Sea Shell Inn Motel
About this motel
Sun and fun on the beach, near USS Lexington Museum on the Bay Guests at this beach motel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills. Sea Shell Inn Motel offers 25 accommodations. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Corpus Christi motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
TV
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Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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Reviews
3.4/5.0
Average(821 Reviews)
1.0
Room was old and smells like wet clothes, restroom dirty, we requested for towels around 2:30pm , towels arrived around 8:00
4.0
It was a nice place to stay for a couple of days peaceful quiet walking distance to the beach would stay there again
3.0
Price was very low so be aware you get what you pay for. Staff was very friendly and accommodating.
2.0
The view was the only good thing about this stay. We have stayed in this hotel in previous years and have been very happy with the location and cleanliness of the space. This time around not so much. the bathtub filled with water and did not drain the entire stay, so no showers after the first one (we have 5 in our party) when we addressed this to the front desk, he just told me a plumber would be there the next day, never saw one. the sink in the kitchenette dripped constantly and the door wouldn't lock correctly.
1.0
Room was nasty there was a couple dead bugs and roaches dead by the window and the was a lot of hair on both beds my room had not toilet paper i left right after i checked in and stayed at another hotel. I didn’t get a refund but at that point I didn’t care i was not gonna stay the night there.
1.0
Very nice workers but beds were very uncomfortable they need to be replaced
10.0
It was fine for two nights
10.0
Our stay at the Sea Shell was nice and accommodating. The only complaint that I would have is that my parents have trouble climbing to the third floor, and the steps are uneven and treacherous. I asked for different more accessible rooms on a lower floor to no avail. The room was clean, quiet, and had a beautiful view.
Thank you.
2.0
We took a quick family trip in June. This was the cheaper option near the Aquarium, USS Lexington and walkable to the beach. The water was way too choppy when we went to get in, not the motels fault. However, the pictures of the motel are really deceiving. I understand when paying lower price you get what you pay for, but this was awful. Rusty, dirty rooms, stuff from the people before you on the floor (hair, gum wrappers, etc) the table tops were dirty, the headboard was broke, ceiling was disgusting, kitchen was dirty, bathroom was okay. It’s one thing when you see pictures of so so rooms and then you expect it, but when you expect what the listing reflects then actually arrive, it’s awful. Stairs, stairs and stairs. I don’t mind but when you have a 2 year old it was cumbersome. We swam in the pool one night, it wasn’t the cleanest and people were just out there smoking cigarettes while I have an 2 year old out there and they had their own kids. Shame. Only positive was the view from our room.
4.0
A lot of construction. It made driving confusing. No ice and no coffee. Had to go buy it. Closeness of the beach was great.
2.0
Dated property but clean and comfortable. Basic amenities in the room. Super nice towels. Coffee maker was not cleaned. Quiet.
4.0
The rooms were big and spacious and the beach was nice to see from your room.
4.0
It’s was easy access to the beach and the Lexington
5.0
Ok
4.0
I will absolutely stay here again.
Pros: very friendly service from the staff. I needed a fan and after day 2 needed more TP and they had it to us shortly. Walk literally to the beach in less then a minute. Totally clean.
Cons: No elevator which is fine for me, but the stairs are fairy steep. No continental breakfast. This place is old, and it shows, but for the price what do you expect? It’s also Mosquito city! Holy crap, I was eaten alive, so bring bug spray!!!!!
1.0
Easily gets flooded around.
5.0
it was an older motel .but they did keep it maintianed..enjoy walikng on beach. will return
10.0
It's not the Hilton, but you know that going in. Its a little strange when you first come in because its dated, but that is in other reviews.
The spout in the tub is loose & needd caulking. I would somehow hide all the wires hanging from the TV. There are no elevators, so getting my baggage to the third floor wasn't easy.other than that, The beach is your front yard. It's clean. There are no roches. The A/C works.
I came in mid September, so the beach was nice and uncrowded.
3.0
Loved that it was right on the beach. Very clean rooms. Richard from customer service was awesome. Can’t wait to come back!!!
4.0
This was perfect for beach side properties to USS LEXINGTON and Texas State Aquarium in Corpus Christi. Had the kitchenette room and brought food to cut expenses. Was clean and safe.
