City-by-the Sea Travel Guide
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Things to do
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
฿331
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
GlowRow Glowing Kayak Tour Rockport - Little Bay
฿1,984
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in City-by-the Sea
Hotel Lydia
445 W Cotter Avenue Port Aransas TX
The price is ฿2,610 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿2,610
฿3,263 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,254 reviews)
"Would have been if the website and someone told us there was no elevator in part of the hotel. The water doesn't drain well in the sink. And lights didn't work by the bed."
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026
Ocean's Edge Hotel, Port Aransas,TX
300 W Avenue G Port Aransas TX
The price is ฿2,759 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿2,759
฿3,173 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,329 reviews)
"Our stay was great. Front office people we're friendly. Breakfast was delicious. I loved their waffle maker. And the room was very well cleaned. The beds were so comfortable. I slept so good. I tend to have a hard time sleeping so I've been running on empty. They filled up my tank of energy after ..."
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026
Plantation Suites & Conference Center
1909 State Hghway 361 Port Aransas TX
The price is ฿2,088 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿2,088
฿2,434 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,066 reviews)
"Room, bathroom, and linen was very dirty."
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026
Seaside Boutique Hotel
841 Sandcastle Dr Port Aransas TX
The price is ฿2,745 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿2,745
฿3,157 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (1,393 reviews)
"Great location. The place has what is needed and you just pack your bag and head to the beach. It’s not a posh place so if you’re looking for luxury, this isn’t the place for you."
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026
Seashell Village Resort near the beach with kitchens
502 E Avenue G Port Aransas TX
The price is ฿2,367 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿2,367
฿3,865 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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. ...
Beachgate CondoSuites and Oceanfront Resort
2000 On The Beach Drive Port Aransas TX
The price is ฿4,138 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿4,138
฿5,139 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Port Aransas Beach and Mustang Island Beach ...
8.4/10 Very good! (59 reviews)
"Perfect Location To Pools , Beach, Restaurant Next Doors , Minutes Away From Everything Shopping & Restaurants ❤️"
Reviewed on 26 Jul 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.
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.
Photo by Lacey Al Masri
Open Photo by Lacey Al Masri
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.
