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Emerald Beach Hotel

2.5 star property
Central City beachfront hotel with 2 bars/lounges and restaurant

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Beach bar
Exterior
On the beach, beach towels, beach volleyball
Beach bar
Indoor pool, open 9:30 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Beach towels
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is $134
includes taxes & fees
$114 per night
Dec 15 - Dec 16

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Bay View | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds, Bay View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 385 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 385 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 385 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 385 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 385 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1102 South Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX, 78401

What's nearby

  • McGee Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Corpus Christi Marina - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • American Bank Center - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Texas State Aquarium - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • USS Lexington Museum on the Bay - 6 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 13 min drive
  • Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Executive Surf Cl - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Water Street Oyster Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪U & I Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Grandview Lounge - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Emerald Beach Hotel

At Emerald Beach Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Texas State Aquarium. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. An indoor pool and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 368 rooms
  • Arranged over 7 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

  • Pets allowed (2 total)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite self parking (USD 10 per stay)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center (12859 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Sandbar - This lobby lounge serves light fare only.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 15 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 10 per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 11:00 PM

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Beach Emerald Hotel
Beach Hotel Emerald
Emerald Beach Corpus Christi
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Hotel Beach Emerald
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Frequently asked questions

Does Emerald Beach Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Emerald Beach Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Emerald Beach Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:30 AM to 11:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Emerald Beach Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Emerald Beach Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 10 per stay.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Emerald Beach Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Emerald Beach Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as volleyball. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a fitness center. Emerald Beach Hotel also has an arcade.
Are there restaurants at or near Emerald Beach Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Sandbar.
What's the area around Emerald Beach Hotel like?
Emerald Beach Hotel is located on the waterfront in Central City, a short 17-minute walk from Corpus Christi Marina and 2 minutes' walk from McGee Beach. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

Reviews

6.6

Good

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Rhonda, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Bad Mold
Horrible experience! The hallways were nasty. The room smelled like mold and just old everything.! Roaches throughout the hotel, dead and tons of spiders. The Whole Jacuzzi look like it had dirt stains, Looks like it has never been cleaned. And the beach that’s attached to the hotel was in horrible condition and not kept the boards with nail sticking up everywhere and broken glass. Couldn’t even utilize the beach at all. They did offer to give us a third room, but at this point with how severe the mold was that just means it’s everywhere in that hotel and my daughter is highly allergic to mold
John, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Time to renovate
Rooms and building is dated. Loud and disrespectful late night guests. Hot water was not always available day or night.
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Didnt enjoy my stay
When i got into my room the air conditioner was leaking water then i had to wait over an hour to get a new room. Then my new room didnt have hot water. The staff made me feel like they could care less. For the price i paid for the room i could of stay at a red roof for cheaper in a nicer room and services.
David, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Disappointed
I only gave a star because the room actually had AC and was cool but I won’t be back, especially with my son. We rented for close to $200 for a pool side room and kids from a dance were running the halls late, the floors were extremely dirty and smelled, bathrooms gross, people smoking drugs, and it was hot inside. Couldn’t even enjoy the games set out. VERY disappointed on our stay. I almost took my family and left. Even the outside by the beach was scary in the dark areas. People roaming everywhere and not so friendly. This place used to be so pretty but not anymore. If you are okay with all the above, our bed was ok and the ax worked but the tv wouldn’t work, nor the Wi-Fi.
Jennifer, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome
A great stay! Curtis is amazing!
Pamela, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Truston, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Room was dirty hair on sheets and in tub and sink the floor was dirty sand everywhere the front door to room looked like someone had broken into the room. We have been coming here for years and probably won’t go back. The halls were dirty the front doors didn’t work they don’t serve breakfast anymore. It really has gone down hill
Mitchell Delord, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Wish it wasn’t, but it was..
The hotel from the start, had an awful smell in the lobby. Getting checked in, was a pretty easy, however within 10 minutes of getting into my first room, the sink didn’t drain, and the white pillows had yellow stains. I told the front desk, and they moved me to another room. The second room appeared to be better at first however the microwave didn’t work, and the shower leaked all over the floor. I then I had to leave early due to unforeseen circumstances. And when I informed the front desk he stated I had to speak with Hotels.com to get the refund. He then stated “well I’m not able approve refunds” after Hotels.com tried speaking with them. Theee days later, I’m informed that I will not be getting a refund because emerald beach already used it. Hopefully they used it on bleach to clean white bedding. The roof also leaks in the pool/game room. The best part of the stay, was the bar, it made it easier to ignore the dirty and bad smell surroundings within the hotel.
Mickey, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Cody, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

