Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Saint Pete Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saint Pete Beach

With a population of 9 346, Saint Pete Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Saint Pete Beach has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Saint Pete Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Maritana at Don CeSar (Don CeSar 3400 Gulf Blvd) and Chill- Restaurant & Bar (357 Corey Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Saint Pete Beach

Saint Pete Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
AED 956
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saint Pete Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
AED 956
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Saint Pete Beach

Plane

When flying to Saint Pete Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Saint Pete Beach from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 19h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Saint Pete Beach. The train journey from Saint Pete Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around AED 66 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about AED 48 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Pete Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 161 km from Saint Pete Beach. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Sixt, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saint Pete Beach, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Sarasota, the bus ride to Saint Pete Beach takes 97 km and will cost you around AED 147. From Orlando, the ticket costs about AED 96 for a journey of 161 km.

Plane

When flying to Saint Pete Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 20 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Saint Pete Beach from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 19h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Saint Pete Beach. The train journey from Saint Pete Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around AED 66 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about AED 48 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Pete Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 161 km from Saint Pete Beach. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Sixt, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Saint Pete Beach, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Sarasota, the bus ride to Saint Pete Beach takes 97 km and will cost you around AED 147. From Orlando, the ticket costs about AED 96 for a journey of 161 km.

Airports near Saint Pete Beach

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
PIETampa St. Petersburg

Airlines serving Saint Pete Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,029 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,809 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,582 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,919 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,776 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,686 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,443 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,685 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,206 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,560 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (345 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,195 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,345 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,066 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,919 reviews)
TAP Portugal
Good (1,846 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,202 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saint Pete Beach

Average rates range from around AED 1,208 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 1,558 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Beachcomber and Inn on the Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saint Pete Beach

Most booked hotels in Saint Pete Beach

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Treasure Island Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 1,595+
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The Don Cesar
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 1,754+
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Bilmar Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 923+
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Tahitian Beach Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 995+
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RumFish Beach Resort by TradeWinds
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
AED 1,014+
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Thunderbird Beach Resort
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
AED 1,656+
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Hiring a car in Saint Pete Beach

Expect to pay AED 3.31 per litre in Saint Pete Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 39.67 and AED 52.89. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Saint Pete Beach, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay AED 3.31 per litre in Saint Pete Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 39.67 and AED 52.89. Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Saint Pete Beach, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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