Find & compare beach hotels in Corpus Christi, TX from $49

As the first rays of the morning sun peek up over the waters of the Gulf of Mexico to welcome in a new dawn along Texas’ coastal bend, you stand there, tide lapping at your toes and gentle breezes kissing your cheeks. A sip of coffee followed by a deep inhale of the salty air invigorates you and readies you for what will be a day filled with new experiences. There are kayaks waiting to be to paddled, fishing lures ready to be cast into the surf, and miles of sun-drenched golden sand asking for your footprints. Don’t worry—should you need it, there will be ample time to nap under the afternoon sun. When you vacation at a Corpus Christi hotel on the beach like the Holiday Inn, all of this shoreline serenity is right at your doorstep.

What are the beaches like in Corpus Christi?

Depending on your anticipated pace of the day, you’ll find an amazing stretch of sand to serve as a canvas for your coastal sandcastle masterpiece. From tourist attractions to natural wonders—and everything in between—you might want to visit a new beach every day. Here are some of our favorite area beaches:

• North Beach: Close to restaurants, shops, and off-beach points of interest, North Beach has everything—including a Ferris wheel, views of a naval aircraft carrier, and the Texas State Aquarium.
• J.P. Luby Surf Beach: When you want to get active in the ocean, this is the spot. Surfers, jet-skiers, and sun-worshipers alike flock to this pelagic playground.
• South Packery Beach: Find seclusion between the jetties and away from the crowds at this vehicle-friendly picnic beach. Pack a lunch…and dinner. You may want to stay for a while.
• Padre Island National Seashore: With the distinction of being the longest tract of undeveloped barrier island on the planet, the dunes, beaches, and grasslands of Padre Island are Mother Nature’s magnet for outdoor enthusiasts.

Where are the best places to eat in Corpus Christi near the water?

After a long day of exploring the South Texas shoreline, you are going to work up a bit of an appetite. When the hunger hits, you won’t have to go far to find flavorful relief. Corpus Christi hotels near the beach such as the Emerald Beach Hotel are within a short stroll from the best local waterfront eateries. Here are some must-eats:

• Bleu Bistro: This inventive eatery encourages sharing by serving up small plates with locally sourced ingredients picked at the peak of the season.
• Mikel May’s Beachside Bar & Grill: Enjoy delicious seafood, fresh salads, and overflowing sandwiches while watching the waves roll in from this pier-top palette-pleaser.
• Rollin’ Tide Boil Co.: You’re not going to get any closer to the water than this. Rollin’ Tide specializes in beach broils and bonfires by bringing an entertaining dinner right to your spot on the sand.

Let Travelocity help you book your next coastal bend vacation. Not only will you be able to select from a wide assortment of impressive Corpus Christi beach hotels, you’ll pocket some significant savings, too. A new day is waiting for you along Texas’ Gulf Coast. Wake up and enjoy it.