Dolphin Beach Resort

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About this property

At Dolphin Beach Resort, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided.Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences require...

Swimming pool
Poolside Bar
Pool (Indoor)
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)

Location

4900 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States of America

Room options

Deluxe Double Room (Beach View)

Air Conditioning

Superior 2 Double Room (Pool View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Standard Double Room (Pool View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard 2 Double Or Single Room with Balcony

Standard 2 Double Room (Pool View)

2 Full Beds

382 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Deluxe 2 Double Room

Standard Twin Room (Pool View)

Standard 2 Queen Room (Beach View)

398 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Superior Double Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Triple Room (Pool View)

Standard Double Or Single Room

Air Conditioning

Standard Double Room (With View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Deluxe Double Or Single Room

Standard Quadruple Room (Pool View) with Balcony

Superior Room (With View)

Air Conditioning

Boulevard View 2 Double Beds

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Superior Room (Gulf Or Pool View)

215 ft²

Air Conditioning

Standard King Room

1 King Bed

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Beachfront Deluxe Double Room

2691 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Superior Double Room (Pool View)

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Quadruple Room (With View)

Beachfront Deluxe Triple Room

Standard Double Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Beachfront Quadruple Room

Boulevard View 1 King Bed

1 King Bed

Air Conditioning

Refrigerator

Microwave

Superior Double Or Twin Room (Gulf Or Pool View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard 2 Double Or Single Room (Pool View) with Balcony

Standard 2 Queen Room with Balcony

Superior Family Room

1 Twin Bed

Air Conditioning

Standard Triple Room

1 Twin Bed

Air Conditioning

Superior Room (Pool View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Air Conditioning

Beachfront Room

1 King Bed

Air Conditioning

Deluxe Queen Room (With View)

Standard 2 Double Room (Pool View) with Balcony

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Deluxe Beach Front with Balcony 2 Queens

2 Queen Beds

400 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Quadruple Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Deluxe Beach Front with Balcony 1 King Bed

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Superior Double Or Twin Room (With View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard 2 Double Or Twin Room (Pool View)

Standard 2 Queen Room

Standard Room (Shared Facilities)

Standard 1 King and 1 Double Room

Deluxe Room (With View)

Standard 2 Double Room (With View)

Deluxe Quadruple Room (With View)

Standard Single Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Superior 2 Double Or Twin Room

Standard Double Room with Balcony

Standard Single Room (With View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Double Or Twin Room (Pool View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Quadruple Room (City View)

Golf Superior Room

Supr. Pool Partial Beach with Balcony 2 Double

398 ft²

Air Conditioning

Superior Room (Gulf View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Deluxe Queen Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Deluxe Room (Sea View)

Standard 2 Double Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Superior Double Or Twin Room (Pool View)

Beachfront Deluxe Queen Room

2 Queen Beds

Air Conditioning

Deluxe Single Room (Sea View)

Superior Room (Gulf View) with Pool

Air Conditioning

Standard Double Room (Sea View)

Superior 2 Double Room

Air Conditioning

Superior Room (Golf View)

Supr. Pool Beach Viewith with Patio 2 Double

2 Full Beds

Air Conditioning

Standard Room with Balcony

Standard 2 Double Or Single Room

Superior Quadruple Room

Air Conditioning

Standard Room (Gulf View)

Standard 2 Queen Room (With View)

Deluxe 2 Queen Room

Superior Room (Golf Or Pool View)

398 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard 2 Queen Or Single Room (Beach View) with Patio

Standard Single Room (Street View)

Standard Single Room (City View)

Standard 2 Double Or Twin Room (Street View)

Superior Triple Room

Air Conditioning

Standard 2 Queen Room (Beach View) with Patio

Standard Room (Pool View)

1 Twin Bed

Air Conditioning

Standard 2 Queen Or Single Room (Beach View)

Golf Superior Room (Pool View)

Standard Room (Street View)

Refrigerator

Microwave

Safe

Standard 2 Queen Room (Sea View) with Balcony

Standard Family Room

1 Twin Bed

Air Conditioning

Standard Twin Room

Superior Double Or Twin Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Room (Sea View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Quadruple Room (Street View)

