Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 10:30 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but is subject to availability and may incur additional charges.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Corpus Christi's Bay Area, within a 15-minute drive of Texas State Aquarium and Seaside Funeral Home. It is approximately 2.2 miles from Oso Beach Municipal Golf Course and 2.3 miles from Sunrise Mall.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

One child aged 1 year old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Catalina Motel in Corpus Christi

Average nightly price at Catalina Motel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$44
February	$59
March	$48
April	$46
May	$50
June	$51
July	$57
August	$52
September	$54
October	$48
November	$49
December	$46

What guests think

At Catalina Motel, travelers describe a budget, no frills stay in a very convenient waterside location, with many noting quiet nights and decent bed comfort, but also frequent comments about the property being old and in need of updates.

Cleanliness and maintenance are mixed: several report roaches, odors, stained linens, leaks, or AC and hot water issues, while many others found rooms and beds acceptably clean. Service is often friendly and accommodating, though there are serious complaints about unprofessional behavior, unexpected fees, denied refunds, and safety concerns in the parking area. Amenities are limited for a simple motel; one review notes the pool was closed, while others appreciated well lit grounds and flexible parking for boats. Overall, expect a basic budget stop with convenient waterfront access and variable room conditions.

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Facilities

Very basic setup with limited amenities. Some mention the pool being closed, but the grounds are well lit and staff can accommodate boat parking.

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Pamela

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's well lit you feel safe and it's quiet . Perfect location for my chemo treatments and get back to rest and walk a bit on the peer. The staff is curtious and helpful

8

Jeff

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice, quiet, and small property without noisy or rowdy guests. It was a perfect location near the beaches and downtown. It's a basic motel without the amenities I never use anyways. Perfect home base for a quiet, relaxing weekend trip to the beach. I will stay there again.

10

Sarah

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Owners were super friendly and sweet. We had our boat so they put us at the far end so we had more room for parking. Its an older outdated place, but over all it was clean and the beds and pillows were cleand and comfortable. If your out an about with things planned and really just need a place to sleep a few hours and shower, this is the place! We will definitely comeback!

10

Pamela

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I love to stay at this motel I have cancer and it is close to my cancer center and hospital in case of reactions but more than that the owners are a nice family it is well lit at night and the beds are comfortable. I enjoy that there is cole park close by and peers to walk and enjoy the view this is the perfect place for me

6

Jose

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pool was closed. Kinda dumpy

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Cleanliness

Inconsistent: many guests found rooms and linens clean, but numerous reports cite roaches and other insects, odors, stained bedding, hair in bathrooms, mold, leaks, and overflowing trash, along with occasional hot water problems.

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Joshua

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

It's not a five-star hotel but it was very clean the bed was very hard but at the same time it was soft and I got a good night's sleep I like a firm bed it's good for my back but very clean

6

Kristopher

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Water wasn’t that hot for a shower and there was still hair in the shower area and the toilette seat was to small for the toilette and looked lk it was recycled and drug across the road

10

BEATRICE

Jun 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Last minute booking. 1970's style motor inn. But surprisingly clean and NO SIGN OF PESTS!

8

David

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice place. Clean quiet. Great value.

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Joseph

Jun 20, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I must say I had reservations on booking here when I saw the picture of the hotel itself. But the picture of the room and the reviews I saw made me go against my initial thoughts and I booked a room. Well let’s say I should’ve stuck with my initial thoughts. My room was nothing like pictured. I walked in to a room that was dark and extremely hot because they did not have the AC on during 100• temps. By dark I mean not inviting as the pictures suggest. Even with lights on and blinds open it did no justice. The paint was very old and covered in dust. The sink leaked from pipe when water was on. The toilet would not flush properly. The bedding was old and damaged. The only thing I would say was good about this place was the pillows and location. If it wasn’t for it being non refundable and my money being short I would’ve found somewhere else to go as soon as I opened the door. I’m assuming the other rooms were better than mine to see 7.0 reviews. There’s no way room #29 would get a 1.

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Juan

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I would really like to speak to some one about my stay I have pictures. The room had water, restroom and a bed sleep but Nats spider and insects. A big went in my sons ear wile he was asleep. thankful when he got up my wife brushed it out his ear. Nasty mold or growth in shower curtain window. I don’t know if that shampoo was left behind or came with the room it says red roof in. I did not dare to use. We had no where to throw trash as all cans were full over filling

2

Riordan

Jul 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very worn-down property — I’d say you get what you pay for, but our sheets weren’t even cleaned properly, with obvious and disgusting stains present. The comforter had numerous cigarette burns in it. The toilet had issues that threatened to overflow it even when going #1.

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Kathryn

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Catalina is perfect if you are looking for a place to rest between heading to the beach. Beds are clean and comfortable. It needs updating but for the price I can easily overlook it. We had two rooms and one had an overwhelming smoke smell, the other was a bit more updated and better.

10

Derrel

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ac was cold, shower worked well, we slept great! In a good location and was clean!

4

Jesse

May 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room smelled dingy

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Rooms

Basic, dated rooms that are generally quiet with beds often described as comfortable. Several mention AC not cooling, outdated furnishings and limited outlets, plus occasional TV or WiFi access issues.

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Johnny

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The a/c didn’t work it was hot in the room

8

Thomas

May 14, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

If you need a crash pad for the night, this place works just fine. Its a very old property so adjust your expectations accordingly. I stayed 6 nights and it got the job done.

6

Abdullah

May 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This place was okay. I have had way worse in the past so this place wasn't too bad. The only thing I have to say is, we never got the password to the wifi so we did not get access to that. Then there was a big wolf spider in the bathtub, which of course made the wife jump. I had to kill it. The AC's could use major cleaning or a replacement. I work in a lot of AC units and windoe units. The AC units they have has a lot of mold in it which does make the air a bit toxic to breth in. Especially for the people who are allergic.

