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Sirata Beach Resort in St. Petersburg Beach, Florida has completed a $25 million renovation that includes updates to all 228 guest rooms, the lobby, and fitness center. The redesign incorporates a contemporary aesthetic with a focus on creating a serene environment. Guests can now enjoy amenities including new furnishings, spacious bathrooms, and modern high-tech features. The resort is transitioning to a Tapestry Collection by Hilton property and aims to enhance the overall guest experience while maintaining its reputation as a premier beach destination.
St. Petersburg Beach, Florida – Sirata Beach Resort has completed a significant $25 million renovation, enhancing its facilities with modern designs and upgrades. This expansive project has transformed all 228 guest rooms and suites, as well as the lobby and fitness center, preparing the resort for its upcoming transition to a Tapestry Collection by Hilton property following the conclusion of Phase II of the renovation.
The redesigned space incorporates contemporary and minimalist design elements characterized by sandy neutral color palettes and accents inspired by the area’s natural surroundings, such as sunsets and the nearby sea. These changes aim to create a more inviting and tranquil atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.
Improvements to the guest rooms and suites include the addition of new furniture and furnishings, with many accommodations offering breathtaking views of the beach and bay. Each room is now equipped with spacious bathrooms featuring walk-in showers, USB-equipped outlets, high-speed Wi-Fi, and large 55-inch flat-panel TVs that come with the Hilton Entertainment Package. Furthermore, in-room coffee bars, workspaces with comfortable seating, and plug-in panels for electronic devices are also available to improve guest comfort and convenience.
Sirata Beach Resort boasts a diverse range of amenities designed to enhance the guest experience. Visitors can participate in daily fitness classes or engage in various watersports. The resort also features an on-site restaurant, a beachfront bar, swimming pools, volleyball courts, and rental cabanas. Additionally, the versatile meeting space spans 30,000 square feet, consisting of nine meeting areas, two ballrooms, and outdoor decks, making it suitable for both leisure and business events. An adjacent Sirata Beach Hotel further expands accommodation options by adding an additional 125 guest rooms for larger gatherings.
The goal of the renovation is to maximize natural light in the guest rooms while ensuring guests experience enhanced comfort and convenience. Sirata Beach Resort has long been regarded as a popular vacation destination, embodying the sun-kissed climate and beach lifestyle of the region. In addition to its renovated facilities, the resort offers guests beach and pool lounges, complimentary towels, and recreational gear rentals, along with weekly entertainment featuring local bands.
Columbia Sussex, the management company behind Sirata Beach Resort, operates a portfolio of 44 hotels across the United States under various brands, including Marriott and Hilton. With this extensive renovation and transition to a Tapestry Collection property, Sirata Beach Resort aims to continue its tradition as a premier destination while catering to the evolving needs and tastes of its guests.
As the resort prepares for its new chapter under Hilton’s banner, it positions itself to attract both returning visitors and new guests who are seeking a refined yet relaxing beach getaway in St. Petersburg.
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