Standard 2 Double Or Twin Room

Superior Double Or Single Room (Pool View)

Standard Double Room (City View)

Air Conditioning

Standard Single Room with Balcony

Superior Triple Room (With View)

Standard 2 Queen Room (Beach View) with Balcony

2 Queen Beds

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Standard 2 Queen Or Single Room (Beach View) with Balcony

Standard Room (Pool View) with Balcony

Standard 2 Double Room (Sea View)

Deluxe Double Room (Sea View)

1 King Bed

Air Conditioning

Standard Double Room (Street View)

Air Conditioning

Standard 2 Double Or Single Room (Pool View)

Superior Single Room (With View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Double Or Single Room (With View)

Standard Room (City View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Superior Single Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Double Or Twin Room (Street View)

Standard Room (With View)

1 Twin Bed

Air Conditioning

Beachfront Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Room

1 Twin Bed

Air Conditioning

Superior Double Room (Golf Or Pool View)

Superior Single Room (Pool View)

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Superior Pool Partial Beach View 2 Double

Air Conditioning

Beachfront Deluxe Single Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Double Or Twin Room (With View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Deluxe Double Room (With View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Beachfront Quadruple Room with Balcony

Standard Quadruple Room (Sea View)

Golf Superior Double Or Single Room

Deluxe Triple Room

1 Twin Bed

Air Conditioning

Beachfront Deluxe Room

2 Queen Beds

215 ft²

Air Conditioning

Standard Quadruple Room with Balcony

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beach View

2 Queen Beds

Air Conditioning

Standard Queen Room

Beachfront Double Room

Superior Quadruple Room (Golf Or Pool View)

Standard 2 Double Room (Street View)

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Triple Room (Pool View) with Balcony

Superior Quadruple Room (Pool View)

Deluxe Single Room

Air Conditioning

Standard Double Or Twin Room (Gulf Or Pool View)

Standard Queen Room with Balcony

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Quadruple Room (Pool View)

Standard Double Or Twin Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Deluxe Double Room

398 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Beachfront Deluxe Double Or Twin Room

377 ft²

Balcony or Terrace

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Superior Double Or Single Room

Air Conditioning

Standard Single Room (Pool View)

Superior Room

1 King Bed

Air Conditioning

Superior Single Room (Gulf Or Pool View)

398 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Deluxe Double Or Twin Room

377 ft²

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Quadruple Room (Beach View) with Patio

Standard Dormitory (Shared Facilities)

Superior Triple Room (Pool View)

Standard Double Or Single Room (Pool View)

Standard Triple Room (Beach View) with Balcony

Beachfront Deluxe Double Or Single Room

Superior Double Or Single Room (Gulf View)

Matrimonial Deluxe Room

Superior Double Room (With View)

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Standard Quadruple Room (Beach View) with Balcony

Beachfront Deluxe Queen Or 2 Double Room

Standard Double Room (Beach View) with Balcony

Standard Double Or Single Room (City View)

Standard Double Or Single Room (Sea View)

Superior Double Or Twin Room (Gulf View) with Pool

Standard Single Room (Sea View)

Standard Triple Room (Beach View) with Patio

Standard Room (Beach View) with Balcony

Standard Double Family Room

Superior Single Room (Gulf View) with Pool

Guest reviews of Dolphin Beach Resort

7.8

Good

Based on 1,594 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

Couple

30%

Family

48%

Group

13%

Solo

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

At Dolphin Beach Resort, guests consistently praise the prime beachfront location and easy access to shops and restaurants, enjoying the pool, cabanas, and tiki bar, while also noting that the property and rooms feel dated with renovations underway.

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What guests think

Cleanliness is mixed: some find spaces clean, but many report musty odors, dust or mold, pests, and common areas that need better upkeep. Rooms are generally large with comfortable beds and attractive views in select units, yet AC and fixtures can be noisy or unreliable, outlets or locks may fail, and ground-floor views can be limited. Staff are often friendly, though service can be inconsistent with delayed check-ins, understaffed outlets, and added resort, parking, or early check-in fees; on-site dining and drinks range from enjoyable to average and pricey. Expect a lively, convenient beach stay with great access and amenities but uneven upkeep and service.

