South Texas

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South Texas
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Japanese Tea Gardens showing a park and a pond
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Where to stay in South Texas

Downtown - Riverwalk showing heritage architecture, boating and a river or creek

Downtown San Antonio

4/5(209 area reviews)

Explore the heart of San Antonio with top attractions like the Alamo and River Walk, or enjoy kayaking and bicycling to the World Heritage Missions. Discover historic sites, theaters, and shopping at Rivercenter, all easily accessible by public transit.

Downtown San Antonio
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Cinnamon Shore

Though Cinnamon Shore might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club.

Cinnamon Shore
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Padre Island

While visiting Padre Island, you might make a stop by sights like Whitecap Beach and Packery Channel.

Padre Island
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Far West Side

While visiting Far West Side, you might make a stop by sights like Aquatica San Antonio Waterpark and Hill Country Golf Club.

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North Beach

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

Located on the El Rincon peninsula, this Corpus Christi area boasts the Texas State Aquarium, USS Lexington, and a 1.5-mile-long beach with a 10-foot-wide Beachwalk for leisurely strolls.

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Uptown

While visiting Uptown, you might make a stop by sights like Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum and Alamo Quarry Market.

Uptown
Isla Grand Beach Resort

Isla Grand Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
500 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $98 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
CA $98
CA $149 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,505 reviews)
"This is my second time coming here I just love it. Beautiful pool and you can walk to the ocean. Plenty of things to do here there's a restaurant a bar with live music and shops. You can be lazy and not go anywhere else."

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2025

Isla Grand Beach Resort
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

3.5 out of 5
100 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
The price is CA $121 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $121
CA $176 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,182 reviews)
"Staff and property were amazing!!!"

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
Sand Rose Beach Resort

Sand Rose Beach Resort

3 out of 5
7000 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
The price is CA $120 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $120
CA $141 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,092 reviews)
Fun little getaway
"Food at ola restaurant is on point"

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2025

Sand Rose Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Extended Stay Laredo

Extended Stay Laredo

3 out of 5
106 W Village Blvd, Laredo, TX
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Laredo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Cinemark Mall del Norte and Mall Del Norte ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (130 reviews)
"Front counter staff was helpful, kind and professional."

Reviewed on Aug. 5, 2025

Extended Stay Laredo
The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

3.5 out of 5
322 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions River Walk and Alamo are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"What can I say, it was beautiful! Communication was excellent..they all so helpful! We parked the truck at Inspire and never seen it again..everything was walkable..thank you so much"

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
Royale Beach and Tennis Club

Royale Beach and Tennis Club

3 out of 5
400 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in South Padre Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (297 reviews)
Great location for accessing the beach
"Room was okay. A little outdated. AC worked great. Bed was not so comfortable. Refrigerator had a bad smell. Basic living quarters but we didn't plan on spending our time in the room anyway. Great location for accessing the beach. A short walk. 3 pools on property. Overall, we would stay here again ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2025

Royale Beach and Tennis Club
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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