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10/10 Excellent
Aaron P.
8 Aug 2024
Perfect for a quick getaway
Aaron P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More
Family-friendly holiday home with water park and fitness centre
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 873.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Whitecap Beach
- Place, North Padre Island Beach
- Place, Packery Channel
- Airport, Corpus Christi, TX (CRP-Corpus Christi Intl.)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Double Beds
Other Space 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio, Pool & More
Aruba Bay Resort - blu TABG109: Experience a ‘blu-tiful’ retreat: Pet-Friendly, Private Patio and More
Why Guests Love This Property
Guests love blu for its vibrant beach-inspired style, open-concept layout, and private patio perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails. Families enjoy the pet-friendly accommodations, easy beach access, and resort amenities, making every stay both relaxing and fun.
Highlights
Spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom townhouse sleeps 8
Private fenced patio for outdoor relaxation
Open living, dining, and fully equipped kitchen
Washer and dryer for added convenience
Flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi throughout
Access to Aruba Bay Resort pools, Tiki huts, and game room
Short 15-minute walk to the beach
Sleeping Arrangements
Master bedroom: Queen bed with private bathroom (walk-in shower)
Second bedroom: Full-over-full bunk bed
Living area: Queen sleeper sofa
Half bathroom on first floor for guests
Kitchen & Dining
Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops
Seating for ten
Keurig and 12-cup coffee maker
Community Amenities
Resort-style heated swimming pool with two slides
Heated pool and splash pad across the street
Poolside loungers, chairs, tables, and Tiki huts
Clubhouse, game room, and pickleball court
Two-level deck overlooking the canal
Charcoal grills, picnic tables, boat slip rentals, and fish cleaning station
Guest FAQs
Q: Is there a washer and dryer on-site?
A: Yes! The townhouse has a convenient washer and dryer to keep everyone’s beach towels and clothes fresh.
Q: How close is the beach?
A: Just a short 15-minute walk! Grab your sunscreen and flip-flops for a fun day in the sand.
Q: What entertainment options are available?
A: Blu is stocked with flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi for streaming. Plus, Aruba Bay Resort offers pools, a game room, Tiki huts, and a pickleball court.
Q: Is parking available?
A: Yes! Reserved parking for two vehicles in front of the entrance, with additional guest parking nearby.
Location
15-minute walk to the beach
Mustang Island State Park: 7 miles
Padre Island National Seashore: 15 miles
Downtown Corpus Christi: 20 miles
USS Lexington: 26 miles
Texas State Aquarium: 26 miles
Policies & Details
Two-night minimum stay
Rental agreement required; guests must be 25+ with valid ID matching the reservation
Dog-friendly property: maximum of two dogs
Pet fees: $100 (7 days or less), $200 (8–29 days), $300 (30+ days)
Pet cleaning fees: $50 (7 days or less), $75 (8–29 days), $100 (30+ days)
STR Permit #: 307870
Why Guests Love This Property
Guests love blu for its vibrant beach-inspired style, open-concept layout, and private patio perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails. Families enjoy the pet-friendly accommodations, easy beach access, and resort amenities, making every stay both relaxing and fun.
Highlights
Spacious 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom townhouse sleeps 8
Private fenced patio for outdoor relaxation
Open living, dining, and fully equipped kitchen
Washer and dryer for added convenience
Flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi throughout
Access to Aruba Bay Resort pools, Tiki huts, and game room
Short 15-minute walk to the beach
Sleeping Arrangements
Master bedroom: Queen bed with private bathroom (walk-in shower)
Second bedroom: Full-over-full bunk bed
Living area: Queen sleeper sofa
Half bathroom on first floor for guests
Kitchen & Dining
Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops
Seating for ten
Keurig and 12-cup coffee maker
Community Amenities
Resort-style heated swimming pool with two slides
Heated pool and splash pad across the street
Poolside loungers, chairs, tables, and Tiki huts
Clubhouse, game room, and pickleball court
Two-level deck overlooking the canal
Charcoal grills, picnic tables, boat slip rentals, and fish cleaning station
Guest FAQs
Q: Is there a washer and dryer on-site?
A: Yes! The townhouse has a convenient washer and dryer to keep everyone’s beach towels and clothes fresh.
Q: How close is the beach?
A: Just a short 15-minute walk! Grab your sunscreen and flip-flops for a fun day in the sand.
Q: What entertainment options are available?
A: Blu is stocked with flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi for streaming. Plus, Aruba Bay Resort offers pools, a game room, Tiki huts, and a pickleball court.
Q: Is parking available?
A: Yes! Reserved parking for two vehicles in front of the entrance, with additional guest parking nearby.
Location
15-minute walk to the beach
Mustang Island State Park: 7 miles
Padre Island National Seashore: 15 miles
Downtown Corpus Christi: 20 miles
USS Lexington: 26 miles
Texas State Aquarium: 26 miles
Policies & Details
Two-night minimum stay
Rental agreement required; guests must be 25+ with valid ID matching the reservation
Dog-friendly property: maximum of two dogs
Pet fees: $100 (7 days or less), $200 (8–29 days), $300 (30+ days)
Pet cleaning fees: $50 (7 days or less), $75 (8–29 days), $100 (30+ days)
STR Permit #: 307870
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Corpus Christi
Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Padre Island, a neighbourhood in Corpus Christi. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Whitecap Beach and North Padre Island Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Texas Sealife Center and Funtrackers Family Fun Center. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
Corpus Christi, TX
What's nearby
- Whitecap Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- North Padre Island Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
- Bob Hall Pier - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
- Packery Channel - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
- JP Luby Surf Park - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Whataburger - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 6 min drive
- Sonic - 6 min drive
- Padre Island Burger Company - 4 min drive
- La Palma - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
A guest from ,
2 Sept 2025
Blu-tiful retreat
A guest from ,
10/10 Excellent
Jacque S.
7 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jacque S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Monica E.
3 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Monica E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good
Sheri H.
9 July 2024
BLU review
Sheri H.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
4/10 Poor
Kristy E.
20 June 2024
2 Star
Kristy E.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Edelmiro G.
30 Apr 2024
Great time
Edelmiro G.
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10/10 Excellent
A guest from Plano, TX
16 Mar 2024
Great service! The on-site team was wonderful.
A guest from Plano, TX
10/10 Excellent
danny b.
22 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
danny b.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leslie H.
21 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly stay very close to beach
Leslie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Timothy E., Colorado Springs
9 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the stay in North Padre Island
Timothy E.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Derrick C.
31 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful stay for the entire family! We’ll go back for sure!
Derrick C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mario G.
11 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful experience, our kids love the place and pool
Mario G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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