$107 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 27, 2013 Check-out: May 29, 2013

Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

3 stars
5250 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
287 reviews
Mini Spring Break!!!

I took my 19 year old daugther for a "Mini Spring Break". The hotel was clean, staff was so helpful... See full review

  • Cabana Girls
  • Mar 14, 2013
Great beach and hotel.

No fees!! This hotel is a little older but very nice and clean. Staff was very courteous and... See full review

  • Mare Bear A
  • Feb 26, 2013
Fun and sun near St. Pete Beach, with a revolving restaurant up top

The Grand Plaza Beach resort is the tallest and closest hotel to the Gulf of Mexico on St. Pete Beach. Leisure or corporate travelers will find a sanctuary of more than five acres of lush beachfront gardens. Just outside the rooms, guests can step onto the cool, white sand of a private beach for a relaxing West Coast Florida getaway. Enjoy meals by the pool or head inside to dine while checking out the awe-inspiring panoramic views from the window of the slowly revolving bistro.

Highlights
  • Parking, fitness center and Wi-Fi are all complimentary
  • Professionally designed and lit beach volleyball courts
  • Fantastic views from private balconies
  • Rooftop revolving bistro
Location

The resort's ideal location is close to the city of St. Petersburg for fishing, golf, museums, parks and a short day-trip to Tampa's shopping and attractions.

Rooms

All renovated beach resort guest rooms include a furnished private balcony with unparalleled views of the coastline and Gulf of Mexico or the tranquil and soothing Boca Ciega Bay to the east.

Additional room amenities include a refrigerator; microwave; in-room safe; unlimited complimentary wireless Internet access; DVD, MP3 and CD players; iron and ironing board.

One-bedroom beachfront resort suites are available with two private balconies that open to the Gulf of Mexico. Each resort suite has one king bed and one double bed. The parlor to the suite includes a pull-out sleeper sofa and a dining table with seating for four.

Features

With three dining areas located on the property, The Grand Plaza offers restaurant experiences ranging from ground floor pool-side dining and buffets to the top floor's Spinners Rooftop Revolving Bistro. Every seat offers a great and ever-changing view. Guests can opt for dining waterside for breakfast in The Palm Room & Restaurant or head to the sand to try Bongo's Beach Bar and Grille, which takes great pride in its live weekend entertainment and more than 200 fresh frozen tropical drinks.

Transportation
  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) (30 minutes)
  • St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport (PIE) (30 minutes)
  • Free ride (car or golf-cart) from St. Pete Beach to other nearby beaches, including Madeira Beach, for shopping and sightseeing
  • Beach trolley runs every 30 minutes from St. Pete Beach to Clearwater Beach
  • Local taxi company across the street
Attractions
  • Tropicana Field
  • Salvador Dali Museum
  • Sunken Gardens
  • The Pier
Business

Grand Plaza Resort & Hotel on St Pete Beach provides facilities for conferences, corporate getaways, business meetings, trade shows, Florida beach weddings, reunions or parties. The staff specializes in "theme" parties and can set up casual barbecue beach parties and company picnics as well as black-tie affairs.

Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center Rooms

Direct Beachfront Guestroom with Private Furnished Balcony
All Direct Beachfront guestrooms include a spacious furnished private balcony with an unobstructed view of the Gulf of Mexico and our sugar white soft sandy beach. Each guestroom has a king size bed with a Simmons Health Smart mattress and one double bed so you can one of the best night's sleep ever. Also provided is a sofa for casual relaxation, refrigerator, microwave oven, coffee maker with complimentary coffee, complimentary electronic safe, hairdryer, bathroom toiletries, AM/FM clock radio, ceiling fans, individual air conditioning system, 32 inch television with DVD, CD and MP3 players, free HBO & Disney channels, iron and ironing board, unlimited complimentary wireless internet access, and telephone with voice mail.
Partial Coastal & Beach View Guestroom with Private Furnished Balcony
All Partial Ocean & Coastal View guestrooms include a spacious furnished private balcony with a side view of the Gulf of Mexico and our sugar white soft sandy beach. Each guestroom has a king size bed with a Simmons Health Smart mattress and one double bed so you can one of the best night's sleep ever. Also provided is a sofa for casual relaxation, refrigerator, microwave oven, coffee maker with complimentary coffee, complimentary electronic safe, hairdryer, bathroom toiletries, AM/FM clock radio, ceiling fans, individual air conditioning system, 32 inch television with DVD, CD and MP3 players, free HBO & Disney channels, iron and ironing board, unlimited complimentary wireless internet access, and telephone with voice mail.
Bay & City View Guestroom with Private Furnished Balcony
All Bay & City View guestrooms include a spacious furnished private balcony with a side view of Boca Ciega Bay to the east or the city of St. Pete Beach. Each guestroom has a king size bed with a Simmons Health Smart mattress and one double bed so you can one of the best night's sleep ever. Also provided is a sofa for casual relaxation, refrigerator, microwave oven, coffee maker with complimentary coffee, complimentary electronic safe, hairdryer, bathroom toiletries, AM/FM clock radio, ceiling fans, individual air conditioning system, 32 inch television with DVD, CD and MP3 players, free HBO & Disney channels, iron and ironing board, unlimited complimentary wireless internet access, and telephone with voice mail.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • FREE parking
  • Outdoor pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Elevators
Activities
Outdoor pool
Fitness center or spa
Night club
Game room
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business center
Laundry service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Conference facilities
Gift shop
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
FREE parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant
Wheel chair access
Handicapped parking
Wheelchair accessible elevators

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Hotel Map

27.7264 -82.7418
Area served
St. Pete Beach, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Seminole, Gulfport, South Pasadena, Tampa, FL
Nearby airports
Tampa International Airport (TPA), St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Area description
Located directly on the beach of the Gulf of Mexico, close to the city of St. Petersburg, Salvador Dali Museum, Tropicana Field, Fort Desoto Park

Nearby points of interest

  • Tropicana Field: 7.3 mi

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
If you are looking for a place to getaway or hold a meeting, tradeshow, wedding or party in a casual, serene and upscale atmosphere then our Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort is just the answer you have been looking for. Whether the event is large, small, indoors, outdoors, casual or elegant we can accommodate your every need.

