"Great place to stay. The hotel was centrally located and well-kept. Clean, comfortable room with a great view of the Gulf. The staff was friendly and helpful. Don't hesitate to stay here.2018-05-07"
"Convenient to Tropicana Field, but the neighborhood wasn't the best. The hotel was updated but needed a little maintenance. The staff was friendly and helpful, and breakfast was good.2017-09-23"
"A real nice hotel. I recommend staying here.2017-06-12"
"Convenient to the Rays ballpark, restaurants, and beaches. The room was nice and clean and met our expectations. The hotel clerks were helpful, and you couldn't ask for a better group of breakfast attendants. Definitely stay here.2016-08-29"
"The motel room was clean, and the check-in clerk was personable. Good bang for the buck.2016-03-03"
"This motel was the worst. Had to pay just to get towels for the pool that was cold as ice. No local information available, and the staff wasn't friendly. When I went to check out, they ran to see the room, which was insulting.2015-11-24"
"The motel staff was disrespectful. Look for another place to stay.2015-06-14"
"As I was packing to leave, I found a hypodermic needle next to my parked truck. I wasn't happy about that. Don't stay at this hotel.2020-05-26"
"The hotel was dirty and poorly maintained. There were lots of safety issues.2019-04-16"
"The room door wouldn't close properly, and there was so much noise outside that I couldn't sleep. There were cockroaches in the bathroom, and the bathroom door wouldn't close at all. I wouldn't recommend this hotel to a dog, much less a human.2019-03-21"
"Horrible motel stay. The room was actually nice, but a party started at 10:30 PM in the pool area, which was right by our room. We called the front desk 3 times about the noise, but nothing was done. Don't stay here.2016-04-04"
"Close to restaurants and stores. Good value. I was happy with the cleanliness, and the courtyard was wonderful. The motel staff was incredibly warm and helpful. Surprisingly good choices at breakfast. I highly recommend staying here.2016-03-14"
"The hotel was busy, but security kept things under control. We were pleased with this property, and it had everything we needed.2018-04-05"
"The hotel room was dated and didn't face the beach. The music was sometimes too loud, and parking was a problem. Find another place to stay.2017-04-09"
"A typical Howard Johnson hotel. There was a $17 per day "resort fee" that paid for WiFi, parking, and use of the pool. No breakfast included.2019-12-26"
"The hotel charged a resort fee for 2 bottles of water and use of sand toys. The WiFi didn't work. The room was clean but old. Paint was chipping off the walls, and the AC cycled loudly on and off. The bathtub leaked about 5 gallons of water every 15 minutes. Don't stay here.2018-11-16"
"The hotel was outdated, and parking was limited. Not what I expected.2018-07-03"
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service resort steps from beach
7 floors, 585 rooms and suites
4 heated outdoor swimming pools - exercise room
6 restaurants - 2 lounges - room service
Pet friendly resort
More > - allows pets up to 80 pounds, 2 pets per room - bring proof of pet vaccinations given within 10 days - $30 per night pet fee. - Aug 2016 < Less
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $45 per night - includes parking and WiFi.
"The motel was in a bad area. The room was dingy and dirty. Find another place to stay.2019-09-20"
"Nothing fancy, but the motel was cheap.2019-04-24"
"Old motel. AC was loud and didn't cool the room. It was finally replaced my last day. The pool was locked and out of service. The restaurant and bar were closed. Don't stay here.2015-03-14"
4 buildings - up to 8 floors, 382 rooms and suites
2 outdoor swimming pools open all year
Exercise room
3 restaurants - lounge
Pet friendly resort
More > - allows up to 2 pets per room with a combined weight of 40 pounds in some pet rooms - $50 per night pet fee. - Apr 2022 < Less
Note: This resort charges an amenity fee of $40 per night - includes WiFi and parking for one car.
"We enjoyed our stay at this hotel. The room was nice and thoroughly cleaned each day. The employees were pleasant and helpful.2015-08-07"
"I was disappointed with my hotel stay in Building 1. I could hear everyone in the hallways, other rooms, and a bus outside. There was dust on the dresser. Took a long time for water to heat up. The staff was pleasant and helpful.2015-04-12"
"The hotel was clean and comfortable, and the employees were friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay.2018-08-20"
"The hotel was convenient and clean, and the staff was terrific during Hurricane Irma. The power was sporadic from room to room, so it was challenging for all; some rooms had AC but no lights, other rooms had no AC but had lights and TV power. The employees even ran an extension cord from a working outlet to make as much coffee as they could. I'd definitely stay here again.2017-09-14"
"Lovely room. The staff was helpful and friendly. Nice pool and exercise room. The hotel was under construction, but it will be beautiful when completed. Enjoy your stay.2016-10-26"
"Excellent beach access right behind the hotel. We were upgraded to a penthouse with an unbelievable view. The staff was efficient and helpful. Don't recommend Bongos, the restaurant and tiki bar next door; the staff was rude and unprofessional. Fortunately, there are plenty of alternatives nearby.2016-01-09"
"Worth the price. Easy access to the St. Petersburg Pier. The hotel was older, and the room needed some cosmetic work, but every employee I interacted with was extremely accommodating and guest-oriented. Breakfast was nice.2022-08-14"
"The hotel room was clean, and I liked the laminate wood flooring. The staff was friendly and helpful.2019-01-01"
"Nice place for a short stay. The neighborhood wasn't the best, but the hotel was right off I-275. The room was clean and comfortable. The front desk clerks were friendly and helpful. Good breakfast bar, but healthier options would've been nice.2018-10-15"
"The 1st night I was kept awake by spring break partiers in the next room, but the hotel staff moved me to another room. They were polite and responsive.2022-03-29"
"A perfect hotel stay from start to finish. The staff was friendly and helpful.2015-04-22"
We order the hotels on this page by how close they are to this attraction.
Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
