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Beach Drive Inn

Beach Drive Inn

532 Beach Drive NE
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
United States of America

(727) 822-2244
 

Circa 1910. Gracing the downtown waterfront district of St. Petersburg, Florida, Beach Drive Inn Bed & Breakfast is just across from Tampa Bay. Built in 1910 in the Key West style, this historic home was nationally designated The Vinoy House. Surrounded by palm trees and other lush plants, the setting is truly tropical. Stay in one of the delightful guest bedrooms or a spacious suite with a whirlpool, entertainment center and attached private sunroom with kitchenette. A made-to-order breakfast is served daily. Walk to Bayside Beach and the many popular local attractions and cultural sites.

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Beach Drive Inn



Customer Reviews

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4.5 hearts

4.5 based on

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Rates

$129 to $275

Payment types accepted include Discover, Master Card, American Express, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks and Visa.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments

Events Hosted

  • Reunions
  • Meetings
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Seminars
  • Weddings
  • Bridal Showers
  • Baby Showers

Available Food Service

  • Continental Breakfast
  • Continental Plus Breakfast
  • Full Breakfast
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Wine
  • Hors d'oeuvres

Other Activities

  • Antiquing
  • Art Galleries
  • Beaches
  • Bicycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Sports Events, Major College
  • Water Sports
  • Wineries
  • Live Music
  • Restaurants
  • The Pier
  • Tropicana Field
  • Baseball
  • Vinoy Park
  • Straub Park
  • Carriage Rides

On-Site Spa Services

  • Yoga/Meditation
  • Waxing
  • Medical Spa Services
  • Massages
  • Hair Care
  • Body Wraps

Off-Site Spa Services Available

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Innkeeper(s)

Roland Martino/Heather Martino

Rooms

This property has 6 total guest accommodations with private bath, 2 suites. The types of beds available include King and Queen.

Amenities In Room

  • Modem Hook-Up
  • Cable TV
  • Reading Lamps
  • CD Player
  • Refrigerator
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Central Air
  • Clock Radio
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Desk
  • VCR
  • Hot Tub/Spa
  • Voice Mail
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Bath Amenities
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Iron/Ironing Board

Amenities On Site

  • Computers
  • Copy Machine
  • Fireplace
  • Bicycles
  • DVD
  • Fax
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Parlor Games
  • Phone
  • Television
  • VCR
  • Vhs Movies
  • Cable TV
  • Free Wireless Wi-fi
  • Parking
  • Complementary Bicycles
  • Beer
  • Wine License

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Off-site Dry Cleaning Services
  • Flexible Check in/out Times
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Flexible Cancellation
  • Daily Newspapers
  • Desk
  • Hair Dryer
  • Television
  • FAX On-site
  • Internet Access
  • Wireless Internet Access

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Beach Drive Inn

Map

Location: Waterfront and City/Urban.


Romantic Interest

Located across the street from The Vinoy, parks and waterfront.

Weather

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:2 to 3 day minimum for special events and weekends during high season may be required.
Cancellation:1 week in advance.
Pets:Pets Allowed, Innkeepers pets on premises and Must contact innkeepers.
Smoking:Outside Only.

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At A Glance

83% would stay again
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4.5 of 5 hearts  6 reviews
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Amazing Experience

Beach Drive Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Thomas G

For the past three nights my wife and I stayed at the Beach Drive Bed and Breakfast. I would like to say the stay was pleasant and the room was remarkable. The service and cleanliness was what we expected and rates high in our books. I would like to thank the innkeepers for your kindness and comfort welcome. Best Regards Thomas G.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Pleasant & Enjoyable

Beach Drive Inn

5 of 5 hearts
G M

I have stayed at this Inn several times and found it to be thoroughly enjoyable. From the friendliness of the innkeepers and staff to the accommodations along with the location in St. Petersburg. The inn is right downtown and just off the bay. It is across the street from a park where many activities take place. For getting around town there is a trolley, horse and carriages, electric shuttles and they offer bicycles free to the guest to use. I will continue to visit and stay at this Inn due to all these reasons. GM

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Unfortunate Event

Beach Drive Inn

2 of 5 hearts
Pam M

I booked the Key West Suite as a wedding present for my son an his new bride. I called twice, including the day before the wedding, and was assured that a late arrival was fine. The hosts were out of town and left the inn in the care of a woman who said she was the chef and mother of the owner. My son said she appeared intoxicated and proceeded to query them in front of the other guests about their wedding vows for more than an hour. Once she finally allowed them inside she informed them there had been a "mix up" and they would not get the suite that was reserved. They would move them there the second night. After some other erratic behavior she showed them to the room that was last on our selection list. The next morning, the couple was awakened at 7 a.m. and told to move their automobile because it was blocking the van used to get breakfast supplies. They had asked about parking the night before and told they were fine. The newlywed couple was hesitant to eat at the end out of concern they would run into their inquisitioner from the night before. They checked out at lunchtime. This same woman tried to deter my e-mails and was reluctant to let me speak with the owners. However, they were no help and were confrontational and unapologetic.

Management Response
We are sorry that they did not have a pleasant stay. However, the guests checked in after 2 AM the next morning, well beyond the late check in of 11:30 PM that was communicated to the Inn as the time that they would arrive by the reviewer. While we appreciate reviews, the individual posting did not stay with us. Normal check in is between 3 PM and 6 PM. Also, the reviewer was not charged for their stay and we understand they were talking to other guests at the Inn that had been sitting outside that came back for the evening. While we do accept late check-ins that are reasonable anything this late is not and does not guarantee your room since it is considered a no-show. As a Bed and Breakfast we cannot wait into the late hours to receive guests without proper notice to either greet them when they are here or make other arrangements for access.
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  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 3 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 3 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 1 of 5 heartsService
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InnSide Tip - Book Carefully
Even my son said it was a beautiful inn. However, he said to make sure that the owners would be present during your stay. No one should have to experience the treatment they received.
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Absolute gem

Beach Drive Inn

5 of 5 hearts
dennis k
valrico, FL

What an awesome experience. The beds are as comfortable as they get. The atmosphere couldn't be any more soothing and relaxing. The breakfast is delicious. I've been to many bed and breakfasts around the country and this is one of the best. Owners are super friendly and extremelly accomodating.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 4 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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InnSide Tip - Must see museum
The new Dali museum is a must. I'm not too into art, but this place is out of this world. A must see when in St. Pete.
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Great Anniversary Getaway

Beach Drive Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Christina A
4/15/2010

We are a young couple with young kids who live in Sarasota, FL and we really enjoyed our one night getaway to this Inn. The room was charming, we enjoyed the bikes and close proximity to downtown restaurants and the bay park. The host and hostess were very friendly and helpful and served an excellent Eggs Benedict for breakfast. It was a wonderful place to get away not too far from home.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Nice little Inn

Beach Drive Inn

5 of 5 hearts
anthony l
3/4/2009

The B&B was in a great location with an accommodating young couple. We were here 4 nights and had something different for Breakfast every morning. They also had some nice touches as complementary bicycles, wifi, and a portable laptop to check our airline reservations.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 4 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Publicity and Press Reviews

Our Bed and Breakfast turns 100 years old this year and was designated a historical landmark by The Colonial Dames., Psychic Kids: Children of the Paranormal Season 3, Episode 2 "The Lost Girl"
3 In a Bed USA on Channel 4 in the UK.

Get a Free Night at this inn

- One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night.

The dates this property will honor the certificate are June-September, last minute subject to availability

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