Bellwether Beach Resort, St. Pete Beach

Bellwether Beach Resort - A 5-star oceanfront retreat with rotating rooftop dining, private beach access, and retro-modern suites

Bellwether Beach Resort occupies nearly 6 acres of tropical gardens along St Pete Beach, featuring direct access to a private beach on the Gulf of Mexico. The 5-star property offers 10 room categories, including five individually designed Penthouse Suites with floor-to-ceiling windows and furnished balconies overlooking the ocean. Spinners Rooftop Grille, the hotel's rotating restaurant, serves Gulf-caught seafood, steaks, and shareable plates with panoramic coastal views. Leisure amenities include beachside cabanas, daily yoga classes, an outdoor heated pool, and water sports equipment. The resort charges a $45 nightly amenity fee covering Wi-Fi, beach gear, and fitness activities. Level 11 Rooftop Bar & Lounge hosts weekly DJ events and sunset cocktails above St Pete Beach. Bellwether Beach Resort provides 5000 square feet of event space, including the Gulf Vista Ballroom accommodating 100 guests with floor-to-ceiling ocean views.

Pros

Direct access to a private beach with complimentary cabanas and chairs

Only revolving restaurant on Florida's West Coast with Gulf seafood menu

Penthouse suites feature private balconies and floor-to-ceiling ocean views

Daily complimentary yoga and fitness activities on the beach

21.5 miles from Clearwater Air Park with easy coastal access

Cons

$45 nightly resort fee added to room rates

Partial ocean view rooms may have obstructed balcony sightlines