| overlooking the intracoastal waterway, this casual hotel is a 2-minute walk from the beaches of the gulf of mexico and 11 miles from boyd hill nature preserve. barbecue facilities are available. there's a heated outdoor pool surrounded by palm trees, and a dock with a fish-cleaning station. minimum-stay rules may apply. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. bright, homey studios feature free wi-fi, cable tv and kitchenettes. the poolside or waterfront 1-bedroom apartments sleep up to 6 guests, and add full kitchens, and living rooms with dining areas
Tampa International Airport 42 min
The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum) (26 min)
Extensive collection of surrealist art by Salvador Dalí housed in a building with 900 glass panels. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve (24 min)
Natural retreat with abundant wildlife, trails, picnic areas, a gift shop & scenic tram tours. John's Pass (9 min)
Quaint, historic fishing village with shops, bars, restaurants & watersports outfitters. Egmont Key National Wildlife Refuge (29 min)
Former military base is now an endangered wildlife preserve accessible only by water. Morean Arts Center (22 min)
Free-entry contemporary art gallery showcasing local & international work & offering classes. Sunken Gardens (27 min)
Tropical, century-old attraction featuring thousands of plants, a butterfly aviary & wildlife shows. Skyway Fishing Pier State Park (27 min)
Fishing pier stretching across Tampa Bay offering sunset views & myriad species of catch 24/7. Chihuly Collection (22 min)
Unique sculptures by legendary glass artist Dale Chihuly, plus glass-blowing demonstrations. Sunset Beach (13 min)
White-sand beach with turquoise water, a pavilion & a boardwalk over the dunes, plus sunset views. Sunshine Skyway Bridge (34 min) Upham Beach Park (9 min)
Wide, white sandy beach backed by dunes, known for dolphin sightings & light surfing. Fort De Soto Park (24 min)
Beaches, camping, trails & a historic fort in a vast park spread over multiple connected islands. Saint Petersburg Pier (1 hr 10) Museum of Fine Arts (26 min)
Exhibits spanning 4,000 years, including African art, European paintings & American photography. Florida Botanical Gardens (28 min)
Cultivated gardens featuring local & tropical flora plus 90 acres of diverse natural habitats. | 
