Emerald Beach Hotel

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Texas State Aquarium

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Beach bar
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Beach bar
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Room, 2 Double Beds, Bay View

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1102 South Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX, 78401
  • McGee Beach
    2 min walk
  • Corpus Christi Marina
    17 min walk
  • Kokomo's
    2 min walk
  • Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    13 min drive

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Bay View

  • 36 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

  • 36 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Corpus Christi

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Central City hotel, you'll find McGee Beach and Cole Park. Art Center of Corpus Christi and Corpus Christi Marina are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 13 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

Beachfront hotel near Texas State Aquarium
Emerald Beach Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 12859 square feet (1195 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the business-friendly Emerald Beach Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This Corpus Christi hotel is smoke free.

  • 368 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 12859 sq ft of conference space
  • 1195 sq m of conference space
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Emerald Beach Hotel offers 368 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered once per stay.

Languages

English, Filipino, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–9:30 AM: USD 8-15 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fitness center
  • Indoor pool

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 available
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Turndown service

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 15 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 10 per stay
  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 security system, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Emerald Beach Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 1400 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1400 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 220 out of 1400 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 197 out of 1400 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 267 out of 1400 reviews" "

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

4/10 Poor

Matline

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A few things we liked, there is a nice big swimming pool, with a big hot tub and games. This area is really spacious. The rooms have a fridge and microwave which is rare in hotels these days. A few things we didn’t like, our room had mold on the walls. Once we informed hotel staff we were moved to a new room without any hassle. This is beach front property but the beach was very nasty, full of seaweed and trash. No chairs or loungers for beach either. Parking is not the best. You pay for parking which isn’t a problem but there is also an event center and those guest are allowed to use the same parking space which doesn’t leave any room for guest. We had to park around back next to a different hotel and walk to ours. I spoke with management and they understood my concerns. The property is old but functional. I hear they are about to go under renovations soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Truston

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mitchell Delord

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mickey

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No soap Bathroom was dirty Stains on furniture and bed Sliding door was broken Tv had no signal Fridge was froze over Lots of sand on the floor Power went out during storm No answer from front desk Fire alarm kept going off with no one responding
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Cody

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Nusreta

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

patsy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Josie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Eldys

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not clearning
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not stay here ! AC does not work and you will not receive a refund. Roaches everywhere….
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

LIBRADO, San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Needs to improve on their room supplies. No shampoo, hand soap and tissues.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jacob

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Daniella Y

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Rosa M

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning was bad,had to pay for parking desk clerk was very rude unfortunately it just not how it was advertised.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Luis

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024