The Best Hotels Closest to Eckerd College in St. Petersburg - Clearwater - 2026 Updated Prices

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A bar area with a view of the ocean, wooden ceiling, and bar stools.

A beachside resort with a pool area, lounge chairs, and a building with a blue roof.

A beachside hotel with a pool area, palm trees, and a thatched umbrella.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV.

1. SkyBeach Resort

Greater Pinellas Point, 1.3 km from Eckerd College

Joseph

3.058.106 ₫

4.776.743 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a blue sofa.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, water bottles on tables, and a whiteboard on the wall.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A conference room with round tables, yellow chairs, and black tablecloths.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Petersburg - Madeira Beach by IHG

14.5 km from Eckerd College

Brenda

3.351.420 ₫

3.787.104 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A restaurant with wooden ceiling and walls, hanging pendant lights, and a long wooden bar.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and decorative plants.

A couple sitting on a bed with a bottle of champagne and a bouquet of red roses.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a counter with a TV screen.

3. Hollander Boutique Hotel

Downtown St. Petersburg, 8.5 km from Eckerd College

Bonnie

3.483.918 ₫

3.937.009 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered patio area with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a building entrance.

A well-furnished living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, a bookshelf, and a dining area.

A cozy lobby with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted display of postcards.

A two-story building with a green awning labeled "The Inn on Third" and the number 342.

4. The Inn on Third

Downtown St. Petersburg, 8.4 km from Eckerd College

bruce

2.548.638 ₫

2.879.961 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool with a wooden fence, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A white chair in a covered outdoor area with arched windows overlooking a garden with various plants and trees.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large window, and a cozy seating area.

A large, multi-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

5. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

8.3 km from Eckerd College

Justyn

2.704.258 ₫

3.056.027 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, a white sofa, and a bookshelf.

A modern living room with a fireplace labeled "AVALON," a white sofa, and a unique circular ceiling design.

A modern hotel with a neon sign reading "AVALON" and a well-lit entrance.

A couple lying on a bed with a tufted headboard, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

6. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

Downtown St. Petersburg, 8.5 km from Eckerd College

Steven

3.250.098 ₫

3.672.611 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'TRU by Hilton' sign, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a high wall and string lights.

A modern indoor space with tables and chairs, large windows, and a variety of seating areas.

A modern office space with a blue sofa, a small table, and two chairs.

7. Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL

Grand Central District, 7.1 km from Eckerd College

Christopher

2.496.724 ₫

2.821.297 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a painting on the wall.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A Sleep Inn & Suites by Choice Hotels building with a parking lot and a covered entrance.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a radio, and a variety of food items.

8. Sleep Inn & Suites St Petersburg Gateway

14.2 km from Eckerd College

Thao

2.024.102 ₫

2.417.134 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel reception area with a coffee station, including multiple coffee makers, a waffle maker, and a variety of condiments and utensils.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, wall-mounted artwork, and ice cream vending machines.

A reception desk with a dark wood finish, a marble countertop, and a wall-mounted digital display.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed with a headboard, and framed pictures on the wall.

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Northeast - Gateway

16.6 km from Eckerd College

Victoria

2.397.175 ₫

2.708.808 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio with a dining table, chairs, and a sofa.

A modern living room with a green sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a decorative wooden panel with shelves.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a swimming pool, and a parking area.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a green rug.

10. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

Downtown St. Petersburg, 7.5 km from Eckerd College

Leah

2.805.840 ₫

3.170.600 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A breakfast area with a waffle station, coffee machines, and a sign promoting waffles.

A hotel reception desk with a wooden panel design, a sign reading "Hilton Honors", and a motivational quote on the wall.

A snack aisle with various packaged snacks and a microwave.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, red pillows, a small table, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed artwork on the wall, and a bathroom with a towel rack.

11. Hampton Inn Pinellas Park St. Petersburg, FL

14.1 km from Eckerd College

Freddie

3.067.718 ₫

3.466.522 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A covered outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and potted plants.

A spacious living area with a large bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a coffee table. There are large windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

A bedroom with a cityscape wallpaper, a bed with white linens, a nightstand with a clock, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, two stools, and hanging lights.

12. Peninsula Bed & Cocktails

3.6 km from Eckerd College

John

2.860.912 ₫

3.232.830 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a mix of glass and wood paneling.

A banquet table set with white plates, glasses, and cutlery. A tall, ornate vase with flowers is centered on the table.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a table, and chairs.

13. GALAXY HOTEL

Downtown St. Petersburg, 8.6 km from Eckerd College

Amy

3.064.693 ₫

3.463.103 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

The exterior of the Marie Hotel in St. Petersburg, FL, featuring a classic stone facade, a prominent entrance with a black awning, and a clear view of the street.

An aerial view of a rooftop pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings.

A crowded indoor event with people standing and conversing.

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a pier, and boats docked at the waterfront.

14. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

Grand Central District, 6.8 km from Eckerd College

Nichloas

2.623.681 ₫

2.964.759 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A staircase with black and white patterned tiles, a gold-framed mirror, and a decorative door with a gold panel.

A four-poster bed with a green bench, a bedside table, a small desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hallway with a black and gold carpet, white walls, and a gold-framed mirror.

A spacious living room with a large round rug, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs.

15. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

Historic Old Northeast, 8.9 km from Eckerd College

Denise

2.873.908 ₫

3.391.430 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, white columns, and a view of the sea.

A marina with docked boats, a bridge in the background, and a building with a red roof.

A modern interior with a fireplace, wooden paneling, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating areas, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott St. Petersburg Tierra Verde

4.2 km from Eckerd College

Lisa

4.390.620 ₫

4.961.401 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel entrance with a blue-lit facade, a covered walkway, and a palm tree.