5.0
Area was good. And have a fridge and microwave and you can seat on the table lookimg at the beach amd lookimg at the uss lexington ship
1.0
I picked this hotel since it backs up to the beach, just a two minute walk and you’re at the shoreline! That is SO nice. Sadly, they have no ice, the pool is dirty but the worst part is the room is nasty. There was sand all over our floor, the comforter had dried gosh, no telling what it was in several places. The shower was gross, sand and stains in the tub. Missing handles in the cabinet, and visible dried liquids that have dropped down on them. The refrigerator had brown liquid frozen in the freezer section and the outside had nasty grime all over it. Even my kids were disgusted by this room and one is only six years old. The curtain to the window was hanging down at the top right side. There was a rag stuffed into the crack in the bathroom that led to the next room! Only book here if you don’t mind being in leftover unknown stuff
3.0
The staff were super friendly and helpful. Chips under the fridge door and dirty dinning chairs combined with fading paint were overlooked when we realized that we were right by the beach!
4.0
We've been here many times since 2002 and we've always liked it and have recommended it to all oir friends and family. But over all this was a good quick visit however office staff could be a little more friendlier and greet customers with a smile at least.
5.0
Clean room, super cold A/C was perfect for the hot days. Beautiful ocean view and steps from the sand. So nice to just be able to set up on the sand for the day and walk to your room as needed. The pool felt great too. The staff was really friendly and it was nice to have covered parking. Walking to the gift shops, restaurants, the Lexington and Aquarium was a plus. Once you park, you really don’t have to drive anywhere. Will be back.
3.0
Had a good day , my daughter played in the pool . It was very clean and comfortable. Friendly place.
4.0
NICE VIEW OF THE OCEAN.
PROPERTY IS RUN DOWN AND OUTDATED,
BUT BEDS WERE COMFORTABLE.
1.0
The room was very Dirty. Food was left in the refrigerator there were no towels no toilet paper beds were not made and the sheets and blankets were filthy and stained from the prior guest. Talked to the owner and he said there was nothing he could. The staff was apologetic and said they had many complaints from other guest. They said the cleaning crew they hired wasn't doing there job. So we took pictures and asked for at least some credit but the owner refused even after the owner saw the pictures. We will never stay here again. I booked thru Expedia and when I got to the room they game me a receipt with someone else's name on it but had me sign for the room. So they gave me someone else's room instead of the room I booked. We were here for an event and had other members stay at the same hotel with the same issues and they took pictures as well.
1.0
Our room had a kitchen. We made a roast in the crock pot.We went to bed approx 11pm and woke up 1 hour later with roaches crawling on us in bed and they were all over the kitchen. All over our food. It was disgusting. We told management and they won't refund the money. This place is a dive.
3.0
It was a great stay affordable, convenient. Great location and my kids and I loved it! Great friendly staff! It’s not a 5 star but clean, great AC clean pool! Amazing view!
2.0
The room was clean, bed sheets were clean. The hotel in general needs some work but my stay was comfortable for the price and the location was great.
1.0
Room was extremely dirty , towels and pillows had red brown stains . Fridge was dirty too . The toilet paper was not a new one and the office is always closed. Rooms don’t look nothing like the pictures even bed frames are so different from photos. All I can say is yes the price is okay because it’s right across from the beach but never again here . I didn’t complain to them it was pointless. Lesson learned
3.0
The front desk was nice! Welcoming! Although the room was a little outdated, the location for 1 night was great!
1.0
stayed for one night and from midnight to 6am my fishing poles and tackle box where stolen out of the bed of my truck tried to talk to management and none of there cameras work just for show
2.0
This is a 40$ a night place.
Not clean run down had to ask for more pillows and towels.
You are on the beach though.
3.0
Great location
1.0
This place is not up to STANDARDS we booked 3 Rooms and a syringe was found in the shower in one of the rooms this is not acceptable we travel as a drug free family and paid a pretty penny we expect clean rooms !!! We WILL NOT BE STAYING AT THIS TRASHY PLACE EVER AGAIN !!!
2.0
Got what I paid for.
Cleaner then expected but not clean
Noisy
Terrible beds
1.0
Room was dirty beds were hard restroom was dirty, homeless people were around the property, pool water was yellow color, will not stay there again
3.0
Cheapest price on North Beach, but the Inn needs a significant improvement in and outside the property. Very old building.
FAQs
How much does this motel cost compared to others in Corpus Christi?
The average price for a rental in Corpus Christi is $277 per night. This rental is $212 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this motel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sea Shell Inn Motel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Sea Shell Inn Motel. Enjoy the water!
Is Sea Shell Inn Motel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Sea Shell Inn Motel?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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