We have created a list with the best beachfront hotels near Tampa, USA. Hotels with wonderful private beach and sea views. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Emmy Cruz & Sofia Hernandez. Updated February 2024.
Resort.Close to beach front. Charming. This beachfront property offers an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi access. The City of Bradenton Beach is located 1 km away from the resort. Bradenton Beach Marina is 4 minutes’ drive from the property. Anna Maria Island Historical Society is 13 minutes’ drive from Bungalow Beach Resort. A flat-screen cable TV is featured in each room. A refrigerator and coffee maker are also provided in addition to a private en suite bathroom. The Bungalow Resort offers free parking for guests’ convenience. Air conditioning and heating are also included on site. Palma Sola Botanical Park is 13.6 km away.Show full description
In my judgment, this could be one of the most charming and romantic resorts on the Florida Gulf Coast! It also has nicely designed bungalows with great attention to detail and great outdoor areas, including a well-kept pool.
Resort.Trendy. Lovely interior design. Centrally located in St. Pete Beach, Florida, this family-owned hotel faces the Gulf of Mexico and offers guests warm sun and white, sandy beaches within walking distance of entertainment, shopping, and sightseeing opportunities. Free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and a 32-inch cable TV are included in all spacious rooms at the Plaza Beach Hotel. Plaza Beach features a daily complimentary social hour with beer and wine. A private balcony is featured in select rooms. Guests can also enjoy the on-site heated outdoor swimming pool, and play a game of shuffleboard or mini-golf. Room service from Chick-Fil-A can be arranged. Nearby, Treasure Bay Golf and Tennis is 5 miles away, and guests will also be within 7 miles of Boyd Hill Nature Park.Show full description
Beautiful. Rooftop bar. Located on a private beach, this hotel features a heated outdoor pool overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Every studio at this Madeira Beach property offers a balcony. The spacious, warm-colored studios at Barefoot Beach Hotel have ocean or pool views and free WiFi. Barefoot Beach offers guests free delivery and pickup for scooter rentals. There is a flat-screen cable TV and sofa bed along with a microwave, fridge and coffee maker. Guests can also enjoy a casual meal at the barbecue area. This hotel is 5 minutes' walk from John’s Pass entertainment and historic area. Tampa International Airport is a 36 minutes' drive away. Renovation work on the exterior of one building will be preformed through November 30, 2023. Please call for more information.Show full description
Hip. Cosy rooms. Located across the street from the white sands of St. Pete Beach, Inn on the Beach places guests in the heart of the historic Pass-a-Grille neighborhood. Rooms at the Inn on the Beach feature the convenience of either a full kitchen or kitchenette. Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserve is 4.2 km from Inn on the Beach, while St Pete Beach Theatre is 6 km from the property. Shopping on 8th Avenue is a 6 minutes' walk from the property. A flat-screen TV and dining area are provided in each room. A private bathroom is also offered. Some rooms feature a balcony with panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico. BBQ facilities are available for guests to enjoy. The nearest airport is St Petersburg-Clearwater Airport, 25 km from the property.Show full description
I think this place could be the coolest, most COSY AND WELL DESIGNED small hotel in Tampa! WOW!
Beach front location. Charming.Opened February 2021. Located in Holmes Beach, 200 metres from Bradenton Beach, Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a range of water sports facilities and a concierge service. The property is non-smoking and is set 600 metres from Holmes Beach. Each room comes with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms include a balcony and others also offer sea views. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. At the hotel all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages offers a barbecue. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Holmes Beach, like cycling. Anna Maria Island is 2.1 km from Cedar Cove Resort & Cottages, while The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is 24 km away. The nearest airport is Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, 21 km from the hotel.Show full description
Resort.Highly elegant. Great bar. Sandpearl Resort, a 4-star beachfront resort, is within 4 minutes’ drive of Clearwater BeachMarina and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. It boasts a lagoon-style outdoor pool, a full-service spa, on-site dining, and elegant guest rooms with free WiFi. The rooms feature warm colours and boast views of Mandalay Bay, pool, or the Gulf of Mexico. Recreation options at Sandpearl Resort include parasailing, beach volleyball, and cycling with free bicycle hires. A 32-inch flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station are provided for each room at Sandpearl Resort. A minibar and luxury bathrobes are provided. A state-of-the-art fitness centre and daily children’s programs are also available. Guests can enjoy exploring the resort’s boutique or the fine art gallery. Dolphin encounters can be arranged, and a variety of meeting and banquet rooms are also available on site. Fine dining with beachfront views, premium meat selections, and an extensive wine list are offered at Caretta on the Gulf. Casual beachfront and poolside dining is featured at the Tate Island Grill. The Marketplace offers grocery items and Starbucks® coffee. Located near Highway 20, this resort is just 1 km from Pier 60 and 3.3 km from Sand Key Park. Caladesi Island State Park is 6 minutes' drive from the Clearwater Beach resort.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most ELEGANT beachfront hotel in Tampa.
