Title: 🌊 Gulf Front Condo β€” Gulf Strand Resort, St. Pete Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=28831613&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # 🌊 Gulf Front Condo β€” Gulf Strand Resort, St. Pete Beach Condo on the beach, with hot tub ## Photo gallery for 🌊 Gulf Front Condo β€” Gulf Strand Resort, St. Pete Beach ![Property grounds - 🌊 Gulf Front Condo β€” Gulf Strand Resort, St. Pete Beach (St Pete Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28840000/28831700/28831613/6474fece.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 🌊 Gulf Front Condo β€” Gulf Strand Resort, St. Pete Beach (St Pete Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28840000/28831700/28831613/e6eaa13b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 🌊 Gulf Front Condo β€” Gulf Strand Resort, St. Pete Beach (St Pete Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28840000/28831700/28831613/ae1f5937.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player - 🌊 Gulf Front Condo β€” Gulf Strand Resort, St. Pete Beach (St Pete Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28840000/28831700/28831613/c3fea8c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 🌊 Gulf Front Condo β€” Gulf Strand Resort, St. Pete Beach (St Pete Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28840000/28831700/28831613/8863a55b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Gulf Strand Resort offers a charming condo suite, heated pool, and shuffleboard in the heart of St. Pete Beach. Unwind on your private balcony with unobstructed views of the Gulf or enjoy a BBQ by the barbeque grills. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire condo 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4675 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 🌊 Gulf Front Condo β€” Gulf Strand Resort, St. Pete Beach This top-tier unit delivers uninterrupted, panoramic Gulf views from a direct beachfront balconyβ€”no rooftops, no railings in the way, just endless blue horizon and soft white sand. Whether you're sipping coffee at sunrise or unwinding at sunset, every moment from this perch feels postcard-perfect. πŸ›‹ Inside the Condo \- πŸ›οΈ One-bedroom suite with 2 full bathrooms \- πŸ›‹οΈ King bed + sofa sleeper \- 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen for beachside meals \- πŸŒ… Private balcony facing directly onto the sand \- πŸ“Ί Two TVs, πŸ“Ά free WiFi, 🧺 washer & dryer πŸ– Gulf Strand Amenities \- πŸ”₯ Heated pool & jacuzzi \- 🍽 BBQ grills for outdoor dining \- 🎯 Cornhole & shuffleboard \- πŸ›’ Walkable to stores, beach bars, and seafood spots \- πŸš— One assigned parking space per unit 🌴 Why Guests Choose St. Pete Beach \- πŸŒ‡ World-class sunsets and warm Gulf breezes \- πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ Wellness escapes like beach yoga and paddleboarding \- 🍹 Eclectic dining, art walks, and nightlife \- 🐬 Excursions, shell hunting, and barefoot exploration πŸ›Ž Exceptional Stays with TRS With 30+ years of hospitality, Travel Resort Services provides: \- πŸ“ž Local 24/7 guest support from Madeira Beach staff \- 🧼 In-house maintenance & housekeeping \- πŸ–¨ Printing & fax services, including boarding passes \- πŸš— Exclusive rental car discount codes \- πŸ’Œ Monthly newsletters + repeat guest incentives 🚫 Rental Guidelines \- 🚭 No smoking \- 🐾 No pets \- 🚫 No boats, trailers, or motorcycles \- πŸ‘€ Minimum age to rent: 25 years ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Picnic area ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Heated pool - Birdwatching nearby - Motor boating nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 675 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101980000/101975700/101975640/89d1a0d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 🌊 Beach View Beauty with Modern Comforts St Pete Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=101975640&PinnedHotelID=101975640&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71140000/71137700/71137682/025c1911.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxe by the Bay - A TOGAR Family Vacation Rental Somerset Lakes - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=71137682&PinnedHotelID=71137682&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73740000/73736200/73736111/6a6f2eb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 🌴 Unit 401 at Gulf Gate – Flexible Comfort & Gulf Views for Up to 4 Guests St Pete Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=73736111&PinnedHotelID=73736111&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32510000/32503300/32503283/3381aaba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Surf Beach 303 - Spectacular Sunsets - Beach Front Treasure Island - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 9.0 Wonderful 11 reviews CA $375 CA $756 total includes taxes & fees Feb 5 - Feb 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=32503283&PinnedHotelID=32503283&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57660000/57651600/57651545/f1e59ee8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Close to beach, St Petersburg Fl. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Gulf Strand 301 1br 2ba Condo Gulf Strand Resort 301 1BR 2BA Condo Gulf Strand Resort 301 1BR 2BA St. Pete Beach Gulf Strand Resort 301 1BR 2BA Condo St. Pete Beach 423698 ## About the area Located in St. Pete Beach, this condo is on the beach. Shoppers can check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Tampa Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at St. Pete's Historic Coliseum, or consider a night out at Jannus Live. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 🌊 Gulf Front Condo β€” Gulf Strand Resort, St. Pete Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 19 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### G U. May 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location The location is Perfect. ##### G U. