South Texas

Travel Guide

View from the top
Japanese Botanic Garden was like heaven in real life...
The walk along the river in San Antonio makes for a great walk or bike ride. Goes on for many miles
Japanese Tea Garden. This is my second trip back since 2012 and i gotta say, this place never ceases to amaze me! It's just Beautiful!!
Whooping Crane and Roseate Spoonvilles near The Big Tree.

Where to stay in South Texas

Downtown - Riverwalk which includes heritage architecture, boating and a river or creek

Downtown San Antonio

4/5(9,564 area reviews)

Explore the heart of San Antonio with top attractions like the Alamo and River Walk, or enjoy kayaking and bicycling to the World Heritage Missions. Discover historic sites, theaters, and shopping at Rivercenter, all easily accessible by public transit.

Downtown San Antonio
PORT ARANSAS, TX - 9 FEB 2023: Young surfer carries a surfboard on the beach, near the water of the Gulf of Mexico and a pier, in evening light.

Cinnamon Shore

Though Cinnamon Shore might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club.

Cinnamon Shore
Port Aransas, USA, aerial landscape view of Mustang Beach Airport with Mustang Beach residential area located on Mustang Island at Gulf of Mexico with Corpus Christus Bay in background

Padre Island

While visiting Padre Island, you might make a stop by sights like Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island Beach.

Padre Island
Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum which includes art and interior views as well as an individual male

Uptown

While visiting Uptown, you might make a stop by sights like San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum.

Uptown
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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
Autumn on Texas Gulf Coast, beach, sun, sand, sea, nature, recreation, vacation, holidays

Old Town Port Aransas

4.5/5(153 area reviews)

While visiting Old Town Port Aransas, you might make a stop by sights like Port Aransas Birding Center and Nature Preserves.

Old Town Port Aransas
Riverwalk Plaza

Riverwalk Plaza

4 out of 5
100 Villita Street San Antonio TX
The price is ₩188,125 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
₩188,125
₩222,380 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (6,410 reviews)
Everything was great!

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Riverwalk Plaza
Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

4.5 out of 5
150 E Houston St San Antonio TX
The price is ₩218,051 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
₩218,051
₩300,715 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,567 reviews)
Great location, excellent staff, and great attention! The hotel was cleaned throughout our stay, except for our room windows, which could have improved our view. The restaurant was also very good, with great cocktails to share!

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Hotel Valencia Riverwalk
Hyatt Vacation Club at Wild Oak Ranch, San Antonio

Hyatt Vacation Club at Wild Oak Ranch, San Antonio

3.5 out of 5
9700 West Military Drive San Antonio TX
The price is ₩286,323 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
₩286,323
₩400,566 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,521 reviews)
Great hotel with very clean, comfortable rooms and excellent attention to detail. The staff was incredibly friendly, professional, and always willing to help with a smile. They made our stay feel welcoming and stress-free. Highly recommended — we will definitely be coming back!

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Wild Oak Ranch, San Antonio
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.
Lively Beach

Lively Beach

3 out of 5
138 Zahn Rd Corpus Christi TX
Book a stay at this beach condo in Corpus Christi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (753 reviews)
Loved staying at Lively. It’s was peaceful. Loved the beach access and most of the staff was really great. Our room could have been alittle cleaner but for the most part we had an amazing stay. We would definitely go back.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Lively Beach
Royale Beach and Tennis Club

Royale Beach and Tennis Club

3 out of 5
400 Padre Blvd South Padre Island TX
Book a stay at this beach condo in South Padre Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (352 reviews)
Security was unhelpful with trying to give us access to our paid for hotel room, was very ambitious about the trip but very agitated at security at the gate. They act sarcastic and don’t even help they just say read the rules and make us leave forcefully.. couldn’t even get dropped off at the hotel ...

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Royale Beach and Tennis Club
Extended Stay Laredo

Extended Stay Laredo

3 out of 5
106 W Village Blvd Laredo TX
Stay at this aparthotel in Laredo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Cinemark Mall del Norte and Mall Del Norte are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (388 reviews)
Good place and good location

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Extended Stay Laredo
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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