Barefoot Beach Club

Hotels
8.9 (1827 reviews)
13238 Gulf Boulevard , St Pete Beach , us

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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 1827 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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Patricia • couple • us
10
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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German Pascual • family_with_children • ar
8
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Kimberly • couple • us
10
Excellent
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

No ice machine in our tower

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Loper • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

The close proximity to restaraunts and shops

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Ketsiree • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The beach view and the location were superb. The room was in good condition and the beachfront view was so close it basically felt like part of the room.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • extended_group • us
10
We love staying here. The rooms are nice and clean and great beach access.
Pros:

We love the location and room of Barefoot Beach Club. The rooms are really nice. We like that you had 2 separate heated pools. And the beach was easy to access.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Debra • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Spacious updated suite with beautiful view of the ocean. Walking distance to St John's Pass with many restaurants/stores.

Cons:

Would be nice to have drinks available on site--maybe out of the cool rooftop space.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Glen • couple • ca
3
Not as advertised, Over-priced for what you recieve but great location
Pros:

The location was in close proximity to Johns Pass and many restaurants and the balcony looked over the beautiful Madeira Beach. Consequently the location was primo.

Cons:

The images as advertised for this property show a full kitchen. With this in mind we purchased groceries prior to our arrival. When we arrived we found that there was no kitchen. Also was very damp, and air conditioning was dated and in my mind and my lungs, unhealthy.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Jodi • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

I have stayed several times. My favorite place to stay while in Madeira Beach. Close walking distance to John's Pass. Beautiful beach!

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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MARY • family_with_children • us
8
Very nice
Pros:

Location and beach

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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MARY • couple • us
7
It was very nice
Pros:

Location and beach

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Randall • family_with_children • us
8
Great Beach Stay
Pros:

Very nice property with a great beach. It has a unique "self-service" system for housekeeping items

Cons:

Ice machine in building #2 was out of service during our stay. Shower / tub drain was really slow creating an unpleasant mess during and after use.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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susann • family_with_children • de
7
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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patti jo • solo_traveller • us
10
Great beach and close to restaurants, shopping and entertainment
Pros:

On beach

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
8
Very enjoyable stay, right on the excellent beach with stunning sunsets from the room.
Pros:

Good size room with a balcony overlooking the excellent beach directly below. Facing west it was ideally located for those great sunsets. Very comfortable and good parking (chargeable) at the hotel. No food facilities at the hotel but numerous different restaurants within easy walking distance.

Cons:

Could be noisy at times depending on other guests. The sound insulation between rooms wasn't great and with tiled flooring any movement of chairs or heavy shoes from the room above could be easily heard.
Bathroom was very clean but really rather dated and showing it's age.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Julie • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Clean rooms and great beach view.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Timothy • family_with_children • us
10
No smoking. No pets. Family friendly.
Pros:

We love it here. Very family friendly. No pets. No smoking. No stress. Perfect.

Cons:

Everything here is great.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Douglas • couple • us
10
Pros:

Barefoot Beach Club is my favorite place to stay when I visit St. Pete. The staff is always very friendly & my room is always amazing, it has the best up-close beach accessibility and views.

Cons:

There is nothing not to like about the property

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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jnails1 • Couples • Bowling Green, Kentucky
10
Better than anticipated & worth the drive!
Pros:

We found the Barefoot Beach Club via TripAdvisor's great reviews & made the long drive over from Delray Beach, so we didn't arrive until after dark. It did NOT disappoint & we WILL be back to stay longer next time!

The staff was very friendly, both on the phone when I called mid-drive for reservations, & in person when we arrived, plus in the morning when we were leaving. The beach has fine white sand & was very clean, too. The rubber wristbands with your electronic hotel key embedded in it worked great & is one less thing to keep track of when you're on the beach (or stumbling back drunk from the bars nearby, if that's your jam).

The king studio #402 overlooking the pool was way bigger than I expected & although it did not have a dedicated bedroom door to close for privacy, the half wall divider between it & the living room area blocked off enough sound/light so I could sleep while my husband watched tv into the wee hours.

From the balcony we could partially see the beach in the morning & since we arrived so late at night, paying extra for a room facing the ocean wasn't a priority for our 1 night stay. We'd probably do it tho when we stay longer next time because we definitely will return!

A few blocks away (just a short walk) is the John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, which would be so much fun to do by day, however most every restaurant & shop was closed because we arrived later at night. We did eat at the Pirates Pub-N-Grub & the shrimp tacos were good.

Next time we want to try The Friendly Fisherman restaurant because it came highly recommended by the hotel staff, but it was closed by the time we got there. There's a Waffle House a short drive away which is where we ate breakfast on our way out of town because you can't go wrong with the WH breakfasts & they're still affordable, too.

Anyone thinking about booking the Barefoot Beach Club, just DO IT!

2026-02-01 • via Tripadvisor
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Conway • couple • us
10
Perfect stay with incredible views! Right on the beach! So amazing!
Pros:

The ocean front room was amazing!
Incredible views of the beach and ocean!!
Loved everything about this property!
They even have parking included in the price. Super clean and quiet.
The rooftop area was awesome! Great 360 views while catching some sun!!

Cons:

Nothing! If you can find problems here. You are the problem!

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee