In the heart of Port Aransas, The Place Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Port Aransas Birding Center and University of Texas Marine Science Institute. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie's Pasture and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from IB Magee Beach Park. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance. Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 40 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.