Barefoot Beach Club

St Pete Beach, Tampa and Clearwater/St Pete

Virgin rating

Two Bedroom Partial Gulf View Suite
Two Bedroom Partial Gulf View Suite
Two Bedroom Partial Gulf View Suite
Beachfront Studio
Beach Front Studio
Poolside Studio
Beach Front Studio
Beach Front Studio
Poolside Studio
Two Bedroom Partial Gulf View Suite
Two Bedroom Partial Gulf View Suite
Two Bedroom Partial Gulf View Suite
Beachfront Studio
Beach Front Studio
Poolside Studio
Beach Front Studio
Beach Front Studio
Poolside Studio

The hotel

If you’re after a great base to explore the Gulf Coast, then look no further – you’ll get a very warm welcome here! Speaking of warm, you’ll be itching to get in the lagoon-style pool from the minute you get here, with Florida’s hot and sunny climate. Or maybe you’re more of a beach person? It’s just steps from your room until you can dip your toes in the ocean. If there are a few of you, the 2 bedroom suites are perfect, offering plenty of space and a fully equipped kitchen to make dinner and drinks for you to enjoy on the balcony, overlooking the ocean. When staying here with Virgin Atlantic Holidays, you’ll avoid the resort fee. You’re just a few blocks away from the historic John’s Pass Village, with a host of water activities, excursions, and restaurants available for the whole family to enjoy.

Amenities

  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located on Madeira Beach, just west of St. Petersburg on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 2 blocks away from John’s Pass Village with it’s many shops, restaurants, and bars. Distance from Tampa International Airport: 26.5 miles. 

Hotel information

73 rooms consisting of single-space studios with compact kitchenettes, and suites with fully equipped kitchens. All with private balconies, cable TV, air conditioning, and complimentary WiFi access. Poolside Studios are 350sq ft consisting of a single space that includes 1 king-size bed and 1 sofa bed, a small kitchenette with fridge, microwave, sink, toaster, and coffee-maker. Sleeps maximum 4 people when utilising the sofa bed.

Please note: as this is a self-catering hotel, housekeeping services will not be included in your stay.

The Beachfront Studios are 320sq ft consisting of a single space that includes a queen-size bed, a sofa bed, and a small kitchenette equipped with a fridge, microwave, sink, toaster, and a coffee-maker. These studios offer views of the Gulf of Mexico, sleeps maximum 3 people. 

Two Bedroom Partial Gulf View Suites are 850sq ft and are located on floors 2-4, with an equipped kitchen including oven and dishwasher, washer and dryer unit, separate living room, and two bedrooms each with a HDTV. One bedroom features a king-size bed, the other bedroom features a queen-size bed with a sofa bed in the lounge, sleeping maximum 6 people. 

Please note: As this is a self-catering hotel, housekeeping services will not be included in your stay.

  • Long Stay Booking Bonus: Complimentary car parking for guests staying 5 nights or more when staying until  9 Jan '25. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Subject to change.

Outdoor heated swimming pool. Jacuzzi. Poolside cabanas*. Rooftop sun deck. Fitness centre. BBQ Area.

Complimentary WiFi access. Laundry service*. Parking $10 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change)

Waived resort fee for Virgin Atlantic Holidays customers, saving $30 per room per night.

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: Minimum check-in age is 21


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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great place on the beach!!

Dec 6, 2023 Gary S

Check in, check out was a breeze. Nice covered parking. Literally right on the beach. Room nice and comfortable. Great food close by, Thailand #2 had wonderful food. Pool and hot tub were clean and comfortable. Look forward to our return. Enjoy!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A very nice place to stay.

Nov 25, 2023 D8115RCrobertd Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom

