South Texas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

South Texas
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Japanese Tea Gardens which includes a garden and a pond
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 showing a river or creek, a bridge and boating

Downtown San Antonio

4.5/5(42 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 Packery Channel are top sights worth seeing.

Padre Island
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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
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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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Uptown

If you're spending some time in Uptown, Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum and Alamo Quarry Market are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown
Isla Grand Beach Resort

Isla Grand Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
500 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
The price is Rp1.623.699 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
Rp1.623.699
Rp2.309.753 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,485 reviews)
"The pool and all the other amenities were amazing!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Isla Grand Beach Resort
Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG

3.5 out of 5
100 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
The price is Rp1.804.110 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.804.110
Rp2.520.833 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,163 reviews)
"The Hitel was on beachfront so just steps away from water. The bed confort was good to sleep, but did not use internet or wifi."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
Sand Rose Beach Resort

Sand Rose Beach Resort

3 out of 5
7000 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
The price is Rp1.932.021 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
Rp1.932.021
Rp2.260.464 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in South Padre Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,056 reviews)
"Good place to stay, beach access.Great views Breakfast was good and service. Elizabeth was great. Would love to visit soon."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Sand Rose Beach Resort
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (297 reviews)
Great location for accessing the beach
"Room was okay. A little outdated. AC worked great. Bed was not so comfortable. Refrigerator had a bad smell. Basic living quarters but we didn't plan on spending our time in the room anyway. Great location for accessing the beach. A short walk. 3 pools on property. Overall, we would stay here again ..."

Reviewed on 20 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Cinemark Mall del Norte and Mall Del Norte ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (122 reviews)
"I liked it"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Extended Stay Laredo
The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square

3.5 out of 5
322 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in San Antonio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions River Walk and Alamo are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
"Hospitality was great, everything is clean, walkable and I’d stay there again"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
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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