The La Quinta Inn and Suites-Rio Grande Valley is just outside McAllen, less than one hour from the Gulf of Mexico and convenient to the Pharr Convention Center. Visit the historic Edinburg Courthouse, San Juan Shrine, and the McAllen International and Confederate Air Force Museums. Bentsen State Park is nearby for world-class birding. There's a Championship Golf Course in the area, lots of restaurants, and plenty of great places to shop, including La Tiendas Plaza and El Centro Mall.