St Petersburg Vacations

The sugary sands and dolphins of the islands -- on Florida's West Coast Located on 13 acres of sugary sand on St. Pete Beach, the Sirata Beach Resort combines warm Gulf breezes with famous West Coast sunsets. Guests can stroll along the sandy beaches, swim in the pools and whirlpools or, if they are lucky, catch a glimpse of wild dolphins offshore. Adventurous types can try a variety of water sports in the Gulf of Mexico, including parasailing and Waverunner rentals. At the end of a long day in the Florida sun, a hammock is the best seat in the house. Highlights Three beachfront pools (heated when necessary), two whirlpoolsBeachfront hammocks, poolside or beachside cabanas (fees apply)Exclusive golf privileges less than five miles away at an 18-hole Championship golf course Location St. Petersburg has plenty to offer, including golf, fishing, sailing charters and special sunset dinner cruises.  Less than 15 minutes away, the city is home to the Salvador Dali museum, Florida International Museum, shopping, art galleries, festivals and concerts. The Sirata is only minutes from Raymond James Stadium, site of the 2009 Super Bowl, and Tropicana Field (home of the Tampa Bay Rays). RoomsThe resort offers 380 guest rooms and 170 family-style suites decorated in bright tropical colors. Standard guest rooms feature two queen beds, a refrigerator, coffee maker, in-room safe and pay-per-view movies. Families can share a one-bedroom guest suite with a king bed (two queens by request), pull-out sofa, bathroom, kitchenette, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, in-room video games and pay-per-view movies. Features Dining and entertainment options include: The Compass Grille, a casual restaurant serving fresh local seafood; Rum Runners Bar & Grille, which offers beachfront or poolside drinks and food; and Harry's Beach Bar, a local institution. The Lobby Lounge is a great place for a more intimate late-night gathering. On-site amenities include: a fitness center, laundry facilities, Captain Dave's Waverunners, paddle boats, beach volleyball and children's play area and arcade. Hotel parking is available for an additional daily fee with a maximum of one car per guestroom. The resort cannot accommodate vehicles with trailers. Transportation Tampa International Airport (30 minutes)St. Petersburg/Clearwater International (25 minutes) Attractions Tropicana Field Salvador Dali Museum Sunken Gardens The Pier Business St. Petersburg's Sirata Beach Resort and Conference Center boasts 13,000 square feet of flexible indoor/outdoor function space, including exterior gardens and beachfront patios. The facilities are suitable for meetings, weddings, family reunions, corporate events and celebrations for up to 500 people. (*Note: Spoke to Beverly Eckler at the front desk of the property to confirm conference space and golfing privileges)

Centrally located on the scenic downtown waterfront the Ponce De Leon Boutique Hotel is within walking distance to all of St. Petersburg's attractions such a diverse abundance of restaurants, museums and night life. Area attractions include the Pier, Dali Museum, local art galleries, theaters, cinemas, music venues, shopping, night clubs, boating, fishing and waterfront parks with beach access.

