The Tampa Bay area has no shortage of places to stay on the beach, but for travelers looking for beach resorts, several rise above the rest. Most of these resorts offer spa services, private beaches, several dining options and luxury from the pillows to the parlors. For travelers looking for pampering and luxury, these beach resorts near Tampa Bay fit the bill.
The TradeWinds Island Grand is one of several TradeWinds accommodations on St. Pete Beach. These resorts cater to families and pets. The hotel has several dining options, local transportation, a full-service concierge and beachfront rooms. It also has five heated pools, water sport rentals and services and spa services.
TradeWinds Island Grand
Island Grand Beach Resort
5500 Gulf Boulevard
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
727-367-6461
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This pink hotel looks like an oversized beach mansion, although it has more than 200 rooms for guests. The staff here prides itself on catering to every guest, and this resort is a popular destination for weddings and honeymoons. The lush rooms, although not as large as modern resort rooms, are decorated for beach elegance and comfort. The resort has a concierge that will arrange every moment of a guest's stay if so desired. The Don CeSar has complimentary transportation, several restaurants and accomplished chefs, a spa, shops, beachfront rooms, pools and a fitness center.
Don CeSar
3400 Gulf Boulevard
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
727-360-1881
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The Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club is a luxury resort on Tampa Bay that has a marina, tennis courts, spa services, pools and an 18-hole golf course. The restaurants range from dining on the casual veranda to the no-shorts-allowed Marchand's. Although the hotel has no private beach, it is across the street from several public ones.
Renaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club
501 5th Avenue Northeast
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
727-894-1000
marriott.com
The Sandpearl on Clearwater Beach has spa services, a pool, a waterfront fitness center, a four-diamond restaurant and a casual grill. The Sandpearl prides itself on its service, catering to families and business groups alike. Its gulf-front pool fronts the resort's beach.
Sandpearl
500 Mandalay Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33767
727-441-2425
sandpearl.com