A modern breakfast area with a counter displaying cereals, a bakery section, and a seating area with a view through a large window.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirrored wall, and a television.

A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a storage cabinet.

17. Holiday Inn Express St. Petersburg North (I-275) by IHG

12.3 km from Eckerd College

Dennis

2.961.720 ₫

3.346.742 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a large dining area, seating arrangements, and a television screen.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St Petersburg North

12.3 km from Eckerd College

Amanda

3.863.746 ₫

4.366.033 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A multi-story building with a green and white exterior, multiple doors, and a courtyard with chairs and plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a refrigerator, a shower, and artwork on the walls.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a gray sofa with striped pillows and a wooden coffee table.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

19. The Lofts at St. Pete Beach

6.9 km from Eckerd College

kevin m

3.249.513 ₫

3.671.950 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a living area with a sofa and armchair, a small round table, and a window with a view of greenery.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a bar counter, and large windows allowing natural light.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a covered entrance, flag display, and landscaped garden.

20. Holiday Inn St. Petersburg West by IHG

United Central, 7.9 km from Eckerd College

Charles

2.572.020 ₫

2.906.382 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
SkyBeach Resort	8.6 Excellent 925 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Petersburg - Madeira Beach by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 1,743 reviews	View
Hollander Boutique Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 2,401 reviews	View
The Inn on Third	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Crystal Bay Historic Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,586 reviews	View

Top Eckerd College Hotel Reviews

Peninsula Bed & Cocktails

10/10 Excellent

"Location location location! Top notch !"

Plaza Beach Hotel Beachfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The property and staff were amazing! We stayed in the Gulf View Balcony King room aka "the best room in the house" and it did not disappoint! We will be coming back to St. Pete and staying with Plaza Beach again soon! Clean, right on the beach, and amazing staff!"

Island Grand at TradeWinds

8/10 Good

"The resort was very nice,we had a villa and it was wonderful, the beach was beautiful, the only downside was some of the restaurants where overpriced, for example...a kids cheeseburger and fries $20 that's a bit much . Overall it was a nice vacation."

Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar

10/10 Excellent

"Great suites with everything you need. Beach chairs included with the resort fee. It’s far from restaurants but they have a free shuttle."

Sirata St. Pete Beach Resort, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the quick accessibility of the beach, the proximity was great! The bar"

The Beachcomber

8/10 Good

"Lots of construction happening that was not advertised. Room was immaculate, on site bar/restaurant was great but would have been nice to know most of the courtyard area was being actively dug out with pipes and cords running everywhere."

St Pete Shores Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel on the beach. They renovated recently and the rooms are updated and modern. The courtyard and the area around the new restaurant looks great with lots of seating and nice landscaping. Comfortable beds and bedding. The staff is very friendly and helpful. We had a great time."

Bayview Plaza Waterfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

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Inn on the Beach - 18+ only

10/10 Excellent

"Super great location right across the beach. I stayed in Orange Blossom, had dishes, a cooler, robes, a fridge…really great amenities, plenty of beach chairs"

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A waterfront with a dock, a boat, and a building with a white roof.

Gulfport Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Gulfport Casino during your visit to Gulfport? Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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A heron standing by a marina with boats and palm trees in the background.

Gulfport Beach

9.0/10 (21 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gulfport Beach during your trip to Gulfport? Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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A wooden boardwalk through a dense forest.

Boyd Hill Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Boyd Hill Nature Preserve during your travels to St. Petersburg. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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Maximo Park

After visiting Maximo Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Petersburg.

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Bay Village Shopping Center

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can do some window-shopping at Bay Village Shopping Center during your visit to St. Petersburg. Take in the entertainment choices and beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market during your trip to Gulfport. Discover the beautiful sunsets and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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Skyway Fishing Pier State Park

You can take time to visit Skyway Fishing Pier State Park during your travels to St. Petersburg - Clearwater.

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Lake Maggiore

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Maggiore during your travels in St. Petersburg. Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Eckerd College?

Eckerd College is located in a family-friendly area of St. Petersburg known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 40 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Eckerd College?

Expedia has 40 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Eckerd College.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Eckerd College, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Eckerd College.

What can I see and do near Eckerd College?

Study the collections at Gulf Beaches Historical Museum, Salvador Dali Museum or Imagine Museum. You can enjoy live performances at Island Community Theatre and Freefall Theatre. Enjoy the outdoors at Upham Beach Park, Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserve or Hurley Park.

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Our top choices for Eckerd College hotels

1. SkyBeach Resort

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Petersburg - Madeira Beach by IHG

3. Hollander Boutique Hotel

4. The Inn on Third

5. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

6. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

7. Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL

8. Sleep Inn & Suites St Petersburg Gateway

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Northeast - Gateway

10. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

11. Hampton Inn Pinellas Park St. Petersburg, FL

12. Peninsula Bed & Cocktails

13. GALAXY HOTEL

14. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

15. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

16. Residence Inn by Marriott St. Petersburg Tierra Verde

17. Holiday Inn Express St. Petersburg North (I-275) by IHG

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St Petersburg North

19. The Lofts at St. Pete Beach

20. Holiday Inn St. Petersburg West by IHG

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Top Eckerd College Hotel Reviews

Peninsula Bed & Cocktails

Plaza Beach Hotel Beachfront Resort

Island Grand at TradeWinds

Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar

Sirata St. Pete Beach Resort, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Beachcomber

St Pete Shores Hotel

Bayview Plaza Waterfront Resort

Inn on the Beach - 18+ only

Other attractions near Eckerd College

Gulfport Casino

Gulfport Beach

Boyd Hill Nature Preserve

Maximo Park

Bay Village Shopping Center

Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market

Skyway Fishing Pier State Park

Lake Maggiore

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