D' Franchesis Hostal

This place had everything I was looking for: pool, beach, local restaurants and clean! We booked two boat cruises from a shop a bit down the street. We had the cab driver stop at a grocery store in Boca Chica so we could stock up on food. (The place has a small kitchen with housewares. Bring a lighter to light the stove.) The pool and grounds are beautiful. The public beach is just a 5 minute walk from the hotel. You can rent umbrellas/chairs from folks there. (And some are included if you purchase food from the restaurants.) The beach directly in front is shallow with some seaweed, but perfect to just cool off in, the public beach is big and overall clean. The staff was great, I left my camera, and the called the cab driver and he we drove back to pick it up! (The arranged transport, $50.)