LIGHTHOUSE INN AT ARANSAS BAY ^{* * *}

Overlooking Aransas Bay, the Lighthouse Inn at Aransas Bay is a chic 3-star hotel. It's 1.7 miles (2.7 km) from Rockport Beach and just a 2-minute walk from the Fulton Mansion State Historic Site. Rooms at this hotel are warm and traditional, equipped with free Wi-Fi, cable TV, microwave and mini-fridge. Some rooms offer bay views. Suites feature separate living areas, fully equipped kitchens and dining tables. Parking and buffet breakfast are free of charge. There's also a seafood restaurant with bar and sea view, outdoor pool, whirlpool, fitness center and private fishing pier. The hotel is highly rated for its rooms and location, close to the beach, shops, sights, restaurants and bars.