Local Attractions

Gulf of Mexico, Beaches, Art/Historical and Natural History Museums, Parks, Boating, Fishing, Shopping Malls, Extensive Selection of Restaurants, Professional Baseball, Hockey & Football, Golf Courses, Theater, Concerts


Property Description

A beautiful place with very nice and courteous employees. It was a special time for us to celebrate his 70th birthday and the staff made it even better than expected. If luxury is your weakness then the newly renovated Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort & Conference Center will be your undoing. In a time when most hotels all seem alike we have shunned the mainstream status quo to provide you with a one of a kind travel experience and offer all the best full service resort amenities for the leisure or business traveler. A wide selection of accommodations is offered so you can enjoy casual, yet refined elegance at its best. We want you to feel that our resort is your home away from home by the sea so all guestrooms include furnished private balconies with an unparalleled vista of the Gulf of Mexico with its gentle waves and hypnotic emerald waters or the tranquil and soothing Boca Ciega Bay to the east. Each guestroom has a king size bed with Simmons Health Smart mattress and one double bed so you can one of the best night's sleep ever. Also provided is a sofa for casual relaxation, refrigerator, microwave oven, coffee maker with complimentary coffee, complimentary electronic safe, hairdryer, AM/FM clock radio, 32 inch television with DVD, CD and MP3 players, free HBO, iron and ironing board, unlimited complimentary wireless internet access, telephone with data ports and voice mail. Suites and Penthouses afford you even more spacious accommodations and luxurious amenities to make memories that are sure to last for a lifetime.NO HIDDEN RESORT FEES. At NO further charge you get FREE Parking, FREE use of Fitness Center, FREE Unlimited Wireless Internet Access with your own computer, FREE Chaise Lounges at the Pool, FREE Pool Towels, FREE Coffee & Tea in the lobby 24 hours a day, FREE Newspaper, FREE Local Phone Calls, FREE HBO Movies, FREE Disney Channel, FREE Membership to Grand Plaza's Platinum Club, FREE use of amenities at our sister property Beachcomber Beach Resort. Our Spinners Revolving Rooftop Lounge and Bistro located on the 12th floor gives you an unsurpassed 360-degree panoramic view of the island of St. Pete Beach, Gulf of Mexico and Boca Ciega Bay that is sure to take your breath away. Our menu consists of both local and continental cuisine prepared by our award winning chefs that is sure to awaken all of your pleasure senses. Bahama Mama's Beach Bar & Grille with its unhurried casual atmosphere is the place to be just for the fun of it. Here there are no pressures or deadlines to meet. Whether it is lying on a chaise lounge between two palm trees under the sun and enjoying a tropical libation or having a bite to eat of something from our extensive casual menu with your feet in the sand is a pleasure lovers dream come true. If you are looking for a place to getaway or hold a meeting, tradeshow, wedding or party in a casual, serene and upscale atmosphere then our Grand Plaza Beachfront Resort is just the answer you have been looking for. Whether the event is large, small, indoors, outdoors, casual or elegant we can accommodate your every need.


Cancellation/ Refund policy

Policies / Expenses Cancellation: 72 hours prior check-in time to have a full refund. Nightly parking: 0.00 Typical group deposit: 25% Total taxes: 13.00% Total misc. fees: £37.10 GBP (mandatory resort fees/taxes)


Airport & Shuttle Information

Nearest major airportis Tampa International (TPA). Limited flights available to Clearwater-St. Pete (PIE). Local shuttle info: We do not provide shuttle service. Freebie on the Beach is available for free transportation. For more information about transportation, please call the Front Desk.


Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed. Sorry but pets are not allowed.


