Top Choices for Beach Hotels in St Petersburg/Clearwater

The ultra-chic Wyndham Grand sits on Clearwater Beach with 343 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites promising the ultimate in luxurious comfort. Plush bedding, a 50-inch flat-screen TV, and all of the modern-day creature comforts you would expect, pave the way to a wonderful experience. Rooms offer a partial or full view of the sea while a grand sundeck, shimmering pool and soothing whirlpool spa and fitness center add to your R&R. For total pampering, check into the Pallavi Spa where you can surrender to head-to-toe indulgence after your day at the beach. Dining becomes an international experience with an Asian-fusion menu at Ocean Hai while traditional bar favorites and cool drinks are offered at Dock's Pool Bar & Grill. Lobby bar, eSKPades is the place for Starbucks coffees and quick bites,

Another Clearwater favorite, the Hyatt Regency sits on one of America's best beaches along the tranquil Gulf of Mexico. The 250 spacious balconied suites afford sweeping ocean views and are outfitted with fully equipped kitchens, flat screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi. Upgraded suites offer additional space with separate living rooms and pull-out sofas. Fine dining is the name of the game at Shor American Seafood Grille, while more casual fare is available at the 8th floor Swim Bar & Grill, where you can always catch beautiful sunsets. The opulent Sandava Spa promises to soothe your aches, pains and worries with a host of calming massages, facials and body treatments. For small travelers, Camp Hyatt promises plenty of activities

Whether you're looking for a romantic escape or a family vacation, the Sheraton Sand Key Resort is sure to fill the bill. Tucked into a tranquil paradise near Sand Key Park, the 390-room (15 are suites) property beckons with soothing vistas and comfortable amenities. Sheraton Signature Sleep Experience beds promise total relaxation, with cushy room and bath extras to complement your experience. Delightful dining can be experienced at Rusty's Bistro with a host of fresh, local options in a refined setting, while casual fare and comfort food are featured at Island Grille. The lobby's Mainstay Tavern offers a change of pace with six plasma TVs, Wii gaming system and a pool table, along with light bites and refreshments. Enjoy the ocean breezes from your comfy poolside perch, or relax on the soothing 13-acre sandy beach. The fully equipped fitness center and tennis courts offer plenty of exercise "ops."

Petit and picture-perfect, the Inn on the Beach is located in tranquil Pass-a-Grille, away from the hustle and bustle of larger beach areas. Conveniently located across from one of the area's most sought-after shorelines, it's just walking distance to some of the neighborhood's most popular restaurants, shops and bistros along historic 8th Avenue. The 12 rooms and suites - some with full kitchens - offer all of the modern creature comforts, yet with a laid-back, nostalgic Florida vibe. The inn provides beach umbrellas and chairs as well as coolers, bikes and towels. There is no onsite restaurant however, complimentary Continental breakfast is offered on the weekend. The attentive, personalized service are just the frosting on the proverbial cake!

Sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico, soothing décor and a chic ambiance define one of the newer resorts tucked along Clearwater Beach. Balconied rooms and suites offer Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges and coffeemakers. Upgraded suites boast separate living rooms with kitchenettes. Colorful cocktails, fresh seafood and locally sourced dishes take center stage at the elegant Sea Guini, while casual fare can be savored at the beachfront Sandbar. The small, but complete Opal Spa features a wide range of soothing treatments in a cozy sanctuary with calming ocean views. Jet skis, paddle boards, kayaks and beach cabanas are available for rent.

This chic, boutique Mediterranean-style hotel sits across from St Pete Beach and is one of the newest on the beach. The 72 elegant rooms and suites - some with soaking tubs - boast elegant décor and top drawer creature comforts. A seven-slip marina, outdoor pool dotted with comfy chaises, hot tub and 24-hour exercise room are an added draw. Spanish, Mexican and Mediterranean cuisine is featured onsite at the popular Castile Restaurant. An ample menu backed up by designer cocktails, wines, beer and martinis is sure to please every palate. When the sun sets, slip up to 360° Rooftop for lighter fare and stunning views.

Located along the scenic shores of the Gulf of Mexico, this award-winning resort offers chic rooms and suites with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi and many other amenities. A lagoon-style, walk-in pool, beachfront fire pits, fully equipped fitness center and lavish spa with a wide range of soothing treatments, provide perfect chilling-out options. Two beachfront restaurants, including the AAA Diamond Award-winning Caretta on the Gulf - dish up tasty cuisine and a "grab and go" Marketplace off the main lobby offers something for people on the run. For children 5 - 10 years old Camp Ridley offers plenty of seasonal activities to keep them entertained. The resort's location close to Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach allows access to nightly sunset rituals.

Sitting on one of the area's prettiest - and most tranquil - beaches, Post Card Inn offers a touch of the past with décor hinting at surfers and seaside chic. The definitely laid-back vibe promises endless hours of R&R with guestrooms punctuated by beach-themed art and surfer memorabilia. Rooms all feature flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safe, mini fridge, coffee maker and charming vintage light fixtures. An Olympic-size pool and water sports on the beach offer plenty to do. The newly refurbished Boathouse Kitchen and Bar dishes up tasty Floribbean cuisine along with designer cocktails such as the Smoked Old Fashioned, Strawberry Basil Smash and the unique Baconado Bloody Mary. The PCI Beach Bar (said to be the oldest on the beach) is the place for light bites, frosty drinks. Live music is featured on the weekend.

Sprawling along the scenic shores of St Pete Beach, this popular resort features 20 acres of beachfront fun. With five heated pools, meandering waterways with paddle boats, a bungee trampoline, high tide water slide and other fun activities, there's something for the whole family. Additional activities for kids - including performances by RedBeard the pirate - are especially thrilling. Ten restaurants and bars offer sit-down or grab-and-go dining. Adults can pamper their bodies and souls in the luxurious spa with a selection of more than 25 treatments. Sister property Guy Harvey Outpost located next door, offers yet more activities and pools, as well as the popular Rum Fish Grill with its 33.000-gallon aquarium where visitors can swim with the fish.

One of the area's most well-known landmarks, the stately "Don" has been wooing generations of visitors to St Pete Beach for many years. Tucked into a pink palatial Mediterranean-style complex and affectionately known as the "Pink Palace," it debuted as a hotel in 1928, at the height of the Great Gatsby era, and was a favorite with F. Scott Fitzgerald, Al Capone, FDR and other notables. Today, it boasts lavish accommodations, an amazing spa, award-winning restaurants and two heated pools and is located on one of the area's best beaches. Picture-perfect vistas and topnotch services make this an ideal luxurious getaway for both families and romance. As of Feb. 16, 2017, it was purchased by Host Hotels & Resorts and is now managed by Davidson Hotels & Resorts.