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Facilities

Beachfront amenities such as the warm pool, free cabanas, and a lively tiki/pool bar with live music are a frequent highlight. Downsides include dated areas, occasional maintenance or closures, no hot tub, crowding at times, and added resort, parking, or early check-in fees.

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robert

Jul 2, 2024

Stayed 4 nights

The view, the pool atmosphere, the tiki bar and music and people, and beach were all perfect getaway. It was simple and made relaxing easy. No bathroom by pool was tough but we made do.

George

Aug 4, 2024

Stayed 2 nights

For the money, the Dolphin is worth it. You’re on the beachside of Gulf Dr. and you can walk to many places. There’s plenty of cabanas in front of the hotel on a nice stretch of beach.

Kylie

May 30, 2024

Stayed 1 night

the pool is super nice. wish there was a hot tub though

JANE

Jun 3, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

Very convenient to Publix grocery store, CVS, gas, bank, Starbucks etc. across the street. However, the fees were ridiculous. $25 to check in before 4 pm when the room is sitting there ready. $25 for a beach chair and umbrella that is a little closer to the gulf, (there are free chairs that are not near the water) and the resort fee $50 per day which does not even include taxes! What is that for? a towel? In addition, I have to pay $25 for a beach chair?? The housekeeping does not make beds. They just leave clean towels each day. Plus, I swear that these prices went up from when I booked. However, I liked that this place is retro and reminds me of FLA trips with my family in the 1970s, I like the live music and the vibe. I like the fridge and microwave in the room. What some guests do is eat a light breakfast in their room, and buy a cheap sand chair and cooler at CVS so they can sit where they want to on the beach and not have to pay for it, and not have to pay for overpriced water all day long.

Lauren

Jul 7, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

I loved this property and will be coming here next year. Freebee is available for free transportation around st. Pete beach. The resort is gorgeous, and has two bars. And they set up a bar on the beach during the day. The amount of amenities that are provided in the resort fee is so nice, and the beach being right there is the whole reason I chose this place.

Mackenzie

Jun 8, 2024

Stayed 5 nights

Pool and beach access are great. Rooms are in need of updating. Tiki bar was not open during the week.

Virginia

May 13, 2024

Stayed 1 night

The 1st *sign* is that the name is a sagging banner, not a permanent sign as it appears in the photos. We arrived around 1 pm, ahead of the 4 pm check in. The prior day, I sent 2 messages requesting early check in, but got no response. I began calling at 9 am the day of our arrival, but all I got was a fast busy signal. On arrival, they said their systems were down and they wouldn't be able to tell us about early check in until the systems were up, but we could stay and use the pool, etc. until then. The immediate problem was that there was no parking. We told them our son was traveling from a different city to meet us and we would need two parking passes. They informed us it was one car per room and additional parking was $30. On hotels.com, it states the $56 resort fee includes parking, without any restrictions about the number of vehicles. I now see this is stated on their own website, but that is irrelevant since I booked via hotels.com. There was no parking available for 1 car, much less 2. They said parking is not reserved for guests and they sell beach parking spaces to non-guests. They told us to come back later and *maybe* there would be spaces available. *maybe* Had I known parking was not guaranteed, I would not have booked. There were no other parking options - all nearby business advised vehicles would be towed. We were going to a ball game and would not return until late. We couldn't risk not having parking, so we opted to stay elsewhere.

Alicia

Sep 1, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Great location. Clean room and comfortable bed. The pool area was very nice and beach bar was a plus. Friendly staff.

Kelsie

Jul 21, 2024

Stayed 6 nights

We stay here every year for the pool and location bc it is convenient to everything. However this year in addition to the resort fee when checking in they also placed and additional hold of $300 on my card. I questioned this because I have never had to pay it in the past. Just something to be mindful of bc no where on the website does it mention this. Also, I hate the wrist bands they make you wear, nobody wants that tan line. We Uber to the resort and use Freebee during our stay which is great but this year we had a rental for 1 day and the resort charged me $30 parking fee. I disputed when checking out and was told it would be removed but it’s still showing on my card. I’m considering staying somewhere else in the future, I visit a few times a year. Overall a good place to stay but not really fond of the recent changes that come along with new ownership. They charge a resort fee but in my eyes it’s not a resort. In the past there were snack/soda machines in the hall and now they charge $6-8 for a soda at the front desk. It’s not that big of a deal bc Publix is right across the street but if not prepared that late night drink/snack could really cost ya!

