My husband surprised me with a weekend getaway here for our 20th anniversary, and it couldn't have…read morebeen more perfect! We were excited to discover that the hotel is just a short walk away from one of our favorite beaches, Upham beach, which made the trip even more special. The property had a fun South Beach feel with plenty of seating to socialize, a cute pool with bright flamingo floats, a hot tub, and a great outdoor pool bar. Natalia was a great bartender, she was friendly and gave the most awesome recommendations off the menu. She did not miss a beat! Randy was a fantastic host. He was in communication via text as soon as the room was ready and greeted us immediately as we arrived on the property which does not require you to check in as they send you your room number and code to get in. In the room they also leave all important information including your parking pass and two complimentary drink tickets for a convenient arrival no matter what time you get in. Our room was clean, modern, and comfortable, with a king bed, updated bathroom, big-screen TV, and a convenient kitchenette. There were complimentary mimosas in the lobby each morning. They even have a wonderful restaurant on the 2nd floor, 82 Degrees, where we enjoyed most of our meals for the weekend.

Update - another trip here. Excellent stay overall. Seafood and options are fresh and excellent!…read moreRestaurant staff (another shout out to Tasha and Mustafo) and hotel amenities are a joy! Randy proactively provided us a cart for the beach which he loaded with a cooler of ice and offered beach chair, beach toys, etc. What a nice touch!! LOVE the floats in the pool. And the hot tub was therapeutic. Thanks for another great experience at the Saint.

Review for Flora 403…read more Before I say anything, we had hundreds of places we could have stayed for this part of our visit and I am so happy we landed on this one. My parents live nearby but do not have enough space for us and our kids and this is a yearly trip we try to get together. They relocated permanently to the area and we wanted to still spend time with them, but not have to be on top of each other. We had a lot of recommendations where to stay and we had heard from other people my parents are friends with who live close to Saint Pete and they had a lot of really nice things to say about the area. We looked at staying at resorts and honestly wanted to be able to have the quiet and not just have access to literally everything at a resort, but still wanted access to everything as far as being close by to do what we wanted within walking distance. After a lot of thought and looking at even other units in this building, we decided this would be the best fit for my husband and I. Everything was clean, we had enough essentials for what we needed and they had even more than we expected. We had umbrellas and chairs to use, and the building itself provides boogie boards and floats that you can use whenever. I was worried because the view didn't look like you had that great of a view of the beach, but this is actually perfect for an extroverted introvert like me who wants to see the beach, but does not want everyone to see me looking at them on the beach. Lol for those who get it you get it. We didn't use the deck right off of the master bedroom, but we did use the other one and we still had plenty of space to view the beach without being in full visibility. That made it very nice for us to enjoy a quiet moments. We communicated we would be a late check in due to driving from Miami for the first part of our trip. No issues. We also communicated that my parents lived close by and might want to bring the kids for a beach day and that was not an issue. They didn't come inside for very long but a lot of times that can be an issue because other people abuse rentals. We absolutely loved the closeness of everything and everyone had a good time. The pool was clean and the building itself was clean. Laundry was easy to get to and people were considerate about it. You are in close proximity to so many things and a lot of beautiful places. We rented bikes from a place. We walked to just south of here. We rode them all the way down to Passé a Grille and we were able to put them in the bike rack just at the end of the entrance to the building. We enjoyed dinner at Don CeSar, but Malio's was our favorite. Crabby Bills was a great place to grab a drink right next door and the outdoor staff is really awesome. We actually watched the World Cup games two days in a row there. They are all locals and have a lot of input and valuable tips where to go and what to do. Brittany regularly works outside and will remember your order like you've been there for years but they are all great. We were able to get the free taxi pick up service that's honestly a glorified golf cart with enclosed windows, but we were able to try so many restaurants and had the most amazing time. After spending so much time researching, and trying to figure out where we wanted to stay as a couple with three teens and our lives, revolving around them, most of the time, this was literally the perfect place. If we had a question, the host was more than willing to help and we loved it so much we contacted her to try to extend our stay by another day and she took time out of her own vacation to contact VRBO and make it happen. I can't really add much more to this, but I will include pictures. My husband pays for it, but I ultimately have the final say and review. I would absolutely stay here again and I'm already figuring out when we can return.

Great place to stay. Perfect location. Swim in the pool and walk to the beach. Many shops and…read morerestaurants nearby. Room 303 was awesome.

Great staff and location. It's right on the beach with a wonderful view. Bar food available and…read moredrinks are inexpensive and delicious.

