City-by-the Sea Travel Guide

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Top hotels in City-by-the Sea

Hotel Lydia

Hotel Lydia

2.5 out of 5
445 W Cotter Avenue Port Aransas TX
The price is ₹6,707 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
₹6,707
₹8,384 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,301 reviews)
"Clean room. Helpful staff."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Hotel Lydia
Plantation Suites & Conference Center

Plantation Suites & Conference Center

2 out of 5
1909 State Hghway 361 Port Aransas TX
The price is ₹5,174 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
₹5,174
₹6,046 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,080 reviews)
"It was ok"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Plantation Suites & Conference Center
Seaside Boutique Hotel

Seaside Boutique Hotel

2 out of 5
841 Sandcastle Dr Port Aransas TX
The price is ₹6,502 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
₹6,502
₹7,478 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,476 reviews)
"Like the closeness to the beach and town"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Seaside Boutique Hotel
Ocean's Edge Hotel, Port Aransas,TX

Ocean's Edge Hotel, Port Aransas,TX

3 out of 5
300 W Avenue G Port Aransas TX
The price is ₹6,843 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
₹6,843
₹7,869 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
Ocean's Edge Hotel, Port Aransas,TX
Seashell Village Resort near the beach with kitchens

Seashell Village Resort near the beach with kitchens

2.5 out of 5
502 E Avenue G Port Aransas TX
The price is ₹6,347 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
₹6,347
₹10,605 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (744 reviews)
"Good location, don’t expect new furniture, kitchen is good."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Seashell Village Resort near the beach with kitchens
The Island Hotel Near Beach Port Aransas

The Island Hotel Near Beach Port Aransas

2 out of 5
2607 St Highway 361 Port Aransas TX
The price is ₹7,006 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
₹7,006
₹8,058 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Port Aransas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"It was cute and quaint. We were on a weekend trip and we had a great time."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

The Island Hotel Near Beach Port Aransas
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Where to stay in City-by-the Sea

Find the best City-by-the Sea areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Padre Island

If you're spending some time in Padre Island, Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Old Town Port Aransas

If you're spending some time in Old Town Port Aransas, Port Aransas Birding Center and Port Aransas Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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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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Flour Bluff

Flour Bluff is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Laguna Madre and Funtrackers Family Fun Center.

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