discover the down-home charm of Southern Texas...Welcome to the Hampton Inn & Suites-McAllen, TX. The biggest city in Hidalgo County, McAllen has tons of down-home charm...Southern Texas style. Our Hampton Inn & Suites McAllen hotel is in the heart of this dynamic community, and is just a short trip across the river to the charming Mexican town of Nuevo Progreso. This beautiful city with its semi-tropical climate has plenty to offer visitors. Spot a rainbow-colored tropical bird at nearby Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge. Arrange a boating adventure on the sparkling waters of Anzalduas Park. Enjoy a picnic al fresco while you take in the majesty of Bentsen - Rio Grande State Park. Wander the downtown area, home to elegant historic buildings like the Southern Pacific Railroad Depot. Shoppers can find the most unusual gifts and trinkets here, as well as antiques and clothing. Art lovers will appreciate the colorful Mexican folk art on display at the McAllen International Museum. The ki