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Emerald Beach Hotel

2.5 star property
Beachfront comfort, a fitness center

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Beach bar
Breakfast area
Room, 2 Double Beds, Bay View | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Breakfast area
Beach bar
Located in Central City, Emerald Beach Hotel offers the perfect beach getaway with a private beach and volleyball court. Enjoy light fare at Sandbar or grab a drink from one of the 2 bars. With an arcade/game room, gym, indoor pool and free newspapers you'll never be bored.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
On the beach, beach towels, beach volleyball

On the beach

This hotel is located on the waterfront and on the beach. Take advantage of the beach towels at the sandy beach. An on-site activity to enjoy while visiting is beach volleyball. Noteworthy nearby activities include windsurfing and kayaking.

Exterior
What guests liked about the beach

The property offers excellent beach access and stunning views of the beach.

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Bay View | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Double Beds, Bay View

Highlights

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

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Central City, a neighborhood in Corpus Christi, Emerald Beach Hotel is near the airport and on the beach. Some of the area's popular attractions include Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington Museum on the Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Al Kruse Tennis Center or American Bank Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, windsurfing and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
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1102 South Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX, 78401

What's nearby

  • McGee Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Corpus Christi Marina - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • American Bank Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Texas State Aquarium - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • USS Lexington Museum on the Bay - 9 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Rose Night Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪U & I Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Luciano's Italian Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • Executive Surf Club

About this property

Emerald Beach Hotel

Hotel near Texas State Aquarium
Take advantage of a terrace, an arcade/game room, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Emerald Beach Hotel. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beach volleyball. The on-site restaurant, Sandbar, serves light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as 2 bars and a gym.
Other perks include:
  • Swimming pool along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), an indoor pool, and ATM/banking services
  • A vending machine, free newspapers, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 368 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Sandbar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (12,859 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 11:00 PM
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Emerald Beach Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:30 AM–11:00 PM.

Is Emerald Beach Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Emerald Beach Hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Emerald Beach Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 15 per day.

What time is check-in at Emerald Beach Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Emerald Beach Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Emerald Beach Hotel located?

Located in Central City, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within a 10-minute walk of McGee Beach and Cole Park. Art Center of Corpus Christi and Al Kruse Tennis Center are also within 15 minutes.

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Emerald Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 293 out of 1085 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 1085 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 179 out of 1085 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 159 out of 1085 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 250 out of 1085 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zulma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great location to stay at. I would reccommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

View nice… property trashy looking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rogelio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Antoinette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything great just had to pay for parking
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

LIBRADO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Under new management it seemed. Better than before. But the rooms need work.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, shower was disgustingly, smells
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aleida

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super expensive for dirty old rooms, hot pool area, and super small rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the facility was full of mold. The first room I checked into had no hvac and the mini fridge had leaked all over the floor. The second room there was sand in my bed upon check in, the shampoo conditioner soap was empty upon check in, the chair was not in good condition, dirty bandaids on the floor. The entire hotel was in very run down, dirty condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elevators didn’t work. Limited parking plus had to pay for parking. Terrible overall. Never again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

CARLOS

Disliked: Amenities
This place deserves half a star. We had to switch rooms because our air conditioner was broke. There was no remote for the television. They have no food restaurant anymore at the bar was horrible. Completely and absolutely unacceptable and disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Bodie

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No internet, no maid service, phone to get front desk never worked. Had to go to desk to get essentials and sometimes they didn't have them. Bed was comfortable and the view was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yolanda

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Scary experience someone fight on the pool ,my kids get so scare and they take us out early
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

DANIEL

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The A/C was not cooling, It was close to 100 degrees for the past two days. The toilet almost overflowed. Parking was very limited plus I had to pay. I will never stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josh

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very Hot! Asked to be moved to another room it was even hotter had to shower 5-6 times from sweating. There was mold on walls !No breakfast no parking had to park at a different location and walk! I definitely would love a refund back! Never again will I book there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Location & beach bar
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything about it..has indoor pool outside bar 🍸 beach its fantastic 👌 been coming for the past
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

LIBRADO

Disliked: Cleanliness
The TV channels were downgraded to only a few channels. No local channels! Coffee was served but sugar ran out early…poor service Service is going from normal to poor!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

briseida

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is horrible!!!!!!!! We dont even stay, it should be closed by health department Im trying to get a refund because we didnt spend the night, it was really really dirty, with coca
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Christina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toilet from room 128 was leaking we never got clean towels. We had to go to the front desk to collect them. Nobody ever came to clean the room to throw trash. The pool was very cold. We had an old chair that was ripped in our room. The front desk was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

arturo

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property looks very neglected, there are no nearby places to eat, only food trucks and the food isn't good, it doesn't offer free parking, I definitely won't return to this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesus

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioning was not cooling, all the furniture was old. There was sand on the “clean” floors when we first arrived. The toilet was small. I would never stay there again!! I was embarrassed to take my wife there. It wasn’t cheap either.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rachel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a bad experience we got to property at check in time the rooms we not ready. Waited an hour for the room. Emerald beach has a third party PARKING SERVICE on there property and you are charge $15.00 per day to park. Roaches in the room and there elevators were broken we took the stairs to our room. Never again will we stay at Emerald beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025