City-by-the Sea Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit City-by-the Sea
Activities
Corpus Christi: The Art Museum of South Texas Entry Ticket
AU$14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
GlowRow Glowing Kayak Tour Rockport - Little Bay
AU$86
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best City-by-the Sea Hotel Deals
Hotel Lydia
445 W Cotter Avenue Port Aransas TX
The price is AU$133 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$133
20 Aug - 21 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! (1,261 reviews)
"Souped up motel. Cute place. A little pricey for the quality of you ask me, but it was a last minute grab."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026
Ocean's Edge Hotel, Port Aransas,TX
300 W Avenue G Port Aransas TX
The price is AU$127 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$127
27 Aug - 28 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! (1,334 reviews)
"Small bathroom, toilet paper holder broke when I grabbed paper, fan sounded horrible."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026
Plantation Suites & Conference Center
1909 State Hghway 361 Port Aransas TX
The price is AU$89 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$89
20 Aug - 21 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! (1,068 reviews)
"Muy bueno"
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026
Seaside Boutique Hotel
841 Sandcastle Dr Port Aransas TX
The price is AU$134 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$134
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! (1,401 reviews)
"Perfect little cheap beach hotel. 7 minute walk from the room door to the waters edge. Comfy beds, and cold ac. Will come again."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026
Seashell Village Resort near the beach with kitchens
502 E Avenue G Port Aransas TX
The price is AU$156 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$156
31 Aug - 1 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! (704 reviews)
"The best item about this property is the location. Shower floor was disgusting. It needed to be retiled and water/mold like stains needed to be cleaned. The odor of the room was equivalent to a wet towel balled up in a corner. Musty smell. Clothes from a previous renter in drawer. AC unit made screeching ..."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026
Beachgate CondoSuites and Oceanfront Resort
2000 On The Beach Drive Port Aransas TX
Fully refundable
The price is AU$303 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$303
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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 July 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.
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.
