Overview
by Phil Corless
If you’ve ever wanted to sleep next to an aircraft carrier, then the Capri Beach Hotel is the place for you. This charming beachside hotel sits right on the beach near the USS Lexington, a WWII-era ship that is now a floating museum. Every one of the hotel’s beautifully decorated rooms looks out over the water toward the Lexington, providing what must be the most unique hotel view in all of Texas. Ideal for a small family is their Contemporary Room, which features two double beds. Or book two rooms if you need the space. It’s a family-run hotel, and the owners will go out of their way to accommodate your needs. Every room includes a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, and free bottled water. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi, a free continental breakfast, and direct access to the beach.
The Capri Beach Hotel is located in North Beach, across the Harbor Bridge from downtown Corpus Christi. It’s within walking distance of several restaurants and attractions. The USS Lexington, of course, looms in front of the hotel, while the Texas State Aquarium is a three-minute walk. A few miles away is the downtown area, where you’ll find a wide range of museums, fine-dining eateries, shops, and galleries. The best thing about your hotel, however, is the direct access to several miles of pristine white sand beach. You can walk for miles, or rent a beach chair and umbrella and relax while your kids play in the gentle waves of the bay. There are multiple kayak and paddleboard rental shops, as well as fishing guides. You’ll be 30 minutes from the Padre Island National Seashore on the Gulf coast for even more outdoor opportunities. With its friendly atmosphere and unique North Shore location, the Capri Beach Hotel is the perfect place for your family’s seaside vacation in Corpus Christi.
Our Editor Loves
- Stunning view
- Free continental breakfast
- Friendly owners
Family Interests
- Beach
- Bicycling
- Golf
- Hiking
- Horse Back Riding
- Museum/Cultural
- Sailing
- Water Parks
- Water Sports
Family Amenities
- Cribs
- Free Breakfast
- Free Wi-Fi
- Refrigerator
Reviews
by WAPost
Read all of this before you make up your mind! Imagine a great Caribbean beach-side bar, closed after a hurricane, complete with palm leaves on the deck. Now add a funky, clean, and safe hotel. Make it 50 steps from a pretty good open air bar and restaurant, 100 steps from the USS Lexington, 150 steps from an amazing long, white, soft sand beach with clean calm water, and a quarter mile from the aquarium. If you want an upscale chain hotel, don't come here. If you want a fun Corpus Christi experience, it is absolutely great.
by 749rebeccaf749
What a great hotel. Our first night. The whole Northshore beach/block lights went out. Natalia made sure we were alright and offered candles for our room. She went out of her way...Hotel is in a great location, walking distance to museums, beach and restaurants. Will definitely stay here again.