| . overlooking the gulf of mexico, this casual, beachfront hotel is 7. petersburg. colorful rooms and studios have a tropical vibe and tile floors, and include free wi-fi, cable tv and desks. 3 miles from the boyd hill nature preserve and 10 miles from downtown st. some have gulf views. amenities include 2 outdoor pools, shuffleboard courts, and patio areas with picnic tables and bbqs. upgraded rooms and 1- and 2-bedroom suites provide kitchenettes, dining areas and/or living rooms. there's also a courtyard gazebo
Tampa International Airport 32 min
Morean Arts Center (14 min)
Free-entry contemporary art gallery showcasing local & international work & offering classes. Fort De Soto Park (13 min)
Beaches, camping, trails & a historic fort in a vast park spread over multiple connected islands. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve (13 min)
Natural retreat with abundant wildlife, trails, picnic areas, a gift shop & scenic tram tours. Sunset Beach (9 min)
White-sand beach with turquoise water, a pavilion & a boardwalk over the dunes, plus sunset views. The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum) (15 min)
Extensive collection of surrealist art by Salvador Dalí housed in a building with 900 glass panels. North Beach At Fort DeSoto Park (22 min)
Vast white strand known for its broad tidal pool, sand dollars & a pirate ship-themed play area. Egmont Key National Wildlife Refuge (18 min)
Former military base is now an endangered wildlife preserve accessible only by water. Saint Petersburg Pier (1 hr 13) Chihuly Collection (14 min)
Unique sculptures by legendary glass artist Dale Chihuly, plus glass-blowing demonstrations. Upham Beach Park (5 min)
Wide, white sandy beach backed by dunes, known for dolphin sightings & light surfing. Museum of Fine Arts (16 min)
Exhibits spanning 4,000 years, including African art, European paintings & American photography. Skyway Fishing Pier State Park (16 min)
Fishing pier stretching across Tampa Bay offering sunset views & myriad species of catch 24/7. Sunshine Skyway Bridge (24 min) Sunken Gardens (17 min)
Tropical, century-old attraction featuring thousands of plants, a butterfly aviary & wildlife shows. Great Explorations Children's Museum (17 min)
Nonprofit museum offering 18,000 sq. ft. of hands-on exhibits & workshops aimed at kids. | 