Apartment hotel.Beach front location. Lively. Featuring a private beach, these Belleaire Beach apartments include a full kitchen and free WiFi. An outdoor pool is on site, and Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary is 11.2 km away. Each room has an ocean or pool view and a cable TV at this Belleaire Beach Nautical Watch property. Extras include a sofa, towels, and linen. A hot tub, garden, and barbecue facilities are available to all guests. A shared lounge is offered at Nautical Watch as well. These apartments are 12 minutes’ drive to Florida Botanical Gardens and 6.4 km from Belleview Biltmore Golf Club. Tampa International Airport is 31 km away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most lively and relaxing beachfront hotel in Tampa.
Historic. Great breakfast. This Bradenton Beach resort is less than 15 miles from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. Guests of Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort will enjoy private beach access, water sports activities, and a daily continental breakfast. Guests can stay connected with free Wi-Fi and then relax with a beach massage. An outdoor pool and scooter and bicycle rentals are also offered. All accommodations feature a microwave, small refrigerator, and tea and coffee-making facilities. A seating area with a sofa bed is included as well. Guest will be 9 miles from Robinson Preserve and less than 13 miles from the Mote Marine Laboratory Aquarium. Ringling Museum is 14 miles away.Show full description
Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Residence Inn by Marriott St. Petersburg Treasure Island boasts a beachfront location. Guests can start their day with a complimentary buffet breakfast and then take a dip in the oceanfront pool. Complimentary WiFi is provided for all guests. Guestrooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave are provided as well. Select rooms feature a full kitchen and a separate living area. A balcony is offered in all rooms. Residence Inn by Marriott St. Petersburg Treasure Island features a fitness centre. Guests can have a drink at the evening weekday reception. A 24-hour convenience store is also on-site. John's Pass Boardwalk is 2 km from the hotel.Show full description
This hotel has a highly rated breakfast and outstanding views.
Comfortable beds. Set in St Pete Beach, within less than 1 km of Treasure Island and 1.7 km of Sunset Beach, Page Terrace Beachfront Hotel offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 2-star hotel offers a business centre and a concierge service. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the barbecue, or enjoy views of the city and pool. Page Terrace Beachfront Hotel features some units with sea views, and the rooms come with a patio. All guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms in the accommodation are equipped with a coffee machine and a computer. Madeira Beach is 2.9 km from Page Terrace Beachfront Hotel, while John's Pass is 2.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, 23 km from the hotel.Show full description
This hotel has super comfortable beds and a great location in St Pete Beach.
Apartment hotel.Great views. Popular among families. Offering a terrace and sea view, Provident Oceana Beachfront Suites is set in St Pete Beach, 80 metres from Treasure Island and less than 1 km from Sunset Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The aparthotel has an outdoor swimming pool with a fence, as well as a hot tub and a lift. John's Pass is 3.3 km from Provident Oceana Beachfront Suites, while Johns Pass and Village Boardwalk is 3.6 km from the property. Each unit is fitted with air conditioning, a private bathroom and a well-fitted kitchen including a dishwasher, microwave, toaster and a fridge. All units at the aparthotel come with a seating area. A bicycle rental service is available at the aparthotel. The nearest airport is St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, 23 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Resort.Delightful property. Great restaurant. Located in St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island Beach Resort is surrounded by the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. The resort features a beachfrontoutdoor pool and sun terrace. A fitness centre and free private parking are also available at the Florida beach resort. Guests can enjoy coastal decor, floor-to-ceiling windows, and free WiFi in the accommodations. The on-site signature restaurant, BRGR Kitchen + Bar, serves gourmet burgers, salads, and comfort-inspired dishes. Each suite has a dining area and a kitchenette with a refrigerator, stovetop, dishwasher, and microwave. A seating area, desk, and flat-screen TV are included, and each private bathroom boasts bathrobes and free toiletries. In the surroundings, John's Pass Village and Boardwalk is just 3 minutes' drive away. Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserve is 7 km from the Treasure Island Resort, and Dolphin Landings Charter Boat Center is 6.5 km away.Show full description
I rate this as the most BEAUTIFUL beachfront hotel in Tampa.