Charles

Aug 20, 2024

Stayed 4 nights

Old school charming but new school quality. Great pool bar and bartenders with great drinks and food. Daily food and drink credit is a nice touch. Front end staff amazing and just genuinely nice people. Say hello to all the bartenders when you get there. Beach cabanas are prt of the package which i used daily.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: while some rooms are clean, many reviews mention musty odors, dust or mold, pests, and common areas (hallways, elevators, pool deck) needing better upkeep. Housekeeping during multi-night stays is frequently missed or minimal.

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Maria J

Jul 30, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Location is great amenities to beach access very good staff very nice (need to smile a little more ) room not good needs renovations and cleaning better Some fall behind dresser and we founded very old nasty trash there it was disgusting not just that but we saw a big black spider coming out that was scary specially with kids in the room the smell in the room as well

Melodie

Jun 9, 2024

Stayed 1 night

The room was outdated and needed some deep cleaning. There was mold on the bathroom ceiling. The front desk was not friendly or helpful when I complained about the mold.

Dominique

May 27, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

This hotel was recommended to me from a friend due to its convenience to most things and I agree- there were plenty of stores in the area to visit. The pool and beach access are the best things about the property. The hotel is outdated which is understandable, HOWEVER, the room was terrible. Awful smell in the air. Vents were covered in dust. I almost left a whole day ahead of schedule due to the dirtiness of the room. The food was not good from the seaside grill. I was offered a $15/day food credit for each day that I stayed there and didn't even use it. The food and drinks were terrible. I also want to point out the AWFUL smell inside of the one small elevator in the building. I understand that guests go in and out of it all day wet from the pool or beach but something should be done. I watched the rug in the elevator all 4 days while there and it didn't look like it was cleaned, refreshed or vacuumed once. Never again. I will take my business somewhere else in the future.

Heather

Jul 7, 2024

Stayed 5 nights

Not well kept up. Pool deck not picked up from the pool goers the day before. Hallways were not well kept. Towels strung about, trash sitting out.

María

May 17, 2024

Stayed 4 nights

The place smells terrible. You can’t open the windows. It’s an old building.

Leslie

May 18, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Such friendly staff! We loved the beach. Room was dated and not very clean

Edward A

Jun 25, 2024

Stayed 7 nights

Dirty rooms, sneaky slow drain in bathroom, cockroaches in our room two nights out of six… great staff, great beach, fun activities, close to everything and affordable

Christine

Sep 1, 2024

Stayed 7 nights

Loved the staff. Our room was clean except the tins of dust on ceiling where air conditioning was. Had a funky smell in the room

Gail

Jul 6, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Air conditioning was broke when we checked in and had been broke. This resulted in floor and beds feeling wet from the humidity. Room smelled horrible from being closed up with no air. They should have let incoming guests know of the situation before arriving. The entire property is very outdated! We pulled back the covers and the fitted sheet had hair all over it. Our only compensation was a $50 resort fee. This is not a resort!!

Arturo

Sep 7, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

Room it was look clean , but the room has bugs on the bed , cucarachas on the room, service do not clean the room

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious with comfortable beds and some excellent beachfront patios or balconies, but decor shows its age. Expect loud or finicky AC, worn fixtures or outlets, occasional lock or TV issues, and views that may be limited in some ground-floor units.

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Iva

Jun 20, 2024

Stayed 5 nights

We had good time, the location is great, it is close to Pharmacy, grocery store, nice Restaurants. They have live music on the pool side bar, courtesy drink and It's 30 minutes away from Tampa airport We loved comfortable pillow top bed, the cabanas on the beach and great sunset view. They inform that they will upgrade this Summer/24, I'd recommend them to add USB port ( forgot mine) and better WI-FI.

