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.

North Beach
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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.

Palm Harbor
Isla Grand Beach Resort

Isla Grand Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
500 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
The price is Rp1.295.137 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.295.137
Rp1.919.536 total
24 Aug - 25 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! (1,524 reviews)
You have to go!
"Isla Grand is amazing! Super clean, all of the staff was awesome! This is a beautiful, comfortable, relaxing and fun resort."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Isla Grand Beach Resort
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 Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,119 reviews)
"Great location,easy check in"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Sand Rose 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 Rp1.422.872 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.422.872
Rp2.068.984 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,211 reviews)
"The breakfast is incredible"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Resort South Padre Island - Beach Front by IHG
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.
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! (134 reviews)
"60.00 early check in was not good"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"What can I say, it was beautiful! Communication was excellent..they all so helpful! We parked the truck at Inspire and never seen it again..everything was walkable..thank you so much"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

The Continental, powered by Placemakr - Downtown - Market Square
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! (298 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
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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