South Texas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

South Texas
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Japanese Tea Gardens which includes a pond and a garden
Photo provided by Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Bureau
Photo provided by Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Bureau

Where to stay in South Texas

Downtown - Riverwalk featuring heritage architecture, boating and a bridge

Downtown San Antonio

4.5/5(29 area reviews)

A scenic riverfront great entertainment and top sights from Alamo to Alamodome – discover Downtown San Antonio, a destination also famous for its historic sites.

Downtown San Antonio
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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.

Cinnamon Shore
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Padre Island

If you're spending some time in Padre Island, Whitecap Beach and Bob Hall Pier are top sights worth seeing.

Padre Island
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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.

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Palm Harbor

When in Palm Harbor, you can plan a visit to Rockport Beach Park and The Gallery of Rockport, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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.

Far West Side
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island

4 out of 5
310 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
The price is NZ$345 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$345
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy a full-service spa, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,444 reviews)
"Everything at the resort, restaurants, pool and beach"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island
Sand Rose Beach Resort

Sand Rose Beach Resort

3 out of 5
7000 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
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! (1,970 reviews)
"The overall experience was very good. Breakfast was excellent. Staff were excellent."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Sand Rose Beach Resort
Riverwalk Plaza

Riverwalk Plaza

4 out of 5
100 Villita Street, Dwyer/Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,550 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, it’s an older hotel so hallways and certain things are outdated"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Riverwalk Plaza
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.
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! (292 reviews)
Best place to stay in SPI
"Love this place. I have stayed other places and they just don't feel right. This is my go to place when I come to the island. It feels like my home away from home."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Royale Beach and Tennis Club
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! (114 reviews)
"liked everything"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Extended Stay Laredo
Lively Beach

Lively Beach

3 out of 5
138 Zahn Rd, Corpus Christi, TX
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (628 reviews)
"Property is less than 100 yards from the beach and very close to grocery stores and local shopping. Ms. Fancy and the rest of the onsite staff are a high speed group. They made our stay very comfortable and worry free. Will definitely book with them again."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Lively Beach
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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