Sheila

May 9, 2023

Stayed 2 nights

We spent extra for the ocean front, king room. The room was clean, but definitely needs updating. I think the room cost (compared to other beachfront hotels) was a bit high for that reason. Rust stains, faucet that was very difficult to turn off to keep from dripping, old decor. Not sure the extra cost was worth it. The pool area was dirty and the pool had sand at the bottom (even first thing in the morning) - maybe because there was landscaping work going on while we were there? It was nice to have the tiki-bar near the pool and the beach was very close to the hotel (no beach grass between the hotel and beach).

Tyler

Apr 27, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

The view from our room was amazing and it’s clearly what I paid for. The rooms really could use a good facelift. I also felt like the hallways were very dark which made it difficult to see while walking to our room. The pool area was very nice as well as the cabanas on the beach that are reserved for guests.

Ardian

Jul 29, 2024

Stayed 4 nights

The worst hotel I ever stayed. One night couldn’t even sleep because of the noises.

Sheila

Jun 26, 2024

Stayed 7 nights

Pros: Location, location, location. Friendly front desk staff. Cons: double beds (not queen), little to no cleaning services - we stayed for seven days and the room was only cleaned once… on the sixth day. Constantly had to request more toilet paper and towels. Towels for beach/pool never seemed to be available after 7 pm. Most all the wall outlets in the room were unable to hold a plug in… constantly falling. That’s a big problem for folks who sleep with a CPAP machine, not to mention making sure electronics stay charged. Washers and dryers are available for $3 per use. Unfortunately, machines ONLY take quarters and there are no coin machines. On our first use, we were able to get some quarters from the front desk. However, the next time we approached the front desk for this, the clerk said he didn’t have any and suggested we go across the street to Publix.

Dawn

May 31, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

A tad bit out dated. But perfectly reasonable room for the price. With a balcony and an ocean view! Would go back.

Laura

Jun 21, 2024

Stayed 2 nights

Great location on the beach and loved the cabanas that are available. It was nice to walk out of the patio to the pool and easily to the beach. Beds are comfortable with good linens and pillows. The room could have used a little updating. Nice place overall. I would go back.

Mary

Jun 8, 2024

Stayed 5 nights

It needs a major renovation and the ground floor rooms facing south look directly into the parking lot. I had to keep the drapes closed all the time. When I checked in I believe other rooms were available, and I would have requested a different one. There is also no hot tub. I heard several years ago when I was there that it had a new owner and there were major plans. I didn’t say anything different. For the price (even with resort fees) it wasn’t bad. Just no more ground floor rooms looking directly at parked cars.

Cathleen Spence

May 22, 2024

Stayed 4 nights

From the photos of the room online it appeared that my beachfront room would have a great view of the Gulf of Mexico - however, they neglect to tell you that those rooms are at the bottom of a dune behind the cabana chairs so all I could see was blue and white striped chairs. Should haved chosen a room on a higher floor. But the room was large and clean and very comfortable! Had to stay after housekeeping to replace things like coffee and cups but overall a wonderful trip!!

Melodie

Jun 9, 2024

Stayed 1 night

The patio room was better than the 2nd floor room I stayed in days before. It was cleaner. The pillows are too small and the bed is way too low. And the kitchenette area says there are dishes and utensils but there is nothing there at all. The air conditioner is super noisy. I couldn't sleep well. The noise of it kicking on kept waking me up.

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Service

Staff are often friendly and accommodating, yet service reliability varies with repeated reports of delayed check-ins, miscommunication, and understaffed bars or restaurant. Responses to issues and disturbances can be uneven.

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Angela

Jun 7, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Asked for an early check in. Check in was GUARANTEED at 4pm…. We STILL did not get checked in until after 6pm… ruined the evening. On top of it.. really crappy hotel. This is a 2 star… Not a 3… sorry. Bad management, bad customer service, low-star amenities… the only thing this place has going is the location… that’s it. They need to make this a better resort.