If you prefer a more "hands-off" hotel/ resort experience then the Ocean Club is the place for you…read more Since it's located right on the beach there's lots to do and we had a car to drive around so we really weren't needing or desiring a lot of amenities onsite. There's hardly a lobby, just a small front desk but if you have a car you park under the building and walk in through the back. It feels very wrong and is definitely an odd setup. However, the hotel is very clean and well-kept overall. The room was nice, if not setup a bit strangely as we had a 2-bed suite that had the longest hallway I've ever seen in a hotel, just to get to the kitchen. The view on the balcony is incredible, of course, but I wasn't overly impressed otherwise. They have a pool but it's pretty small and gets crowded fast. If you don't get seats at the pool early in the morning you might not be able to find some later, especially if you stay over a weekend. There is a private access path to the beach but I clocked that it is at least .3 miles from the hotel to the beach- you walk far less just parking at public access. They have a small bar where you can get select drinks and a few food items. But it's not much- you are relatively on your own in that regard otherwise. The rooms do have a kitchen but I know the majority of people don't want to cook while on vacation. You also can't really ask for a variety of drinks from the bar- we asked for one not on the menu and one sweet bartender was going to help us figure it out until her manager, a blonde lady, made a huge fuss over it not being on the menu. It was very unsavory how she acted and even other guests at the bar during my that time noticed how uncomfortable it was. This woman was also just not real friendly working at the front desk while we were there either. The maintenance guys were great and keep everything in great shape- mopping the pool area every morning, making sure the path is nailed down and everything is in order. They are also very strict about parking- each room gets one car to park onsite and they send emails pit about it nearly every night. It seems really inefficient and like there has to be a better way to system that. Overall we had a good stay but I don't think I'd come back. There are so many other beachfront resort options, and for the price and what you get not too sure that it's worth it unless you got a really good deal.

stay with my sister. for a relaxing weekend. We love the place…read more very clean that's what I love the most. totaly recommend it .

Beautiful little vacation spot. Close to everything!…read more The rooms are beautiful and clean and very accommodating with a cooktop and a fridge as well a microwave. The beach is steps from your door. With only 18 rooms it's pretty private and tons of space on the beach. Nice clean pool for the kiddos. We just loved everything about this place and plan to return many times.

So, this was our second visit. We got the same room as last time, which was roughly two years ago…read more Last time was a generous three star hang your head and don't try and wait for someone to bring you something. I was not happy with one of the staff members, I did not see her this time. Rene and Joey were absolutely wonderful. Smiles, nothing was a problem, Joel went above and beyond for us. I felt in good hands and I felt wanted as a guest. The only singular issue is the shower. It is a tight boxed fit and the water temp can very. But, for a hang your head chill out Motel that is a minor technical thing.

The See Jay Motel was updated from it's original 1950's glory to modern yet retro. It's teal on the…read moreoutside and beachy throughout. It has old terrazzo floors and old St Pete 50's tile but they've refreshed it and made it super cozy. I don't know if we got SUPER lucky because this DEFINITELY wasn't available when I originally was looking for our trip. I would have remembered this absolutely ADORABLE property. I'm a sucker for good branding and MAN they NAILED IT. The photos generally LIE online. But y'all. This is EVERY bit as picture perfect as it looks in the professional photos I pulled from their Booking.com listing. So we had booked 8 nights at an un-comfortable Inn and it was AWFUL. So incredibly dirty I was repulsed. TOTALLY. I was nervous to say the least but the reviews here don't lie except maybe they're not good ENOUGH on Booking. And Yelp had 0 reviews!!! Yes y'all I came from a DUMP of a hotel to here. But I've stayed at the Sirata, Tradewinds, many Hilton and Marriott and Hyatt and Holiday Inns and I'd take this over all. We have a FULL kitchen. Stove, sink, full fridge & a Keurig for those who like that. (I'm a shop local coffee girl...) And y'all it's CLEAN. It doesn't smell. It is CUTE. The front desk staff is FRIENDLY. After I completed my reservation I called to ensure that my kids ages didn't matter, since I had somehow gotten 5/9 as the ages on the reservation and it is in actuality 7/9. Anyway...I didn't know if that would be an issue so I called. The woman on the phone was SUPER friendly and said it did not matter. I also asked if we could wait by the pool until 4pm since that was check in. She told me that if we are in the area she'd be HAPPY to check us in early OR we can wait by the pool (or in it,) while they get our room ready. They were SO accommodating. When we arrived, I had already received a text stating that our room was ready. Check in was a piece of cake. We had an issue and couldn't get our door to unlock but they resolved it IMMEDIATELY and honestly we felt a bit like VIP's because we had almost the full staff here helping us. First night and my only complaint is thaty husband wants it too cold inside and I want it warmer!!! If I NEED to, I'll update with negatives but so far WE love it. Pool towels provided AT the pool, shuffleboard. Swim anytime. Shuffleboard anytime. And the pool is LOVELY as are the lounge chairs. Very comfy. I LOVE that it's right on the intercoastal and RIGHT across the street from the beach. Location is AMAZING. This place is pure Florida vacation bliss.

