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The Beachcomber Beach Resort Hotel is located on 5 1/2 acres of beautifully tropical landscaped gardens. From the first glimpse of the beautiful, white sandy beach and the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico to the welcoming smiles of all of our associates, you will feel relaxed and glad to be here. The Beachcomber offers rooms overlooking the Tropical Landscaped Gardens, the Swimming Pool, or the white sandy Beach. Each of our guest rooms has two double beds, a small refrigerator, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, hairdryer, large closet, AM/FM clock radio and Flat Screen TV with free HBO. There are two heated swimming pools with chaise loungers, an on-site fitness center, an on-site guest laundry facility, complimentary coffee served daily in the lobby.
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The Beachcomber St. Pete Beach Florida offers a vibrant beachfront atmosphere with live music that many guests enjoy, though it may be too lively for those seeking peace. While the hotel's location earns praise, some travelers are less impressed with the room conditions, noting issues like poor cleanliness and dated decor.
Despite mixed feedback on value and room quality, the service often impresses with its professionalism. The amenities, including beach facilities and pools, are popular, but there are mentions of noise and maintenance concerns. Overall, the hotel's cleanliness appears to be well-maintained.
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It was my first time in the USA and I wasn't sure what to expect. I visited with one of my daughters, it was her first time too. I'm so glad we chose the Beachcomber. We had a lovely surprise when we arrived as we'd been booked into separate rooms, so we had lots of space. The beds are the most comfortable I've had while staying in a hotel, and I've stayed in a lot. I normally suffer with a bad back and sleepless nights when away from home, but there was none of this here. The rooms are very big, with plenty of storage space. They're very well-equipped. The only thing I think would be useful is a microwave as eating out every day can get very expensive. The grounds are lovely and very well maintained. There are a couple of pools. It's right on the beach and the beach is fantastic with the most amazing sunsets, that people come to the beach especially to see. There's live music every night. This can be a little loud in the rooms closer to the beach bar, but it didn't keep me awake and was actually quite nice to have in the background. Everyone is so friendly and happy all of the time. Sarah in the beach bar is loveley, and Yaya on reception was extremely helpful - such good advocates for the hotel. One guy (I'm afraid i didn't get his name) walked round with a huge smile on his face singing "I love my job" most of the time. Everyone we encountered wanted to help or give advice on places to visit, the best restairants etc. The rooms are cleaned often and there's always a good supply of fresh towels. There were two huge flat screen TV's in the room. One was in the main part of the room, then there was another in a smaller section of the room which had a sofa bed in it. I'm hoping to go back to St Pete next year and will definitely be booking into the Beachcomber again. I miss it already.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Room Tip:The rooms closer to the beach get the music from the bar at night, if you want a quieter room,...
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Response from Property Management, Owner at The Beachcomber St. Pete Beach Florida
Responded Dec 4, 2022
Greetings Donna! Wow, I’m blown away by your kind words. I’m so glad we were able to make your first visit to the United States so memorable. Our easy-going accommodations are the perfect place to unwind and rest after a fun day in the sun. I’m also delighted you enjoyed our pools, luscious gardens, and nightlife entertainment at Jimmy B’s Beach Bar. Sarah and Yaya are exceptional and I can’t wait to let them know of your high praise! It sounds like you got to experience everything St. Pete Beach has to offer and more. We truly can’t wait to see you again for another fantastic getaway!
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Overall, a great resort. Staff were friendly. Bed comfy, great nightlife, & right on beach.
Need better towels they were extremely thin, small, and rough to the touch. Ended up using the beach towels as bath towels as they were better quality. Also could use better quality pillows for a king bed. No privacy in the room unless the shades were down all the way for the windows. Shades needed mending as well. A mini blind or blind type idea would provide privacy and better lighting. Not enough dresser space. What was considered a dresser only had 2 functional drawers which was not enough space for 2 people and 5 nights. The lounging room had a dresser type piece of furniture, but the drawers were small and had no utility. Had to basically live out of our suitcases.
Didn't use the pool, however the area was clean, and the courtyard area was lovely with the plant life, fountain, and hammocks. I liked the key card access to beach towel cabinet. Neat idea and I didn't have to deal with people.
The bars had great food and great music. Food was spendy. If you like nightlife this was a great resort for that. Just note that pending where your room is located you will be hearing the bands until bar close. We were poolside and easily heard the bands play til bar close.
Beach was great. Boardwalk led to the beach was nice. Room came with cabanas or chair rental as part of the cost, so it was nice to not have to pay extra for them. They were first come first serve.
Easy access to the adjoining resorts on either side to check out their nightlife when we ventured out on the beach.
