TradeWinds Resort doesn't just put you on one of the best beaches in the country — staying with us, you’ll be near Florida’s best attractions! From your base in St. Pete Beach, you’ll be able to enjoy urban adventures, cultural experiences, world-class theme parks, sporting events, nightlife, shopping, and more. Take a look at everything you’ll be able to explore, and start planning your itinerary.
A consistent winner, St. Pete Beach has been rated a top-ranked US Beach in the USA for eight years running by TripAdvisor. Last year St. Pete Beach earned the #1 spot in the 2021 Travelers’ Choice "Best of the Best Beaches" in the U.S. and #5 in the World! In 2020, St. Pete Beach took home the #2 spot and was also listed #16 in the world. Millions of TripAdvisor travelers cite the soft white sand and tempting blue-green waters in their comments. In 2012, St. Pete Beach was named the #1 beach in the USA and the #5 beach in the world!
St. Petersburg has been consistently ranked in the top 10 Arts Destinations for mid-sized U.S. cities, recognized for its vibrant arts community by American Style Magazine. Every inch of street-level downtown St. Pete – a.k.a., “The Burg” – revels a new restaurant, shop, museum or art gallery. Add it all up and it makes sense that The New York Times recently named the Sunshine City to its list of “52 Places to Go in the World.”
Football. Baseball. Hockey. Whatever your favorite sport, you can catch it being played at its highest levels right here in the Tampa Bay area. TradeWinds Resort is just a few minutes from Raymond James Stadium, home to the NFL’s Buccaneers, the University of South Florida Bulls in the NCAA Big East Conference, and the Outback Bowl. You can also catch the action at Tropicana Field, home to MLB’s Tampa Bay Rays and the Amalie Arena, home to the Tampa Bay Lightning NHL team. If basketball is your game, both the Magic NBA team and the Miracle WNBA team play in Orlando. We also have horse racing at Tampa Bay Downs and gambling at Seminole Casino.
TradeWinds Resort puts the Tampa Bay area’s top amusement parks and attractions right at your fingertips. Let your inner explorer run wild at nearby Busch Gardens, where high-impact thrill rides combine with exotic African animals and captivating performers to get everyone’s heart racing. Afterward, visit the neighboring Adventure Island water park to cool off as you head down corkscrew slides and waterfalls or relax as you float along a rambling river.
The fun doesn’t stop when the sun goes down in St. Pete and St. Pete Beach. Take your pick of nightlife venues in downtown St. Pete, whether it’s a night of dressed-up clubbing, an evening of sipping trendy craft cocktails, or a laid back night with locals at the neighborhood bar. Also, check out First Friday for live music, drinks and food. Beer lovers, we haven’t forgotten about you. Did you know our area has 14 craft breweries and brew pubs, including the popular 3 Daughters Brewery in St. Pete, Tampa Bay Brewing Company, Florida’s oldest at Dunedin Brewery, as well as the home of one of Beer Advocate’s highest-rated brews at Cycle Brewing?
Every beach is unique, and when you’re ready for a change of scenery, hop aboard the Beach Trolley and head north to Clearwater Beach, Florida. Here you’ll find a beach with plenty of volleyball, jet skiing, and a constant parade of tourists and teens among the shops, restaurants, and Pier 60. Adopt a sea turtle and visit rescued dolphins, pelicans and more at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Explore history with museums that highlight everything from Native American settlements to our modern military. Tee off at a nearby course, take a hike in one of the area’s many parks, or enjoy your favorite water sports.
From the tropical island ambiance of TradeWinds Resort, it’s just a 30-minute drive by interstate to the bustling city of Tampa and top-rated Tampa International Airport. Known as The Cigar City, Tampa Bay is rich in history and multi-cultural charm. From the vibrant nightlife of Ybor City to the metropolitan aura of the Channelside District and Cruise Port, Tampa offers the excitement of major league sports, The Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park, one of the nation’s top-rated zoos for children, and an amazing combination of thrill rides and exotic African animals at Busch Gardens.
For even more excitement, take the short two-hour drive over to Orlando, the theme park capital of the world. You can meet your favorite characters at Walt Disney World, watch your favorite aquatic creatures put on a show at SeaWorld, meet some of Florida’s most interesting wildlife at Gatorland, or spend the day at one of the other many parks. Orlando is so much more than rides and your favorite characters. It’s also home to professional sports teams, unique museums, world-class shopping and so much more.
Just 15 minutes away from TradeWinds Island Resorts, you’ll find another top beach in the USA — North Beach in Fort De Soto Park. Coastal geologist Stephen Leatherman, a.k.a. Dr. Beach, named this Florida destination America’s #1 Beach out of more than 650 major recreational beaches across the country in 2005, using more than 50 factors. TripAdvisor also rated North Beach the #1 Beach in 2008 and 2009. At Fort De Soto, ride, skate or jog on the seven-mile paved trail, canoe and kayak through lush mangroves or fish from two free piers. Fido can roam at the Paw Playground and frolic in the surf at Dog Beach, while kids explore the canons and jail cells of the old fort. The nature lover will discover a host of other nature parks and birding trails in the area.
Island Grand at TradeWinds is the perfect place for your entire crew to just let go and enjoy all the sun and fun Florida has to offer. Parents can relax alongside the soft white sands and warm Gulf waters of St. Pete Beach while kids take advantage of the five pools, kayaking, paddleboarding, high-tide water slide, craft classes, and so much more! There's also kids camps with dedicated programming for ages 5-12. Kids will love to splash and bounce on the floating water park or fly thru the sky on a parasail! With so much recreation, you will need to take time and refuel. Island Grand has an extensive array of options, from grab and go to al fresco dining at Palm Court Italian, where classic red-sauce cuisine and fine wine come together for a welcoming dining experience.
5500 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach, FL 33706
Reservations: 800.360.4016
For the love of sand and surf from paddle boarding, snorkeling, and dolphin cruises, to beach fun and sun-kissed sunsets, RumFish Beach is the ultimate aquatic oasis. Dive into our coastal-inspired accommodations located gulf front on the awarding winning shoreline of St. Pete Beach. Grab your flip-flops and head to our adult only pool or the SandBar Patio and unwind while sipping on tropical beach drinks, and listening to gulf coastal vibes, while cozied up to an open fire table. From sunup to sunset, beauty and saltwater adventures are never-ending.
It gets even better at the extraordinary RumFish Grill®, the ultimate under-the-sea dining experience. Dine on Florribbean cuisine with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and medley of spices and island fruits. Inside their massive retail shop, you will find brands like Salt Life, Maui Jims, and a large selection of al-lure-ing jewelry, sportswear, nautical art, and items suited for island life.
6000 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach, FL 33706
Reservations: 800.360.4016
