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Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities

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Hot Tub
Fire Pit
Kitchen area
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
AU$128
avg per night

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Ruskin, FL
  • Place, Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, E.G. Simmons Regional Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Ruskin Family Drive-In
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area
The current price is AU$128
avg per night

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About the area

Ruskin

Located in Ruskin, this hotel is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Vinoy Park, while MacDill Air Force Base and Salvador Dali Museum are cultural highlights. Ready for a night out? Consider North Shore Aquatic Center and Jannus Live. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Ruskin Family Drive-In - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Apollo Beach Dog Park - 12 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Gannon University Ruskin Campus - 12 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 34 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beanie's Sports Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Los 7 Hermanos - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities

Discover the allure of a Caribbean-style island retreat right on Tampa Bay's shores. As you step onto the property, you'll be whisked away to a tropical paradise where you can kick back at the tiki bar, sip on a refreshing tropical drink, and savor the tranquil water views of the bay. This island resort spans 124 acres along the south shore of Tampa Bay, featuring two marinas, a half-mile of private beach, and awe-inspiring sunsets. Nestled between Tampa and Sarasota, with easy access to Clearwater's white sandy beaches, this resort offers an array of amenities to ensure an unforgettable escape.

Amenities:
Pickle-ball and Tennis courts
Two Marinas
Half-Mile of Private Beach
Fishing Pier
Two Pools
Hot Tub
Basketball Courts
On-Site Restaurant and Tiki Bar
Live Entertainment (Wednesday - Sunday)
Beach Bonfires under the Starry Skies
Begin your culinary journey at the resort's restaurant, where a diverse menu caters to every palate. Dine waterside, in the lounge, under the stars on the patio, or at the lively tiki bar – your choice. While you're here, don't miss the local gem, the Fish House, open three days a week and beloved by the locals. For your convenience, we've compiled a list of nearby restaurants in the room, so you'll always have a great place to enjoy a meal after golfing, visiting the parks, or shopping at the Premium Outlet Mall.

Inside your room, you'll find all the comforts of home. The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge, microwave, portable double burner stove, toaster oven, and a blender – perfect for crafting your own frozen concoctions. We provide dishes, pots, pans, and utensils, giving you the freedom to heat up leftovers or prepare your meals if you desire. We've also included two Tommy Bahama beach chairs, so you can relax on the private beach or the sundeck while watching the sunset with your freshly made drink.

Make the most of your stay by taking a kayak out on the bay, where you might be pleasantly surprised by dolphins, manatees, or stingrays dropping by to say hello.

Welcome to paradise – we hope your experience here is as enchanting as ours!

** Please note that my unit is located on the second floor and we do not have elevators. So if you or anyone else in your party has an issue with climbing stairs, we recommend that you do not book with us,

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Does Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities on 17 Apr 2026 start from AU$128, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Tampa Bay. E.G. Simmons Regional Park is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Tropical Island Paradise on Tampa Bay with Abundant Amenities Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 108 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christine was very easy to work with. Location and description of room and nearby activities were spot-on.If looking for something remote and semi secluded but close to many bigger cities this is a great place. If want your own beachfront/pier/pool you will not go wrong with this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice room, comfortable beds, nice having small convention oven and microwave. Coffee maker takes pods or has reusable gold filter. Quiet area, convenient location to pool, restaurants, and beach/fishing pier
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Water on both sides and brand new private dock for fishing, Two fabulous restaurants Hook and Sunset Bar and Grill within walking distance. Property manager was in constant communication with us to ensure we had a fabulous trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Property as described. Moderate accommodations in an exceptional area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for what I needed

Love the place and everything that was around it
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

Loved this little gem! Two restaurants within walking distance and a nice little private beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great and relaxing

We were looking to relax after our cruise. This was the perfect spot! Nice warm pool and hot tub. Very quiet perfect for what we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice area

Amenities and area were great Room could use more furniture
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Young N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Location is convenient to restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay

Good unit
Stayed 17 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

We enjoyed this peaceful retreat while in town for Pittsburgh Pirates spring training. It’s a couple miles off of the main road so very little traffic, no noise and tons of amenities in the community.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joanna O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
This property is in a Beautiful neighborhood within walking distance to fishing pier, pool, and 2 restaurant. The only thing I didn't like was the cleanliness of the rental. There was trash left in the kitchen and bathroom, there was also a coffee pod left in the coffee machine. The bathroom was very dirty I stepped on the rug and it was full of dirt the shower curtain is full of soap scum and mold. The tiles of the shower still had hair and black stuff stuck to it and the soap dispensers had brown stuff caked on where the soap is supposed to come out of. I will say that I did tell the host about the trash and she was very apologetic I honestly don't think the host knows that the cleaners are just not doing a good job. My family and I enjoyed our stay even with the extra mess.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful resort!

This resort has everything you need! Beach, 2 pools, 2 restaurants, and we saw dolphins every day and manatees! It was the easiest check in process and Ginny (server) at the sunset grill made us feel so welcome. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruskin

The property was everything it advertised. Location was good.Furnishings were also good. The fishing pier was an exceptional addition. The only negative we have is the lighting is insufficient. The condo is on the dark side of the building so some additional lighting, maybe strip lights in the ceiling would be very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little spot on the bay !

The property was amazing. The kids enjoyed the pool . The sunsets were amazing. The two restaurants were good. I really enjoyed sunset bar and grill they had a seafood bisque that was awesome . With live music
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A multi-week stay in Christine's condo was the perfect way to begin 2026, and escape northern cold! But months before my arrival, I was sure I had made a great selection - Christine's responses to my questions via VRBO messages were made very quickly. She clearly communicated all the information I needed, from payments to parking.Once on-site, it was obvious there was ample parking spaces. Once inside the condo, by entering with a keypad code, it was clear I had plenty of room to relax, do some office-type work, and enjoy the view. The balcony for the second-floor unit was one of my favourite spots. A couple of hundred yards to the right was Tampa Bay. Straight ahead were those daily gorgeous sunsets.The location was of the unit/building was great. It was literally across a small pathway from the Hooks restaurant, and a very short walk over to the Sunset Bar & Grill. I also spent a lot of afternoon time at the outdoor pool, also barely a two-minute stroll from my unit.I don't cook gourmet meals, and I was travelling solo. Perhaps with kids in tow, and if I wanted to spend a lot of time cooking, the smallish kitchen area would have been a challenge. But for my needs, it was fine.The bathroom was a good size, the beds were extremely comfortable, and the entire unit was very clean. And, so quiet. I've never before stayed in a condo and resort area that was this quiet and peaceful. Overall the condo contributed to a very memorable January!
Stayed 32 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice!

Nice room, comfortable beds. Small kitchenette and refrigerator not conducive for longer stays. Owner was very accommodating.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Overall property was clean and maintained well.All furnishings were dark Wood which made the whole unit very dark even with drapes open. Information (menus, etc)Needs to be updated. We were only supplied with 1 roll if toilet paper. I think this was an oversight. Overall host takes care of property and us very responsive. Good host
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best experience

I had never used VRBO before and Christine made it seamless. We had the most wonderful experience and I will rent from her again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Ruskin

The room was okay, the tiki bar was closed , the fishing pier was closed off also
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely area

Unit was adequate for 2 people. Fridge was too small for our length of stay ( 1 month). Outside property was very nice. Perfect for seniors. Pool right outside of our building. Beach across the street. 2 restaurants on property.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review of ptoperty

Everything as expected- no complaints. Very satisfied
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

We had a blast, perfect place to stay. Place was spotless, beds were VERY comfortable, very nice pool and hot tub right nearby. The beach was a super short walk. The owner answered all my questions immediately. I have nothing but great things to say. At sunset this is exactly where you want to be. We will definitely be coming back. We bought some groceries, used hot plate to make spaghetti, toaster oven for garlic bread. You do not have to eat at a restaurant, plenty of amenities to eat right in the condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023