Townhouse - Rating 3.8 (5)

Aruba Bay Resort - Whalecome Inn TABG122

$95.00 - $438.00 / night + taxes & fees

Bedroom 2 bedrooms
Bathroom 2 baths
Guests 7 guests
Pets Allowed Pets Allowed

  • Address: 15122 Boca Grandi Drive
  • Location: Waterfront (on Bay/Canal)
  • Type: Townhouse

Bedding Bedding
Primary Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Attached Bathroom

Guest Bedroom
Sleeps: 3
1 Twin
1 Twin/Twin Trundle

Living Room
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen Sleeper Sofa


Description Description

Aruba Bay Resort - Whalecome Inn TABG122: Pet-Friendly Escape | 2 Heated Pools, Pickleball and Beach Nearby

Please note: Due to Stage 3 Water Restrictions, the pool water features are temporarily unavailable until further notice.

Why Guests Love This Property
Whalecome Inn is a bright and playful townhouse ideal for families, friends, or couples seeking a coastal getaway. Enjoy a spacious open-concept living area, a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and a private patio perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. With two heated pools, water slides, a splash pad, and plenty of resort amenities nearby, this property makes it easy to mix relaxation and fun.

Highlights
Open living, dining, and kitchen area
Private fenced patio with seating
Washer and dryer on-site
Two resort-style heated pools with slides
Pet-friendly with space for up to two dogs
Short walk to the beach, close to Mustang Island State Park and Padre Island National Seashore

Sleeping Arrangements
Master bedroom (first floor): King size bed, private bathroom with walk-in shower
Second bedroom (second floor): Two twin beds with twin trundle
Living area (second floor): Queen size sleeper sofa
Bathrooms: Two full bathrooms—one on the first floor, one on the second floor
Clean Bed Promise: We wash every sheet, towel, and comforter after each stay at our in-house professional facility at over 140°F, exceeding CDC standards.

Kitchen and Dining
Fully equipped kitchen on the second floor
Seating for eight
Keurig coffee maker

Community Amenities
Heated resort-style pool with two slides
Heated pool and splash pad across the street
Poolside loungers, Tiki huts, picnic tables
Clubhouse and game room
Pickleball court and two-level deck overlooking the canal
Charcoal grills, boat slip rentals, fish cleaning station

Guest FAQs
Q: Is the kitchen and living area on the first floor?
A: No, the kitchen and main living area are on the second floor, while the master bedroom and first full bathroom are on the first floor.

Q: How close is the beach?
A: Just a 15-minute walk, perfect for quick trips to soak up the sun.

Q: Are there bathrooms for all guests?
A: Yes! There are two full bathrooms—one on the first floor and one on the second floor.

Q: Is there space to relax outdoors?
A: Yes! The private fenced patio is great for coffee, evening drinks, or just unwinding.

Location
Mustang Island State Park: 7 miles
Padre Island National Seashore: 15 miles
Downtown Corpus Christi: 20 miles
USS Lexington and Texas State Aquarium: 26 miles

Policies and Details
Minimum stay: 2 nights
Primary guest must be 25+ with valid ID matching the reservation
Signed Rental Agreement is required prior to check-in
Dog Friendly Property: Maximum of Two Dogs/No Weight Restriction
Pet Fees: For stays of 1–29 days, the pet fee is $100 per pet plus a $50 cleaning fee, and for stays of 30+ days, the pet fee is $300 per pet plus a $100 cleaning fee

STR Permit #: 307748


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Amenities 117 Amenities
  • BBQ Area
  • Pickleball
  • Pool
Accommodations
  • Dining Room Area
  • Pets Considered
Attractions
  • Marina
  • Museums
  • Water Parks
Car
  • Recommended
Entertainment
  • Foosball
  • Games
  • Pool Table
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming
  • Television
  • TV in every room
Essentials
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bed Linens
  • Dryer
  • Game Room
  • Garage
  • Hair Dryer
  • Hangers
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Kitchen
  • Laptop Friendly
  • Living Room
  • Private Entrance
  • Towels
  • Washer
  • Wifi
Facility
  • Fitness Room / Equipment
  • Free Reserved Parking
  • Street Parking
Home Safety
  • Clean with disinfectant
  • Deadbolt lock on entryway
  • Emergency phone number: Fire
  • Emergency phone number: Medical
  • Emergency phone number: Police
  • Enhanced cleaning practices
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • High touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant
  • No-contact check-in and check-out
  • Outdoor lighting
  • SafeHome (VRMA & VRHP)
  • Smoke Detector
  • Towels and bedding washed in water that's at least 60sC/140sF
Kitchen
  • 12-Cup Coffee Maker
  • Blender
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dining table
  • Dinnerware & Glassware
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Dishes & utensils for kids
  • Dishwasher
  • Keurig Coffee Maker
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Pots & Pans
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
Leisure
  • Antiquing
  • Beachcombing
  • Bird Watching
  • Boating
  • Horseback Riding
  • Horseshoes
  • Paddle Boating
  • Photography
  • Scenic drives
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Walking
Local
  • ATM/bank
  • Hospital
  • Laundromat
Location
  • Near Ocean
  • Resort
  • Waterfront
Outdoor
  • Fenced Pool
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Outdoor Play Area
  • Sun Deck
PadreEscapes.com Locations
  • Close to Beach
  • Waterfront (on Bay/Canal)
Pool
  • Communal Pool
  • Heated Pool
Special
  • Flexible Arrival Day
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • Staff
Sports
  • DeepSea Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Fishing - Bay
  • Fishing - Fly
  • Fishing - Surf
  • Jet Skiing
  • Para-gliding
  • Para-sailing
  • Pier Fishing
  • Roller Blading
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling
  • Sound/Bay Fishing
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
  • Water skiing
  • Water Tubing
  • Wind Surfing
Themes
  • Adventure
  • Budget
  • Family
  • Sports Activities
  • Tourist Attractions