Linda

Aug 25, 2024

Stayed 2 nights

The staff at this resort are absolutely top notch. From the time you check in, the wait staff, and bartenders treat you like a valued guest. This is our second time coming and will continue to come at least once year.

Christopher

Mar 17, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Zero customer service. Prepaid room. Check in time is 4pm, still no room available at 6pm. No apology, no explanation other than "we're busy". I left on a prepaid room. I wouldn't go back if they paid me.

Michael

Aug 21, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Clerk was talking on phone upon check in. Did not acknowledge me and made me wait 15 minutes before starting check in process. Bad first impression...

Mickey

Mar 23, 2023

Stayed 8 nights

After no housekeeping on the third day I called front desk and was told they were too busy and would do room next day . Room not done on Fourth day . Was told housekeeping gone for the day and would do room on next day. Fifth day no housekeeping again. Front desk said they would get it done next day . Sixth day not done yet . Saw housekeeping in hallway and was told not in t schedule. I told them the problem and she came back 30 minutes later to do room over . They were never told by front desk to clean and do bedding. Also beds were very old and uncomfortable. Heating and air conditioning woke us up because it was so loud …when it worked ! Tried breakfast in hotel restaurant. Sat us at dirty table and put drinks down and cleaned only after I pointed out the messy table . Pool area was good but if you wanted something to drink you could fall asleep waiting for a chance to order. Decided to leave a day early . Informed the the front desk on Sunday that we were leaving on Tuesday. No problem they said we will reimburse you for the last day . On Tuesday we checked out and I paid all room charges. On Wednesday I got a phone call at my home in Connecticut saying that my charge card was declined and I owed them for Wednesday. After I explained to them that I paid the the bill and went home th said they would look into it ! Spoke to management and hopefully got it cleared up with no credit for last day .

Steven

Jun 8, 2024

Stayed 6 nights

First day our reservation was not what we expected. After talking with Sundays day manager, Lauren, our accomodations were taken care of and we had an amazing stay. The only thing I would have loved to change was to stay longer. Service all around was excellent and friendly. Nobody seemed like it was just a job. Everyone was courteous and seemed to go out of their way to help or answer any questions. We are very hopeful to return again next year. Each year seems to be better and better.

sherry

Jul 14, 2024

Stayed 1 night

My family arrived at the dolphin hotel and we were to check in at 4pm. We were told that the room was not ready, they would call or text me, I Went into the hotel at 430pm and 5pm and 530pm. I was finally checked in at 545pm. We went to dinner and I realized when we got back to hotel, every vehicle in the parking lot that they had parking passes in their windows. I was not given on when we checked in, so I went to the front desk and had to ask for the parking permit. Later around 8pm we were sitting on our patio that opened right to the beach, there was a group of high school boys that came on the hotel side of the beaçh from the public beach next door, they started a big fight. There was about 10 kids involved. It all happened about 10 feet from our area. Most of the people that stayed around us called the front desk and they did nothing finally someone called the police and the came to break it up. I will not stay at this hotel again.

Kim

Apr 30, 2023

Stayed 5 nights

Unfortunately we had a very bad experience checking in with Penny. She indicated our reservation from last November had been cancelled and offered no assistance-thanks to the quick work of Expedia it was resolved. We did share our concerns with management but Penny is still there. She was condescending, defensive and rude. Otherwise the other staff were absolutely wonderful. The property was under construction around the pool making for a very noisy environment. Hoping next visit will be better.

Linda

May 13, 2024

Stayed 4 nights

Excellent customer service, couldn't have been better.

Hannah

Nov 1, 2023

Stayed 4 nights

The staff was very rude to us at check in, the manager with Long blonde straight hair was not welcoming at all. When we had simple questions for her she rolled her eyes and scoffed at us. Felt uncomfortable. Otherwise the stay was average. Wasn’t amazing wasn’t horrible. It was just fine. Staff can be more welcoming it felt like she was judgmental

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Location

Outstanding beachfront location with easy walkability to Publix, Starbucks, CVS, restaurants, and local transit or shuttles. Ideal for beach time and sunsets.

