Holiday Inn Harbourside Hotel

Indian Rocks, Tampa and Clearwater/St Pete

Star rating

Two Queen Studio Room
Standard Islander Room
Cruzan Rum Shack
Splash Harbour Water Park
Key West Studio with Kitchenette, Holiday Inn Harbourside, Indian Rocks, Florida
Living Room of Condo Suite, Holiday Inn Harbourside Indian Rocks, Florida
Jimmy Guana's Waterfront Restaurant, Holiday Inn Harbourside, Indian Rocks, Florida
Two Queen Studio Room
Standard Islander Room
Cruzan Rum Shack
Splash Harbour Water Park
Key West Studio with Kitchenette, Holiday Inn Harbourside, Indian Rocks, Florida
Living Room of Condo Suite, Holiday Inn Harbourside Indian Rocks, Florida
Jimmy Guana's Waterfront Restaurant, Holiday Inn Harbourside, Indian Rocks, Florida

The hotel

Situated on the barrier island of Indian Rocks Beach amid 15 waterfront acres, there's lots to do for those active bods out there. The hotel is located on the intracoastal waterway, with a marina that offers boat rentals and fishing charters. There's also a swimming pool with hot tub and sun deck for those more interested in lying back and taking it easy. Cruzan Rum Shack's waterfront tiki pool bar is on hand to mix you a poolside cocktail, while lunches can be enjoyed at Jimmy Guana's waterfront restaurant.

Amenities

  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Games Room
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Just 15 minutes from Clearwater Beach and 30 minutes to St Pete Beach, overlooking a beautiful stretch of the intracoastal waterways and only a few minutes' walk from Indian Rocks Beach, shops and local restaurants. The resort is served by the Pinellas Trolley Line*, making travel to Gulf beaches, Clearwater and downtown St Petersburg very easy indeed. Distance from Tampa International Airport: 24 miles. 

Hotel information

164 rooms and suites on 3 floors in 1 building with 1 lift. All with air-conditioning, flatscreen TV, free HBO, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-fridge, iron and board, and hairdryer. Hotel Rooms have a courtyard view with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping up to 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Studio Rooms with courtyard view, ceiling fan, coffee maker, kitchenette, 1 king-size bed and queen-size sleeper sofa or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Suites feature a full kitchen and dining area with coffee maker, a living room with queen-size sleeper sofa, and a separate bedroom with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 6 adults or 4 adults and 2 children.

Villas feature 2 levels, occupying 1,200sq ft. The 1st level includes a living room with cathedral ceiling, queen-size sofa bed and TV, a dining room and a fully equipped kitchen. The 2nd level features separate loft bedroom with 1 king-size bed, TV and bathroom with oversized in-room Jacuzzi, walk-in shower and 2 vanity units, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 3 adults and 2 children (with a rollaway*).

Suncoast Trolley*. Complimentary self-parking.

Jimmy Guana's restaurant (open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, up to 2 kids 12 years and under eat free breakfast - 1 per paying adult), Wahoo Raw Bar, Cruzan Rum Shack tiki pool bar.

Heated swimming pool and hot tub. Fitness centre. Splash Harbour Water Park* next to hotel. 18-hole mini-golf* course. Gecko's Game Room. Marina, fishing and sightseeing cruises*. Discounted golf at nearby golf courses*.

Room service*. Key West Outpost. Sundries, beach wear, snacks and gifts. Coin laundry*. Complimentary WiFi.

This hotel has a resort fee of $32 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)

Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

Please note: Minimum age for check-in is 21 years.

*Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Time in a slightly run down hotel

Jun 13, 2025 GOBUCKS60 Denver, Colorado

To start things off, yes the hotel is a bit run down, although quaint, and needs some TLC. However, the service from Pat at the front desk, Dawn, Kristine, Lisa and Allison at Jimmy Guana’s were awesome. We had a suite facing the sunset side which was basically a parking lot and I asked for a harbor view and she was happy to accommodate us. … Read more
To start things off, yes the hotel is a bit run down, although quaint, and needs some TLC. However, the service from Pat at the front desk, Dawn, Kristine, Lisa and Allison at Jimmy Guana’s were awesome. We had a suite facing the sunset side which was basically a parking lot and I asked for a harbor view and she was happy to accommodate us. She was polite and helpful. Throughout our stay we were served by Dawn, Lisa, Allison and Kristine. All were fantastic, on the ball and in the game so to speak. My wife and I thank you all so much for your hospitality. You guys were awesome. The food was delicious as well. I was worried b/c many of the reviews said it was terrible as well, but they must have had bad days. The grouper sandwich, wraps and breakfast were delectable. Jimmy Guana’s was quite good. Thank you to the staff for a great stay. Read less
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May 15, 2025 michd61 South Bend, Indiana

My husband and I got the king suite that had the upstairs bedroom downstairs living room kitchen. It was very spacious and very clean. The hotel itself could use some updates painting that sort of thing. The staff excellent, very nice very helpful. We walked to everything we wanted to see the beach, restaurants shops. We did one afternoon in the… Read more
My husband and I got the king suite that had the upstairs bedroom downstairs living room kitchen. It was very spacious and very clean. The hotel itself could use some updates painting that sort of thing. The staff excellent, very nice very helpful. We walked to everything we wanted to see the beach, restaurants shops. We did one afternoon in the splash pool, but we preferred the basic pool closer to our room. We would definitely stay here again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A Great getaway steps from the beach.

Apr 17, 2025 GoHillary

This was a return trip to the hotel. Key west style which we really love. We love the two stories suites water view. Hotel is older, but we don't mind. We love the boats and the inner coastal view. Also, love that we were greeted by a nice gentleman in the parking lot.That helped us unload our car. Apparently he was on his way home, but he went… Read more
This was a return trip to the hotel. Key west style which we really love. We love the two stories suites water view. Hotel is older, but we don't mind. We love the boats and the inner coastal view. Also, love that we were greeted by a nice gentleman in the parking lot.That helped us unload our car. Apparently he was on his way home, but he went out of his way to help us, and it happened to be Kyle, the hotel manager, such a pleasant young man. We definitely will return to this hotel every time we visit Indian Rock Beach. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nice service very dated property

Feb 13, 2025 acc133

The service was good but the hotel is desperate need of updating. Many of the rooms are oddly facing the courtyard so you have no windows unless you want no privacy . The room was arranged so the bed sat so far back you can’t see the small TV. Popcorn ceilings an old table and couch was supposed to be a suite. The bathroom was dingy and dirty.… Read more
The service was good but the hotel is desperate need of updating. Many of the rooms are oddly facing the courtyard so you have no windows unless you want no privacy . The room was arranged so the bed sat so far back you can’t see the small TV. Popcorn ceilings an old table and couch was supposed to be a suite. The bathroom was dingy and dirty. The towels were basically the size of hand towels, and ragged, even at the pool. Bring your own for sure! The front desk allowed for a late checkout and they were very nice. The woman TC at the restaurant was a sweet as she can be. However, I now know why I always stay at Hilton and Marriott properties. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Treated like an animal by front desk

Jan 29, 2025 Katrina P

I got bed bugs from my room. I was originally moved 3 times due to hostile, poor service from front desk representative Vicki. She would not let me originally check in my room and said to find another hotel or double-pay. Manager was helpful and tried to give us an upgrade, but the upgrade ended up having bedbugs and now I’m not able to get my… Read more
I got bed bugs from my room. I was originally moved 3 times due to hostile, poor service from front desk representative Vicki. She would not let me originally check in my room and said to find another hotel or double-pay. Manager was helpful and tried to give us an upgrade, but the upgrade ended up having bedbugs and now I’m not able to get my money back for the rooms, and my bracelet was taken from one of the rooms as well. I was shivering one evening because I wasn’t given a blanket on the pullout couch, I called the front desk, and Vicky said the housekeeping room was closed and too bad. I was treated like an animal, it was a horrible experience and I will never stay here again now I have bedbugs and I wasn’t even given two dollars to wash my laundry. I had to take out money out out of my credit card to do that… I don’t understand why this hotel front desk reception has to be so verbally, abusive and cruel. Read less