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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night near Picnic Island Beach on Hotels.com. These hotels close to Picnic Island Beach consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on September 25, 2026.

A Sleep Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance and multiple floors.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a mirror, and a green wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a green wall with floral decals.

1. Sleep Inn & Suites Tampa South

Sun Bay South, 5.4 km from Picnic Island Beach

Stephanie

CNY606

CNY688 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel reception area with a coffee station, including multiple coffee makers, a waffle maker, and a variety of condiments and utensils.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, wall-mounted artwork, and ice cream vending machines.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed with a headboard, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel with a yellow facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Northeast - Gateway

9.1 km from Picnic Island Beach

Nick

CNY574

CNY648 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'TRU by Hilton' sign, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

A modern office space with a blue sofa, a small table, and two chairs.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a high wall and string lights.

A modern indoor space with tables and chairs, large windows, and a variety of seating areas.

3. Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL

13.4 km from Picnic Island Beach

Robert

CNY578

CNY653 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A compact hotel kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A modern building with large glass windows, a red and blue geometric wall design, and a central revolving door.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher. There is a small seating area with a couch and a chair.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a covered parking area.

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tampa South

7.3 km from Picnic Island Beach

Jorge

CNY1,054

CNY1,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A staircase with black and white patterned tiles, a gold-framed mirror, and a decorative door with a gold panel.

A spacious living room with a large round rug, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs.

A hallway with a black and gold carpet, white walls, and a gold-framed mirror.

A four-poster bed with a green bench, a bedside table, a small desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

5. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

11.3 km from Picnic Island Beach

Cameron

CNY594

CNY701 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A balcony with colorful lighting, seating, and a city view.

A dark-themed living room with a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a large window with blinds.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, marble flooring, and modern art installations.

A bar area with leather seating, wooden ceiling beams, and a bar stocked with bottles.

6. The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

12.3 km from Picnic Island Beach

Angela

CNY1,135

CNY1,282 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A restaurant with wooden ceiling and walls, hanging pendant lights, and a long wooden bar.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and decorative plants.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a counter with a TV screen.

A couple sitting on a bed with a bottle of champagne and a bouquet of red roses.

7. Hollander Boutique Hotel

11.8 km from Picnic Island Beach

Jason

CNY719

CNY813 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern living room with a fireplace, a white sofa, and a bookshelf.

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, a large chandelier, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern living room with a fireplace labeled "AVALON," a white sofa, and a unique circular ceiling design.

A couple lying on a bed with a tufted headboard, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

8. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

11.8 km from Picnic Island Beach

Robert

CNY659

CNY744 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A breakfast area with a waffle station, coffee machines, and a sign promoting waffles.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, red pillows, a small table, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed artwork on the wall, and a bathroom with a towel rack.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden panel design, a sign reading "Hilton Honors", and a motivational quote on the wall.

A snack aisle with various packaged snacks and a microwave.

9. Hampton Inn Pinellas Park St. Petersburg, FL

13 km from Picnic Island Beach

Janie

CNY765

CNY865 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel with a pool area, palm trees, and a blue Adirondack chair.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a grey facade.

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and lamps. Large windows offer a view of a building with balconies.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel microwave, black refrigerator, and built-in dishwasher.

10. Hotel South Tampa & Suites

8.5 km from Picnic Island Beach

Shad

CNY604

CNY686 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

A pool area with hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, microwave, and a small kitchenette.

A bar area with four stools and a black bar counter, featuring three green spherical decorations.

11. Sleep Inn Clearwater - St Petersburg

13.9 km from Picnic Island Beach

Marcey

CNY449

CNY508 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a large potted plant, and artwork on the walls.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, including a sofa and chairs, and a large potted plant.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a high-rise building with balconies.

A hotel entrance with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

11.8 km from Picnic Island Beach

joyce

CNY1,066

CNY1,205 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a mix of glass and wood paneling.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a table, and chairs.

A banquet table set with white plates, glasses, and cutlery. A tall, ornate vase with flowers is centered on the table.

A modern hotel lobby with a polished wooden floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

13. GALAXY HOTEL

11.6 km from Picnic Island Beach

Richard

CNY604

CNY683 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel entrance with a blue-lit facade, a covered walkway, and a palm tree.

A modern breakfast area with a counter displaying cereals, a bakery section, and a seating area with a view through a large window.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a sofa.

A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a storage cabinet.

14. Holiday Inn Express St. Petersburg North (I-275) by IHG

11.1 km from Picnic Island Beach

John

CNY765

CNY865 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV.

An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of beverages and glassware displayed on shelves.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

15. Courtyard St. Petersburg Clearwater

12.9 km from Picnic Island Beach

Kathy

CNY961

CNY1,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A modern hotel lobby with a large dining area, seating arrangements, and a television screen.

A corner market with two refrigerated beverage vending machines and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St Petersburg North

11.7 km from Picnic Island Beach

John

CNY866

CNY979 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A hotel entrance with a covered parking area, a sign indicating handicap accessibility, and a vehicle parked in the lot.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden side table with a lamp, a small ottoman, a kitchenette with a microwave, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, an ottoman, a flat-screen TV, and a window with curtains.

17. Comfort Inn & Suites St. Pete - Clearwater International Airport

13.8 km from Picnic Island Beach

Dialis

CNY499

CNY564 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and a staircase.

An outdoor patio area with wooden pergola, outdoor seating, and a pool in the background.

A modern living area with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, and a patterned rug.

A hotel with a fountain in the courtyard, a flag, and a well-maintained lawn.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton St. Petersburg Clearwater

11.8 km from Picnic Island Beach

Neal

CNY688

CNY778 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern hotel lobby with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf. There is a large window with curtains, a potted plant, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with a red bench, and a bar counter.

19. The Westshore Grand, Tampa, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10.7 km from Picnic Island Beach

Lourdes

CNY964

CNY1,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hallway with three travel posters on the wall, depicting the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and the city of West Tampa.

A refrigerated treat display with various snacks and beverages.

A fire pit surrounded by white chairs with orange cushions, set in an outdoor patio area with a patterned building in the background.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Tampa Airport Avion Park Westshore

Westshore, 12.1 km from Picnic Island Beach

Lynda

CNY850

CNY965 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Picnic Island Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sleep Inn & Suites Tampa South	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Northeast - Gateway	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL	9.0 Wonderful 1,012 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tampa South	9.2 Wonderful 296 reviews	View
Prestige Collection Boutique hotel	9.6 Exceptional 208 reviews	View

Other landmarks near Picnic Island Beach

A calm river with a person paddling a canoe, surrounded by dense green foliage under a partly cloudy sky.

Weedon Island Preserve

Gandy is home to Weedon Island Preserve, so why not stop by during your stay in St. Petersburg. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. St. Petersburg has many other popular activities you might want to visit such as Raymond James Stadium and Port Tampa Bay.

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A building with 'Greyhound Racing' and 'Grey Lane' signage.

Derby Lane

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You could catch an event at Derby Lane, a stadium in Gandy. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you think Derby Lane is cool, you also might like Willis S. Johns Center, located nearby.

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Picnic Island Park

Picnic Island Park is worth a visit, located 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from central Tampa.

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beach near West Tyson Avenue

Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, beach near West Tyson Avenue is a spot you might want to check out, located 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from central Tampa. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Picnic Island Beach.

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Hester Park

If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Hester Park in Sunset Park. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Cypress Point Park and Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, both nearby.

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Willis S. Johns Center

Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Willis S. Johns Center, a stadium in Fossil Park. If you think Willis S. Johns Center is cool, you also might like Tropicana Field and Derby Lane, both located nearby.

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The Skyway Shopping Center

If you like shopping, take time out to go to The Skyway Shopping Center when in St. Petersburg. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Picnic Island Beach?

Guests enjoy staying at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Bay Area-Tampa South, which is a hotel close to Picnic Island Beach.
Another highly rated hotel is TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tampa South, which is a short drive away.
With 26,016 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations in the area, you'll have plenty to choose from.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Picnic Island Beach?