Details / Other Expenses
  • Check-in: 4:00 p.m. Check-out: 11:00 a.m. Year of last renovation: 2021 Floors: 12 Rooms: 156 Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways Non-smoking rooms: 156 Rooms with disabled access: Suites: 10 Room windows: Windows do open Cleaning frequency: As Needed Meeting rooms: 3 View spaces Meeting space: 11000 sq. feet Event space: Holds 300 people Dist. to food/bars: On-site Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 0.3 Miles Dist. to the nearest gym: 1.0 Miles Lounge/Bar hours: 11 a.m.- 12 a.m. Pool Info: Bellwether Beach Resort has an outdoor heated pool. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 pm. (Subject to change and weather permitting). Ownership: Bellwether Beach Resort Policies / Expenses Cancellation: 72 hours prior check-in time to have a full refund. Nightly parking: 0.00 Typical group deposit: 25% Total taxes: 13.00% Total misc. fees: ┬ú37.10 GBP (mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Features
  • Our hotel comes with an outdoor pool
  • Fitness center on property 156 sleeping rooms in hotel
  • Check in: 4:00 p.m.
  • Group booking rating of 10.0/10 3 meeting rooms in property
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Amenities / Features
  • Air conditioning
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Central location
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Dinner available
  • Elevator
  • Fitness and health center
  • Grocery service
  • Handicap accessible
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Laundry valet service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Restaurant
  • Shower
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Voicemail
  • Alarm clock
  • Breakfast in room
  • Child facilities
  • Concierge service
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • DVD Player
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Ice Maker
  • Ironing facilities
  • Licensed bar
  • 24 hours opened
  • Private car parking
  • Radio in room
  • Safe in rooms
  • Shows or evening entertainment
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Car rental
  • Clothes drying
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Electronic key card
  • Fax available
  • Games room
  • Hair dresser
  • Internet - wireless
  • Laundry facilities
  • Movies in room
  • Office or business center
  • Private garden grounds
  • Refrigerator
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • TV - Free Cable
  • Travellers cheques accepted

Internet

We offer Wi-Fi Access at no additional cost.


Meeting Spaces
Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Crescent
Classroom
Hollow
Square
U-Shape
Boardroom
Convention
8'/10'
Theater
Reception
Regist.
Desk
L x W x H (Feet)90 x 30 x 10 Size (sqft.) 2700 Banquet 5'/6 --/150 Crescent 130 Classroom 146 Hollow Square 84 U-Shape 100 Boardroom 40 Convention --/-- Theater -- Reception 150 Regist. Desk 40
Ocean's Edge Ballroom

Located just a few steps from the beach, the Ocean's Edge Ballroom is a wonderful venue with an abundance of windows, allowing for natural lighting and exuding natural warmth. This elegant ballroom features a lovely outdoor veranda overlooking the gulf for outdoor mingling and drinks prior to your reception. The Ocean's Edge Ballroom provides buffet seating for up to 110 guests or plated seating for 130 guests.The Ocean's Edge Ballroom features:Accommodate groups of up to 150 people.In-House Audio Visual capabilities.Floor-to-Ceiling Windows.2,700 square feet.Natural light.Patio Space.On-site Banquet Team.WiFi Access.Accessibility Feature.

Details
Room type Ballroom
Total size 2700 Sq. Miles
Dimensions 90 x 30 x 10 Ft
Floor level Ground level
Power outlets 4
Columns 0
Windows 16
Is there natural light? Yes
Are there obstructions? No
Are there built in screens? No
Is there a built in stage? No
Is there built in A/V? Yes

Amenities Available
Amenities available Coffee / Tea Setup Food / Beverage Projection equip. TV/VCR/DVD WIFI Internet Podium Microphone Teleconferencing White Board Video Conference Flip Chart Air Conditioning Sound System
L x W x H (Feet)55 x 35 x 10 Size (sqft.) 1925 Banquet 5'/6 --/90 Crescent 90 Classroom 80 Hollow Square -- U-Shape 25 Boardroom 25 Convention --/-- Theater -- Reception 110 Regist. Desk --
Gulf Vista Ballroom

Renowned for its stunning panoramic gulf views, The Gulf Vista Ballroom is nothing short of magnificent. Located on the Penthouse level of the hotel, its floor-to-ceiling windows invite your guests to drink in one of the most breathtaking views of St. Pete Beach. This elegant ballroom is an incredible venue with buffet seating for up to 84 guests, or plated seating for 100 guests.The Gulf Vista Ballroom features:Accommodate groups of up to 100 people.In-House Audio Visual capabilities.Floor-to-Ceiling Windows.1,925 square feet.Natural light.On-site Banquet Team.WiFi Access.Accessibility Features.

Details
Room type Ballroom
Total size 1925 Sq. Miles
Dimensions 55 x 35 x 10 Ft
Floor level 10
Power outlets 4
Columns 0
Windows 12
Is there natural light? Yes
Are there obstructions? No
Are there built in screens? No
Is there a built in stage? No
Is there built in A/V? No

Amenities Available
Amenities available Coffee / Tea Setup Food / Beverage Projection equip. TV/VCR/DVD WIFI Internet Podium Microphone Teleconferencing White Board Video Conference Flip Chart Air Conditioning

Breakfast Information

Our restaurants on premises offer a variety of options for breakfast.Grab a fresh coffee at St. Pete Social, or enjoy a breakfast buffet at Spinners, overlooking the beach.If you would like your breakfast to be included during your stay, please visit the 'Packages' page on our site for more options.


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