Alister Square Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Port Aransas Beach

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Deluxe Suite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast area
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Reception
Deluxe Suite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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122 South Alister St, Port Aransas, TX, 78373
  • Place, Port Aransas Birding Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, IB Magee Beach Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Aransas Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Budget Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(93 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room - Disability Access

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two-Bedroom Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Port Aransas

Alister Square Inn places you within a 5-minute walk of Nature Preserves and Port Aransas Museum. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 52 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Port Aransas Birding Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Roberts Point Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Horace Caldwell Pier - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • IB Magee Beach Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Port Aransas Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sip Yard - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪San Juan Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Fins Grill & Icehouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Port A Pizzeria - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Alister Square Inn

Hotel with free parking, near Port Aransas Beach
Guests of Alister Square Inn enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include a banquet hall and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Dining areas, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 21 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Alister Square Inn Hotel
Alister Square Inn Port Aransas
Alister Square Inn Hotel Port Aransas

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Alister Square Inn?

Alister Square Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near Alister Square Inn?

This hotel in Port Aransas is within a 10-minute walk of Port Aransas Birding Center, Nature Preserves, and Port Aransas Museum. You'll also find IB Magee Beach Park and Roberts Point Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Alister Square Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Alister Square Inn have a casino?

No, Alister Square Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Alister Square Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Alister Square Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include kitchens and minibars.

Does Alister Square Inn have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Alister Square Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Alister Square Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Alister Square Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Alister Square Inn for a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Alister Square Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Alister Square Inn?

The closest major airport to Alister Square Inn is Rockport, TX (RKP-Aransas County), which is 24 mi away (44 minutes by car). Another top airport is Corpus Christi Intl. Airport (CRP), which is around 27.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Alister Square Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Alister Square Inn.

Alister Square Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 483 out of 979 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 979 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 979 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 979 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 979 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Megan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is pretty gross. There was a bloody booger on the inside of the shower curtain, the towels had stains on them, toothpaste on the walls (at least I hope it was toothpaste), and the door was badly broken like someone got angry in a fight or something. The mattress on one bed felt just like the springs while the other mattress was comfortable but the sheets were put on inside out. I guess you get what you pay for but I felt very gross being in that room. The girl up front was not very friendly either but that was the least of my worries.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

tabitha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly. Breakfast area was adequately clean. Did not appreciate that the hotel was pretty empty and they decided to put someone upstairs above us with a kid that was up runnning and stomping until 1am. Otherwise ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward

Traveled with family and small children
Liked it was a convenient drive to the beach. Price was affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

olen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place in the center of everything on the island
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael, New braunfels

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Still best place to stay on island. But holy cow it was loud this time. Thin walls. Loud people on every side of us. Bed late. Up early. Stayed here 10 plus times
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Giovanna

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for quick trip to the beach. The location of hotel was great. The hotel itself was ok but not sure I would stay here again. Didn't have major issues with the hotel besides our door knob being semi broken. The guests that stayed same night with us were so bad. They like to stand outside and you can hear everything. It was so noisy so we didn't sleep good at all. Can hear everything above you. I also wish the employees would wear some type of uniform or even a Tshirt with hotel name. Also if you want ice, one ice machine is broken and the other, well you have to beat the people who are filling chests for fishing. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Go to spot for small family

Always my go to. Consistently clean, quiet, friendly staff, good breakfast and great rate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Anthony

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lou Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was wonderful enjoy it while we were there the only thing was the drain in the sink was very slow draining but overall very nice and clean Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The general experience was ok. The neighbors above were rude and partied all night for both nights. Other than that the cost per night was above average. The parking close to the building was blocked by rental carts. As partiality disabled was bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gay

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Available
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time here, it was a good place to stay. It was clean and convenient to other places of interest. Reasonable price. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No frills motel.

This motel is okay if you are just looking for a place to sleep and shower. I immediately noticed that the room was warm and humid. I voiced my concern to the clerk and she put me in another room where the AC was in working order. The location is good. I booked my stay for a Sunday, the rate was slightly under $100, however, when considering booking Saturday, I noticed that the rates were drastically higher, like over $300 for a Saturday night. I travel often and this motel is definitely not worth spending over $300 a night!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Moses

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The 5 Star Reviews are Misleading

The recent 5 star reviews are all misleading. Dirty rooms - pubic hair on bathroom floor, old moldy peach round gummies in cabinet, dirty glassware. Internet doesn't work for any rooms except, conveniently, the front desk. More than $250/night for dirty room, no wifi, and cable tv that is small and barely works. Most channels do not work. Pool was green, hot tub empty. I came here based on the recent 5 star reviews, which were very misleading. Next time I visit Port A, I will spend more and go elsewhere.
Random "curly" hair.
Bed not fully done
Green pool water
Empty hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Polite staff and clean rooms. Beds and AC not good

Beds were very uncomfortable and air conditioning would not cool room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

alessa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible Experience – Do Not Recommend This place was absolutely filthy. The carpets were dirty, the bathrooms were dirty , and the sheets looked like they hadn’t been changed – full of marks and unpleasant smells. I felt uncomfortable the entire stay. Definitely not worth the money. Avoid if you care about cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

The hotel was great, clean, and staff was friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025