Overall, a great resort. Just a few things that could be improved upon. Mainly better-quality towels, better window coverings to provide privacy and lighting, and more dresser drawer space.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Response from Property Management, Owner at The Beachcomber St. Pete Beach Florida
Responded Nov 23, 2022
Greetings, thank you for such a kind and thorough review. I’m pleased to read you enjoyed your time with us on St. Pete Beach. Jimmy B’s Beach Bar is the best beachside hangout around offering delicious meals, cold drinks, and live entertainment all day every day. I’m so glad you found our beachfront location convenient when exploring around and enjoying the cabanas. It sounds like you had a great time and we can’t wait to welcome you back. See you again soon!
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We booked a King Junior Suite so it had the extra tv and another couch. It may have seemed like a lot for 2 people but it was perfect for us. We loved the smaller pool as it was closer to our room and had some shade but the big pool was great too. Every thing was super clean and the staff was the best I have ever had the pleasure to meet. Please go stay here, the courtyard is beautiful and we loved hand feeding the squirrels, we actually made special trips to the grocery to get them more seeds and nuts. The beach is gorgeous and the beach chairs & cabana or umbrella (included in your rental) were perfect. Not a big crowd when we went in September. My husband and I actually extended our stay by 3 days (I had to go back to work otherwise it would have been longer) and didn't want to leave then. I hope to return for another vacation, sooner rather than later.
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Date of stay: September 2024
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Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:If you were like us, we always overpack so pack lightly as you will spend your days and evenings...
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Really disappointed with this Hotel. It’s not really a hotel or resort, more of a motel. Rooms were really grubby, smelling of damp although beds felt clean, we were given two ground floor rooms ‘near pool’ but also near Jimmy B bar. Very noisy and could hear people walking very close to our door in the early hours. I had a knock at the door at about 11.30 pm to find a very drunk man asking to come in to chat. He then went along the whole row doing the same. Felt very unsafe here as no security to entrances at all. The bar is a local haunt and anyone can go in via beach or side entrance and then walk around the complex. It really shook me up especially as I had my three daughters with me too. The pictures do look lovely as it is right on the beach but really not the best place to stay for a family. The pools were quite small and again it felt quite exposed to anyone just wandering about. Lots of people enjoying a very boozy spring break by the looks of it. The bar played loud music until 1am. My main concern really was the safety aspect and feeling completely exposed as it was ground floor and on the thoroughfare to and from the bar. Also as there were no privacy blinds we had to keep curtains closed to stop people looking in making it very stuffy and unpleasant. The rooms smelt damp, air con unit very loud. Really just an awful experience. We checked out after one night as I just didn’t feel comfortable staying. They said they would give full refund but we noticed they took several payments from credit card amounting to over £250 the day we checked out possibly for ‘resort fee’ and have yet to hear about refund. Really wouldn’t recommend
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip:Just avoid! It’s not suitable for families. Maybe ok for groups of mates looking for party base....
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Response from Property Management, Owner at The Beachcomber St. Pete Beach Florida
Responded Apr 16, 2024
Your feedback is invaluable to us, and I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. I'm disheartened to learn about the challenges you faced during your stay. While our bar may exude a vibrant atmosphere, we fully recognize the importance of providing a tranquil environment for guests seeking a more serene experience. Please rest assured that we take the safety and comfort of our guests very seriously, and we will diligently address your feedback to ensure that each guest enjoys the seamless and enjoyable stay we strive to deliver. Additionally, I regret any confusion regarding the charges, and I would welcome the opportunity to address your concerns internally. If you're open to further discuss your stay, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're here to ensure that your future visits meet and exceed your expectations.
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I am writing to express my deep disappointment with my recent stay at your resort. My family and I have been loyal guests of the Beachcomber Resort for many years, celebrating numerous special occasions including birthdays, weddings, and most recently, my 60th birthday. Unfortunately, our latest experience has left us extremely dissatisfied, primarily due to the poor customer service provided by your General Manager, Kyle Fettig. Upon our arrival, we were excited to celebrate my milestone birthday with our group, which occupied 11 rooms. We spoke with the staff member in charge of the cabana chairs about setting up our canopy tent and were given clear instructions on where we could set up. We ensured that our setup, which included a canopy, tables, cornhole, and decorations, was positioned at the edge of the property to avoid obstructing anyone’s view. However, after spending an hour setting up, Mr. Fettig approached us and insisted that we move, citing a clause in the hotel contract that prohibits setting up in front of the cabana chairs. Despite explaining that we had followed the initial instructions and were not obstructing anyone, he refused to show us the clause and demanded we relocate. Reluctantly, we complied and moved our setup behind the row of cabana chairs. To our dismay, just ten minutes later, the cabana attendant informed us that we had to move again because Mr. Fettig had decided to set up another row of cabana chairs. This constant disruption and lack of clear communication were extremely frustrating and put a damper on our celebration. In addition to the poor customer service, we have noticed a significant decline in the upkeep and maintenance of the resort. The rooms are no longer maintained to the high standards we have come to expect from the Beachcomber Resort. While we have always enjoyed our stays at your resort, particularly the vibrant atmosphere at Jimmy B’s bar, this recent experience has left us with no desire to return. The unprofessional and unaccommodating behavior of Mr. Fettig has greatly tarnished our view of the Beachcomber Resort. I hope you take this feedback seriously and address these issues to prevent other guests from having a similar experience. We will be looking for alternative accommodations for our future visits to St. Pete Beach.
