2022-05-29 09:23:28

There’s no shortage of relaxing locales to kick up your feet after a fun day of exploring. Perhaps you’d prefer charming bed-andbreakfasts where you can unwind in style. A historic cottage with luxurious amenities may call your name. Or maybe you’d rather stay in a trendy hotel right by local nightlife or beaches. These options and more offer another part of your trip to get excited about. No matter your travel style, there’s a place for you in St. Pete/Clearwater.

PLACES ON THE BEACH
Looking to wake up to the salty Gulf breeze, hop on a jet-ski after lunch or bask in a technicolor waterfront sunset every night? Escape into a tropical oasis and embrace all of the natural beauty that the area has to offer. Hang out at the tiki bar at Hilton’s DoubleTree Beach Resort in North Redington Beach. At hotels like the Art Decoinspired Don CeSar in St. Pete Beach or the luxurious Sandpearl Resort in Clearwater Beach, you’re minutes away from slipping your toes in the sand and watching your cares melt away.
ARTSY PLACES TO STAY
Find your home away from home in a place that’s just as inspiring as the galleries you plan to visit. For a funky vibe just a stroll away from the artsy attractions, check out boutique lodging options like St. Pete’s Hollander Hotel or the Avalon. These eclectic sister properties are just steps away from each other — and the city’s museums, breweries and shops. The Postcard Inn in St. Pete Beach offers eclectic rooms as well as an on-site boutique.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY
The area boasts a number of kid-friendly spots. Check out resorts with special activities, like the TradeWinds Island Resorts in St. Pete Beach, which offers s’mores and take-home souvenir crafts to keep the young ones entertained while you kick back. You’ll find lodging that offers pursuits that the whole crew will enjoy together, from stand-up paddleboarding along serene local waters to biking along enchanting nature trails. At Holiday Inn Harbourside in Indian Rocks Beach, families can play in the arcade room, enjoy 18 holes of miniature golf, or visit the Splash Harbour Water Park next door. Have a furry friend in your family? There are plenty of pet-friendly options to choose from. Many of the region’s breweries, coffee shops and eateries are welcoming to four-legged companions as well.

RELAXING AND CHILL SPOTS

From cozy vintage B&Bs to beachfront tiki huts where you can sip rum runners all day long, there’s no better place to unwind than St. Pete/Clearwater. Enjoy Swedish massages and rejuvenating soaks in the mineral water pools at the Safety Harbor Resort & Spa. Take in the picturesque views from the rooftop bar at St. Pete Beach’s Hotel Zamora, a Mediterranean-style boutique hotel that overlooks the Gulf of Mexico and the Intracoastal Waterway. The historic Fenway Hotel in Dunedin also has a luxe rooftop bar, as well as morning yoga, Tai Chi classes and a daily sunset celebration.

IN THE ACTION
Downtown St. Pete hotels offer comfortable lodging right in the middle of creative local boutiques, adventurous restaurants and thrilling nightlife. Stay in luxury just steps away from the waterfront at The Vinoy Renaissance Resort & Golf Club, or check out the Birchwood Inn, an 18-room boutique hotel with a swanky rooftop bar.

SPACIOUS VACATION RENTALS
Unwind in a private vacation rental with room to spread out. Sarah’s Seaside in Indian Rocks Beach offers six “Old Florida” style cottages surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Or find your dream vacation condo rental with Travel Resort Services, which has over 300 vacation rental options to choose from, many with private balconies, and washers and dryers. Some even allow pets so you don’t have to leave your pups at home.
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