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger P. Jul 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Playwright’s Paradise We so enjoyed staying here during the opening weekend of the Gulfport Community Players’ Summer One-Acts competition. The beachfront location is spectacular! We spent our mornings on the beach, in the pool and hot tub, and on the large shaded balcony (which was also a great spot for sunsets)! The unit was clean and the kitchen well-equipped. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Roger P. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Susan A. May 23, 2024 #### 4 Beautiful view from the balcony! Nice place! ##### Susan A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### SIMONE Y. Sep 29, 2023 #### 4 Pretty Great Amazing Views !!! Everyone was so nice I felt welcomed. ##### SIMONE Y. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip W. Oct 22, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay GREAT ##### Philip W. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patty B. May 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing!! It was perfect! This is the place to stay at St. Pete's!! It has everything you need and more! We highly recommend it! We will def stay there again!! We were impressed! ##### Patty B. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim S. Jul 10, 2023 #### 5 (best) Love this place. The staff especially Betty are wonderful. ##### Kim S. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Noel D. Aug 25, 2023 #### 5 (best) Everything was great as always ##### Noel D. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberley L. Jul 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Accurate listing Everything was as told to us. Property was great. ##### Kimberley L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Geoffrey R. Sep 29, 2023 #### 4 Really enjoyed our stay, despite it being curtailed by Hurricane Ian. Hoping to return for the last few days of current holiday, if possible ##### Geoffrey R. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana L. Aug 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect beach location The location was awesome, right on the beach. Several places within walking distance. Unit was very clean and everything we needed. Only compliant was the mattress in the bedroom needs replacing. It is not very comfortable. Other than that, would highly recommend this condo for your beach stay. We loved every minute of it! ##### Diana L. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nagraj P. Jul 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply Wonderful ! Our family had a wonderful time here. Location is great. Lot of places nearby - gas station, grocery, star bucks etc. Property was clean and all the necessary things were provided for cooking, washing and cleaning. Above all the view from gallery is absolutely stunning. It can accommodate a family of 4 easily. The sofa bed was the only thing I didn’t like much else everything was good. I will surely book the property again. ##### Nagraj P. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Thomas K. May 17, 2022 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy #### SPB 301 Location is wonderful. There are many restaurants within walking distance and the beach is beautiful. ##### Thomas K. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt H. Apr 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful location! Exactly as advertised. Great location and nice unit! Would recommend to anyone and we’re already planning our next trip! ##### Matt H. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Teri L. Feb 20, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gulf Strand great location Perfect location directly on St Pete Beach with a nice balcony. Patio doors need replacing (salt water eats them up unfortunately). ##### Teri L. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tremayne A., Meridian, Idaho, USA Feb 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great beach front location. Great location, great staff. Listing was accurate. Perfect for a couple looking for a beach getaway. Rooms x01 (south) and x02 (north) are beachfront units with large private decks. We stayed in 301 in February, which was perfect for enjoying the sun in the afternoon. ##### Tremayne A. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregory G. Feb 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation Nice condo. Very clean and smelled great when we got there. Great view. Easy check in. Pool equipment is below the deck and it is rather loud and drowns out the sound of the ocean. ##### Gregory G. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven M., Orlando, Florida Feb 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our week at the beach We had a great time and everything was as advertised. The property manager was well organized and attentive to anything we needed. ##### Steven M. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tomi A. Jan 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Wonderful ##### Tomi A. Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy B., Northborough, MA Aug 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best location on St. Pete's Beach If you are looking to stay in the best spot on St. Petersburg Beach, this is it! It is right in the middle so long walks either way (3-4 miles round trip) are doable. Quiet spot except for the occasional late night volleyball games next door. The unit was very clean and the direct waterfront private balcony was massive. We didn't use the 2nd balcony that overlooked the parking lot. The unit was not perfect (key kept sticking and doors were hard to open and shut) but it was efficient and nobody bothered us the whole time. There were several restaurants within walking distance although we kept going to Bongo Beach Bar for its good service, food and live music. Overall, it was one of the best and most relaxing short vacations my husband and I have had....made the 4th and final college drop off that much easier. We previously stayed right in Tampa or on Anna Maria Island. We will definitely be back to the Gulf Strands Resort....we just wish they had more than one bedroom units. ##### Judy B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen L., Tampa, Florida, USA Jun 20, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice, comfy condo with excellent views from large balcony First, I need to compliment Betty, the on-site property manager. She was wonderful, very friendly and helpful! The condo had everything we needed to start our stay. Boy or bring your own laundry detergent & dishwasher pods. Kitchen was well-equipped. The huge balcony has spectacular views of the dunes, beach & sunset. We heard just a little noise from our own pool & jacuzzi, but did hear more noise from the motel/resort pool, volleyball courts and beach right next door. All the units that end in -01 are on that side. If I return, I'd rent a unit that ends in -02\. The jacuzzi was warm, but not steaming hot (a good thing at the beach) and the pool water was cool enough to cool you down. The two gas grills are VERY nice, and there are two decent-sized picnic areas under full cover - which is great for shade and for cooking out even if it's raining. There's a grocery store, dollar store and pharmacy about half a block away, and a Chick Fil-A almost across the street. Many other great restaurants and a few beach bars with live music are within walking distance. As other reviews noted, the building is right next to a public beach with a large parking lot, so it's a somewhat crowded part of the beach. The higher the ending number of the unit, the more your view will be of the parking lot for the public beach and the less it will be of the sand and water. Unit numbers that end in -01 or -02 have the full-on large beach balconies. The condo itself was nice and clean inside, but no one had cleaned the balcony. We saw a wooden kebab stick, a piece of candy and a bobby pin on the balcony floor when we checked in, plus a fair bit of sand. ##### Karen L. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caitlyn M. Jun 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice! Check in was super easy. The condo was exactly as pictured. We had everything we needed to cook a few meals and make pina coladas. Deck was pretty big. Pool was very clean and warm; pool deck is pretty small. Beach was absolutely beautiful - white sand and clear water- and beach set up was available and we always got a front row spot no matter what time we went out. Those guys were very friendly as well. We had an assigned covered parking spot. I’d like to come back at some point! ##### Caitlyn M. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bob L., Harrison, Tennessee Mar 4, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short Getaway Very nicely located in relation to the beach. Gorgeous views up and down the beach from the kitchen window, the living area, and the balcony. While on the balcony the noise from the hot tub and pool was a bit annoying at times, but on balance with everything else we adapted to it. Loved the dΓ©cor and furniture, although we weren't sure prior to arrival that we would like the mirrored wall. Experiencing one sunset convinced us that the mirrored wall was amazing! Also made the space seem larger. Mattress on the king bed was excellent. Even though there were only two of us on this trip, having two full bathrooms was especially convenient. Nice to have washer and dryer in the condo. Pluses and minuses to being immediately adjacent to public parking lot and public beach access - nice to have umbrellas and cabanas to rent, due largely to the public nature of the beach area, but that area of the beach tended to be quite crowded due to the public access, especially on Saturday. We did not mind the crowd at all, but some guests might. Easy enough to take a short walk down the beach and find less crowded space. Enjoyed being within walking distance of the Don Cesar, where we rented paddleboards, and where other beach amenities were also available for rent. We would definitely stay here again, and look forward to doing so. ##### Bob L. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna B. Feb 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome property!! The view and the beach were beautiful! ##### Donna B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa R. Jun 26, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful beach vacation This property was everything it advertised to be! Quiet location and amazing ocean views-) ##### Vanessa R. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Travelers Palm Guest Suite Smart TV Patio](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Petersburg-Clearwater-Hotels-1418-Leo-Lane-Clearwater-Beachdunedin-Smart-TV-Netflixpatio.h64630402.Hotel-Information) > > [NSS Pattam 84ft Traditional Motor Yacht](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Petersburg-Clearwater-Hotels-NSS-Pattam-84ft-Traditional-Motor-Yacht.h28828069.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn & Suites Clearwater/St. Petersburg-Ulmerton Road, FL](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Petersburg-Clearwater-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-ClearwaterSt-Petersburg-Ulmerton-Road.h1604648.Hotel-Information) > > [Wow!! Spectacular views, updated condo! 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