| off i-275, this straightforward hotel is 5 miles from the sunken gardens, 6 miles from the downtown petersburg historic district and 7 miles from the saint petersburg museum of history. there's also an outdoor pool and an exercise room. the unassuming rooms come with free wi-fi, flat-screen tv, microwaves and minifridges, as well as keurig coffeemakers. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. all feature pillow-top mattresses, while suites add living areas with pull-out sofas; some have whirlpool tubs. complimentary amenities include a hot breakfast buffet and parking
Tampa International Airport 18 min
Chihuly Collection (13 min)
Unique sculptures by legendary glass artist Dale Chihuly, plus glass-blowing demonstrations. Florida Botanical Gardens (28 min)
Cultivated gardens featuring local & tropical flora plus 90 acres of diverse natural habitats. Sunken Gardens (13 min)
Tropical, century-old attraction featuring thousands of plants, a butterfly aviary & wildlife shows. Sawgrass Lake Park (12 min)
Swamp conservation area with a mile-long boardwalk & a 1/2-mile dirt path for wildlife observation. The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum) (14 min)
Extensive collection of surrealist art by Salvador Dalí housed in a building with 900 glass panels. Vinoy Park (16 min)
Park featuring waterfront views & 11+ acres of open space, plus room for various special events. Sunset Beach (28 min)
White-sand beach with turquoise water, a pavilion & a boardwalk over the dunes, plus sunset views. Saint Petersburg Pier (52 min) Museum of Fine Arts (14 min)
Exhibits spanning 4,000 years, including African art, European paintings & American photography. Weedon Island Preserve (10 min)
3,190-acre nature reserve with hiking paths, birdwatching, a paddling trail & canoe/kayak rentals. Morean Arts Center (13 min)
Free-entry contemporary art gallery showcasing local & international work & offering classes. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve (18 min)
Natural retreat with abundant wildlife, trails, picnic areas, a gift shop & scenic tram tours. Duke Energy Center for the Arts - Mahaffey Theater (15 min)
Elegant space, with box seats & a waterfront view, hosts the Florida Orchestra & other events. Great Explorations Children's Museum (13 min)
Nonprofit museum offering 18,000 sq. ft. of hands-on exhibits & workshops aimed at kids. Weedon Island, Florida (11 min) | 