2

Candace

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

To whom it mayconcern My stay at the hotel was extreme hot. The portwble ac unit did not cool off the room.

4

John

May 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

General property needs to be updated, looks a little slumish. Room did not have any closets or any area for hanging clothes. No TV in bedroom area. Bathroom was nice & clean.

6

Brent

Jun 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Good if you're on a budget. Room was clean had adequate lighting & AC, but no accessible electrical outlets other than the one next to the sink.

10

Pamela

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I love to stay at this motel I have cancer and it is close to my cancer center and hospital in case of reactions but more than that the owners are a nice family it is well lit at night and the beds are comfortable. I enjoy that there is cole park close by and peers to walk and enjoy the view this is the perfect place for me

6

Linda

Jul 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was old needs work but if you just need a bed it works. Had a plastic chair to sit in was not comfortable. Tub looked new and bathroom sink looked new but all the rest needs updating. It was quiet , good location.

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Kathryn

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Catalina is perfect if you are looking for a place to rest between heading to the beach. Beds are clean and comfortable. It needs updating but for the price I can easily overlook it. We had two rooms and one had an overwhelming smoke smell, the other was a bit more updated and better.

10

Derrel

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ac was cold, shower worked well, we slept great! In a good location and was clean!

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Service

Many describe friendly, accommodating staff with easy check in and quick fixes. However, there are serious complaints about unexpected fees, safety incidents involving staff or other guests, and refund disputes.

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Rosemary

Sep 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

When we had a issue the maintance man fixed it right away. Very nice people

2

Stephen Brent

Oct 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Supposed manager physically assaulted me, and Verbally Abusive in a language I don't understand. Treatment by group of 7 different group members equally.

10

Pamela

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's well lit you feel safe and it's quiet . Perfect location for my chemo treatments and get back to rest and walk a bit on the peer. The staff is curtious and helpful

6

Irma

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff member requested an additional service fee.

10

Christina

Sep 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff is very helpful and not to mention friendly. The rooms were clean, after a long drive all I wanted was the rest and I hadn’t realized check in was till 4 pm the lady was nice enough to check me in a bit earlier … I will come back !!!!!

10

Nicholas

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great customer service. Clean, cheap

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Alex

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Extremely unsafe. My girlfriend was stalked twice in the parking lot by another occupant in the 6 minutes between when she arrived and I did. Then when I caught him the third time and he returned to his room, we requested a new room. Our new room (room 39) was filled with 2 live roaches, a huge dread roach, mosquitoes, stained bed sheets and an AC unit that was unable to cool the room after 2 full hours. In over 250 low budget hotel stays, I’ve never complained or had to ask for a refund. I was not given one and was told by the manger Suresh Patel that I was lying.

8

Jennifer

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was good location and good for the price. Easy check in and quiet area

10

Richard

Aug 15, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Very accommodating and very understanding

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Sarah

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Owners were super friendly and sweet. We had our boat so they put us at the far end so we had more room for parking. Its an older outdated place, but over all it was clean and the beds and pillows were cleand and comfortable. If your out an about with things planned and really just need a place to sleep a few hours and shower, this is the place! We will definitely comeback!

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Location

Convenient spot by the water, near the beach, parks, and downtown, handy for the hospital and cancer center. A few note limited sandy beach access and occasional concerns about the immediate area.

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Michael

Jul 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay, near downtown, and good overnight rate. Will stay again.

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Pamela

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's well lit you feel safe and it's quiet . Perfect location for my chemo treatments and get back to rest and walk a bit on the peer. The staff is curtious and helpful

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Tony

Jul 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was perfect. Next to the beach and near everything.

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Carla

Mar 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All I ever care about is a clean bed and cold room. This place had that, so for me it worked. I was there because my husband was having surgery, but if you want to play at the beach, it’s across the street. It is on Ocean Drive, so there is fishing, play areas, running paths, maybe even a summer concert series happening nearby. The woman who checked me in was sweet. We did run out of toilet paper, but got by. We did have two towels, two wash cloths and two hand towels. I was in room 30. There appears to be a water leak somewhere because the floor was wet. The floor had shoe prints on the tile and a cigarette butt behind the night stand. The shower was newer and tile around sink was too, but no hot water at sink. Clearly needs some TLC but for a good night sleep, it worked for me. Oh and the a/c makes a great amount of noise but I prefer that over silence. Would I stay again? You bet. I’m easy to please.

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Jeff

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice, quiet, and small property without noisy or rowdy guests. It was a perfect location near the beaches and downtown. It's a basic motel without the amenities I never use anyways. Perfect home base for a quiet, relaxing weekend trip to the beach. I will stay there again.

10

Lorraine

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It's right by the water .

10

Michael

Aug 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I liked the motel rate, and it's location on Ocean drive.

10

Pamela

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I love to stay at this motel I have cancer and it is close to my cancer center and hospital in case of reactions but more than that the owners are a nice family it is well lit at night and the beds are comfortable. I enjoy that there is cole park close by and peers to walk and enjoy the view this is the perfect place for me

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Elizabeth

Feb 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

What I liked is every time I come I like cause it's quite peaceful ground floor . The price is good . Close to fishing and other places . What I didn't like this time was the TV went out the first night the person came to fix it then it went out after 10 minutes . Went back to say hey tv out again . They said they wouldn't fix it till next day so that whole night was boring without tv. Went to sleep early .they did come the next morning but it was to fix it but . . But I will come and stay here again. TV going out won't stop me coming back to this place .

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Derrel

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ac was cold, shower worked well, we slept great! In a good location and was clean!

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Dining

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Derrel

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not crowded! No coffee

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Catalina Motel

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Basic Room, 1 Bedroom

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