Cool, Unusual and Unique Hotels in Florida Gulf Coast
We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Florida Gulf Coast, USA. We have also included accommodation in villas, apartments, boutique hotels, boats, historic buildings, holiday homes, inns and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Bed and Breakfast.Very cosy. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Situated in the centre of St Petersburg, The Kenwood Gables has an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive. It is set 4.5 km from Tropicana Field and features luggage storage space. The property offers soundproof units and is located 4.3 km from Chihuly Collection. All units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, a hair dryer and a wardrobe. Each unit includes a private bathroom with free toiletries, while some rooms include a patio and others also boast pool views. At the bed and breakfast, each unit has bed linen and towels. Buffet and American breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries and fruits are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. The Kenwood Gables features a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace. The Pier is 5.1 km from the accommodation, while The Dali' Museum is 5.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, 17 km from The Kenwood Gables.Show full description
I highly recommend Kenwood Gables if you’re looking for a relaxing getaway. Nice design, comfortable beds, heated pool and great location, close to the nightlife as well as the beaches!
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great location. Nestled in the heart of Gulfport, Florida, a charming waterfront community adorned with artists, writers, musicians, and small businesses, The Peninsula Bed & Cocktails stands as a testament to history and innovation. As a historic boutique hotel under new ownership, we've curated a revolutionary concept where mixology meets hospitality, delivering a unique experience where the art of cocktails will enhance your stay. Step into our veranda, exuding Old South Florida charm, and walk through our French doors into our lively and picturesque Lobby Bar. As you enter your room, You'll be embraced by the essence and ambiance of your chosen cocktail, creating a sensory experience like no other.Welcome to Gulfport, where Peninsula Bed & Cocktails invites you to savor the art of fine living. Here, skilled mixologists await, ready to guide you on a tantalizing journey of flavors. Each room within our establishment is a tasteful homage to iconic cocktails from around the globe.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the coolest boutique hotels in Florida Gulf Coast.
Holiday Home.Delightful property. Great views. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Perfecto's Retreat- LUXURY Cabin is set in St Petersburg. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 9.3 km from John's Pass. The holiday home is fitted with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a patio with pool views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the garden views. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Fishing and canoeing can be enjoyed nearby, while a bicycle rental service and a private beach area are also available on-site. Johns Pass and Village Boardwalk is 10 km from the holiday home, while Chihuly Collection is 14 km away. The nearest airport is St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, 18 km from Perfecto's Retreat- LUXURY Cabin.Show full description
This holiday home has outstanding views and beautiful surroundings!
Villa.Great value. These Indian Shores apartments are right on Clearwater Beach and 5 miles from picturesque Saint Petersburg Beach. Guests will have access to free WiFi and an on-site launderette. All accommodations feature a fully-equipped kitchen and cable television. Sand Glo Villas provides 2 TVs and long decks or patios with ocean views as well. Sand Glo Villas is a pet-friendly, beachfront property with on-site gardens and barbecue facilities. Guests will also have convenient on-street parking and beach chaise loungers. Guests will be 4 minutes’ walk from Smuggler's Cove Adventure Golf and less than 15 miles from the Saint Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport. Indian Shores city centre is 1 mile away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Opened August 2021. Situated in Pensacola and with Historic Pensacola Village reachable within 300 metres, Oyster Bay Boutique Hotel features concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The property is non-smoking and is set 300 metres from Pensacola Historical Museum. At the hotel rooms include air conditioning, a wardrobe, a balcony with a city view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. Oyster Bay Boutique Hotel offers some rooms with sea views, and all rooms come with a coffee machine. The rooms have a safety deposit box. T T Wentworth Jr Florida State Museum is 500 metres from the accommodation, while Saenger Theatre is less than 1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Pensacola International Airport, 10 km from Oyster Bay Boutique Hotel.Show full description
Inn / Guest House.Charming. Popular among women. Offering an outdoor pool, The INN on Siesta Key is located in Sarasota, Florida. Free WiFi access is also available. Each apartment includes a flat-screen cable TV with a DVD player and a full kitchen with an oven, stovetop, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. Siesta Key Marina is 6 minutes' drive from the inn. A seating area is provided as well as a private bathroom with a hairdryer. At The Sarasota INN, guests can enjoy cooking on the barbecue facilities or viewing the garden. Free parking is available on site for guests' convenience. Laundry facilities are offered for a surcharge. The Landings shopping centre is 10 minutes' drive away. Sarasota city centre and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are each located 10.5 km from the inn. Memorial Park is 9 minutes' drive away from the Siesta Key INN.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Nice surroundings. Situated in Belleair, 3.5 km from Pier 60, Belleview Inn features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. John's Pass is 21 km away and Johns Pass and Village Boardwalk is 21 km from the hotel. The hotel offers a terrace. Chihuly Collection is 31 km from Belleview Inn, while Tropicana Field is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, 14 km from the accommodation.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Florida Gulf Coast.
