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SouthSeas Tapas, a tropical-themed restaurant and bar with French and Asian influences, will open at St. Petersburg’s SkyBeach Resort, honoring the site’s history as the former Outrigger Inn.

Haddy recently produced the first 3D-printed coffee bar for Paradeco Coffee Roasters at St. Pete’s SkyBeach Resort, showcasing its ability to create custom pieces for diverse clients.

Located in the southern tip of St. Petersburg, Florida, SkyBeach Resort invites guests to experience the perfect blend of history and modern luxury with its two resort-style pools. Both pools are original to the property (dating back to the 1950s) and capture the charm.

Southern St. Petersburg’s SkyBeach Resort has created both beverage specials and accommodation packages tied to Pride Month. The timing aligns with St. Pete Pride (June 25-29), Florida’s largest Pride celebration.

SkyBeach Resort is a premier boutique hotel on the southern tip of St. Petersburg, Florida. This newly reimagined beachfront retreat blends Old Florida charm with modern luxury, featuring thoughtfully curated amenities to suit every guest.

As always, we'll have plenty of helpful content for you in the meantime, including this very handy guide on where to find pool passes around Tampa Bay (I'm already eyeing the SkyBeach Resort). I spent last weekend doing something I almost never do, but highly recommend: a beach bar crawl.

Expanding from its dazzling roastery cafe in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida’s Paradeco Coffee Roasters recently opened a second ode to Art Deco and specialty coffee at the SkyBeach Resort.

For Chef Tom Legg, now helming the kitchens at SkyBeach Resort in St. Petersburg, Florida, cooking isn’t just a career; it’s in his bones. Inked on his right arm is a skeleton wearing a chef’s hat and clutching a knife, a striking image he got while still in culinary school.

SkyBeach Resort is a premier boutique hotel on the southern tip of St. Petersburg, Florida. This newly reimagined beachfront retreat blends Old Florida charm with modern luxury, featuring thoughtfully curated amenities to suit every guest.

SkyBeach Resort, a newly reimagined beachfront hotel on the southern tip of St. Petersburg, Florida, offers stunning water views of the Gulf and the iconic Sunshine Skyway Bridge. Formerly the Polynesian-themed Outrigger Inn, the property blends Old Florida charm with modern amenities.

Good things come in small packages, especially in the hotel world, where moderately-sized boutique hotels offer personal service, lovely surroundings and sometimes a bit of history to tell.

Sink your teeth into the ultimate indulgence this National Burger Day with SkyBar + Grille‘s Double Smashburger for $16. This crave-worthy creation features two perfectly seared smash patties, layered on a soft King’s Hawaiian bun with burger sauce, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, sliced onion, tangy pickles and smoky thick-cut bacon.

Perched atop SkyBeach Resort in St. Petersburg, the SkyBar & Grille serves up panoramic views of Tampa Bay and the iconic Skyway Bridge. The vibe is relaxed, coastal, and cocktail-ready. Their Skyway Spritzer — a blend of Tito’s Vodka, Aperol, Tipplers Orange Liqueur, Bottlerocket spritz, and club soda — delivers a refreshing taste of the tropics in a glass.

Skybeach Resort, a two-story hotel with Old Florida charm on the waterfront just off the Skyway Bridge in Pinellas County, recently completed a series of renovations.

SkyBeach Resort, a reimagined beachfront property on the southern tip of St. Petersburg, Florida, has completed a series of upgrades as part of a comprehensive renovation that started in July 2024. The refreshed resort now features 113 redesigned guestrooms, a newly styled lobby and event center—with additional enhancements still to come.

Eduardo Ferreira’s Pickleball Leadership: SkyBeach Resort in St. Petersburg, Florida, has named Eduardo Ferreira as its first-ever director of racquets.

St. Pete’s most paradisiacal sports club is about to open its doors. SkyBeach Resort (6800 Sunshine Skyway Lane South) announced the upcoming opening of SouthSide Sports at SkyBeach Resort, an elite athletic club housed on the resort’s beautiful beachfront property.

SkyBeach Resort, a newly reimagined beachfront retreat located on the southern tip of St. Petersburg, Florida, announces the debut of its renovated SkyBeach Event Center.

Recently, Haddy produced the area’s first 3D-printed coffee bar for Paradeco Coffee Roasters at St. Pete’s SkyBeach Resort.

SkyBeach Resort is a beachfront resort located on the southern tip of St. Petersburg, Florida. A love letter to St. Pete, the resort draws on the city’s vibrant and eclectic arts scene to incorporate pieces throughout the property.

