Accommodations at the Host Hotel

Overnight accommodations are available to Academy participants at the Drury Suites in McAllen, Texas at a discounted group rate of $93/night plus tax. To make a reservation, please call the hotel's Reservation Department at (956) 682-3222 and mention the Wildlife Viewing and Nature Tourism Academy group block to receive the group rate. 

Drury Suites McAllen
​300 W Expy 83, McAllen, TX 78501

Check in is 3:00 PM and check out is 11:00 AM. Hotel amenities include complimentary WiFi, fitness center, pool, laundry, and more. Learn more about the Drury Suites McAllen.   

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Getting Here & Getting Around

McAllen International Airport
The McAllen International Airport is located 2.5 miles from the McAllen Convention Center and has service from American, United and Allegiant Airlines. 
                               
Valley International Airport
Located in Harlingen, TX, approximately 30 miles from McAllen, is Valley International Airport, which offers service from Southwest, United, Delta and Sun Country Airlines.

Parking at the Drury Suites is complementary.
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Driving Directions: 

• ​Traveling East on US 83: Take the 2nd St Exit and make a u-turn. The hotel is on the right at 6th St.
• Traveling West on US 83: Take the 2nd St Exit and the hotel is on the right at 6th St.
• Traveling from McAllen International Airport: Turn right out of the terminal and left onto 10th St. Turn right onto Lindberg and right onto 2nd St. Turn right onto Frontage Rd.

Area Information

Incorporated in 1911, McAllen has developed from a farming community to a visitor’s delight. Known for its mild winter weather, tropical breezes, brightly colored birds, and low cost of living, it’s also a shopping mecca drawing millions of visitors annually to its many shopping districts. 

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Today, McAllen is one of the fastest growing cities in America. The City and surrounding areas have a population of 780,000. Within 60 miles is a total population of nearly 2.5 million. Drive 150 miles from McAllen and the population jumps to 10 million.

McAllen, Texas is on the move. We’re glad you’re moving through our City and invite you to stay to enjoy some or all of what we have to offer – world-class nature tourism, the best shopping in South Texas, over 300 restaurants, outstanding arts and entertainment opportunities, great sporting and outdoor activities, enchanting cultural diversity and a lively spirit that you’ll notice and appreciate.