Sea Shell Inn Motel

Location: 202 Kleberg Place, Corpus Christi, Texas, 78402, Corpus Christi, US

Star Rating: 2 Stars

Property Type: Motels

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Instructions: The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Amenities & Facilities

• Free WiFi
• Picnic area
• Front desk (limited hours)
• Smoke-free property
• Wheelchair accessible parking
• Playground on site
• Free self parking
• Wheelchair-accessible van parking
• Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Rooms Available

• Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beach View

  2 Queen Beds

  406-sq-foot room with beach views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower/tub combination

  Practical - Desk

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)

  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Bedsheets provided

• Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette, Beach View

  2 Queen Beds

  409-sq-foot room with beach views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, and microwave

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower/tub combination

  Practical - Desk

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)

  • TV
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Stovetop
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Bedsheets provided

• Room, 1 King Bed, Beach View

  1 King Bed

  406-sq-foot room with beach views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Refrigerator and microwave

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower/tub combination

  Practical - Desk

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Bedsheets provided

• Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

  2 Queen Beds

  409-sq-foot room with partial sea views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, and microwave

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower/tub combination

  Practical - Desk

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)

  • TV
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Stovetop
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Bedsheets provided

• Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Beach View

  1 King Bed

  409-sq-foot room with beach views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

  Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, and microwave

  Sleep - Bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower/tub combination

  Practical - Desk

  Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • TV
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Stovetop
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Bedsheets provided

