Mustang Island is an 18-mile-long barrier island on the Gulf Coast of Texas, not far from Corpus Christi. The southern third of the island is occupied by Mustang Island State Park, while Port Aransas, the only major population center on Mustang, is located at its northern tip. Vacationers who are planning a stay on the island will find a wide variety of accommodations available in Port Aransas.
This sprawling 60-unit oceanfront complex offers suites with one, two, three or four bedrooms, as well as a limited number of standard motel-type rooms. The condo-style suites come with a bathroom for each bedroom. Each of BeachGate’s suites and guest rooms features high-speed Internet access and cable TV with free HBO. Other amenities include a heated outdoor swimming pool, spa, self-laundry facilities and areas for picnicking and barbecuing.
BeachGate CondoSuites & Motel
2000 On the Beach Dr.
Port Aransas, TX 78373
(361) 749-5900; (866) 749-2565
beachgate.com
This two-story, 48-unit hotel is within easy walking distance of the beach and the downtown shopping area of Port Aransas. Each of its guest rooms features free wireless Internet access, cable/satellite TV with free HBO, mini-refrigerator, microwave and desk/work area. On-site amenities included a heated outdoor swimming pool, game room and complimentary continental breakfast.
Best Western Ocean Villa
400 E. Avenue G
Port Aransas, TX 78373
(361) 749-3010; (800) 780-7234
book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=44443
This high-rise all-suites hotel is located right on the beach, offering its guests breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico. Each of its 85 condo-style suites, which are available with one, two or three bedrooms, provides kitchen facilities and daily maid service. Other amenities at the Dunes include a large outdoor swimming pool, sundeck and fitness center.
The Dunes
1000 Lantana Dr.
Port Aransas, TX 78373
(361) 749-5155; (877) 296-3863
thedunescondos.com
Only a block and a half from the beach, this 105-unit hotel is also within walking distance of the Port Aransas fishing pier. Each of the hotel’s guest rooms and suites features free high-speed Internet access, cable/satellite TV, desk/work area, mini-refrigerator and microwave. Other hotel amenities include a large outdoor swimming pool, kiddie pool, fitness center and business center. Within three miles of the hotel are a golf course, marine science center and birding area.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
727 S. 11th St.
Port Aransas, TX 78373
(361) 749-5222; (877) 863-4780
hiexpress.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hotel/PORTX
A variety of accommodations are available at this 32-unit hotel, which is less than two blocks from the beach. Those who plan to visit for longer periods may prefer one of the hotel’s two-room apartments or kitchenettes, but individual hotel-type rooms, some of them themed, are also available. On-site amenities include free wireless Internet access, a large outdoor swimming pool, hot tub and picnic area. This property is within walking distance of several art galleries.
Port Aransas Inn
1500 S. 11th St.
Port Aransas, TX 78373
(361) 749-5937
portaransasinn.com
