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Shephard's Beach ResortvsThe Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection
Both Shephard's Beach Resort and The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club ranks significantly better than Shephard's Beach Resort. The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club ranks #1 in Tampa Bay Area with praise from 10 sources such as Lonely Planet, Star Service and Gayot.
Shephard's Beach Resort
Lonely Planet
Gayot
Oyster
601-619 South Gulfview Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33767
From $209/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A very popular resort that keeps the beat with a lounge, nightclub and two tiki bars, all with live music and DJs... The rooms are quite nice."
Gayot "There is usually a crowd partying it up at this hotel... Guest rooms are stocked with a full collection of basic amenities."
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"Located on the southern end of Clearwater Beach, the 140-room Shephard’s Beach Resort is an upper-mid-range hotel located directly on the sand and famous for its entertainment and nightlife." Full review
The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide Gayot
Zagat
Travel + Leisure
Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report Show All Reviews
501 Fifth Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
From $199/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The city's finest hotel. Dominating the northern part of downtown, it overlooks Tampa Bay and is within walking distance of the Pier, Central Avenue, and other attractions." Full review
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If you need enough room to sit outside, request a balconied unit in the new Tower Wing.
DK Eyewitness "Within walking distance of The Pier and Central Avenue, this Meditteranean-style resort is one of the most upmarket stays in the area."
Star Service "Opposite a large park and marina, half a mile northeast of the city center, the resort has a colorful history and equally colorful design." Full review
Rough Guide "If you want to stay over in style, try this pink hotel opened in 1925 as a haven for the rich and famous."
Michelin Guide "Babe Ruth was among the celebrities who wintered at this opulent Mediterranean Revival 1925 landmark, considered one of St. Pete's architectural jewels."
Gayot "This is the place to stay if you're seeking the city's most up-market accommodations."
Zagat4.2
""Old charm" and "restored beauty" usher guests into a "historic" era of "movie-star" glamour at this "classy", "idyllic" St. Petersburg landmark."
Travel + Leisure "Venerable 1925 bay-front Mediterranean-style hotel, complete with its own 74-slip marina, in a convenient location near shopping and museums." Full review
Fodor's "Thoughtful renovations keep its yesteryear glamour and spot on the National Register of Historic Places." Full review
U.S. News & World Report1.0
"Picturesquely positioned on St. Petersburg, Florida's beautiful waterfront, The Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & Golf Club has elegant and anchored boats in its sights. Travelers..." Full review
