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 114 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 November
Estimated hotel price
$392
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saint Pete Beach in November
Estimated hotel price
$392
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 21h 39m.

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 $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $38 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 Capital Rent A Car and Flex To Go, 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 21h 39m.

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 $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $38 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 Capital Rent A Car and Flex To Go, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Saint Pete Beach

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
PIETampa St. Petersburg

Airlines serving Saint Pete Beach

KLM
Good (1,460 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,815 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,772 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,241 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,238 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,883 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,352 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,538 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,700 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,750 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,420 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,369 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,965 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,151 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saint Pete Beach

Average rates range from around $501 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $392 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 (9.5, Excellent reviews)
$791+
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Beachside Resort Motel
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$311+
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St. Pete Beach Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$458+
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Island Inn Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$391+
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The Don Cesar
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$753+
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Bilmar Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$391+
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Hiring a car in Saint Pete Beach

Expect to pay $1.44 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 $17.24 and $22.98. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Saint Pete Beach, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.44 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 $17.24 and $22.98. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Saint Pete Beach, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.