Island Grand At Tradewinds

Island Grand At Tradewinds - A beachfront family resort with five pools, floating water park, and Gulf of Mexico views

Island Grand At Tradewinds offers 381 rooms and villas with tropical decor, including options like the Gulf Front Villa with balcony views of the Gulf of Mexico. On-site dining includes Palm Court Italian for classic American-Italian dishes and Salty's Tiki Bar & Beach Lounge for tropical cocktails by the shore. The resort features five pools, a three-story waterslide, paddleboats, and a seasonal floating water park, along with kids' camps for ages 5-12. Located on St. Pete Beach, the property is adjacent to RumFish Beach Resort, accessible via a short walk along the sand. Guests can book a sunrise yoga session or parasailing at 243.8 m above the Gulf. The resort also provides a state-of-the-art fitness center, meeting spaces, and Freebee shuttle service for local transportation.

Pros

Direct beach access with loungers and umbrellas included in the resort fee.

Multiple pools and a floating water park for families.

Varied dining options, including an Italian restaurant and beachside bars.

Kids' activities and programming for ages 5-12.

Cons

The floating water park is only available seasonally.

Some rooms overlook walkways instead of Gulf or courtyard views.