St Pete Beach

Located right on a semi-private beach, this hotel makes the most of gentle sea breezes, powder white sand and tropical sun. A veritable playground, there are water sports in abundance, including snorkelling, fishing, windsurfing and jet skiing. Alternatively, head to the heated outdoor swimming pool, or relax with a refreshing cocktail at the Tiki Hut listening to some live entertainment.

Set in 18 acres of tropical gardens, overlooking Marina Cove, this is a great choice for couples and families seeking a relaxing sunshine retreat with stunning panoramic views. Fun-packed St Pete Beach is just 6 miles away by car and Fort Desoto Beach – voted the No.1 beach in continental USA – is 10 miles. Hire a bike and explore your gorgeous surrounds, play a few rounds of tennis or head to the beach for a spot of volleyball. There are also water sports galore for the enthusiast whilst kids will love the supervised arts and crafts activities at Izzy’s Playroom. At night, dine by the waterfront at Periscopes, heading to Nepa Hut Bar afterwards to enjoy a nightcap and more of those great views over Tampa Bay and the world-famous Skyway Bridge.

Set in 13 tropical acres overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the Mediterranean style Sirata Beach offers a relaxing, laid back atmosphere whilst still being only 20 minutes' drive from the activities of downtown St Petersburg. Miles of white sandy beach beckon for a stroll while the water-sports kiosk can arrange sunset sailing, snorkelling and parasailing for the more adventurous. The on-site dining options provide tasty temptations from oak fired cooking in the Compass Grille and Caribbean dishes such as coconut shrimp, to chocolate-chip pancakes and hamburgers.