check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. the 1- and 2-bedroom apartments add full kitchens and living rooms, as well as views of the gulf. straightforward studios come with flat-screen tvs, kitchenettes and sitting areas. shuffleboard is offered. set on north redington beach along the gulf of mexico, this casual hotel is a 25-minute walk from the suncoast seabird sanctuary and 11 miles from the i-275. other amenities include bbq facilities, plus an outdoor pool with a terrace and sunloungers. parking is complimentary Tampa International Airport 41 min
Upham Beach Park (19 min) Wide, white sandy beach backed by dunes, known for dolphin sightings & light surfing. Sunset Beach (15 min) White-sand beach with turquoise water, a pavilion & a boardwalk over the dunes, plus sunset views. John's Pass (8 min) Quaint, historic fishing village with shops, bars, restaurants & watersports outfitters. Tiki Gardens - Indian Shores Beach Access (7 min) Tranquil beach with a landscaped public access area offering parking, showers & restrooms. Florida Botanical Gardens (15 min) Cultivated gardens featuring local & tropical flora plus 90 acres of diverse natural habitats. Chihuly Collection (28 min) Unique sculptures by legendary glass artist Dale Chihuly, plus glass-blowing demonstrations. Great Explorations Children's Museum (30 min) Nonprofit museum offering 18,000 sq. ft. of hands-on exhibits & workshops aimed at kids. Sand Key (16 min) Located on the tip of a barrier island, Sand Key is known for its namesake park & sandy beaches. Clearwater Marine Aquarium (30 min) Home of the inspiration for Dolphin Tale, this aquarium exhibits marine mammals & sea turtles. Largo Central Park (22 min) 70-acre recreational area featuring a community center, playgrounds & a military court of honor. Sunken Gardens (30 min) Tropical, century-old attraction featuring thousands of plants, a butterfly aviary & wildlife shows. Morean Arts Center (28 min) Free-entry contemporary art gallery showcasing local & international work & offering classes. Sand Key Park (25 min) Expansive white-sand beach offers plenty of room for picnics, surfing & other outdoor activities. Museum of Fine Arts (30 min) Exhibits spanning 4,000 years, including African art, European paintings & American photography. Splash Harbour Water Park (11 min) Water park with a variety of slides, kids' splash zones, a lazy river, casual dining & a tiki bar. |