Mustang Island is a barrier island located on the Gulf Coast of Texas. The narrow island is about 18 miles long, running between Corpus Christi and Port Aransas. The island's beaches make it a great draw for tourists. They flock to the region year round for beach sports, diving, kayaking and boating. Mustang Island State Park, located in the center of the island, is a wildlife refuge. It focuses on the unique barrier island's sand dune ecosystem which includes sea turtles, 300 species of fish and several mammal species. A number of hotels cater to Mustang Island tourists.
Hampton Inn Corpus Christi-Padre Island is located a short walk from the beaches on Mustang Island. The modern 60-room hotel offers guests an indoor pool, hot tub, outdoor sun deck and free parking. Rooms are available with one king or two queen beds and come equipped with free high speed Internet, laptop lap-desk and coffee maker. Guests are offered a complimentary breakfast in the hotel's breakfast room each morning.
Hampton Inn Corpus Christi-Padre Island
14430 South Padre Island Drive
Corpus Christi, Texas 78418
(361) 949-9777
hamptoninn.com
Port Royal Ocean Resort is a full service, upscale resort located on Mustang Island. The resort offers 25 acres of amenities including a large sandy beach, massive swimming pool complex with water slide, tennis and volleyball courts, elevated boardwalk, and a casual restaurant. Rooms are generously appointed with fully equipped kitchens, washer and dryer, dishwasher, high speed Internet and fine linens. Guests of the resort receive full guest privileges at nearby North Shore Country Club.
Port Royal Ocean Resort
6317 St. Hwy 361
Port Aransas, TX 78373
(361) 749-5011
port-royal.com
Comfort Suites North Padre Island offers budget-friendly accommodations that overlook the Gulf of Mexico, only two miles from Mustang Island State Park. Many rooms feature ocean views. The hotel features a large heated swimming pool, exercise room and guest laundry. Rooms are equipped with pillow-top mattresses, free high speed Internet, fridge, coffeemaker and microwave. A complimentary hot breakfast is included each morning.
Comfort Suites North Padre Island
15209 Windward Drive
Corpus Christi, TX 78418
(361) 949-1112
comfortsuites.com