Bed and Breakfast.Highly elegant. Lovely surroundings. Popular among couples. Situated within 17 km of Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park and 19 km of Homosassa Springs in Crystal River, Crystal River Lullaby B&B offers accommodation with seating area. Boasting luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. The bed and breakfast also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. All units are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a microwave, a coffee machine, a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and a wardrobe. A terrace with an outdoor dining area and lake views is offered in each unit. The units have a private bathroom, free toiletries and bed linen. The bed and breakfast specialises in a vegetarian and vegan breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available. For guests with children, Crystal River Lullaby B&B provides an indoor play area. After a day of cycling, fishing or hiking, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Three Sisters Springs is 16 km from the accommodation, while Bird's Underwater is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Tampa International Airport, 121 km from Crystal River Lullaby B&B.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most ELEGANT bed and breakfasts in Florida Gulf Coast.
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great bar. Popular among women.Opened June 2021. Located in St Pete Beach, 400 metres from St. Pete Beach, The Saint Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 6.8 km from John's Pass, 7.1 km from Johns Pass and Village Boardwalk and 14 km from Tropicana Field. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the allergy-free hotel features a hot tub. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At The Saint Hotel each room comes with bed linen and towels. Chihuly Collection is 15 km from the accommodation, while The Dali' Museum is 16 km away. The nearest airport is St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, 22 km from The Saint Hotel.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most creative and lively boutique hotel in Florida Gulf Coast.
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice surroundings. Situated 1.9 km from Ripley's Believe it or Not! and 2.1 km from ZooWorld Zoological Conservatory in Panama City Beach, Studio Steps to Beach and about 7 Miles to Pier Park! offers accommodation with a kitchen. The property is around 5.1 km from Shipwreck Island, 9.4 km from Nicklaus Design Course at Wyndham Bay Point Resort and 10 km from Gulf World Marine Park. Russell-Fields Pier is 11 km from the apartment, while Pier Park is 11 km from the property. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Panama City Beach is a few steps away. The unit is air conditioned and is comprised of a patio with an outdoor dining area as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, 31 km from Studio Steps to Beach and about 7 Miles to Pier Park!.Show full description
I think this is one of the most RELAXING apartments in Florida Gulf Coast.
Resort.Opened November 2021. Set in Panama City Beach, 300 metres from Panama City Beach, Calypso 3-2303 Penthouse Level w/ Incredible View! offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. Located around 400 metres from Russell-Fields Pier, the resort with free WiFi is also less than 1 km away from Gulf World Marine Park. Guests can use the hot tub, or enjoy city views. The units in the resort are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a shower and a hot tub. At Calypso 3-2303 Penthouse Level w/ Incredible View! all rooms come with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. Pier Park is 700 metres from Calypso 3-2303 Penthouse Level w/ Incredible View!, while Shipwreck Island is 5.1 km away. The nearest airport is Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, 20 km from the resort.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Lovely property. Popular among women.Opened August 2021. Situated in Destin in the Florida region, The Grand Sandestin features a patio and inner courtyard views. This property offers access to a balcony, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. The aparthotel has an outdoor swimming pool with a fence, as well as spa facilities and a lift. Boasting a Blu-ray player, the spacious aparthotel has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. The unit is air conditioned and is comprised of a terrace with outdoor furniture as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The aparthotel offers bed linen, towels and ironing service. A minimarket is available at the aparthotel. For guests with children, the aparthotel features a children's playground. Fort Walton Beach Park is 28 km from The Grand Sandestin, while Big Kahunas is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Destin Executive Airport, 16 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Great location. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a heated pool, inner courtyard view and a patio, 1215 A Slice of Heaven - Destin! Pool View! is set in Destin. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The aparthotel has a hot tub and free shuttle service. The spacious aparthotel with a balcony and pool views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the aparthotel. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. There is a coffee shop and bar. For guests with children, the aparthotel offers kids pool. Destin Beach is less than 1 km from 1215 A Slice of Heaven - Destin! Pool View!, while Henderson Beach is a 12-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Destin Executive Airport, 1 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This apartment hotel has a great location in Destin!