They charged for parking then didn't have enough so we had to park at another hotel and walk to lobby. No towels available at the pool and mold around edges and ceiling. Overall hotel is aging poorly and needs maintenance.
Susan, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

I like the room next to beachfront. They don’t have enough staff. Not enough food. Food was too old to eat. Always had to ask for towels. To expensive for just a room.
Nusreta, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Reserved 2 rooms and wasn’t able to check in until 6pm when originally was supposed to be 4pm. One room A/C didn’t work, the fan was blowing but not cold and there were no other rooms to move to as they were not done cleaning any other rooms at the time. Parking was ridiculous to find, we had to drive around for 30 minutes just waiting for someone to leave as there wasn’t enough parking in the paid parking area. The staff were great and the walk path to the beach was convenient. The place has really gone down hill from the past few times we’ve stayed there. I’m not sure what has happened but we will not be revisiting this place when others are available nearby for less.
patsy, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Labor Day Weekend
We couldn't check in at 1:30 pm like we hoped but guaranteed check in was at 4. We came in to town for a wedding. We checked in about 10:45 pm. Parking was not include but we couldn't find a place to park anywhere so we ended parking in the Holiday Inn. We got to our and it was nice and clean. A few stray hairs were found in the bathroom, otherwise it was clean. The outlet on the lamp didn't work so we used the one on the table. The ac was set to 50 but felt like 80. I understand it takes rooms longer to cool during hot summer days and we weren't sweating but it was warm. Overall, it was quiet and we all slept good. Breakfast was a small table of pastries and coffee, not much there. Check out was easy.
John, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Denise, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Do not stay here ! AC does not work and you will not receive a refund. Roaches everywhere….
Jose, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Needs to improve on their room supplies. No shampoo, hand soap and tissues.
LIBRADO, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

My room was disgusting. Stains on the walls and ceilings. I walked through a spider web as I walked in the door. Bathroom was gross. Food stains on the tables. There was hair on the bed and the floor was sticky. I contacted hotels.com to get a refund because I left and went to a different hotel. The front desk lied to hotels.com customer service and told them they offered me an upgraded room and said I declined. They never offered me anything. They just said okay contact hotels.com for a refund. This place is not how it seems from the pictures.
Jacob, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Daniella Y, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Outdated, dirty, air conditioning didn’t work and got downgraded to another room we could’ve paid less for. Easy access to beach though, near a lot of restaurants/bars, great staff but not much to expect from a beach side hotel where sand and dirt is not properly picked up from the floors or bed sheets for new guests.
Joseph, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Laura, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Air conditioning was bad,had to pay for parking desk clerk was very rude unfortunately it just not how it was advertised.
Rosa M, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

This hotel is in dire need of a total renovation! For 200 dollars a night alot more is expected. Mold in room and throughout the entire hotel, paint is peelinf off, super small elevators, small hallways going towards the bay view, rust on metal parts, towels seem old, they did have a room full of new materials like beds, pillows among other things, maybe they are replacing the old with the new. This hotel sits right on the beach and the amount of sand is pretty much everywhere, staff was courteous and friendly. And you nees to pay for parking aswell! Will definitely not consider staying here in the future!
Luis, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Expensive for the room I end up getting. The A/C didn’t cool the room temperature stay at 75 degrees didn’t cool the room at all. No toilet paper the toilet look like it hadn’t been clean. Hair on the countertop. Now you have to pay for parking in which we didn’t before. And breakfast $14 dollars per person. Now that top it. I had stay there 2 other times before but this experience that I had with the property was terrible. Never again will I be going back. But I wasn’t the only customer who complained there were many others when I check in and checking out. To much money wasted for this terrible experience. Maybe new owners and over priced!!
Jesenia, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review