Five and a half acres of private beach on Gulf of MexicoThe Beachcomber Beach Resort and Hotel, located directly on St. Pete Beach, provides a resort style atmosphere on 5.5 acres of lush tropical landscaped gardens and private sand. The resort is perfect for a fun-filled family vacation or weekend getaway. Catch fiery sunsets and live local bands from the private beach resort on the Gulf of Mexico. Minutes from Tampa International Airport, the property is also close to Fort De Soto Park, St. Petersburg, Salvador Dali Museum and Tropicana Field. The Beachcomber offers free parking and wireless Internet. HighlightsFree parking and unlimited wireless InternetFree use of fitness centerFree amenities at the sister property, Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center RoomsGuest rooms at the Beachcomber Beach Resort include all the amenities you would expect from a beachfront resort, including TV with free movie channels, in-room safe, iron with ironing board, guest laundry, high-speed wireless Internet, fitness center, telephone with data port and voicemail.  A refrigerator and coffee maker with complimentary coffee have been provided in each room for added convenience. Efficiencies are available featuring fully-equipped kitchens with dining area--ideal for families or extended stays. FeaturesBeachcomber Beach Resort has partnered with Coconuts Comedy Club and now offers performances in Players Sports Bar every week. Guests can relax plus enjoy food and cocktails as top acts take the stage. Players Sports Bar also offers the chance to watch top sporting events viewed on 32 TVs. Decorated with amazing sports memorabilia, the state-of-the-art satellite system enables guests to watch all sports all the time, so no one misses a game. Players Sports Bar also has plenty of free NTN Interactive Trivia. Guests can dance the night away at Jimmy B's Beach Bar. Enjoy local live beachfront entertainment daily. Guests enjoy free amenities at the sister property, Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort Hotel & Conference Center. TransportationTampa International Airport (TPA) (30 minutes)St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport (PIE) (30 minutes)   AttractionsFlorida Aquarium Raymond James Stadium Lowry Park ZooBusch GardensSalvador Dali museumDisney World and many other Orlando attractions (90 minutes) BusinessBusiness Center is located in the lobby with a PC, printer and high-speed Internet available seven days per week, 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. (fees apply) Policies and feesBeachcomber Beach Resort Hotel has no resort fee.Children 17 and under stay free when accompanied by an adultPets of any size are not permitted. Service animals are permitted and no deposit is required.

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 complimentaryProfessionally designed and lit beach volleyball courtsFantastic 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. FeaturesWith 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 sightseeingBeach trolley runs every 30 minutes from St. Pete Beach to Clearwater BeachLocal taxi company across the street AttractionsTropicana FieldSalvador Dali MuseumSunken GardensThe Pier BusinessGrand 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.

Bayview Plaza Waterfront Resort is a European style boutique waterfront resort situated directly on the Boca Ciega Bay. Enjoy morning sunrises over the sparkling open water and breathtaking sunsets from the beach which is Only 200 feet away. Bayview Plaza is small by design and is great for couples and families wanting to relax in an intimate resort. All rooms are spacious studio apartments with Full Kitchens and rooms with Private Balconies are available. Best of all hotel have No Surprise Resort Fees, Enjoy everything the Bayview Plaza has to offer at no additional cost. Hotel really mean it: FREE Fitness Room, FREE Wireless Internet, FREE Parking, FREE BBQ Area, and FREE Private Fishing Pier, great for fishing or docking your boat. The fish are plentiful and many times you will see Manatees and Dolphins that frequent hotel's resort. The pool directly overlooks the Boca Ciega Bay and is perfect for cooling off while you soak up the sun. Hotel's resort is Family Owned and Operated, and has been since 2002. The family is very active in the day to day operations, on property daily, with a great friendly staff ready to assist you with a genuine Florida vacation. Members of Superior Small Lodging Association and Approved by AAA for Quality and Standards, hotel's resort is one of only a handful of resorts in Florida that has received the Green Lodging seal from the State of Florida for hotel's effort in conserving and recycling. St Pete Beach is a 6-mile island and the Plaza Beach Resort is directly in the center of the island. Everything is in walking distance, the grocery store, restaurants and shopping is just across the street. As well as Deep Sea Fishing, Parasailing, Jet Skiing, Dolphin Cruises, Sunset Cruises and many different island cruises visiting the nearby islands. Best of all hotel is only 30 minutes from Busch Gardens and 90 minutes from Disney and all the Orlando Parks. Try hotel, and see for yourself why so many people return to the Bayview Plaza Waterfront Resort. Also as a guest of the Bayview Plaza Waterfront Resort. All Check-in's for Bayview Waterfront Resort will be done at the Main office of the Plaza Beach Hotel - Beachfront Resort, located at 4506 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach. Plaza Beach Hotel is just one block north from the Bay Palms Waterfront Resort. Complementary Hotel Shuttle Service to the Bayview Waterfront Resort will be provided for any guest arriving at Plaza Beach Hotel-Beachfront Resort by Taxi or Airport Shuttle.