Experience the understated elegance of this fully restored circa 1910 bed and breakfast located in the historic northeast district of St. Petersburg. Enjoy complete comfort and relaxation while absorbing the artistic atmosphere of the house where each room has been beautifully decorated. All rooms contain private baths, four with whirlpool tubs, Egyptian towels, Queen sized beds, allergy free down pillows, refrigerator, phone, internet access, cable television and laundry service. A full gourmet breakfast is served with specialty dishes such as deep fried shrimp grits, grilled tomatoes, poached eggs in cream, orange zest French toast and a variety of fresh fruit. - Vickie Ferguson

Located in the beautiful historic district, the Mansion House is convenient to museums, BayWalk, Jannus Landing, the Pier, Mahaffey theatre, Vinoy Park and the white sandy beaches of St. Petersburg and Treasure Island. Each of the fourteen rooms is exquisitely decorated with hardwood floors, antiques and fine furnishings providing a comfortable yet elegant atmosphere. All rooms have a private bath, cable, internet, phone and a full breakfast is served to the guests. Enjoy the tranquility of the courtyard, relax in the heated pool or Jacuzzi or enjoy a full body massage at the Mansion House spa. Reservations are required. - Vickie Ferguson

The Beach Drive Inn is located along the St. Petersburg water font and close to everything that is downtown St. Petersburg. The Inn is within walking distance of museums, shopping, restaurants, and events. Catering to the business and weekend romantic traveler, each room is beautiful and plush, ensuring complete relaxation. Be sure to partake of their generous breakfasts and wine and cheese welcome nights.

If you arrive in St. Petersburg by recreational vehicle or camper, this is the place to head for accommodations and services. Tucked away in mangroves, it offers more than 200 sites with full hookups and water views for USD44.95, as well as one- or two-room Kamping Kabins in a tropical bayou setting. You will find a fishing dock and boat and bike rentals; two miles away at Gulf beaches, you can sail or kayak. Bikers can ride the Pinellas Trail and, after all that exercise, you can relax in a pool with three hot tubs. Data ports are also available here at no charge.

This hotel, formerly the Cordova built in 1921, has been given a new look and a new lease on life. The Pier Hotel features rooms furnished with antique reproductions but modernized with television, refrigerator, microwave and high-speed Internet access. Its downtown location and expert craftsmanship, such as re-glazing of the original claw-foot bathtubs, add up to luxury. For those who value an authentic historic lodging experience, this may be the place to put your money. To add to the allure, St. Pete's new visage is just outside your door here: smart boutiques, art galleries, museums and some of the area's finest dining.

This six-room bed-and-breakfast won an American Automobile Association four-diamond rating, placing it among the top hostelries in the state. Martha, the lady of the house, grew up in it, and now offers her hospitality to travelers. Since 1996, Bob and Martha Bruce have invested all their resources into creating this tasteful inn that features comfortable rooms, elegant decor, and even a water purification system. That is because only the best is good enough for their guests. The owners also attend to food preparation that results in a daily breakfast spread that looks like a banquet.

A smaller resort with an intimate atmosphere, Via Roma Beach Resort is the ideal setting for a beach retreat. Relax on a lounge chair on the sand or admire a sunset from the heated, outdoor pool or hot tub. It's beach-front location is also great for those interested in outdoor activities, including boating, fishing and jet-skiing. One and two-bedroom villas cater to families or those traveling in groups.

Enjoy comfort, solitude and beautifully decorated rooms and suites at Bay Palms Waterfront Resort. Located on Gulf Boulevard, guests are just steps away from miles of beach and the refreshing waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Choose from single rooms, deluxe efficiencies, one-bedroom suites, or one and two bedroom deluxe suites. Efficiencies and suites offer a full kitchen. Deluxe suites can accommodate up to six people. Bay Palms has its own private fishing pier, heated pool, and free beach cabanas for sunning and relaxing on the beach. The resort offers room service, barbecue facilities, computer center, and a playground for children. -Vickie Ferguson

Postcard Inn on the Beach invites you to take a few steps from your room to enjoy a stroll along the sugar-white sand or take a dip in the cool, turquoise waters of the gulf. Enjoy the best of St Pete Beach at the comfortable inn where the decor is warm, fun and casual the way it was in times past. Select a garden view room or be close to the pool for a refreshing swim or sunbathing. The Postcard has two dining options indoors as well as casual dining or cocktails outdoors by the pool. Enhance your stay by adding a picnic basket to go, bucket of beer, bottle of wine or cabana beach chairs to your reservation. -Vickie Ferguson

This lovely island resort is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beautiful landscape. The resort has two swimming pools, a fitness center gardens and hosts a wide range of activities. There are also a lot of great amenities, including free parking, free Wireless Internet Access and more.