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Date of stay: September 2024
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Response from Property Management, Owner at The Beachcomber St. Pete Beach Florida
Responded Sep 18, 2024
Hello Kevin, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re committed to providing excellent hospitality and a pristine environment for all our guests. To keep the beachside atmosphere relaxing for everyone, we have policies that prevent large private events on the beach. For those looking to celebrate, we offer event venues and options like our lively beach bar, which can be booked in advance to help plan your special moments. We truly value your feedback and regret this stay didn’t meet the high standards you’ve come to expect. If you have any further thoughts, feel free to reach out directly.
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Where shall I start, which is the worst hotel we have had throughout our trip. There is housekeeping every other day but no broom in your room to sweep up the sand yourself etc. The room had a terrible smell, as soon as you opened the door, it was already hitting your throat. It was a smell of mold, groundwater or something chemical but t can also be a combination. The first evening mentioned right at the front desk, someone came from maintenance, spoke almost no English and had no volume in his voice so we barely understood him and he pretended to understand our complaint. The next day we were out all day and had the illusion that there had been an undertaking to resolve our complaint. It was and remained an illusion because as soon as we opened the room the smell hit your throat again. Again to the front desk, the same man as before, he blamed us for only coming in the evening....and also ostentatiously rolled his eyes so we didn't feel taken seriously at all. When checking out an official complaint was made, there was an American response with oh I'm so sorry....yes of course, but no action was taken before that. Hotel is not worth 3 stars, it needs a thorough refurbishment. We really would not recommend this hotel. The only thing that was positive is the location near the beach, but yes hygiene, maintenance and service is really below standard. Never again!
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Date of stay: August 2024
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Room Tip:In het zwembad wordt zoveel alcohol gedronken dat het gewoon ook naar drank ruikt. Dit mag vlgs...
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My friend and I chose the Beachcomber to stay at for our beach vacation because it looked like everything we needed was onsite and the prices were in line with other surrounding hotels.
Pros: Access to unlimited beach towels, free chairs and cabanas
Cons: As others have mentioned, this hotel is in dire need of upgrades. The website images are old and extremely misleading. Upon entry, we were upset by the peeling paint on steps and walls, mold growing on cement, and lackluster decor but tried to keep a positive attitude. Our room was no different. It seems the shades in every room barely work and have holes in them. We had a huge gap between the bottom of our door and the floor, so we had to roll up a towel every night to try and prevent unwanted pests. The air conditioner was loud and missing buttons. As others have mentioned, lights not working and odd placement of bathroom shelves, no toilet lid. We also had to ask twice for hair conditioner. I’ve tried to document the appearance of this hotel so others are not as fooled. Had we known what we were actually getting, we 1000% would have stayed somewhere else.
Final thoughts: This is very much the “party” place for locals and guests who prefer to drink and stay up all night. As two friends traveling here for the beach, we spent almost all our time there and would definitely not recommend this place to families. Drunk and stumbling guests at all hours. We had a fire alarm go off at 4am one day. Just an all around disappointing experience and we could not wait to leave. Additionally food and drinks were overpriced for quality. We went next door to the Hilton or surrounding restaurants for better drinks (better quality and lower price point) and much better food. I think Beachcomber wants $26 for a burger. Save your money and go next door. It is definitely not worth it.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Property Management, Owner at The Beachcomber St. Pete Beach Florida
Responded Aug 8, 2022
Hello Dana, Thank you for taking time to share detailed feedback about your recent stay. I’m glad you enjoyed our beachfront location and were able to enjoy our beach chairs and cabanas. I’m disappointed to read about the experience you describe. I sincerely value your comments and can assure you that we are currently working on improving our facilities and facade. While St. Pete Beach and Jimmy B’s do offer lively nightlife, it’s important that we provide peace and quiet for those seeking a more relaxing experience. Again, thank you for sharing your feedback. I do hope we’ll see you back on St. Pete Beach again in the future!
