About Gulf Strand Resort
Gulf Strand Resort is a 4-star beachfront property in St. Pete Beach that features an outdoor pool, Jacuzzi and apartments with full kitchens.
Guest rooms feature air conditioning, a balcony, a television with cable channels, two bathrooms, coffee and tea facilities, DVD player and a kitchen with a refrigerator, stovetop, dishwasher, cookware and dishware.
Services and amenities offered at the hotel include complimentary Wi-Fi, 24-hour front desk, a library, free parking and BBQ facilities.
There are no restaurants on-site at this property but there are many fantastic restaurants around the area and some are within walking distance.
Gulf Strand Resort is located close to many attractions including Upham Beach, Dolphin Landings Charter Boat Center, Merry Pier, Hurley Park, Gulf Beaches Historical Museum and Saint Petersburg. A golf course is located within two miles.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Newly-updated Rooms are Clean and Comfortable
The guest rooms at Gulf Strand Resort have recently been updated to feature modern and comfortable beds and furnishings. Guests also reported that the rooms are very clean, the decor is tasteful, the kitchen is well-stocked, everything is in working order, the bathrooms are luxurious and spacious and everything is very well-maintained. .
positive:
Central Location Right on the Beach
This hotel is located in a fabulous location at the quiet south end of St. Pete Beach where there are less crowds. Guests have direct access to a relaxing section of beach but despite the feel of seclusion, everything, including restaurants, attractions and retail shops, are within walking distance.
positive:
Well-maintained Grounds and Facilities
Guests reported that the outside grounds of the hotel are exceptionally well-maintained and so are the facilities. The swimming pool is clean, warm and refreshing and the hot tub is also clean and well-maintained.
Negative Reviews
negative:
The Views are not as Advertised
Guests reported that the views around Gulf Strand Resort are not as nice as they look on the website. In fact, the view that is advertised is virtually non-existent from most of the rooms. .
negative:
Unresponsive, Argumentative Staff
Staff members at this hotel don't like to deal with issues and guests reported that problems with rooms go unresolved. Staff who take the time to deal with guests become defensive when complaints are made and automatically blame guests first. Also reported was staff who are not very knowledgeable about the hotel or the area and staff who are rude and seem to dislike talking to guests. .
negative:
The Wi-Fi Service is Poor
Guests reported that the Wi-Fi service is very slow around the hotel and it doesn't work at all in the guest rooms. .