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4.0 out of 5

"We had a wonderful stay, location was perfect the staff was wonderful from the time we arrived until the day we departed. I would definitely come back ... " More

By a verified traveler on Sat 20 May 2023

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Hotel Description

4-star beachfront hotel near Dolphin Landings Charter Boat Center

Beachside getaway

At this St. Pete Beach hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Dolphin Landings Charter Boat Center and 3 miles (5 km) of Palms of Pasadena Hospital. Eckerd College and John's Pass Village & Boardwalk are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Private beach, outdoor pool

This smoke-free hotel features a private beach, a nightclub, and 3 restaurants. Enjoy the outdoor pool and unwind at the bar/lounge and poolside bar.

Room, 1 King Bed (Boca Ciega Bay view)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
$219* Per night/room Jun 4 - Jun 5

Classic Room (2 King Beds)

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Penthouse

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Bellwether Beach Resort ratings based on 26 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
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Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Bellwether Beach Resort

Everyone (7) Couples (11) Family (4)
5 out of 5
We had a wonderful stay, location was perfect the staff was wonderful from the time we arrived until the day we departed. I would definitely come back!

Posted by on May 20, 2023

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May 29, 2023 by General Manager

Hi Tonya, thank you for sharing your experience. I am so glad that our staff was kind and welcoming for the entirety of your stay. Our goal is to consistently provide outstanding service to each of our guests and I am thrilled to hear that this was reflected in your visit. It was a pleasure to welcome you and we can’t wait until your next visit!

5 out of 5
The facility was clean and the staff was friendly!

Posted by , from Omaha on May 19, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 29, 2023 by General Manager

Hi Frank, it was a pleasure welcoming you to St. Pete Beach! I’m thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time with us. We strive to exceed our guests’ expectations in everything we do from providing clean and cozy accommodations to excellent, friendly service. From all of us here, we can’t wait to see you next time on St. Pete Beach!

3 out of 5
lso housekeeping only comes every other day. Trash piles up very quickly, being that the 3 waste baskets in the room are only 8x8 inches, And if you are only going to clean the rooms every other day, you should let the guest know at check in and supply the room with more towels

Posted by on May 16, 2023

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Apr 22, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 29, 2023 by General Manager

Hi Madeleine, thank you for staying with us. It was a pleasure having you and I look forward to welcoming you again!

5 out of 5
Everything was great

Posted by on Apr 20, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Apr 20, 2023 by General Manager

Hi Claudio, it was a pleasure to welcome you to St. Pete Beach. I’m pleased you enjoyed our wonderfully clean and spacious guest rooms complete with stunning views. Whether you want to enjoy a drink in hand and toes in the sand at Bongos Beach Bar or indulge in amazing 360-degree views of the Gulf at Spinners, we’ve got something for everyone to enjoy. I’m thrilled you had a great time, and we look forward to your next visit!

3 out of 5

Posted by , from SCHAUMBURG on Mar 30, 2023

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Apr 19, 2023 by General Manager

Stephanie, Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We have shared it with our team and hope to welcome you back in the future!

5 out of 5
It was an ideal location. Loved being on the beach and having a pool and other lounge places to sit. It was upscale, but not too upscale. Close to lots of things. Parking was a bit tight, but you do what you can do with what you have. Rooms were a bit tight and took us a bit to figure out where to put our stuff. You can't really make them bigger at this point. Not a deal breaker. Bathroom could have more space for toiletries and towels. Our door shut hard and we think we didn't have it shut tight the first night. I wish the maids came in every day and stocked up at least. I had to call for things a few times also after they were in the room, we sometimes had less. It was like I had two rolls of toilet paper when we got there and when I was low and asked for more, we didn't get extra and I had to call. Needed more hand towels a few times, I like a clean one every day. Washcloths were not stocked and I had one for 2 people for our two more day stay. Garbage cans are small. If they emptied them every day, not big deal, but we filled ours up in one day every day. I know we can call for things that we need, but we are on vacation and on the run. Not time for that and sometimes when I called, no one would answer. Then I'm left having to worry about remembering to call for toilet paper so we don't run out. Not what I want to think about when down on the beach. All in all, we had a good stay.

Posted by on Mar 17, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 17, 2023 by General Manager

Hi Dennis, thank you for staying with us on St. Pete Beach. There’s no better way to enjoy the essence of Florida living than at our beachfront resort. With endless ocean views and countless amenities such as our pool and beach cabanas, we have something for everyone to enjoy. Your other feedback is appreciated and has been noted as we’re always looking for ways to enhance the guest experience. From all of us here, see you again soon!

4 out of 5
Great beach experience. Very clean and neat. No parking for visitors. Overpriced bar drinks.

Posted by , from Lancaster on Feb 23, 2023

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Feb 26, 2023 by General Manager

Hi David, thank you for staying with us on St. Pete Beach. There’s no better way to experience Florida than at our beachfront resort with complimentary chairs, cabanas, and beach drink and food service. I’m thrilled you also enjoyed our clean resort grounds and cozy accommodations. Your other feedback is appreciated and has been noted. From all of us here, see you again soon!

3 out of 5
We've been coming to this property since 2012 when it was Grand Plaza Hotel even stayed at the Penthouse once. We liked the design updates but were disappointed with the last room we stayed in, it was too small/tight. The room we stayed in was by front of hotel and it was too noisy with loud guests outside. We hope next time we get a beach view!

Posted by on Jan 22, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jan 25, 2023 by General Manager

Hi Marilyn, thank you for sharing about your recent stay. While I’m glad to see a familiar face, I’m disheartened this visit did not meet your expectations. We work hard to ensure every guest enjoys a relaxing environment and understand the frustrations unwanted noise can cause. Rest assured, your feedback will be shared with our leadership team to better enhance the guest experience. See you again soon!

4 out of 5
Loved location, comfy room, Level 11 bar and view was amazing Pool is deep No maid service entire stay but prompt response when request towels and coffee

Posted by on Jan 17, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jan 19, 2023 by General Manager

Hello Tina, thank you for choosing to stay with us. I’m so glad you got to experience a wonderful getaway on St. Pete Beach. There’s no better way to enjoy the ocean than at our beachfront property with relaxing guestrooms and vibrant restaurants. Level 11 Rooftop Bar and Lounge is the perfect place to enjoy a signature cocktail and indulge in the sparkling Gulf of Mexico. We’re thrilled you had a fun time and can’t wait to welcome you back!

About the Bellwether Beach Resort

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

Property Features

A private beach is featured. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Event space at this hotel measures 9000 square feet (836 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and a terrace are also featured at Bellwether Beach Resort. This 4-star St. Pete Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 156 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 9000 sq ft of conference space
  • 836 sq m of conference space
  • Nightclub
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • On private beach
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • DVD player

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking

Parking (limited spaces)

Room Amenities

Bellwether Beach Resort offers 156 accommodations with DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. This St. Pete Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • DVD player
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Bellwether Beach Resort has 3 restaurants serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Personal motorized watercraft on site
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (in select rooms)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property. Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-out is available. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 17
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 50.85 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 8–25 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You should know

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.