Places to Stay VisitSPC.com/Accommodations THE VINOY RESORT & GOLF CLUB, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION Find Your From a pink palace right on the sand to artsy inns, St. Pete/Clearwater has dream lodging for you. The area is packed with one-of-a-kind bed-and-breakfasts, luxe vacation rentals and nostalgic resorts, so every traveler will find something special. Home Base On the sand Those looking for a beach getaway will find a dreamy escape in these hotels that hug the Gulf of Mexico. The Sandpearl Resort offers ritzy amenities, from a zero-entry pool to furnished balconies overlooking the water. Just steps from the sand, the JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa is another oasis to check out. This property features its own exclusive, secluded beach area for guests. Over in North Redington Beach, the renovated DoubleTree Beach Resort by Hilton offers a Tiki bar and proximity to the shopping and dining options at John’s Pass Village. In the heart of the city Here, guests are just steps away from St. Pete/Clearwater’s top museums, beaches, restaurants and bars. The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection , dating back to 1925, is located right on the marina in stunning downtown St. Pete. The pink hotel is right next to the best brunches and happy hours along Beach Drive. Another option in the area is the gorgeous The Birchwood, which boasts its own rooftop bar overlooking the St. Pete Pier. And luxury lovers will enjoy the Safety Harbor Resort & Spa , stopping for a massage or mineral bath before checking out the local breweries, bakeries and festivals nearby. Quirky spots Stay in the heart of St. Pete while embracing its funky side. LGBTQ+ couples may enjoy the Mari Jean Hotel , an adults-only resort that neighbors a pool bar. The Hollander Hotel , covered in murals, is another wonderful boutique hotel in the city center. Nostalgic resorts History lovers will adore The Don CeSar in St. Pete Beach, opened in 1928 by real estate tycoon Thomas Rowe as a tribute to his lost love. This pretty pink palace has hosted high-profile guests from Marilyn Monroe to Joe DiMaggio. In the 1920s, Fenway Hotel in Dunedin hosted Pinellas County’s first radio station. The retro palace still 14 AMERICA’S BEST BEACHES
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