Reviews Rating 3.8 (5) Reviews
Rating 5
Whalecome Inn is Perfect!
This unit gives the perfect Whalecome as soon as you walk through the door. The layout is Amazing!!! Perfect location with great amenities to enjoy. The idea of the master suite downstairs gives the best privacy!!!! Kitchen and living room with 2nd bedroom all upstairs is AMAZING!!! This unit is definitely a favorite of ours and we WILL be returning.
Valerie G. from San Antonio, TX - Posted: 6/10/2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear the layout and location made such a great impression — especially the master suite downstairs for that extra privacy. It’s fantastic to know Whalecome Inn has become a favorite for you, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!
Padre Escapes staff
Rating 2
Love the unit, public amenities need maintenance
This is our 3rd stay at Aruba Bay and Wholesome Inn. We absolutely love the unit and location. Unfortunately, we are disappointed in the overall maintenance of the public amenities. The first year we came, there were organized activities for families (s'mores by the pool, fishing) which we loved and our kids looked forward to, we found out the 2nd year this was no longer happening which was a disappointment. The slide pool, which is one of our main attractions to the Aruba Bay property, is always overcrowded. We usually escape to the other pool for some peace and safety from too many people etc. This year the pools were honestly disgusting to say the least. Both pools waterline tile was disgusting with grime and gunk of which I suspect is sunscreen etc and understand at the beach this is hard to combat however, it looked as though it hadn't been deep cleaned in a very long time. It was uninviting along with the hairballs that were found in the pools and of course the overcrowding just continues to get worse and worse each year. The birds nesting in the slide pool covering and the amount of bird poop on top of the slides is awful and disgusting not to mention the risk of germs and diseases carried by birds. There was missing limestone tiles on the slide pillars and mold and algae growing everywhere. As far as the unit, as previously stated, we love the unit, the furnishing and the household items available are always perfect for our stay and it feels like our home away from home. I did notice this year there is some mold around the air conditioning vent in the living room as you walk towards the bedroom and bathroom. I didn't notice this until the last day but do wonder if it contributed to our daughter starting to have respiratory symptoms by the 3rd day of the trip. We enjoyed our vacation as we found a lot of things to do away from the property but we are not sure we will be back to Aruba Bay or any other properties managed by Padre Escapes in the future.
Anonymous from Temple - Posted: 6/7/2025
Thank you for being loyal guests and for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you love the unit and find it feels like your home away from home. We truly appreciate your kind words about the furnishings and household items. We’re very sorry to hear about your concerns with the maintenance and cleanliness of the public amenities, especially the pools. Please know that these issues, including overcrowding and cleanliness, have been addressed with the property management team to ensure a better experience moving forward. We also took immediate action regarding the AC vent, which has been inspected and resolved. We value your feedback as it helps us improve and provide better experiences for all guests. We hope that, despite these challenges, you had a memorable vacation and would welcome the opportunity to host you again in the future.
Padre Escapes staff
Rating 3
Whalecome Inn was dirty
The condo was nice and spacious. Walk softly otherwise the neighbors will hear. Upon arriving we noticed the condo was unclean. Dog hair was still on base boards and floor. We tried to use the vacuum but it was full of dog. And left a huge mound of dog hair when turned on, it was disgusting. As far as the property, the pool was over crowded. The pool restroom was absolutely disgusting, unclean. The second floor of the club house was covered in bugs. When we went up there we immediately ran down and still had bugs on us. The property needed to be sprayed for bugs and mosquitoes. You could not go out on patio without being attacked by mosquitoes. I wish there was a shower by the pool area to wash the sand off, people were getting in the pool to wash off.
Kristen B. from Cedar Park - Posted: 6/28/2024
Kristen, we’re sorry to hear that you did not have The Padre Escapes experience that we strive to deliver but we will be sure to address the items mentioned. Please feel free to give our office a call for your next vacation needs, and we’re happy to update you on the progress of your mentioned concerns. We look forward to welcoming you back to offer you a more curated experience!
Padre Escapes staff
Rating 5
We loved our stay....
This was such a nice place to stay. Loved the space, decor, master bed with adjustable head. We hope to stay again next winter.
Darla C. from Longville - Posted: 3/15/2024
Thank you for your feedback and your great review. You were fantastic guests, and we cannot wait to host another awesome stay for you! Thank you for choosing Padre Escapes.
Padre Escapes staff
Rating 4
NICE PLACE BUT MISLEADING
Nice place. Clean. Fairly new appliances and furniture. When you have a car and you look for a place with a garage and then you rent it and find a golf cart parked in the garage its a misleading advert. We rented the unit next door(126) a week before and it had a usable garage so we assumed this unit would but the owners decided to advertise falsely. It was made worse by the cold freeze weather where we had to park outside. No garage was a big disappointment!
Stephen W. - Posted: 2/6/2024
Thank you for your review, Stephen. We are always looking to evolve and improve the guest experience, so we truly value your feedback. The Garage is accessible and is advertised as such. We also included a photo highlighting the golf cart taking up some space. We look forward to hosting you for another stay!
Padre Escapes staff
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