1442 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, Texas, United States | (36) 185-4340
Strategic location midway between downtown Corpus Christi and outlying beaches
Rooms have wet bars and microwaves; suites feature full kitchens
Free breakfast includes hot and cold items
Attractive outdoor pool with pretty water treatments and an elevated Jacuzzi
Free weekday happy hour
Free parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool looks out at the parking lot
Bland room decor features tired furniture and tube TVs
No full restaurant (several chain restaurants are within walking distance)
Hawthorn Suites Corpus Christi is a solid value hotel with highlights such as an attractive outdoor pool and a free hot-and-cold breakfast buffet. Located in a commercial district, it sits midway between downtown Corpus Christi’s cultural attractions and the beaches to the south of town. The surroundings aren't the sexiest, but it's a convenient spot for exploring the area and saving some cash in the process. Travelers may consider comparing rates with the nearby Holiday Inn Express, however, as its rooms are more attractive and have large flat-screen TVs. The Hawthorn's rooms come equipped with wet bars and microwaves, but the decor is tired.
Scene
Not the most exciting setting, but a solid value for business and leisure travelers
The Hawthorn Suites may sit right beside one of Corpus Christi’s busiest highways, but it’s tucked away from the service road, and palm tree-lined grounds help to cut traffic noise and give the hotel a slightly more secluded vibe. The entrance includes nice decorative touches, such as a pretty fountain, and the lobby's small aquarium and high ceilings make it feel bright and spacious. The lobby also has a small bar area, where a lively weekday happy hour takes place. Nonetheless, the Hawthorn Suites still has the feel of a low to mid-range chain hotel: The decor is dated (from the lobby to the rooms), and though amenities (and freebies) are relatively extensive, they do not go above and beyond.The Hawthorn Suites is well-located for those seeking a middle ground between downtown Corpus Christi’s cultural and historical attractions and the Padre Island beaches. It attracts both leisure and business travelers looking for a convenient location and a hotel with a solid value. Guests may appreciate the hotel's proximity to stores such as Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club; rooms have microwaves and mini-fridges and suites have full kitchens, so guests often save money by eating in. For those who want to eat out, there is a Luby’s next door and several fast-food joints in the area.The Hawthorn Suites features all the usual amenities of a budget chain hotel, including a decent fitness center. The outdoor pool is particularly attractive compared to those at similarly-priced hotels in the area, with pretty tile details and an attached Jacuzzi surrounded by water treatments, and business-friendly amenities include a business center and a large meeting space, which can be hard to come by at a value hotel. However, guests may consider comparing rates with the nearby Holiday Inn before booking as its rooms feature modern decor and large flat-screen TVs. Its indoor pool can't compare to the one at the Hawthorn Suites, but guests of the Holiday Inn can use the outdoor pool at the Staybridge Suites across the street.
Location
In a commercial district mid-way between downtown Corpus Christi and the beaches of Padre Island
Conveniently located in the urban sprawl occupying the space between downtown Corpus Christi and the beaches of Padre Island to the southwest of town, the Hawthorn Suites’ location is good for those wanting to explore both sides of the spectrum and save a bit of money at the same time. Cultural attractions are relatively close by, though there’s nothing within walking distance save for a few chain restaurants.- 15-minute-drive to Corpus Christi International Airport
Rooms
Comfortable enough, but they tend to feel dark and have generic decor
The rooms at the Hawthorn Suites are pretty drab, and do not appear as if they've been updated for a while. Beds are comfy enough, and large work desks are convenient for business travelers, but busy carpets, a lack of lighting, tired striped sofas, plastic plants, and tube TVs give the rooms an overall dated feel.Rooms come equipped with wet bars that include sinks, microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers set on pink granite counters. The same granite is used in the bathrooms, which have shower/tub combos and spacious vanities with stools. The more spacious suites have separate living room areas as well as full kitchens equipped with glassware, dishware, utensils, pots and pans, stovetops, dishwashers, and full-size refrigerators.The rooms at the nearby Holiday Inn and Staybridge Suites are decidedly nicer than those at the Hawthorn: Both feature fresh decor and modern amenities, and studios and suites at the Staybridge include full kitchens, so guests may consider comparing prices before booking.- Comfortable beds
Pool
The pretty outdoor pool is the highlight at this hotel.
The swimming pool at the Hawthorn is small but attractively decorated with pretty tiles and whimsical tile art featuring red crabs, blue dolphins, and swimming sea turtles. The Jacuzzi is separated from the pool by a fountain water treatment, and potted plants and lounge chairs dot the patio area. The pool sits next to a parking lot, but high walls help to protect the area from too much noise, and it certainly bests the indoor pool at the nearby Holiday Inn Express.
Fitness Center
Small fitness center suffices
The fitness center at the Hawthorn is small, and does not include any weight-lifting equipment. However, for a hotel of this price range and size, it suffices. The fitness center at the Holiday Inn Express is slightly more spacious, but offers a similarly limited range of equipment.- Five cardio machines, including a treadmill and two bikes
Family
A solid option for families
The Hawthorn Suites attracts families on a budget, looking for proximity to both downtown Corpus Christi's sights and Padre Island's beaches. The full kitchens in the suites make it convenient for families to eat in, and cribs are available in all rooms. Plus, one-bedroom suites include pull-out sofas, and plenty of the guests' children enjoy splashing around in the pool.
All-Inclusive / Food
Free breakfast served daily in the lobby
Drinks
Weekday happy hour is lively.
One of the hotel's most popular freebies is the weekday happy hour, which takes place at the bar in the lobby. Guests are served drinks and bar snacks.
Services
Services are limited, but typical for a budget hotel
Business and Conventions
Spacious meeting room is larger than those you'd find at similar hotels
Hawthorn Suites is a solid business hotel, not only due to its location just off the highway, but also because of its business-friendly amenities.- Spacious meeting room includes a podium, a projector, and coffee service
Handicap
Several handicap-accessible rooms available
Double Queen One Bedroom Suite
Double Queen Studio Suite
King Accessible Suite
King One Bedroom Suite
King Studio Suite
1442 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, Texas, United States
(36) 185-4340