Dining

Bongo's Beach Bar & Grille
Directly on the white powdery beach of the Gulf of Mexico Bongo's Beach Bar & Grille with its unhurried casual atmosphere is the place to be just for the fun of it. Here there are no pressures or deadlines to meet. Whether kicking back under the sun and grooving to some of the best local live entertainment while savoring one of over 200 frozen tropical libations or having a bite to eat with your feet in the sand, this is a pleasure lovers dream come true. Open every day from 11 AM to 2 AM, Rain or Shine.
The Palm Room and Restaurant
The Palm Room and Restaurant located poolside and overlooking the beach is open daily from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM serving a breakfast buffet that is sure to get your day off to the right start. Ala cart menu is also offered. Dining options are indoors in lush tropical decorative surroundings, or outdoors with a view of the beach and Gulf of Mexico.
Spinners Revolving Rooftop Bistro & Lounge
Take the glass elevator ride to Spinners Revolving Rooftop Bistro & Lounge for an unsurpassed, constantly revolving 360 degree view of St. Pete Beach and the Gulf of Mexico. Spinners is the only revolving rooftop restaurant on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Not only are the food and service fabulous the constantly changing views are captivating. Throughout the years it continues to be the place where engagements happen, anniversaries and birthdays are celebrated and memories of a lifetime are made.
The menu consists of both local and continental cuisine that will surely awaken all of your pleasure senses is prepared by award winning chefs and served by impeccable wait staff. Lunch and dinner are served daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (287)

Ratings and reviews for Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

Overall score

3.9 / 5
287 out of 287
Amenities:
3.9
Room cleanliness:
4.1
Hotel staff:
4.3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4.6
Value:
3.9

84% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
St Louis, MO
Oct 29, 2008

good service and good food

The hotel has a great location with a great beach bar, pool and free wifi. As a business traveler I couldn't ask for more.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Nyc
Sep 5, 2008

Best on St. Pete

Love this place. Spacious rooms with terrific views. Great staff. Beautiful beach. Best bang for your buck.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Crabby Bills has great food at good prices, and the best wait staff on the island.

Review of Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Denver, CO
Jul 26, 2007

Nice Place, Great Beach!

This hotel was a nice surprise! The guy at the desk immediately upgraded our room without cost to us. Gave us a room with a great view of sunset. The beach was great. Not too crowded in late July. There was rain in the area and our pool could have been a little warmer. Other than that a great stay at a reasonable price.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Go to Sloppy Joe's. Good food , good prices. Great sunset views from the outdoor deck.

Review of Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Houston
Jul 5, 2008

Great view

The view from our balcony at the Grand Plaza Hotel was wonderful! Ocean on one side, intercoastal waterway on the other side. You need to go to restaurant on top floor.Balcony was nice with two chairs and a table. Tile flooring is great for beach goers. Romm had frig, microwave and pull down double bed.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Beach is wonderful. Restaurant next door, Crabbie Bill's had wonderful fresh fish and fun atmosphere.

Review of Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Apr 3, 2008

Beach Vacation

The Grand Plaza is located right on St. Pete Beach, which is a great location. Parking and wireless internet are both FREE. The revolving restaurant at the top of the hotel has amazing views, especially at sunset. Would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a beach vacation.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Highly recommend Crabby Bill's

Review of Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
USA
Mar 16, 2008

Nice place on a great beach

This was our first trip to St. Pete beach, and we would definitely go back. The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. Check-in and check-out was a breeze. They even upgraded us to an ocean view room from a bay view. Being a round hotel, the rooms were an odd shape, but they were clean and comfortable. The room service breakfast was really good too. We didn't really get a chance to take advantage of the pool, as it was a bit chilly/windy while we were there, but it looked clean. I would recommend this hotel and I would go back when I had more time to spend there. My only complaint would be the cost, but all the hotels right on the beach were kind of pricey. So, in comparison to others on that strip of beach, I think it was competitive.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Columbus, OH
May 25, 2007

Clean, updated hotel

We were very pleased with everything about this hotel. It was very clean, had been updated and quite roomy. It was also very nice having a fridge in the room. The view was beautiful and the restaurants were great. Everyone was very friendly.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: In Hotel

We could have gotten by easily without renting a car. The restaurants had a great variety and you could walk to a drug store or t-shirt shops.

Review of Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
Palm Bay
Sep 18, 2008

great place to stay for the $ and very eager staff to make it happen.

From the time we arrived to the time we left the staff was determined to make the stay there a great one. close to a lot of different options for a vacation trip come true much of right ther from the hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Family eating next door fancy dinning also next door shopping center accross the street.

Review of Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Hartford, CT
May 17, 2007

Very Nice Stay

Great beach, friendly service, comfortable room. Decent pool with plenty of lounge chairs for sunning and shaded tables if that is what you prefer. Plenty of eateries in the area to choose from, a grocery store withing walking distance, enjoy the view from Spinner's, or relax and order room service. I plan to visit again. Glad to have found this place.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Durham/Raleigh, NC
May 24, 2007

great value

The Grand PLaza was a great choice for us. When we finally got to the hotel due to airlines, we were up graded to the penthouse suite from a bay view king size room. Great views, close to alot of eating places and two resturants in the hotel. good for the money.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Long walk from hotel

short walk to the beach and great dining on the beach

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