With thousands of rooms available for visitors, St. Petersburg and St. Pete Beach have just the right place to stay for virtually any budget. St. Pete Beach is a barrier island community off Florida's mainland and just west of St. Petersburg. The Convention and Visitors Bureau claims there are 361 days of sunshine every year to enjoy all that the area has to offer. There are plenty of offerings, such as the Honda Grand Prix, when Indy cars race through the city streets. Or the Dali Museum, which houses the most comprehensive collection of Dali's work. Accommodations in the area range from hotels to condos for longer term rentals.
If baseball is what you love, consider staying at the Comfort Inn and Suites. Catch a Tampa Bay Devil Rays game at Tropicana Field, just three miles away. On non-game days, explore Busch Gardens or the Fort DeSoto Park. The hotel offers a complimentary breakfast that includes hot waffles. They also have an on-site fitness center as well as a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. If you are here for business, amenities include high-speed Internet, data ports, and copy and fax services. All guest rooms have microwaves, irons, refrigerators and hair dryers.
Comfort Inn & Suites at Tropicana Field
1400 34th Street North
St. Petersburg, Florida 33713
727-323-3100
comfortinn.com
If nature is more of what you are looking for, consider the Hilton Hotel in Carillon Park. The hotel is located on the lakefront of the Carillon Nature Preserve. This hotel is a Florida Green Lodging Certified Hotel, which means they practice energy efficiency and water conservation, as well as reducing waste and improving air quality. Amenities are abundant and take both business and family travelers into consideration. For business travelers, they have a business center with mailing, fax and printing services. Also on site is a notary public and meeting rooms with available audio/visual equipment. For families, the on-site restaurant has a children's menu, and the hotel offers cribs and playpens. To keep you in shape, there is a fitness center and pool, as well as hiking trails and walking tracks. Pets are allowed at this hotel.
Hilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park
950 Lake Carillon Drive
St. Petersburg, Florida 33716
727-540-0050
hilton.com
The Ponce de Leon is a boutique hotel located on the waterfront in downtown St. Petersburg. It is within walking distance of museums, restaurants, nightclubs and the beach. This hotel is non-smoking and touts itself as being an Earth-friendly property. Some rooms have refrigerators and microwaves. There is a business center and a coin laundry on the premises. For on-site dining, they offer a cafe that opens early for breakfast and closes at midnight. For dinner only, there is a tapas restaurant. The Flamenco Bar serves food from the tapas restaurant menu and has live jazz music.
The Ponce De Leon Hotel
95 Central Avenue
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
727-550-9300
poncedeleonhotel.com
If you have a large family or are looking to stay in the area for awhile, consider renting a condo for your stay in St. Petersburg. One option is the Sunset Beach Gulf House, offered by Waterfront Vacation rentals. This condo is on the beach with spectacular views. Included are three televisions, DVD players and wireless Internet. Up to seven guests can be accommodated with two bedrooms and two baths. There is one king bed, one queen, one single and one sleeper sofa for sleeping arrangements. It is pet friendly and is non-smoking. The kitchen is stocked with all appliances and utensils. A washer and dryer is on site, as well as an ice maker. It rents for a one-week minimum.
Waterfront Vacation Rentals
17003 Gulf Boulevard
North Redington Beach, Florida 33708
866-547-7368
waterfront-vacation-rentals.com
Located on Treasure Island, Land's End is located on a peaceful beach and surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico on three sides. Property amenities include a heated pool and spas, tennis and volleyball courts, and gazebos with barbecue grills. Every unit has a fully equipped kitchen as well as a washer and dryer. Linens and towels are provided along with an iron and ironing board. Enjoy gorgeous beach views from your private balcony. This is a gated community.
Resort Rentals
8010 Blind Pass Road
St. Pete Beach, Florida 33706
800-293-3979
resortrentals.us
Beach Place Rentals offers condos directly on Maderia Beach. Each unit is individually owned, which means that no two units are alike. There are one-, two- and three-bedroom units available. Many have a washer and dryer, and all have modern equipped kitchens. High-speed Internet is available on-site. Units can accommodate up to eight guests and are available by the week or month. There is also a heated pool.
Beach Place Rentals
12901 Gulf Lane, Suite 100
Maderia Beach, Florida
727-391-0393
beachplacerentals.com