This resort pays homage to St. Petersburg 's local art scene . Kinetic stainless steel sculptures by Lyman Whitaker grace the garden . In the lobby, a blue-hued Venetian plaster mural by Jesse Wilhelm captures the sun's reflection on the water.

SkyBeach Resort, a new beachfront resort on the southern tip of St. Petersburg, FL., has unveiled a series of enhancements designed to elevate the guest experience and usher in a new era for the historic property.

From a sleek, reimagined lobby and revamped event center to a brand‑new location for Paradeco Coffee Roasters, the resort is stepping into a new era while honoring its historic roots.

Dance the night away at SkyBeach Resort with Mixed Signal, live on the Azibi Stage. Known for their dynamic vocals, high-energy presence, and professional lighting, this powerhouse band delivers an electric performance that keeps the crowd moving!

A celebration of local artistry and craftsmanship took place at SkyBeach Resort. 

Volunteers, divers, boaters, and environmental groups worked together to remove marine debris while enjoying a day filled with education, competition, and celebration.

@tuanasschumacher visited us for a well-deserved escape, and it was a joy to host her.

SkyBeach Hotel & Marina, a 113-room resort located on the southern tip of St. Pete, facing Tampa Bay, announces the appointment of Tom Legg as executive chef. Legg has nearly 20 years of experience working in kitchens across a wide range of hospitality concepts, including private country clubs, AAA four-diamond hotels, privately owned restaurant groups and cruise ships.

SkyBeach Resort, perched on the sun-soaked southern tip of St. Petersburg, Florida, has unveiled the latest phase of its transformation. With a redesigned lobby, a versatile event center, and the addition of Paradeco Coffee Roasters, the property continues to establish itself as a destination where refined leisure meets authentic local culture.

Impressed by the waterfront setting and extensive renovations at SkyBeach, husband-and-wife duo Thomas Maloney and Sonya Sarkar hope to replicate their downtown success in the resort’s more relaxed, coastal environment.

Stay at the new SkyBeach Hotel & Marina, offering family-friendly amenities like beach volleyball, tennis, and weekly complimentary activities like swim-up movie nights.

This boutique beachfront hotel combines laid-back luxury with an array of recreational amenities, from pickleball and beach volleyball courts to a private marina and live entertainment at the Azibi Stage.

A new beachfront boutique hotel located on the southern tip of St. Petersburg. The hotel reflects the vibrant culture of St. Pete through its amenities, dining and unique guest experiences.

SkyBeach Hotel & Marina in St. Petersburg features SouthSide Sports facilities for pickleball, volleyball and tennis, plus a marina with complimentary water equipment.

SkyBeach Hotel & Marina offers an unparalleled beach experience with recreational activities such as pickleball, volleyball and movie nights by the pool.

Dubbed by marketers as a “love letter to St. Pete,” we just call this reopened a beaut. It came back to market last July, following substantial post-hurricane renovations.

A St. Petersburg hotel right on the water is gearing up for a busy spring break season.

Celebrate friendship and female empowerment this Galentine's Day at SkyBeach Hotel and Marina. 

Celebrate friendship and female empowerment this Galentine’s Day at SkyBeach Hotel & Marina, located at the southern tip of St. Petersburg, Florida.

Old Florida charm meets modern luxury at this 18-acre St. Petersburg retreat.

SkyBeach Hotel & Marina in St. Petersburg presents the Gals, Gulf and Glam package, including sparkling wine and chocolate-covered strawberries.

Tom Legg joins the new beachfront boutique hotel and will oversee all of its F&B outlets. 

This newly renovated resort is located on the southern tip of St. Pete, with views of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and Tampa Bay.

SkyBeach Hotel & Marina announced the appointment of Tom Legg as executive chef. Legg has 20 years of experience

Old Florida charm meets modern luxury at this 18-acre St. Petersburg retreat.

Located on the southern tip of St. Petersburg, SkyBeach Hotel & Marina is offering couples a romantic retreat this Valentine’s Day.

Tom Legg joins the new beachfront boutique hotel and will oversee all of its F&B outlets. 

This hidden gem is excited to open its doors, its white-sand beach, pools, pickleball courts, marina and bars to regatta participants and their families and crews.

It’s hard to get bored at this hotel as it has two pools, shuffleboard courts, a private beach, a marina meant for exploring the waterways by boat, and a lively entertainment venue, Azibi Stage, for live music and events.

Concerts, fireworks and more at SkyBeach Hotel.

Among the most substantial undertakings were the redevelopment of the marina and the construction of a new sports complex.