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Bellwether Beach Resort

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Dolphin Landings Charter Boat Center

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Exterior
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Terrace/patio
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8,6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • On a private beach
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room (2 King Beds)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, No VIew

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Boca Ciega Bay view)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Partial Ocean View (2 King Beds)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Penthouse

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
5250 Gulf Blvd, St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706

What's nearby

  • Pass-a-Grille Beach - 9 min walk
  • Upham Beach - 15 min walk
  • Eckerd College - 9 min drive
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 10 min drive
  • Tropicana Field - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 15 min drive
  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 25 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 35 min drive
  • Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 43 min drive
  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Crabby Bill's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy B's Beach Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Lounge - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bellwether Beach Resort

Bellwether Beach Resort puts you within a 15-minute drive of John's Pass Village & Boardwalk and Tampa Bay. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, visit one of the 3 restaurants for a bite to eat, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a poolside bar and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 156 rooms
  • Arranged over 12 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Parking

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Onsite parking limited

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's games

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (9000 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Terrace
  • Piano
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 50.85 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Beach access
    • Beach loungers
    • Beach towels
    • Housekeeping
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • In-room safe
    • Internet access (may be limited)
    • Parking
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
    • Pool access
    • Self parking

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 25 per person

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 18 2024 to January 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Frequently asked questions

Is Bellwether Beach Resort currently open?
This property is closed from October 18 2024 to January 31 2025 (dates subject to change).
Does Bellwether Beach Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bellwether Beach Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Bellwether Beach Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Bellwether Beach Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Bellwether Beach Resort?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bellwether Beach Resort?
You can check in starting at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Bellwether Beach Resort?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gulfport Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Bellwether Beach Resort and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as volleyball. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a private beach.
Are there restaurants at or near Bellwether Beach Resort?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants.
What's the area around Bellwether Beach Resort like?
Bellwether Beach Resort is on St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches, a short 7-minute walk from Splash Island Water Park and 9 minutes' walk from Pass-a-Grille Beach. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

Bellwether Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8,6

Excellent

8,6/10

Cleanliness

8,8/10

Staff & service

8,2/10

Amenities

8,0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

patria, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Christina R, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

One elevator working almost caused a riot. Screaming kids in the pool with no one asking the parents to quiet their children. Not sure we will return, other places looked nicer
Todd, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Kevin and Debra, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Erica, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Was very relaxing and rooms were very nice and quiet. Spent Birthday Weekend there. Will be back
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great
Ernesto, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Angie, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Mold in room and door wouldn’t lock
Belinda, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Alexander, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great Beach access
Ed, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay!
Lisa Kathryn, 7-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Other than the air conditioner blowing hot air straight into small balcony I enjoyed our visit. Great location and most of huge staff were very helpful and professional.
jeff, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was awesome!! We had the best time!! Definitely coming back!!
Donna, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Denesha, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

1of2 elevators out of service very frustrating. Housekeeping skipped us after requesting service. Room not ready on arrival and no text when it became available(sitting in car), expensive drinks and service charges
David, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

tania, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nicely renovated older property with a 60s vibe. Right on the beach with excellent views. Our deck was nice, but not cleaned up like the rest of the hotel.
John, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

We enjoyed a great family vacation here. The food and service was great. I will say this place could use some upgrades, it is dated but the treatment you receive makes up for it.
Nicole, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

I like that the property was right on the water.
Sandra, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Doris, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice location. Great beach. Good drinks Nice rooftop restaurant. Friendly staff Clean great views Lots of Beachy music Easy parking for hotel guests Air worked great! Pillows and bedding nice Good hangars and closet space Hallways on floor 5 were smelly Elevator 1 was down Room Needs better plugs/outlets Towlel racks needed Terrible in room coffee Gouges in paint and some walls
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Other than one elevator wasn’t working everything was great
John, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

David, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you to Jordan and the amazing staff at Bongos!
Benjamin, 3-night romance trip
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