Barefoot Beach Club

Hotels
8.9 (1888 reviews)
13238 Gulf Boulevard , St Pete Beach , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Fax/photocopying
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location near the beach
Friendly and accommodating service
Cons:
Issues with room cleanliness
Dated room quality and amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.06
Some guests reported issues with cleanliness, including blood on sheets and musty smells in rooms.
Service
9.53
Guests appreciated the accommodating front desk staff and their assistance during check-in and check-out.
Location
9.57
The hotel is in a great location, within walking distance to the beach and nearby shops.
Room Quality
8.02
Some rooms were reported as dated, and issues such as uncomfortable beds and water damage were noted.
Amenities
8.55
Amenities like pools and hot tubs were enjoyed, although some guests mentioned the need for upgrades.
Value for Money
9.01
Most reviews indicated that guests felt they received good value considering the location.
Food and Beverage
9.06
Food and beverage options were not mentioned specifically, assumed to be standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.43
Overall, guests expressed positive experiences and indicated they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 03:39

Property Description

Private Beach Location
Nestled on a private beach just a stone's throw away from Host Dolphin Tours, Barefoot Beach Hotel offers a serene escape with a heated outdoor pool showcasing breathtaking views of the Gulf of Mexico.

Cozy Studios with Spectacular Views
Each studio at Barefoot Beach Hotel boasts a warm ambiance with either ocean or pool views, complemented by modern amenities like free WiFi, flat-screen cable TV, and a convenient kitchenette.

Convenient Amenities and Services
Guests can take advantage of complimentary scooter rental delivery, indulge in a casual barbecue, and explore the vibrant John’s Pass entertainment area just a short stroll away.

Ready to experience a beachfront getaway like no other? Book your stay at Barefoot Beach Hotel now!

Important information:

If expecting to arrive outside check-in hours, please inform the property prior to arrival for check-in instructions.

Please note 1 parking space is allotted per each room. Additional parking is not provided.

Renovation work on the exterior of one building will be preformed through November 30, 2023. Please call for more information.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TPA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and charges are applicable.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1888 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.06
Service: 9.53
Location: 9.57
Room Quality: 8.02
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 9.01
Food and Beverage: 9.06
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Danielle family_with_children us
9
Definitely a good spot and family friendly.
Pros:

Comfy beds, great location, cribs need updating though, but overall would stay again.

Cons:

Late check in

2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Z1087BXstacyh Family
10
This resort is so clean, comfortable and beautiful
Pros:

Found my new favorite place to stay in Madeira Beach! Checked in to Barefoot Beach Club for spring break in late March. We were able to get in to our room a little early, we left our bags and head straight to the beautiful pool area-we were so happy with this resort! The two bedroom condo was so clean, comfortable and had everything we needed for a great stay! The beach was fantastic it was hard to decide if we should sit by the pool or beach each day. We also loved how close we were to John's Pass, for shopping, live music and dinning.

2026-04-16 via Tripadvisor
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Susan family_with_children us
7
Very nice place for this price
Pros:

Beach is awesome and we loved our oceanview balcony

Cons:

Didn't go in the hot tub as there were usually too many kids in it which is discouraging. Also, I wish they would have had the music on in the pool area the whole time we were there instead of just the last day or two. It adds a bit of resort-feel with music playing. And they could get a little better pool towels as they were super thin and not soft.

Looking forward to the rooftop bar opening hopefully next year as that provides amazing views and would be a nice added feature to this hotel.

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth extended_group us
9
Already booked another stay at barefoot
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Squeaky beds

2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Billie family_with_children us
8
Great time on the beach and by the pool. Wish the rooftop was open to the bar.
Pros:

On the beach, and good walking distance to shopping and food.

Cons:

Room could have been a little more clean. Under beds and dresser should be cleaned after every stay. Did get bitten every night by something in the room.

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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jennifer solo_traveller us
10
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Ernie couple us
10
Great time..loved location our room/view..my husband who never goes 2 beach..became a “beach bum”
Pros:

We loved our stay…no complaints!

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Jane extended_group us
8
Perfect location!
Pros:

Location to the beach.
2 pools.
All staff were kind, helpful and professional.
Seeing dolphins swim by every morning, and watching the sun set every evening.
I loved the jacuzzi!

Cons:

The room smelled musty.
The pull-out couch wasn't very comfortable.
The refrigerator was too small.
The only ice maker was located on the 2nd floor. That was inconvenient.
There is a sign on the jacuzzi that kids have to be 18 yrs. old, however it was not inforced.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Rebecca couple us
8
Relaxing
Pros:

Right on the beach and close to alot of restaurants

Cons:

Toilets by the pool were always clogged

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Jaclyn family_with_children us
10
2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Harlow family_with_children us
10
Overall a great place to stay.
Pros:

Location location location!

Cons:

The shower didn’t get super warm but that was about all I didn’t like.

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple us
8
The stay was a great getaway had everything we needed and staff was very attentive
Pros:

Close to beach not long walk

Cons:

Room was situated weirdly TV was in odd spot

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Jenny couple us
8
2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Terry couple us
7
Loved the location and would return if the above mentioned issues were resolved.
Pros:

Loved the location and the staff was very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Pool was overcrowded and very noisy after hours (despite rules stating that it closed at 9pm). Other resort rules were not enforced (ex- resort facility was supposed to be smoke free however we couldn’t even sit on our balcony due to neighbors smoking weed).

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Lawrence solo_traveller us
10
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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jennifer couple us
10
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Jennifer family_with_children au
8
Great location, no issues with the room. Staff were nice.
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Charbonier extended_group us
10
2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Robyn couple us
9
We had a great week. We would stay there again.
Pros:

The room was nice. The location was perfect. It was close to restaurants and stores. The beach was beautiful.

Cons:

Quiet time hours were from 10:00-6:00. Many nights there were kids playing/making lots of noise on the balconies and in the pool area.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Emily family_with_children us
9
Perfect location, clean facilities, loved the towels always being replenished!
Pros:

Quiet location, yet very close to John’s Pass, never had to use the car!

Cons:

The master bedroom bed sloped down at the head of the bed.

2026-03-29 via Nuitee