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Iva

Jun 20, 2024

Stayed 5 nights

George

Aug 4, 2024

Stayed 2 nights

For the money, the Dolphin is worth it. You’re on the beachside of Gulf Dr. and you can walk to many places. There’s plenty of cabanas in front of the hotel on a nice stretch of beach.

Blair R

Apr 2, 2024

Stayed 14 nights

This place is a little retro, but its location with a comfortable pool and cabanas on the beach is ideal. A new Starbucks and grocery store across the street, along with multiple nearby dining options add to its appeal. Staff is friendly and accommodating. We have been here several times and will strongly consider returning. Cleanliness of the property is an issue, though, as common areas such as stairways and corridors are not well maintained. Also, poolside crowd is normally well-behaved, but it can get rowdy at times, with no visible management intervention to discourage unruly behavior.

Paul

Sep 2, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

Nice place, right on the beach.

Darlene

Jun 12, 2024

Stayed 5 nights

Great location..convenient to Publix and restaurants

Ryan

Jul 9, 2024

Stayed 2 nights

very nice location close to publix and several restaurants

Halyna

Jun 3, 2024

Stayed 4 nights

A great place to unwind and spend a low-key relaxing time on St. Pete’s Beach. The resort is located on a prime location right on the waterfront with easy access to a variety of restaurants and shopping for essentials across the street.

Andrew

Jan 1, 2024

Stayed 4 nights

Location, location, location! Everything that we wanted to get to was walkable. Additionally, there is a "free" shuttle service on Gulf Blvd that takes you up and down the main road and only asks for tips as compensation. The pool is warm and inviting. The Beach bar is friendly with great service. Teresa was fantastic! I wouldn't be surprised if this becomes an annual trip to escape the winter cold.

Maria E.

Aug 19, 2024

Stayed 2 nights

It was quite and easy access to the beach. Loved the pool

Alicia

Sep 1, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Great location. Clean room and comfortable bed. The pool area was very nice and beach bar was a plus. Friendly staff.

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Dining

On-site beach bar and restaurant are convenient, with live music and some well-liked meals, plus daily credits for guests. Quality, value, and speed are inconsistent, and outlets sometimes close early or are short-staffed.

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Jason

Jan 31, 2024

Stayed 1 night

Great friendly staff. Bar on beach with fire pits.

Jeffrey

Jul 25, 2024

Stayed 1 night

The staff was exceptionally helpful. The nbeach was nice. The restaurant was odd. It closes at 9 on week days and no one is happy to see you at 8:45 either, but this is a beach resort where we didn’t really want to come in to eat till after sunset. One day breakfast toast came with just one slice, the next two…same price, and then they are closed between 11 and 12, which is fine but then…what if that is your only lunch time? The rooms were good but odd in that there was no towell rack…again its a beach. We had a million towels to hang after a few hours

Dominique

May 27, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

robert

Apr 9, 2023

Stayed 4 nights

This was my first time in St. Pete's beach. We loved it and can't wait to go back. Dolphin Beach exceeded my expectations for sure. The beach in front of the hotel is amazing, and it is in close proximity to many great venues (beach bars, etc.) you can explore walking north on the beach. The sunsets are great! Having Publix, CVS and Starbucks right across the street proved very convenient. Restaurant a bit understaffed so be patient if you go there. Free cabana with the resort fee (get a wristband!)

Carolyn

Mar 14, 2024

Stayed 1 night

I thought the facility was very nice. We had a great time the only disappointment was trying to get into the restaurant. There was a long wait & there were many many tables available so we just went elsewhere instead of waiting. Maybe need more staff in the dining room.

Daniel Clayton

Apr 22, 2023

Stayed 1 night

Warning - on top of your Orbitz charge there will a RESORT FEE. Otherwise things were very nice - beautiful beach, nice pool. The service at the bar and restaurant is very slow and the quality is not a great value..

Rina

Jul 8, 2024

Stayed 3 nights

Very clean rooms, staff was friendly and accommodating. The bartenders were awesome and the food was good, not typical hotel food. I would recommend this to a friend.

