This new Holiday Inn Express near the interstate is in a quiet northwest neighborhood of Corpus Christi, only 10 minutes from the airport. The elegant suites include two comfy queen beds, a full sleeper sofa in a separate sitting area, and a small kitchen with mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. The free hot breakfast features freshly baked cinnamon rolls, eggs, fruit, sausage, and more. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi, fitness center, and an indoor pool and hot tub.
Your hotel is a fair distance from downtown Corpus Christi, but the 20-minute drive to major attractions is a straight shot down the freeway. You don’t have to go quite so far for dinner options, as the immediate area around your hotel is packed with casual restaurants and shopping centers. Kids will want to start their day in the popular North Beach, about 20 miles away on the Corpus Christi Bay. There, you’ll find sandy white beaches where kayak and paddleboard rentals are plentiful. You can even find shops to rent a fishing pole or two. The Texas State Aquarium is also in North Beach, as is the USS Lexington, a WWII-era aircraft carrier that is now an impressive floating museum. 45 minutes from your hotel is Padre Island, where you can enjoy the beaches of the Gulf, as well as hiking trails, wildlife viewing, and the new Schlitterbahn Water Park. With its quiet location and family-friendly amenities, the Holiday Inn Express is a great place to begin your family vacation in Corpus Christi.
