Big Daddy's Ice Cream

2902 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi
(361) 886-9400

Recent Reviews

M8092RRkevinm

We love staying here. Natalya is an amazing host. We love the location. The upstairs rooms have excellent views of the Bay and the Lexington. We like to sit on the deck and watch the world go by. Very easy walking distance to the Texas State Aquarium. Several great restaurants an easy walk away; and the beach is right next door.

Damon Lebeouf

$5 for a cup of shaved ice… hard pass.

L. C.

Had to throw out the soft serve ice cream. EXTREMELY expensive and awful, It was mainly ice crystals and flavoring, a big yuck.

902cassidyh

We stayed in the Lilac room on the 2nd floor. This is a great stop for going to museums and the beach. We would stay here again, especially since it is dog friendly! It was clean and well kept. The pillows are a bit flat, but you can tell they do a great job keeping everything up to date and clean.

R8507NHgaryb

The outside doesn't look much different from the typical beach hotel, however, the room was clean and spacious. The shower was great! The Lexington was right outside the windows. It was relaxing. Natalia, the owner, was wonderful and made sure we had what we needed.

R2097SJdanat

My husband and I have stayed at this location several times and enjoyed it every time. Right on the beach, the rooms are updated, clean and tastefully decorated; the grounds are nicely groomed and Natalya is an amazing host. She goes above and beyond for her guests, every time – and many of her guests, like us, come back again and again. We’ve stayed in different rooms over the years, they all have unique décor and they are so beautiful! Last time we stayed in the Lexington Suite – this room is almost like a little apartment, with a big bedroom, living room/ sitting area with a full size fridge; a huge balcony overlooking the beach – you can sit out there to just relax and enjoy the sound of the ocean, or watch the sunset/ sunrise. The hotel is close to the USS Lexington Museum and the Texas State Aquarium. Corpus Christi Downtown Seawall, Selena Museum, Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge, Mcgee Beach are all a very short drive away. We loved driving on Ocean Drive and just enjoy the beautiful views. We usually eat at Pier 99 restaurant, right next to the hotel; or Snoopy’s Pier and Scoopy’s Ice Cream shop on Sunset Island – are also a short drive from the hotel. Great environment all around!

Gavin Jones

The lady that works this place is extremely rude. This is NOT a kid friendly place by any means simply because of her attitude. When the window opened a horrible smell came through the window which disgusted us all and ruined the appetite for everyone. There is no telling how nasty it is inside! Save your money and time! Not worth a dime! Annoying loud speaker repeating itself over and over again non stop

Anatole

When you're at the aquarium or USS Lexington, or dining at the Pier 99 restaurant it's hard to miss the loudspeaker announcements that constantly repeat this place's offerings and all their flavors. My mother and I thought we'd give it a shot. We thought it'd be a small ice cream place, but it's a small window/hole in the wall in a small mom and pop hotel. The older woman behind the window was indifferent but she did seem to be from another country. They also had a plastic barrier in front of the window which made it slightly difficult to understand. It's worth noting they also only take cash but they also accept cashapp payments if you are into that. We got a soft serve cone which are $5, a little steep but the amount in the cone was large. The soft serve was okay, but definitely was watered down, but it was still a good way to cool off as we got to our car. In the end, if I was in the area again and I felt I wanted ice cream I would return, but I would definitely not drive out there exclusively for it. If you're after good soft serve though, I'm sorry but this isn't the one.

J Lo

Rude customer service, and doesn’t accept card.

Gavin 999

The lady that works this place is extremely rude. This is NOT a kid friendly place by any means simply because of her attitude. When the window opened a horrible smell came through the window which disgusted us all and ruined the appetite for everyone. There is no telling how nasty it is inside! Save your money and time! Not worth a dime! Annoying loud speaker repeating itself over and over again non stop

DEF1

When you're at the aquarium or USS Lexington, or dining at the Pier 99 restaurant it's hard to miss the loudspeaker announcements that constantly repeat this place's offerings and all their flavors. My mother and I thought we'd give it a shot. We thought it'd be a small ice cream place, but it's a small window/hole in the wall in a small mom and pop hotel. The older woman behind the window was indifferent but she did seem to be from another country. They also had a plastic barrier in front of the window which made it slightly difficult to understand. It's worth noting they also only take cash but they also accept cashapp payments if you are into that. We got a soft serve cone which are $5, a little steep but the amount in the cone was large. The soft serve was okay, but definitely was watered down, but it was still a good way to cool off as we got to our car. In the end, if I was in the area again and I felt I wanted ice cream I would return, but I would definitely not drive out there exclusively for it. If you're after good soft serve though, I'm sorry but this isn't the one.

Jeremiah Lomax

Rude customer service, and doesn’t accept card.

danatK7485DD

My husband and I had the perfect vacation at Capri Beach Hotel! Comfortable, top-notch service, great location, this hotel checks all the boxes and feels more like a home away from home. The owner, Natalya, is amazing; she takes the meaning of hospitality to a whole new level and goes above and beyond to make your stay memorable. The hotel is located right on the beach, next to the USS Lexington museum and a short walk to the Texas State Aquarium. It is safe, clean and well managed. The rooms have names, each one with a unique décor. Our room on the second floor was wonderful, comfortable, with all modern amenities and a nice view of the bay. We enjoyed having our morning coffee with a fantastic view of the ocean and North Beach on the sun deck. The ground floor patio gives you the best view of Lexington and is a great spot for watching stunning sunsets. Natalya was very sweet to our four-legged babies, and gave them lots of love and attention. We fell in love with Pippin, the beautiful black and white cat; full of spunk and personality, she owns the place! There is a restaurant next door from the hotel, where you can have good food and awesome drinks; it also offers a menu for pets – it does not get more pet friendly than that! The area is quiet and peaceful; well suited for a couple’s getaway or family vacations. We would absolutely stay here again.

tash0nnas

Our stay at Capri Beach Hotel was nothing short of amazing. The owner Natayla was very welcoming and accommodating. She even gave up her parking spot when we arrived! We stayed in the Modern room & it was very cozy and clean. We had a great view of the USS Lexington which was right outside of our window. This hotel is within walking distance of plenty of gifts shops, restaurants, and the Texas State Aquarium. It's the perfect location right on the beach, and you won't be disappointed!

B6561BPrichardu

The Capri Beach Hotel in Corpus Christi, Texas provides an experience you will not soon forget. My family, pet (Sir Wesley) and I have made this an annual and sometime semi-annual vacation since 2017 (except for 2020 due to travel restrictions). It is located in the middle of attractions, a beautiful beach, and numerous great restaurants (many within walking distance). The beach is clean and awesome. The Texas Aquarium is a couple of blocks away. And the view of the USS Lexington aircraft carrier from your room window is spectacular (entrance only a few yards away). The rooms provide a comfortable and lovely decor with a unique European flavor. The Houston Astros' (baseball) Double A minor league team "Hooks" are just over the bridge of the nearby bay. The manager and owner (Natalya) and her staff are courteous, friendly, and professional in ever way. And my wife looks forward to seeing Natalya's pets every visit. We have many fond memories of our trips to the Capri Beach Hotel. Richard

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