City-by-the Sea Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit City-by-the Sea
Activities
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
NZ$17
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
GlowRow Glowing Kayak Tour Rockport - Little Bay
NZ$105
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Open Cockpit Coastal Experience Port Aransas
NZ$747
per adult
Our pick of the best City-by-the Sea Hotel Deals
Hotel Lydia
445 W Cotter Avenue Port Aransas TX
The price is NZ$155 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$155
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,301 reviews)
"Clean room. Helpful staff."
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026
Plantation Suites & Conference Center
1909 State Hghway 361 Port Aransas TX
The price is NZ$111 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$111
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,080 reviews)
"It was ok"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Seaside Boutique Hotel
841 Sandcastle Dr Port Aransas TX
The price is NZ$138 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$138
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,476 reviews)
"Like the closeness to the beach and town"
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026
Ocean's Edge Hotel, Port Aransas,TX
300 W Avenue G Port Aransas TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$145 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$145
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
Seashell Village Resort near the beach with kitchens
502 E Avenue G Port Aransas TX
The price is NZ$195 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$195
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (745 reviews)
"We are going to book to stay here again!"
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026
The Island Hotel Near Beach Port Aransas
2607 St Highway 361 Port Aransas TX
The price is NZ$148 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$148
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,006 reviews)
"Easy access to beach, and perfect for a a quick trip."
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026
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.
Our guide on where to stay in City-by-the Sea
Find the best City-by-the Sea areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Cinnamon Shore
While Cinnamon Shore isn't home to many top sights, Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
Padre Island
If you're spending some time in Padre Island, Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Port Aransas
If you're spending some time in Old Town Port Aransas, Port Aransas Birding Center and Port Aransas Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Photo by Russ Lee
Open Photo by Russ Lee
North Beach
North Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington Museum on the Bay.
Flour Bluff
Flour Bluff is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Laguna Madre and Funtrackers Family Fun Center.
