The eighth largest city and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Texas is the coastal city of Corpus Christi. The Latin translation of the city's name is "Body of Christ". "The Sparkling City by the Sea" is one of the most popular nicknames given to Corpus Christi. Corpus Christi is home to several colleges and universities including Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi, Del Mar College and Our Lady of Corpus Christi, a Roman Catholic university.
Tourism in Corpus Christi
Tourism is not the primary economic backbone for Corpus Christi but is very important, nonetheless. Due to its location, it is a great vacation destination year round. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 50 degrees Fahrenheit while summer temperatures may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Winter time water sports may not be as desirable as summer time sports, but the city has much more to offer than beaches and water.
Hotels in Corpus Christi
Hotels in Corpus Christi range from one-star to five-star and many overlook beautiful parks and beaches. Within city limits, 68 hotels offer a variety of accommodations to fit nearly every budget and tourist's needs. The top five hotels in Corpus Christi based on customer popularity are:
V Boutique Hotel
Warm colors and decor lend a very welcoming presence to this luxurious hotel. Each room is equipped with 37 inch televisions, mini bars, 400 thread count Egyptian cotton sheets, terry cloth robes and more. Each room also has its own specified work space with wired and wireless internet access. Continental breakfast, concierge and maid services are available daily and upon request.
Hampton Inn Corpus Christi - Padre Island
Hampton Inn Corpus Christi is conveniently located just outside the hustle and bustle of the city. Only nine miles from the center of the city and eight miles from the beach, the hotel offers a degree of peace and quiet that several others cannot. Just across the street, two large shopping malls offer something for tourists of nearly every age.
Hilton Garden Inn Corpus Christi
A spacious lobby with elegant woodwork awaits the weary traveler in Hampton Inn Corpus Christi. The hotel is just minutes away from shopping malls and many of Corpus Christi's prime attractions. Each room includes high speed internet access, a microwave, mini refrigerator, coffee maker and a 32 inch flat screen LCD television.
Bahia Mar
Only a twenty-minute drive from Corpus Christi International Airport, Bahia Mar offers 36 suites across the street from the beach. The hotel itself offers direct beach access and extended stay amenities. It is within walking distance of some of Corpus Christi's most popular tourist attractions.
Comfort Suites North Padre Island
Comfort Suites North Padre Island offers amenities such as equipped kitchens and full complimentary hot breakfasts. Each suite offers a ceiling fan, television with HBO and DVD/VCR and wireless and wired internet access. Upon request, guests may book a room with a private balcony and amazing ocean views.
Water Sports in Corpus Christi
The Corpus Christi Beach is one of the top five urban beaches. Corpus Christi Beach is a very popular destination for Texans and tourists from around the world. Corpus Christi Beach and McGee Beach are within walking distance from several hotels and shopping areas. Tourist shops include cafes, restaurants and plenty of souvenir shops.
The beaches are very popular destinations for water sports enthusiasts. Surfers, divers, boaters and jet skiers can often be spotted on the water. Other popular water sport destinations include Choke Canyon Reservoir, Lake Corpus Christi, Lake Texana and the Nueces River.
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