101400675&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101380000/101375900/101375886/5d3d0539.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea La Vie TABG110: Coastal Luxury Retreat w/ Private Patio & Resort Pools Padre Island - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 15 reviews CA $134 CA $642 total includes taxes & fees Nov 18 - Nov 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=101375886&PinnedHotelID=101375886&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60240000/60235600/60235597/e45e89db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fun Beach Get Away 2 Beds & 2 Baths Sleeps Six Padre Island - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 80 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=60235597&PinnedHotelID=60235597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34080000/34079000/34078989/8778c35f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spectacular & Affordable Upscale 3 Bed TH, sleeps 8, Resort H/Pool, Specials Padre Island - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 289 reviews CA $246 CA $545 total includes taxes & fees Nov 19 - Nov 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=34078989&PinnedHotelID=34078989&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74650000/74642500/74642416/425d8482.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Island Cove Minutes from the Sand & Sea Padre Island - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 35 reviews CA $177 CA $456 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=74642416&PinnedHotelID=74642416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/92000000/91990500/91990449/cb759b56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachside First-Floor Condo, Just Steps from the Sand & Pool Padre Island - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 34 reviews CA $125 CA $570 total includes taxes & fees Nov 19 - Nov 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=91990449&PinnedHotelID=91990449&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101410000/101401000/101400991/27c653ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coleman Cay TABG114: Bright Coastal Escape with Private Patio Padre Island - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews CA $133 CA $639 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=101400991&PinnedHotelID=101400991&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100420000/100416200/100416175/c3ab08d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Water-view condo with heated pool, hot tub, gym, & private balcony - near beach Padre Island - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=100416175&PinnedHotelID=100416175&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33500400/33500339/d3194b09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### "Sand Angel" is Poolside and Across the Street From the Beach! Padre Island - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.4 Exceptional 136 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=33500339&PinnedHotelID=33500339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52990000/52987200/52987115/952a7ba1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lively Beach Corpus Christi - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 702 reviews CA $195 CA $331 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=52987115&PinnedHotelID=52987115&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 1691-258834 ## 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%7C27.60523%2C-97.21240&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=y_sfOHmyz69eGhKq-tB-qUcp4P8=) Corpus Christi, TX #### What's nearby - Whitecap Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 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 - JP Luby Surf Park - 7 min drive - 6.4 km #### Getting around - Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive - ‪Sonic - ‬6 min drive - ‪Padre Island Burger Company - ‬4 min drive - ‪La Palma - ‬20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Spacious, Pet-Friendly, Coastal Retreat w/Private Patio, Steps from the Beach have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### How much does it cost to stay at Whale Hello There TABG113: Spacious Coastal Retreat Steps from the Beach? > As of Nov 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whale Hello There TABG113: Spacious Coastal Retreat Steps from the Beach on Nov 9, 2025 start from CA $133.42, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Corpus-Christi-Hotels-Aruba-Bay-Resort-Whale.h101400701.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Spacious, Pet-Friendly, Coastal Retreat w/Private Patio, Steps from the Beach pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Spacious, Pet-Friendly, Coastal Retreat w/Private Patio, Steps from the Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Spacious, Pet-Friendly, Coastal Retreat w/Private Patio, Steps from the Beach? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Spacious, Pet-Friendly, Coastal Retreat w/Private Patio, Steps from the Beach located? > This family-friendly Corpus Christi vacation home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Whitecap Beach and Padre Balli Park. Texas Sealife Center and North Padre Island Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? 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