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Pros: The lobby and courtyard and pools are nice. Other than its beachfront location this resort has little to offer for the room prices and resort fee. Cons: Sporadic room cleaning was inadequate, no elevator to second floors, luggage must be carried upstairs, parking is like parking next to a factory; backing out of the alley is required. Room was in desperate need of modernizing. Furniture looked like it came from Ikea or tag sales. This resort shows its age and new paint in the room is like putting a bow tie on a pig; its still a pig.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Response from Property Management, Owner at The Beachcomber St. Pete Beach Florida
Responded Mar 12, 2024
Ray, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our direct access to our private beach, lobby, courtyard, and pools. However, I'm disappointed to learn that some aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations. We are dedicated to providing a comfortable and excellent experience for all our guests, and I regret to hear that we fell short this time. Please know that we are committed to accommodating our guests' housekeeping preferences, and you are welcome to reach out to our lobby if you have any specific requests or concerns. Your comments about our facilities, parking, and furnishings are duly noted, and I assure you your feedback will be addressed with our team. I truly appreciate your feedback as we continuously work to enhance our facilities and guest experience. If you would like to discuss your experience further or provide additional feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out to us directly. We're here to help and address any concerns you may have.
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We stayed at this resort for a company conference. The main areas of the resort are mostly fine. Upon arriving the lobby, pool area beach bar and beach were very nice. But,our issue was the exorbitant price we paid and the state of the guest rooms. When all the fees are added up, it was nearly $500 a night for a junior suite. The only thing about the room that we thought was acceptable was that the bed was comfortable and the AC worked. The floors were filthy. Our feet were black after walking on them. Both pull out couches were sagging in the middle, stained and hard as a rock. The blinds in our room were torn and difficult to open and close. The bathroom was very small. The pictures on the website of the room, make it look, enormous compared to its actual size. We were informed upon check-in as the staffing was low we would not be getting any room service with the exception of trash, every other day and clean towels. Since we were traveling with other people, we asked them about the state of their guest rooms, and they all had similar things to say. The beach towels were dingy and threadbare. The men’s bathroom down by the beach was on unusable. The urinals were ripped off the walls. We did enjoy the beach bar, Jimmy B’s they had great drinks, and most of the time the food was fine. The staff was very accommodating and friendly, and my husband said they did a good job setting up the conference room and the breakfast. Overall, we had a great experience on St Petes Beach, but I would choose a different resort next time due to the issues noted above.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
Room Tip:Stay somewhere else and come to Jimmy B’s to enjoy the drinks, food and music.
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Response from Property Management, Owner at The Beachcomber St. Pete Beach Florida
Responded Apr 4, 2023
Hello and thank you for sharing your review. I’m pleased you found our lobby to be nice and inviting and had great interactions with our friendly and helpful staff. Whether you’re relaxing by the pool or having a cold drink and fun time at Jimmy B’s Beach Bar, we’ve got something for everyone to enjoy. I’m also thrilled we were able to properly accommodate and help set up your company conference for a successful meeting. Your other feedback is appreciated and will be shared with our leadership team as we’re always looking for ways to improve the overall experience. Thank you again and we hope you enjoyed exploring St. Pete Beach.
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Love the location on the beach in St Pete’s! The resort was extremely affordable and Jimmy B’s offers all the music, drinks and food you need! Steps from the beach, with cabanas, chairs and umbrellas ready and waiting for you! Float around in the heated pools to relax at the end of your day or sit at the beach side bar to enjoy the gorgeous sunset and ocean breeze.
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Property Management, Owner at The Beachcomber St. Pete Beach Florida
Responded May 20, 2024
Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience! I'm thrilled to hear that you found Beachcomber Beach Resort to offer exceptional value. It's fantastic that you enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere at Jimmy B's, where the music, drinks, and food create the perfect beach vibe. Plus, our private beach, complete with cabanas, chairs, and umbrellas, provides the ideal setting to soak up the sun and enjoy the ocean breeze. From the heated pools to the stunning sunset views, there's truly something for everyone to enjoy. I can't wait to welcome you back for more memorable moments by the beach!
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Ask for a room closer to the check in section. Jimmy bs is at the back end and on the beach.. so if you stay close to the front of the hotel you won't here the music.
Hello! Guests of the Resort receive two beach chairs and an umbrella or a Cabana. Availability on the type of seating is first come first served. Extra seating is available at a nominal charge. We look forward to welcoming you to the Bellwether!
There are more places to choose from in the St. Pete Beach area.
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