Bilmar Beach Resort

St Pete Beach, Tampa and Clearwater/St Pete

Virgin rating

The hotel

This seaside family-fun hotel has a prime beachfront location, you can take to the sand for a sunbathe, or the sea for some kayaking at ease. A little wander along the beachfront trail will take you to St John's Pass one way, or St Pete's Beach the other (you can also get the free island hopper if it's a bit too hot for walking) so you've got restaurants, bars and shopping in either direction. Back at the hotel the sundeck is a great place to catch the rays and enjoy some family games together. And Wave Zone will keep the kids happy, with more games and a pool table, whilst you grab a drink or a snack at the cafe. When the sun is setting, head to Sloppy Joes for happy hour out on the deck, and no doubt you'll be tempted to stay for dinner with the aroma of fresh seafood around. 

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Yoga
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free Parking
  • Games Room
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, this hotel is right on the beachfront on Treasure Island, just 2 miles from John’s Pass Village and Boardwalk. Distance from Tampa International Airport: 27 miles.

Hotel information

Well-appointed beachront rooms with cool Caribbean decor and Gulf views. All with air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, 55-inch flat-screen LCD TV, mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and safe. 

Beachfront Traditional Rooms have either 1 king-size bed, or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people. 

Beachfront Studios feature a private balcony, kitchenette with a two-burner flat top stove and dishwasher, and either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people. 

Beachfront Premium Studios are the same as above, but are larger in size.

Complimentary self-parking. Free Beach Rides and Free Island Hopper both offer complimentary shuttle service in a 10-mile radius up and down Gulf Boulevard.

Sloppy Joe's on the Beach (casual beachside restaurant and bar serving Caribbean flavours and fresh seafood, open for all day dining and drinks, with regular live music). Waves Fun Zone (cafe and bar open from 11.00am daily). 

2 swimming pools and whirlpool. Rooftop sun deck with recreation games. Fitness centre. Waves Fun Zone with pool table and family games. Kayaking. Paddleboarding. Jogging trail. Bicycle hire. Yoga*. Nearby parasailing and watercraft rentals*. 

Complimentary WiFi access. Gift shop. Laundry service*. 

The hotel has a resort fee of $35 plus tax per room, per night (payable locally, fee subject to change). 

Resort fee includes:- $5 welcome certificate for Sloppy Joe's or Waves - Waves Fun Zone and events - Daily kayak and paddleboard usage - Children's welcome gift - 2 beach chairs per day - Bicycle hire for the beach trail - In-room safe warranty - Pool and beach towels - Bottled water in room upon arrival - Sundeck recreation games - Access to lobby business centre - Beach firepits with Adirondack chairs - Coffee and water station in the lobby with fresh cookies. Resort fee and inclusions are subject to availability and change. 

*Denotes local charge

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating 40th birthday beach trip

Jul 2, 2024 skylerbradley Kentucky

The bilmar was an amazing hotel for our girls trip for our 40th birthday! The rooms were clean, the beds were comfy and the restaurant was fantastic. The beach wasn’t crowded and we enjoyed the chill vibe. During our stay we had beach photos taken and our photographer was very talented at capturing “us”!
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Jun 28, 2024 Heather P

So accommodating and professional. Helped make an amazing keepsake from our trip. Family photography is such a great offering for out of towners and it made this stay extra extra special Knowing we have professional photos to come home to. Thanks for all you do
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Jun 26, 2024 shaun s

Family Sunset Photo shoot Gina, was absolutely amazing. Was very professional and friendly. She was on time and ready to go. Made the kids have fun doing the photo shoot. If you book this please ask for Gina. Tips are very much appreciated for the photographer!!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Family fun vacay!

Jun 26, 2024 amandaswindle Rincon, Georgia

We had a great stay!! Rooms were clean, staff were all extremely friendly! The only thing is that the beach is far from the hotel but it’s like that for every hotel in the area. Highly recommend getting the sunset photos- awesome experience, great photos!
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Jun 22, 2024 sunshynst8 Denver, Colorado

I hadn’t been back to the Bilmar Beach Resort for about 15 years or so. It had a bit of a facelift, however, in May of 2024 when we went it was in the middle of an emergency construction project! The room inside also had some issues such as the sliding closet doors were off track and the bathroom door was a very strange design. There wasn’t a… Read more
I hadn’t been back to the Bilmar Beach Resort for about 15 years or so. It had a bit of a facelift, however, in May of 2024 when we went it was in the middle of an emergency construction project! The room inside also had some issues such as the sliding closet doors were off track and the bathroom door was a very strange design. There wasn’t a fan or decent lighting in the bathroom, no lock on the bathroom door and it didn’t fully close. The beds were very comfortable and we gad a beautiful view of the beach. If you reserve a room in the near future try to stay in the tall main building-no construction going on there. The staff was pleasant, (however we were there for 2 nights and did not receive maid service) the 2 restaurants were very good. The BEACH was the jewel - white sandy beach, beautiful sunsets and lots to do nearby. Love ❤️ the area! Read less