where to stay ?

Hi we are heading to the gulf on the 31st october for 4 nights, we would ideally like to stay near st petes beach but are not bound to that, so your help is required for places to stay and hotels that are of good quality but not to expensive (my pockets are nearly empty)
Remit is, a hotel directly on the beach, near to restaurants and some shops. We would like a room with a balcony looking over the gulf, it would ideally have a pool and a whirlpool for adults and children oh and a bar. I think thats about it, i have seen some but would like your views if you have stayed at some of them. cheers.

You might like Pink Shell Beach Resort or the Diamond Head Beach in Fort Myers Beach. They are directly on the beach and will fill all your needs.

St Pete's Beach.....

We didn't stay, but we had a drink in the bar and I think it is just what you are looking for.

TradeWinds Island Grand Beach Resort
5500 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, FL 33706

TOM