The central Florida Gulf Coast area is a popular destination for golfers. The Clearwater Beach and Tampa Bay area, which includes St. Petersburg, has several golf courses ideal for beginners to advanced players. The weather is sunny and warm throughout the winter, so it is a prime vacation spot for northern golfers. There are also many hotels and resorts that cater to golfers.
Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort
The Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort has seven different types of rooms which feature full and partial views of the Gulf of Mexico. There are 10 acres of white sandy beaches to stretch out on, and the hotel offers private beach umbrellas, chairs and cabana rentals. The whole family can enjoy water sports like wave runner rentals or lounge beside one of the resort's two pools, which are situated right next to the beach. The resort also has several on-site dining options including a fine dining restaurant, grill, lounge and tiki bar. The challenging par 72 course at the Clearwater Country Club is just a few miles away.
Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort
400 Mandalay Ave.
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
(727) 461-3222
clearwaterbeachresort.com
The Palm Bay Club
The Palm Bay Club in Sarasota, Florida is a resort-style hotel with one, two and three bedroom condo-style rooms. Each features a full kitchen with free HBO and cable TV. The Grand Tower building offers rooms with views of the Gulf of Mexico and is located steps from the private sugar sand beach. The resort also has two pools and boat dock rentals. The hotel is close to TPC at Prestancia Golf Course, the Sarasota Golf Course and Sarasota National Golf Course are a short drive away.
The Palm Bay Club
5960 Midnight Pass Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34242
(941) 349-1911
palmbayclub.com
Grand Plaza Hotel & Beach Resort
The Grand Plaza Hotel and Beach Resort in St. Petersburg is located right on the beach. It features luxurious rooms and has a boutique feel. You can relax on the beach or enjoy the shopping and dining in downtown St. Petersburg. The hotel is located near Treasure Island, where you will find nightlife and other attractions. This hotel is also close to several golf courses, including the St. Petersburg Country Club and the Isla Del Sol Yacht & Country Club.
Grand Plaza Hotel and Beach Resort
5250 Gulf Blvd.
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
(800) 448-0901
grandplazaflorida.com
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