Boutique hotel.Unique. Great bar.Opened January 2022. Set in Palm Harbor, within 13 km of Pier 60 and 32 km of Raymond James Stadium, 3Gulls Inn Ozona- Boutique Hotel-Steps from Restaurants & Brewery-SwimSpa Pool-Pet Friendly offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 34 km from John's Pass, 35 km from Johns Pass and Village Boardwalk and 38 km from Amalie Arena. The hotel has a sun terrace and a hot tub. The units at the hotel feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Certain rooms will provide you with a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a stovetop. At 3Gulls Inn Ozona-Boutique Hotel-Steps from Restaurants & Brewery-SwimSpa Pool-Pet Friendly every room includes bed linen and towels. Busch Gardens is 39 km from the accommodation, while Adventure Island is 39 km away. The nearest airport is Tampa International Airport, 27 km from 3Gulls Inn Ozona-Boutique Hotel-Steps from Restaurants & Brewery-SwimSpa Pool-Pet Friendly.Show full description
Apartment.Great value. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, sea view and a balcony, Palm Gables 106 is set in Holmes Beach. The property is around 700 metres from Anna Maria Island, 1 km from Bradenton Beach and 26 km from The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. The spacious apartment features 3 bedrooms, a TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with an a bath or shower. Anna Maria City Pier is 5.8 km from the apartment, while Greens of Manatee Golf Club is 17 km away. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Holmes Beach is a few steps away. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. The nearest airport is Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, 22 km from Palm Gables 106.Show full description
Holiday Home.Cool. Venetian Vacation, a property with a terrace and barbecue facilities, is set in Venice, 20 km from Warm Mineral Springs, 27 km from Grande Tours Kayak Center, as well as 42 km from Sarasota Opera. The air-conditioned accommodation is 46 km from Fishermen's Village, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 12 km from Venice Theatre. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Marina Jack Restaurant and Marina is 42 km from the holiday home, while Tatum Ridge Golf Links is 44 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, 56 km from Venetian Vacation.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Great views. Set in Indian Pass in the Florida region, Cape San Blas Inn offers accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. Featuring a housekeeping service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The bed and breakfast features facilities for disabled guests. All units feature air conditioning and a satellite flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the bed and breakfast also have free WiFi, while some rooms come with a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, the units come with bed linen and towels. The area is popular for hiking, and free use of bicycles is available at the bed and breakfast. Cycling, fishing and canoeing are possible within the area, and Cape San Blas Inn offers water sports facilities. The nearest airport is Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport, 114 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Great value. Featuring inner courtyard views, Addy's Villas offers accommodation with patio, around 2.4 km from Nokomis Beach. It is situated 2.9 km from North Jetty Beach and provides private check-in and check-out. The aparthotel also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hair dryer, all units at the aparthotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms have a seating area. Boasting views of the garden, all units in the property come with private entrance and a pool with a view. At the aparthotel, each unit has bed linen and towels. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. The aparthotel has a sun terrace and a picnic area. The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is 32 km from Addy's Villas, while Venice Theatre is 3.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, 40 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Motel. Welcome to Ivory Sands Beach Suites, where timeless luxury meets contemporary comfort on the pristine shores of Clearwater Beach, Florida. Our boutique accommodations are already open, inviting you to experience a world of opulence that sets a new standard for coastal indulgence. Step into the lap of luxury as you enter our meticulously designed suites, where high-end finishes create an ambiance of refined elegance. Immerse yourself in the art of coastal indulgence, where sophistication and comfort intertwine seamlessly. Sink into the embrace of cloud-like beds for a rejuvenating night's sleep, and discover the convenience of wine fridges and wet bars, allowing you to savor your favorite vintages in the privacy of your own haven. Indulge in the epitome of relaxation in our private Jacuzzis, revel in thoughtfully curated seating arrangements, and wake up to breathtaking water views from our suites that capture the essence of Clearwater Beach. Private cabanas, included in 3 of our suites and 2 are available for rent. These secluded oases redefine luxury, providing an intimate escape where you can relish the sun-drenched serenity and enjoy personalized service at your beck and call. At Ivory Sands Beach Suites, every detail has been meticulously curated to ensure an unparalleled experience that transcends expectations. Join us today and anticipate the unveiling of our private cabanas in 2024 – an invitation to a new era of luxury on Clearwater Beach awaits.Show full description
Apartment.Cosy. Great location. Popular among women. Boasting free bikes, garden and views of garden, The Three Sisters - Crystal River FL is situated in Crystal River, 12 km from Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the apartment complex, each unit has bed linen and towels. Each unit features a patio, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a fireplace, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with bath and a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Homosassa Springs is 13 km from the apartment, while Weeki Wachee Springs is 44 km from the property. The nearest airport is Gainesville Regional Airport, 109 km from The Three Sisters - Crystal River FL.Show full description
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