Guest Reviews

• Sam (6/5): - We enjoyed our stay, but the exterior of the property does not seem to be well maintained--for example exposed concrete and rebar in the roof of the parking lot.
• Verified traveler (4/5): - Bathroom was not very clean. The sink was clogged. There was very poor water pressure the first day with no water the second. Parts of the building were crumbling, so I couldn't park in a few areas. My room was never cleaned the entire week I was there. No other places available to move to in town.
• Wayne (2/5): Gross! Gross! Gross! - Beware! It's falling down!
• Misty (2/5): - This hotel is in terrible condition and in desperate need of upkeep and repair. The room had live ants all over the floor. The room appeared to not have been vacuumed. The box spring mattress was stained and gross looking. We asked to check out for a refund due to the condition of the hotel. The manager was rude and refused to assist us or approve the check out and refund. We had to come back the next day to talk to the owner for a refund. The owner approved a refund of 4 out of 6 days. We did not even stay 1 night but had to forfeit 2 nights.
• Verified traveler (2/5): Moldy bathroom - Bathroom had mold and definitely looks structurally unstable, great location on beach should invest and renovate.
• Deborah (2/5): - Very dirty and black mold everywhere in the room. Even the small plastic garbage can was covered in black mold. The area around the AC was moldy too. Mattress had heavy stains and smelled. We left the moldy motel 5 minutes after checking in.
• Verified traveler (2/5): Disgusting dump - This motel is an absolute dump in a remote rundown area that was under construction for the new bridge. It was seriously disgusting and depressing and was nothing like what I thought it would be. My husband and two adult children were appalled especially my daughter. Luckily we had a friend in Corpus Christi that we were able to stay with the second night. So we swallowed the cost. The $180/night was an absolute joke regardless of whether it was Memorial Day or not.
• Gaurav (2/5): - Old property, really usnsafe yo stay. Water problem, bed frames are broken and ugly
• Joyce (2/5): - Room wasn filthy. Mattresses badly stained. Fridge dirty. Horrible.
• Verified traveler (8/5): Old but comfortable - The building is old and rough in places, but the room and the beds were comfortable. The outer stairs are kind of terrifying to carry a suitcase up, so definitely use the ones by the office for that! The employees we interacted with were great and very helpful. A good value for the cost and the view can’t be beat!
• Andrea (10/5): -
• Desiree (10/5): - Rooms were very clean. Located in a very good area. I just wish the water pressure was better, and to update the shower head. Other that that, experience was great.
• Ken (4/5): - Totally run down. Needs major updating. Staff very friendly and helpfull. Easy to deal with.
• Edwin (4/5): - Our room was a no smoking room but it stunk like cigarettes
• Matthew (10/5): - Amazing view of the ocean. Staff was very friendly. Perfect spot.
• Carmen (2/5): - Terrible, dead bugs, heating didn’t work correctly.
• Tonya (6/5): - Rooms are outdated. No ice machine. Great view of the bay.
• Cheyenne (8/5): - Nice location to the beach . Werid staff .
• Randy (2/5): - The room was filthy. The shower curtain had red mold, hair, and whiskers in the sink and the bathtub. The fire alarm was disconnected. I had to change the sheets on the bed, and there was a blood stain on the mattress, and it was filthy.
• Randy (4/5): - This place sucks never again
• Tonia (4/5): - The property is in terrible disrepair. The young man in the office was nice & helpful. The stairs were dangerously falling apart. The bed was comfortable & clean for huge most part, except one pillow was questionable. My husband did see a roach in the early morning hours. There was an extremely dirty coffee pot but no cups or coffee. The view was gorgeous at sunrise. Fajitaville next door was a great spot. We would not stay there again.
• chrystal gail (4/5): - Had to drive thru 7 inches of water to get to property if your in a small car it would be scary
• William (10/5): - Nice people
• Nehemiah (10/5): - Good
• Khrystin (8/5): - It's been 10 years since I've been to this place. It's still the same and I always enjoy how close it is to the beach and the pricing is perfect. Thanks again
• Alessandra (10/5): - While it's not a fancy place, it is a nice spot for what we needed. It was easy access to the beach and allowed for us to go back and forth to our room with our child who has medical needs. We would stay here again for the convenience.
• Santiago (10/5): - Great value. Nice view of beach. Spacious and clean room. Staff was very nice.
• Christine (8/5): - The guys that run it are super nice. The rooms are old and not the cleanest but it worked for us. The location was convenient and right on the beach.
• jonathan (8/5): - Perfect right on the beach
• maria (10/5): - Everything was great!
• Jonathan (8/5): - .
• Bryon (10/5): - The Sea Shell Inn is an older motel that is right on the beach. The hotel itself is a bit dated but the rooms are secure, clean and functional, the linens are fresh and the beds are comfy! What else do you need? The young man at the front desk was super friendly and helpful and replaced a lost key with a smile! I will definitely be staying here again! Thank you from the family in #228!
• Mark (10/5): Awesome view - Great view and clean room
• Verified traveler (6/5): - There was no toilet paper left in 2 of the 3 rooms we booked. We checked in on time but immediately left and didn't realize this until it was midnight.
• Emily (6/5): - The location is good. It has a nice view, it's right by the water and the beach is easily accessible and just a short walk away.
• Shirley (8/5): - Always love staying here. Nothing fancy, but it works!!
• Clara (8/5): - This was a good yet inexpensive place to stay. Nice room and very easy access to the beach!
• Michelle (4/5): It exactly as it seems - It was exactly what you think and expect. Budget, no frills but a nice view and chill vibe. What is absolutely inexcusable is no foot shower near the pool area.
• Emily (8/5): - Loved everything about it except for the a.c really didnt cool off the room.
• Alberto (8/5): - .
• Dolores (10/5): Mini affordable vacation - Like the building says, THE BEST SPOT ON THE OCEAN. The nights were peaceful, the room was cold. Its not the newest or cleanest but take a few clorox wipes and call it a day. Worth every penny. Will be back
• Verified traveler (2/5): - Room was old and smells like wet clothes, restroom dirty, we requested for towels around 2:30pm , towels arrived around 8:00
• Cristobal (10/5): - Limited parking
• Verified traveler (8/5): A quiet peaceful getaway - It was a nice place to stay for a couple of days peaceful quiet walking distance to the beach would stay there again