Resort.Cool. Great bar. DoubleTree Beach Resort by Hilton Tampa Bay – North Redington Beach is located directly on the beach and offers semi- private beach access.The hotel features on-site dining and easy access to recreational activities. Rooms at the hotel include a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Guests can start the day with a cup of coffee from the in-room coffeemakers, and then relax in the outdoor swimming pool. Every room comes with a private bathroom and the convenience of a small refrigerator. Several rooms feature a balcony with views of the water. Business guests can take advantage of the 24-hour business centre. Enjoy casual cuisine and fresh seafood for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Mangos Restaurant and Tiki Bar, located on-site. The Dali Museum is 25.3 km from the property. St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport is a 29 minutes' drive away.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Great bar. Popular among families. Offering panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico, this beachfront resort is located on the white sand shores of Treasure Island. Guests can take a dip in the geothermal heated pool, or take a sunset stroll through the tropical-themed courtyard. The Sunset Vista Beachfront Suites area activities include parasailing and scuba diving. Guests can grab a bite at the Sunset Vistas' Café, or enjoy a cocktail and watch the sunset at Sunset Beach Bar. John's Pass Village and Boardwalk is 2 km away. Treasure Bay Golf & Tennis and Native Sportfishing is 3.1 km away. A fully equipped kitchen and a private balcony are standard in each suite. Flat-screen TVs with DVD players are perfect for entertaining the family. The hotel's staff can also help arrange area tours, excursions, and even dinner reservations. The Pirate Ship Royal Conquest is 1.4 km away. Saint Petersburg Beach, Redington Long Pier, and Constitution Park are less than 12 minutes' drive from Sunset Vistas Two Bedroom Beachfront Suites.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Beach front location. Popular among women. These St. Pete Beach, Florida apartments boast a fully equipped kitchen and balcony with view of the Gulf of Mexico. Pete Beach Vistas on the Gulf by Liberte property offers a launderette on site. Fort Desoto State Park is 10.7 km away. Free Wi-Fi, a cable TV, and a separate seating area with a sofa are also included. Each Vistas on the Gulf by Liberte apartment has an en suite bathroom with a bath or shower. A hot tub and barbecue facilities are available to all guests throughout their weekend getaway or extended vacation. This St. Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserve is 1.7 km away. The Dali Museum, home to the largest collection of Salvador Domingo Dali art outside of Europe, is 15 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
Resort.Elegant. Adjacent to the Sand Key Park and Preserve and boasting an beachfront location, this hotel offers amenities and facilities including a spa, tennis courts and on-site restaurants. The Sheraton Sand Key Resort provides everything needed for an unforgettable stay, including 3 tennis courts, state-of-the-art fitness centre and an oceanfront pool. Guests can also enjoy on-site beach and pool toy rentals as well as on-site watercraft rentals. Clearwater Beach town centre is located only a trolley ride from the Sheraton Sand Key and features entertainment options, restaurants and unique shops. Guests can also discover nearby scenic trails or learn to sail at the Clearwater Sailing Center. Sand Key Sheraton on-site dining options include tropical beverages at the Turtle Bar and quick snacks at the Poolside Cafe. Fine dining is also available at Rusty's Bistro as well as pub fare at the Mainstay Tavern. An à la carte buffet is offered at Island Grille. Clearwater Marine Aquarium is 10 minutes' drive away. Sheraton Sand Key Resort is also 3.2 km from Pier 60 and Pier 60 Marina.Show full description
Resort.Cool. Great restaurant. The Bilmar Beach Resort, a Florida Gulf Coast resort located in beautiful Treasure Island, Florida, offers unparalleled sophistication and elegance that you won’t find in ordinary hotels. The Bilmar is a Treasure Island, Florida resort that has been the undisputed favorite of families for years. The spacious guest accommodations and amenities that include two heated pools and a beach side fitness trail are all a part of what makes this oceanfront getaway unforgettable. When other hotels on Treasure Island simply will not do, make plans for a vacation as it was meant to be—at the Bilmar Beach Resort. . Show full description
Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Offering an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi access, this beachfront hotel is located adjacent to Redington Long Pier. Madeira Beach Municipal Marina is 5 minutes’ drive from the property. A cable TV is featured in each room at Hotel SOL. A microwave, refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities are included as well as an en suite bathroom. In addition, air conditioning is provided. Guests can enjoy the garden and terrace at the non-smoking SOL Hotel. The property also offers free parking. Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary is 1.8 km away from the hotel, Park Boulevard Boat Ramp is 2.2 km from the property, and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf, which offers mini-golf, is located 3.3 km from Hotel SOL.Show full description
Resort. Offering an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi access, this resort is adjacent to Saint Pete Beach. Smuggler’s Cove Adventure Golf, a mini-golf venue, is located 10.1 km from the property. A cable TV and telephone are featured in all Gulf Winds Resort by Travel Resort Services apartments. A fully equipped kitchen with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, oven, and kitchenware is included. Guests can enjoy playing a game of shuffleboard on site at TRS Resort. A garden and a sun terrace are offered as well as barbecue facilities. Parking is complimentary for guests’ convenience. Pinellas National Wildlife Refuge is 14 minutes’ drive away from the property, Sunken Gardens is 18 minutes’ drive away, and Dolphin Marine Rentals are 5.0 km from Gulf Winds Resort.Show full description
Motel.Lively. Great value. Facing the beachfront, Sails Resort Motel offers 3-star accommodation in St Pete Beach and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. Featuring a barbecue and a private beach area, this property is located near attractions such as North Redington Beach and Madeira Beach. The motel provides certain rooms that include sea views, and each room has a private bathroom and a wardrobe. Indian Shores Beach is 2.4 km from the accommodation, while John's Pass is 5.4 km away. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At Sails Resort Motel rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, 24 km from Sails Resort Motel.Show full description
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