If you’re after a great base to explore the Gulf Coast, then look no further – you’ll get a very warm welcome here! Speaking of warm, you’ll be itching to get in the lagoon-style pool from the minute you get here, with Florida’s hot and sunny climate. Or maybe you’re more of a beach person? It’s just steps from your room until you can dip your toes in the ocean. If there are a few of you, the 2 bedroom suites are perfect, offering plenty of space and a fully equipped kitchen to make dinner and drinks for you to enjoy on the balcony, overlooking the ocean. When staying here with Virgin Atlantic Holidays, you’ll avoid the resort fee. You’re just a few blocks away from the historic John’s Pass Village, with a host of water activities, excursions, and restaurants available for the whole family to enjoy.
Amenities
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Swimming Pool
Beachfront location
Where is it
Located on Madeira Beach, just west of St. Petersburg on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 2 blocks away from John’s Pass Village with it’s many shops, restaurants, and bars. Distance from Tampa International Airport: 26.5 miles.
Hotel information
73 rooms consisting of single-space studios with compact kitchenettes, and suites with fully equipped kitchens. All with private balconies, cable TV, air conditioning, and complimentary WiFi access. Poolside Studios are 350sq ft consisting of a single space that includes 1 king-size bed and 1 sofa bed, a small kitchenette with fridge, microwave, sink, toaster, and coffee-maker. Sleeps maximum 4 people when utilising the sofa bed.
Please note: as this is a self-catering hotel, housekeeping services will not be included in your stay. Kettles available upon request, subject to availability.
The Beachfront Studios are 320sq ft consisting of a single space that includes a queen-size bed, a sofa bed, and a small kitchenette equipped with a fridge, microwave, sink, toaster, and a coffee-maker. These studios offer views of the Gulf of Mexico, sleeps maximum 3 people.
Two Bedroom Partial Gulf View Suites are 850sq ft and are located on floors 2-4, with an equipped kitchen including oven and dishwasher, washer and dryer unit, separate living room, and two bedrooms each with a HDTV. One bedroom features a king-size bed, the other bedroom features a queen-size bed with a sofa bed in the lounge, sleeping maximum 6 people.
Please note: As this is a self-catering hotel, housekeeping services will not be included in your stay.
Outdoor heated swimming pool. Jacuzzi. Poolside cabanas*. Rooftop sun deck. Fitness centre. BBQ Area.
Complimentary WiFi access. Laundry service*. Parking $10 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change)
Waived resort fee for Virgin Atlantic Holidays customers, saving $30 per room per night.
*Denotes local charge.
Please note: Minimum check-in age is 21
Based on 1613 reviews
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Welcomed !
Aug 11, 2025JEPL10Toronto, Canada
Just getting back from Florida -first time visiting and it was lovely.
Barefoot was great , staff are phenomenal always so helpful. Grounds were kept clean rooms are at your disposal meaning no in house cleaning which was great- no one coming in and out. Whatever and whenever you need something replenished just leave your basket outside and they…
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Just getting back from Florida -first time visiting and it was lovely.
Barefoot was great , staff are phenomenal always so helpful. Grounds were kept clean rooms are at your disposal meaning no in house cleaning which was great- no one coming in and out. Whatever and whenever you need something replenished just leave your basket outside and they re-fill it -such an awesome system ! Bracelets are given as room keys - really cute another great idea... I'd like to thank Barefoot - Florida hope to visit again . Stay safe and warmest regards from us Canadians.. X
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Aug 4, 2025Laura S
Overall very nice stay. The rooms could do with renovation, the furniture is dated, but its location is brilliant and the room has everything you could need. They didn’t clean our room whilst we stayed for 3 nights, but offered clean towels etc daily. We had the biggest king bed we have ever stayed in and a very large sofa bed, so the bed…
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Overall very nice stay. The rooms could do with renovation, the furniture is dated, but its location is brilliant and the room has everything you could need. They didn’t clean our room whilst we stayed for 3 nights, but offered clean towels etc daily. We had the biggest king bed we have ever stayed in and a very large sofa bed, so the bed situation was good. Staff all lovely, which always makes the difference when you are away from home. Special shout out to Anthony for kindly loaning us beach equipment for the morning on our last day. Would stay again.
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Not the best, not terrible.
Jul 14, 2025CaptTroyFlorida
I really like writing positive reviews but I find myself struggling with this one. Positives: This is in a great location. John’s Pass is within walking distance. The beach was clean. Parking was tight but we had no issues. The employee working the front desk was friendly. Our room was spacious and the air conditioning worked well.
Negatives: We…
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I really like writing positive reviews but I find myself struggling with this one. Positives: This is in a great location. John’s Pass is within walking distance. The beach was clean. Parking was tight but we had no issues. The employee working the front desk was friendly. Our room was spacious and the air conditioning worked well.
Negatives: We have stayed at several hotels in this area and for the price we way overpaid to stay here. Our room literally smelled like fried bacon and the drain in the shower was very slow. Water got about ankle deep. In fairness, we notified the front desk and in a short time housekeeping came and the shower drain was cleared. They were able to get some of the bacon smell out of the room. The bed and furniture was about an average for comfort levels.
Overall I would not say don’t stay here but for us we will being staying somewhere else.
The Madeira Beach area is beautiful!
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Perfect Beach Getaway – Great Room, Great Location!
Jul 12, 2025Pamela B
We arrived at the resort early (around 10 AM) and stopped by the office just to ask if we could park so we could head to the beach. To our surprise and delight, the staff told us our room was already available and let us check in early — such a great bonus to start our trip!
We had reserved the Deluxe Suite with a king bed and oceanfront view.…
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We arrived at the resort early (around 10 AM) and stopped by the office just to ask if we could park so we could head to the beach. To our surprise and delight, the staff told us our room was already available and let us check in early — such a great bonus to start our trip!
We had reserved the Deluxe Suite with a king bed and oceanfront view. The room was incredibly spacious, clean, and the view was absolutely stunning — waking up to the sound and sight of the ocean was a dream.
We also took advantage of the pool, which was refreshing and well-maintained. One of the best parts was the location — John's Pass was just a short walk away, and we had easy access to great restaurants and shops.
Overall, it was a fantastic stay and we’ll definitely be back!
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Quiet beachfront getaway near it all
May 15, 2025Keith RMonroe, Wisconsin
Friendly staff and very well kept beachfront property. Onsite parking with beach cabanas available. Would definitely stay here again - great value. Walk to John's Pass for all the activities. We had a 1 bedroom beachfront room that was perfect.
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