Cute place to stay. I had no major issues. Check-in and check-out is contactless, but there are…read moreusually a bunch of employees around that are tending to the bar and restaurant area. My check-in instructions initially didn't go through to my phone because I was using a VoIP (Google Voice) number, but I was able to get that sorted out using my other phone number. Some key points that were valuable to me: My room (king bed) "Mojito room" includes: -mini fridge, some complimentary snacks and beverages -free and fast Wi-Fi -alarm clock doubles as wireless charging dock -multiple large windows bringing in plenty of natural lighting -strong air conditioning -quick and hot bath water under adequate pressure -overall clean, no bugs, no major stains/leftover hairs, etc -beach bag with 2 beach towels -overall responsive staff via text and phone call Areas for improvement: -no working elevator which might be a concern for some -bathroom sink had super slow drainage -toilet paper dispenser installed in a suboptimal location on the wall -would be nice to have a shared microwave Considering location, price, amenities, and overall experience, Peninsula Bed and Cocktail provides great value and I would recommend this place to others.

Remodeled historic building. Room very cute, but small which we were fine with. Reasonable price…read moreper night. Rooms named after cocktails so no room numbers to remember. We stayed in The Bees Knees. The most important thing to us is that the room is clean and it absolutely was very clean. Nice continental breakfast. Bed was very firm. Overall satisfied with two night stay.

Hmmm tough resort to rate... All the good reviews and bad reviews are right …read more. Location 5 stars Beach Access 5 stars Cabana Bar 4 stars bartenders know how have fun, they do close early though .. Rooms 3 stars (We had a gulf view) you can tell they have upgraded the kitchen and bathrooms, everything else dated and a little run down Hallways, Stairs, elevators 1 star kind of nasty and very loud at all hours.. (Especially stairwells-scary). Kind of place if you're young or on a budget you can over look a lot. If you are accustomed to above average accommodations you should avoid. Reminds me of the Flamingo in Vegas. Business photos are highly misleading.... Good Luck

It's a given that this resort is old and does not have the modern flare like the other high end…read moreresorts..however...if your on a budget, wanting to be directly on the beach with the other fancy resorts, family and pet friendly, close to restaurants, plenty of beach activities, rentals, and an open mind, the Alden beach resort is the place to be. The property is well maintained and clean. There are volleyball, tennis, shuffle board, and corn hole courts free for use. Two medium size pools with hot tubs. BBQ areas for those who wants to grill. Plenty of secured indoor parking avoiding the hot sun (your car will thank you for that). Good WiFi connectivity. And of course, the amazing beach in their backyard along with a beach bar serving any drinks you want. If you choose this place, it is a must to reserve a beach view room. Nothing else will justify. My room came with 2 queen beds and a couch with a pull out couch along with a small kitchenette (full-size fridge, stove, dish washer, and kitchen ware). Pretty good size dining room table for eating in. But the biggest disappointment is the bathroom. Alden resort needs to remodel the bathroom. The ware and tare throughout the years are showing bad. Handicap accessible bathroom does not mean just adding a bar and in the wrong place. The staff are respectful, courteous, and provides great service. Overall, my family stay was great and this will always be an option for get away/staycation.

BSP closed; new owners opened it as Two Mermaids, very different vibe. More commercial ownership…read more No information yet about condition of buildings after Hurricane Helene, surrounding area was inundated with water and sand. Beach Side Palms was a small slice of old Florida, cool and kicked back vibe. Glad to have been able to experience it. Trivia: back in the late 60's early 70's this was a low rent apt bldg, hippie & surfer hangout close by Suncoast Surf Shop- the stories those wall could tell...outta sight, man!

I loved this place but even before everything went crazy in the world I couldn't get a reservation…read morebut when I stayed on the beach the place was still standing. Any ideas if they have closed down for good?