Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Saint Pete Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saint Pete Beach

With a population of 9,346, Saint Pete Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Saint Pete Beach has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Saint Pete Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, RumFish Grill (6000 Gulf Blvd) and Coconut Charlie's Grill (6100 Gulf Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Saint Pete Beach

Saint Pete Beach in October
Estimated hotel price
$434
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saint Pete Beach in October
Estimated hotel price
$434
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Saint Pete Beach

Plane

When flying to Saint Pete Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Saint Pete Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 01m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Saint Pete Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Saint Pete Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $28 for a 2h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Pete Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 161 km from Saint Pete Beach. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

When flying to Saint Pete Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Saint Pete Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 01m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Saint Pete Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Saint Pete Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $28 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $28 for a 2h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Pete Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 161 km from Saint Pete Beach. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Saint Pete Beach

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
PIETampa St. Petersburg

Airlines serving Saint Pete Beach

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,565 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,510 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,041 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,012 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,008 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,437 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,570 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,268 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,396 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (894 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saint Pete Beach

Average rates range from around $391 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $396 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Beachcomber Beach Resort and Inn on the Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saint Pete Beach

Most booked hotels in Saint Pete Beach

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Treasure Island Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
$555+
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Sea Jay Motel and Marina
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$197+
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Ocean Club Treasure Island Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$395+
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The Don Cesar
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$601+
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Bilmar Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$268+
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The Hotel Zamora
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$330+
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Hiring a car in Saint Pete Beach

Expect to pay $1.60 per litre in Saint Pete Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.16 and $25.54. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Saint Pete Beach, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.60 per litre in Saint Pete Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.16 and $25.54. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Saint Pete Beach, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.