We stayed at this hotel via a Virgin Holidays booking from the UK. All was well organised and went smoothly. On arrival we were warmly welcomed and given wristbands and a keycard for our room number 413, top floor gulf view room. Our room was spacious and clean, and met all of our expectations. A comfortable bed, and plenty of hanging space… Read more
We stayed at this hotel via a Virgin Holidays booking from the UK. All was well organised and went smoothly. On arrival we were warmly welcomed and given wristbands and a keycard for our room number 413, top floor gulf view room. Our room was spacious and clean, and met all of our expectations. A comfortable bed, and plenty of hanging space and storage. Kitchen facilities were limited but for our needs adequate. Bathroom and shower were excellent and clean. The hotel is well situated for Johns Pass, being two blocks away. Nearby was a convenience store, and two nice places for breakfast, Lisa's cafe and Sweet Brewnette. We went there because they both open before 10am, which is opening time for most places on the Pass. We made a decision not to rent a car, a decision we did not regret. Local bus services to St Petes Beach, St Petersburg and Clearwater run right by the hotel and run until late in the evening. The fare for two seniors, all day on the bus was five bucks. Very useful for trips to Publix on Treasure Island also. Being without a car meant that we had a taxi from Tampa Airport to the hotel, which did not take too long and cost a hundred bucks including the tip. We went back to TPA with Kennys Airport Transfer, for the same amount, in Kenny`s very nice Lincoln Town Car, arranged by the receptionist at the hotel. Hints. We upgraded to a gulf front room, and were very glad that we did. When the pool area became a bit too lively for us we were happy to use the beach, which is a few steps away. The cabanas on the beach cost 35 bucks a day, and are good value. We would advise people to opt for a room on the gulf side of the resort, the road outside the hotel is busy and noisy at times. Eating out is no problem, numerous places to eat are two blocks away on the Pass. Can recommend Boardwalk Grill and Sculleys. Overall impression. A nice place to stay, with helpful and attentive staff. We would recommend it without any conditions. It was clean and tidy and everything worked. Housekeeping standards are good. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fantastic location

Nov 17, 2023 CakeMum Edinburgh, United Kingdom

This was a repeat visit for us, last time staying was as a family and before the new block was built. We stayed in the oceanfront original block for 6 nights from which the view was exceptional and we heard very little road noise. I think the rooms in the new block are bigger and fancier but this suited us just fine. The only issues were that… Read more
This was a repeat visit for us, last time staying was as a family and before the new block was built. We stayed in the oceanfront original block for 6 nights from which the view was exceptional and we heard very little road noise. I think the rooms in the new block are bigger and fancier but this suited us just fine. The only issues were that the 'kitchen' area was really tiny with hardly enough room for coffee maker and toaster but we managed fine as we ate out most of the time. You can request toiletries and coffee each day but a very small amount of shower gel and only one coffee bag a day were provided so we ended up buying our own. Also no sockets near enough the bed to safely charge a watch/phone and there was a tiny angled shelf in he corner rather than a proper bedside cabinet. The bed was really comfy but on some sort of weird metal frame which clanked loudly when you got out so not great during the night. These are just niggles but we were only staying 6 days so not aproblem. Pool area was really lovely, although could do with more umbrellas as not enough shade. Short walking distance to John's Pass woth shops and restaurants and a few more plus a 7/11 a longer walk in the other direction. On the trolley route to St Pete's and Clearwater All in all a great place to stay Read less
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Nov 2, 2023 Chapman S

The hotel its self is great and has potential to be marvellous, however reviewing as a brit who paid a lot of money for a holiday, I did expect more. Obviously the front rooms will have spectacular views of the dolphins playing in the sea. We didn’t…we did have a pool view which was nice enough. No onsite security, nor any safes which made me… Read more
The hotel its self is great and has potential to be marvellous, however reviewing as a brit who paid a lot of money for a holiday, I did expect more. Obviously the front rooms will have spectacular views of the dolphins playing in the sea. We didn’t…we did have a pool view which was nice enough. No onsite security, nor any safes which made me feel uneasy. Shower is gorgeous Pool facilities are good but not for children, more for couples who wish for peace and relaxation. Rooms very noisy…you can hear everything above. Great parking. Walkable cafe called sweet brewnette which was gorgeous, worth a visit. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating What a view!

Oct 31, 2023 Mike_Ankcorn Birmingham, United Kingdom

We absolutely loved our stay at the Barefoot Beach Club. It was a breeze checking in with the excellent Keith who explained all about the hotel and local amenities. Our room was very pleasant with a little kitchen and sitting area, but the best thing was the amazing beach view we had. We could have happily sat on the balcony for our entire stay… Read more
We absolutely loved our stay at the Barefoot Beach Club. It was a breeze checking in with the excellent Keith who explained all about the hotel and local amenities. Our room was very pleasant with a little kitchen and sitting area, but the best thing was the amazing beach view we had. We could have happily sat on the balcony for our entire stay and watched the world go by. Can’t wait to visit again Read less