Location
Located in the heart of St. Petersburg Beach with direct beach access, the hotel shares in the diverse cultural events and active nightlife of the Tampa Bay area. It is located just 30 minutes from Tampa International Airport, 25 minutes from St. Petersburg/Clearwater International and about 90 minutes from all major Central Florida attractions.
Facilities
Guests have a choice of 383 rooms, including 209 suites, 53 studios, 8 single rooms and 101 double rooms, located in an 8-storey main building and an 8-storey auxiliary building. The 24-hour reception desk makes arrival and departure effortless. Services and facilities include a safe, a currency exchange service, a cash machine, a newspaper stand, a playroom, 8 conference rooms and a business centre. Wireless internet access (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected while on holiday.
8 lifts and wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park.
Rooms
The rooms have a living room, a kitchen and a bathroom, as well as air conditioning and individually adjustable heating. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed, a queen-size bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. Guests can also book separate bedrooms.
A safe and a desk are also available. There is a fully-equipped kitchenette with a refrigerator, mini fridge, microwave and tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well.
The daily newspaper is laid out for guests in the the rooms. A shower, a bathtub and a whirlpool bath are included the bathrooms. A hairdryer is also provided. The hotel has 382 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The freshwater pool complex, which is in part heated, includes 3 outdoor pools. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. Sun loungers and parasols on the sun terrace create a perfect space for guests to relax and unwind. The wide range of activities offered at the hotel ensures that there is something new to do every day, including tennis, beach volleyball, golf and fishing.
A number of sports are available, including water sports such as sailing and snorkelling. For a fee, guests can also enjoy jet skiing, paddle boating and banana boat rides. A gym and table tennis or, for a fee, billiards, are among the sport and leisure options available. A spa and solarium are available in the wellness area.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a café, a bar and a pub. Guests can indulge their palates at 3 restaurants (non-smoking, air conditioning and high chairs). A continental breakfast gives guests many appetising reasons to get out of bed in the morning. Delicious set menus are available at lunch and dinner.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.