Joel

May 7, 2024

Stayed 7 nights

The food was good at the resort and the drinks were stiff albeit a bit expensive. For the price of the stay it was a little lackluster but it's too be expected for beachfront

Sharon

May 28, 2024

Stayed 4 nights

The property is nice. I appreciated that the staff did mention that they are starting to remodel rooms in July 2024. The food at Flippers Grill was really good.

Patrick

Feb 15, 2024

Stayed 2 nights

Amazing, outside bar staff was amazing as well, both shifts. Was a volleyball tournament outside my room i was unaware of... Breakfast restaurant was tasty,front desk pleasant.

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Mark

Mar 12, 2023

Stayed 7 nights

My husband and I have returned to Dolphin for many years due to the location on the gulf for the price. It was always no frills, but we were fine with that since it was clean, the beach was perfect-never crowded, never an issue with spring breakers and the walkability to everything the area has to offer. Unfortunately unless things change considerably I think it may be our last visit for the following reasons: 1. Despite booking well in advance, only 2 double beds were available. I did know this when I booked, but was hoping to upgrade. When I spoke to desk staff, they stated that the majority of the rooms held double beds. The rooms are actually quite large and could certainly accommodate 2 queens or a King. My husband is 6’3”! 2. The drink prices for what u get. The staff was friendly enough, but the drink prices were too high for a hotel of Dolphin’s caliber. I’d be ok with a $15 drink, but not for a weak one. I even paid extra for a double and a tip, making it over $20 for 1 drink, and it was STILL weak. Major bummer. 3. Housekeeping. I understand that hotels do not change sheets daily anymore, but in 7 days, we had only 1 sheet change. The second change was supposed to occur on the 7th day, but by 5pm no one had come, and my husband had to hunt them down. Overall we still enjoyed ourselves but sadly, unless things change, we will need to find a new place to stay.

Doug

Mar 4, 2023

Stayed 4 nights

Great location. You can walk to restaurants and bars. CVS is right across the street, if you forget anything.

Charleen

Mar 3, 2023

Stayed 6 nights

This is a nice old Florida resort. It has everything you need for a Florida resort vacation. It sits on the beach and has a beach bar/grill. It has shuffle board, bean bag and ladder ball games. The outdoor swimming pool is 81 degrees and so enjoyable to lounge in. Musical entertainment is brought in three days a week. There is a restaurant and lounge on site. The trolly and bus stop is next door to the property and a Publix Supermarket is across the street. Excellent resort experience.

David

Mar 2, 2023

Stayed 7 nights

over priced for service provided house keeping every 4 days had to ask soaps toilet paper etc short staffed

Amanda

Feb 28, 2023

Stayed 4 nights

We arrived late and the AC didn't work. They sent maintenance up to fix it in the am. Put a whole new system in! It worked wonderful!!! The only thing I can recommend is with the towels. People leave towels everywhere around the pool. There should be a bin in the pool area to throw the towels in. Or when getting towels from the front next, get room number and if towels aren't returned then they pay for them. Every other hotel does that. It just makes the pool area look dirty. Also, you get $15 credit a day if you eat at the restaurant. Last nigh I was there I asked to use 1 credit. After receiving my receipt I realized they never took the credit off. I would have gone somewhere else to eat because the food isn't the greatest and prices are high but I wanted to use the credit. The overall area is great! Close to a lot of things!

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Check-in from 16:00

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FAQs about Dolphin Beach Resort

Is parking available at the property?

Yes, parking is available on-site. It is a private parking facility.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A satisfying breakfast is offered, though specific details about the type and serving hours are not provided.

Are pets allowed at the property?

The property does not allow pets, but service animals are exempt from this policy.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

The standard check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available for an additional fee, and guests can request this upon arrival.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property has an elevator/lift for easier access, but it is noted that it is not wheelchair-accessible. Additional features for guests with disabilities are not specified.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located right on the sandy beaches of St. Pete Beach, approximately 4 km from a golf course, 16.5 km from St. Petersburg city, and 45.5 km from Tampa International Airport. It is also within walking distance of dining and shopping options.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features both an indoor and outdoor freshwater pool. Guests can enjoy sun loungers and parasols around the pool area.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and they can stay for free up to a certain age, though specific age details are not provided.

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