Find the best options on Hotels.com for your travel budget by entering your search criteria and sorting by price. Pricing varies based on where you plan to go and when.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY508

What cheap hotels are close to Picnic Island Beach?

For an economical hotel close to Picnic Island Beach, consider Hotel South Tampa & Suites, which offers a free continental breakfast, free parking, and free pool cabanas.
Another low-cost alternative is The Barrymore Hotel Tampa Riverwalk, which is 25 minutes away by car.

Can I find hotels close to Picnic Island Beach that are fully refundable?

Yes, many hotels offer refundable room reservations if you cancel prior to the cancellation deadline. To find refundable rates, select the "Fully refundable" filter when searching for hotels.

Both The Tampa EDITION and JW Marriott Tampa Water Street are highly rated hotels near Picnic Island Beach that offer these rates.

What are the best romantic hotels near Picnic Island Beach?

For travelers looking for a romantic stay, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tampa South offers an outdoor pool. It's a short 17-minute drive from Picnic Island Beach.
Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection is another great choice, and it's 20 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels close to Picnic Island Beach with free breakfast?

You can begin your day with a free buffet breakfast at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Bay Area-Tampa South, which is a short 15-minute drive from Picnic Island Beach.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tampa South is also a recommended place to stay with a free buffet breakfast, and it's located a short drive away.

Which hotels near Picnic Island Beach have rooms with great views?

Travelers can enjoy rooms with city views at TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tampa South, which is a short 17-minute drive from Picnic Island Beach.
Also recommended is Hotel South Tampa & Suites, which has rooms with pool views.

What are the best family hotels close to Picnic Island Beach?

The entire family will enjoy a stay at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Bay Area-Tampa South which offers free cribs, an outdoor pool, and free parking. Picnic Island Beach is a short drive away.
Also consider The Westshore Grand, Tampa, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel as another great choice for your family's trip.

What are the best luxury hotels near Picnic Island Beach?

Pamper yourself with a stay at The Tampa EDITION, which is a 24-minute drive from Picnic Island Beach. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Lilac, and offers an outdoor pool.
A second luxurious choice is JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, which is 24 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near Picnic Island Beach with free parking?

If you're traveling by car, Base Motel By OYO South Tampa offers free parking and you'll be a short 12-minute drive from Picnic Island Beach.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Bay Area-Tampa South also has free parking and is a short drive away.

What are the best hotels near Picnic Island Beach with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tampa Bay Area-Tampa South. Picnic Island Beach is a short 15-minute drive from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tampa South.

What cheap motels can I book close to Picnic Island Beach?

To save on your stay near Picnic Island Beach, take a look at Park Motel, which offers parking.
Also consider Palm Cove Motel, which is another inexpensive motel in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Picnic Island Beach?

Besides relaxing by the water at Picnic Island Beach, you might want to see major sights like Port Tampa Bay, Raymond James Stadium, and Benchmark International Arena.
Other places in the area are Vinoy Park, Florida Aquarium, and Tropicana Field.

What are the best lodges close to Picnic Island Beach?

Experience nature when you stay at Tampa Pool Property with 4 Apartments, which is a 27-minute drive from Picnic Island Beach.
Beachfront Oasis with Amazing Views Clearwater Beach is another choice located in the larger area.

What are the best cabins close to Picnic Island Beach?

THE LAKE HOUSE: Enjoy peace and quiet and a playground when you stay at this cabin, which is a 37-minute drive from Picnic Island Beach.
PineCone Cabin Getaway near Natl Park: Here's another cozy cabin to consider, which is 44 minutes away by car.

What are the best campsites near Picnic Island Beach?

Tampa East RV Resort- Campground: Experience a rural setting when you stay a 42-minute drive from Picnic Island Beach. This campsite offers guests 3 outdoor pools, a hot tub, and a gym.
Cozy Glamping Retreat • Sleeps 4 • Family Fun or Romantic Getaway : Here is another choice in the larger area.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Picnic Island Beach?

Bring your furry friend to Base Motel By OYO South Tampa, which is a short 12-minute drive from Picnic Island Beach.
Sleep Inn & Suites Tampa South is another pet-friendly option.

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