• Bruce (8/5): - This is an older property. Don't expect it to be all new and up to date and you won't be disappointed. The location to the beach and local attractions is fantastic. The view from the rooms is awesome. The price was great for what you get. The room and bedding were clean, (except for the air conditioner vent in the ceiling). We wiped down the counters and such and found it to be clean. The staff was courteous. If you just want a convenient place to hang out and sleep, this is a decent property. We will go back. The covered parking was a plus. There is no elevator because it's ON THE BEACH so you have to use the stairs. I didn't mind, but you may want to request a room on the first level of rooms if that's a problem for you.
• Andrew (6/5): Not for the faint of heart - Price was very low so be aware you get what you pay for. Staff was very friendly and accommodating.
• Verified traveler (4/5): - 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.
• Christopher (2/5): Nasty - 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.
• Rudy (6/5): - Restroom was dirty when we checked in
• Maria (2/5): Bedbugs - Bedbugs all over the room, no AC.
• Nikki (8/5): - Initially, the toilet had poop on the toilet, went and spoke to the office and they had the housekeeper clean it right away. Housekeeper wiped the toilet lid down only. We ended up going to the store and buying cleaning supplies and wipes the walls, doors, shower and toilet ourselves. Other than that initial experience, the location was great, the pool was good, and we had no other issues.
• Joseph (6/5): - Overall the place was decent, right by the beach and views of the USS Lexington Museum. Our stay was stay able, although my wife and I are used to higher rated hotels, you can’t beat the price for staying on the beach here in Corpus.
• Raymond (4/5): - If you have kids it’s very uncomfortable to sleep at this place.. extremely dirty .. employees are all cracked out. My hotel room shared a door with the room next to us. Really weird. Your better off staying on the beach.
• Rosaisela (10/5): - Sweetest owner 💜 let me choose my room ❣️ clean comfy and 1 minute walk to beach ⛱️ private access. Great trip! I will be back. Traveling with small kids.
• Ulissa (10/5): - Love it here! Walk to the beach just perfect for fishing!
• Reynaldo (6/5): - Price is low do you get what you pay for.
• Jonathan (8/5): - The property was adequate for my stay purpose and the staff was very good, professional, courteous and friendly.
• Sylvia (6/5): - Good place to spend the night in Plus the beach is right in front
• Joann (4/5): Beds - Very nice workers but beds were very uncomfortable they need to be replaced
• April (10/5): - 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.
• Katie (6/5): Short Trip - 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.
• Gayle (8/5): - A lot of construction. It made driving confusing. No ice and no coffee. Had to go buy it. Closeness of the beach was great.
• Verified traveler (6/5): Stay during off summer season. - Dated property but clean and comfortable. Basic amenities in the room. Super nice towels. Coffee maker was not cleaned. Quiet.
• Mary (8/5): - The rooms were big and spacious and the beach was nice to see from your room.
• Jackie (10/5): Ss - We had a wonderful quick overnight family trip. No fuss no drama and the most beautiful view to wake up to.
• Martha (8/5): - It’s was easy access to the beach and the Lexington
• Shelley (8/5): - 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!!!!!
• Ulises (2/5): - Easily gets flooded around.
• Helen (10/5): - it was an older motel .but they did keep it maintianed..enjoy walikng on beach. will return
• Maria (10/5): - 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.
• Cynthia (10/5): - Loved that it was right on the beach. Very clean rooms. Richard from customer service was awesome. Can’t wait to come back!!!
• Kevin (8/5): - 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.
• Marisol (10/5): - 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
• Luis a (10/5): - 😀
• Mattie (4/5): Very unclean :/ - 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
• Esmeralda (8/5): - 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.
• Rochelle (6/5): - 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!
• Brandy (10/5): - 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.
• Esmeralda (10/5): - Had a good day , my daughter played in the pool . It was very clean and comfortable. Friendly place.
• Vanessa (8/5): - NICE VIEW OF THE OCEAN. PROPERTY IS RUN DOWN AND OUTDATED, BUT BEDS WERE COMFORTABLE.
• Stephanie (2/5): - 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.
• Denise (2/5): - 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.
• Sara (10/5): Family trip 2023! - 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!
• Maria (8/5): - 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.
• Raul (2/5): - 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
• Marisa (10/5): Corpus trip - The front desk was nice! Welcoming! Although the room was a little outdated, the location for 1 night was great!
• Robert (6/5): Meh its on the beach - 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.
• richard (2/5): trash - 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
• Sara (4/5): - The building is in need of repairs. Spotty house keeping in general in our room as well as on the exterior. Rusted screws and nails on the stairs were concerning. Positive parts were great view of the beach and the A/C worked.
• INEZ (6/5): - Great location
• Maria (2/5): Dirty place crack heads - 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 !!!
• Wayne (6/5): - Got what I paid for. Cleaner then expected but not clean Noisy Terrible beds
• Rigoberto (2/5): - 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
• Oziel (6/5): - Cheapest price on North Beach, but the Inn needs a significant improvement in and outside the property. Very old building.
• Verified traveler (4/5): - Felt unsanitary found mold at bottom of the shower curtain. Loved the beach view
• antonio (8/5): - We liked how close the ocean is from the motel room …. Catch the sunrise every morning… staff was ok .. we need a couple of toiletries.. seemed like we bothering them … we will stay again in the future
• Lucy (4/5): - Just that is right by the sea
• Roxanne (6/5): - The room was ok a little dingy but otherwise ok I think the rate was a little high for what the room looked like but I guess it was ok
• James (8/5): - The location is excellent! The hotel is acceptable for the price. It could use some remodeling and updating but that will drive the price up.
• Samantha (10/5): - May not be a fancy 5 star hotel, But Location gives this place a 5 star rating & this will be where we stay from now on! Staff was great too. Not having to drive to the beach was so convenient for our family!!!! & eliminated the sandy car mess, thank God!! Only complaint was that the walls are extremely thin & the other guests didn’t respect the hotel’s “quiet time” in the evening.

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