Central – Section 4.3: St. Pete-Clearwater

MOXY St. Petersburg Downtown offers rooftop views, vibrant design, and unexpected perks like a podcast studio and Bar Moxy.
Courtesy of Rich Purcell.

Farther north, in the St. Pete-Clearwater area, travelers will find the Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown. Located in one of St. Pete’s hotspots, the EDGE District, this hotel features a rooftop bar, lounge and pool—as well as a podcast studio, coffee bar, and the vibrant Bar Moxy.

Opal Sol overlooks the sugar-white sands of Clearwater Beach with elevated beachfront luxury and sweeping Gulf views. Courtesy of Opal Collection.

Set along Clearwater’s iconic Beach Walk promenade, Opal Sol from the Opal Collection brings elevated coastal luxury to one of Florida’s most beloved beach towns. Guests can indulge in four on-site dining venues, unwind at the full-service Opal Spa, soak up the sun at three sparkling pools, and step straight onto the sugar-white sands of Clearwater Beach.

Coastal comfort meets contemporary style in one of the airy guest rooms at SkyBeach Hotel & Marina, just steps from the waterfront in St. Pete Beach. Photo courtesy of SkyBeach Hotel & Marina – skybeach-resort.com.

Over on St. Pete Beach, the 113-room SkyBeach Hotel & Marina invites guests to unwind in a secluded, tropical setting surrounded by banyan trees and swaying palms. After a multi-year renovation, the boutique resort now boasts its own private 29-slip marina, curated amenities, on-site dining options, and easy access—just minutes away—to downtown St. Pete’s vibrant arts and culture scene.