RumFish Beach Resort by TradeWinds

United States , St. Petersburg Area - FL
St. Pete Beach, 6000 Gulf Blvd
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100 reviews shown

8/10

Excellent

07 May 2026

Jill

The property could use some updating and maintenance, but the location is fantastic. The beach is amazing and the staff on the beach who get umbrellas and chairs out for us every day and those who keep the towels filled. It makes it our pleasure to be there. The bar was very crowded and it was hard to get a drink. But you could order food and drinks delivered to your beach chairs. The room was acceptable but definitely could use some updating and new mattresses. My mattress had a huge saggy hole on one side that I kept falling in.
The shower was just ok. But as I said, location makes up for a lot. I enjoyed being able to walk a few minutes to the other property and use the various pools. The beach is fantastic and that’s all I really cared about. It’s a great home base to visit lots of popular places in the area. And there are many great restaurants nearby. I would return to RumFish

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Margarita

Everything was perfect from the view to the temperature of the water the staff and don’t get me started with the food it was absolutely delicious the price was reasonable this place is definitely 10/10 .

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Kaelyn

Room was clean and maintained. The private beach had chairs and umbrellas for use which was very nice. They had events everyday. Great place for families.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2026

Michele

Perfect

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

anna

Very nice, clean, great location 👍

Family

8/10

Excellent

05 May 2026

Jeffrey

Clean room

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

William

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2026

April

I was disappointed when I asked for a beach view, and was told that the hotel was fully booked. Then was charge $55.00 for amenities per day.

6/10

Pleasant

04 May 2026

Sharon

Room clean but toilet ran constantly. One tv didn’t work. Fan in bathroom dripped water when sitting on toilet.

Didn’t know there was an app for the property until we were leaving.

Everything is cashless. Tip automatically comes up for 25% at some places

Staff hardworking and hustled for any assistance we needed.

Resort pricey for amenities avail in my opinion.

Family

8/10

Excellent

04 May 2026

Christopher

The property was a little dated, however the property was clean and the beach was beautiful. Our view of the gulf from our room was great. In addition my wife and I loved the RumFish stake house food and aquarium.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Lisa

Lots of pools to choose from and great views from the ocean side rooms. The staff was super helpful and friendly.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 May 2026

Phillip

The room layout made no sense. We booked an oceanfront room and it had a nice porch to sit on with the ocean view, but when you first walk into the room the beds are the first thing you see, then the bathroom area, then the sitting/kitchenette area, then the porch. It felt backwards. The sitting/kitchenette area should have been first, and the bedroom area should be next to the sliding doors so guests can hear the ocean at night. However, it was so noisy outside our room that I don’t think we’d have heard the ocean even if the room was set up that way. This resort is also way more family (read kids) oriented than expected. All we heard the first two days there were kids yelling and running everywhere. And the parents are so lax at paying attention to their kids that they don’t even notice (or care) how loud they are or if they’re disturbing others. The mattresses and box springs were so old and worn down that we were rolling into the center of the bed every night because there was no support, which made for very unrestful nights. The “couch” in the sitting area was a loveseat and not even long enough for an afternoon nap after the beach. I wasn’t made aware until just before check-in that there was a $25 per day parking fee, but the lot was so full one night because of an event they had on the beach that they allowed non-guests to park there for that the only spots left were out by the road. This was my first and last stay at this resort. It was disappointing for sure.

2/10

Poor

03 May 2026

Shirley

We stayed at Wahoo 2730 and the room smelled so bad we had to leave and could not stay overnight. The smell was an overbearing highly scented humid that even after trying to ventilate the room, could not bear it.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2026

Olesya

Definitely will come back very awesome place to stay lots of things to do for family or hope you’re just here as couples always clean. Staff are very nice and housekeeping is always very polite and accommodated when you needed something.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

03 May 2026

KELLY

Fabulous place but the water pressure is AWFUL and it took forever to get the soap out of my hair. Also not sure why they used a top sheet rather than fitted. There was no dish soap to wash the dishes. The singers on site are so bad too, but it gave us a good laugh! The food onsite is banging but rum fish grill was super disappointing.

Other than those the property, staff and location is amazing!

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

Alyce M

Everything

Family

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2026

Beth

I had to ask the front desk for clean towels every day. Other than that, it was great.

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2026

Deborah

Although our rooms were recently renovated, the property still seems run down, especially the lobby. But all was not bad! The staff were very friendly and polite! The restaurants were all great! It was kind of a buzz kill to have to stand in line every morning to get a chair assignment too. I would probably book a room at the island grand next time.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2026

Athena

Clean nice pools good food friendly staff

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Hanna

Amazing staff, the room was amazing! Walking distance to bars and restaurants! Awesome!

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Rick

Perfect view of the Gulf of America!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2026

Mike

The beach can be seen from almost anywhere! Beautiful area. We love st Pete’s.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

Shannon

Our family had a great time. We were entertained when we wanted to but still was able to fine a quiet place to relax. Will love to come back again.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

27 Apr 2026

Tami

It's the perfect place for a family on a budget! It's run down but clean. The rooms are nice size with the extra living space. It looks like there is a lot of things to do for kids. It would be very nice to have chairs by the pool, with umbrellas, when you want a break from the sun. The staff was not very friendly. The beach is beautiful and that is what we came for but for a couple, we won't be returning.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Apr 2026

Anthony

Clean room, excellent staff, lots of walkable food options both on and off campus

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

27 Apr 2026

Janine

We stayed at the RumFish a few years ago and had such a great time, we decided to go back. Unfortunately, there was confusion with the rooms. When we stayed a few years ago, I booked a standard room. The room we stayed in was beautiful- on the ground floor, with a sitting area and kitchenette. Long story short, I booked a standard room this time (thinking it was the same), however it was not. It was a 250 sq ft room on the 3rd fl next to the garage. Apparently, the first time we stayed, we had rec'd an upgrade...which was awesome, but no one actually told us that. I discussed the confusion w/ a few different RumFish staff including Reservations and the front desk, however they weren't able to upgrade us. Well, they would upgrade us, but we would have to pay a lot more money. Had I known, I can't say I would have gone back...especially for what we paid. Anyway, overall, a good trip. You can't beat the location. The beach, water, activities, etc. Also, a perk that 2 beach chairs and umbrellas are included. Housekeeping was quick to respond to a broken drawer that stuck out in the room as well as when things were needed. The beach bars were great and handy to get snacks and lunch at. Also, it's nice that you can use the facilities at TradeWinds as well. I wouldn't go back for the price we paid for that standard rm though.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

27 Apr 2026

Jurek

Rumfish is a bit older and outdated. Rooms are older, we had outlets that didn't work, sinks that leaked. Overall it wasn't bad, but the price was high for what it actually is. We spent more time at neighboring resort. At Rumfish, Hallways are dirty, I saw staff looking at a water fountain that leaked on the carpeted floor and it wasn't fixed during our staff - they just let is leak. Beach bar ran out of beer. But the staff are great, very nice, beach is really nice. Pools are small. So it's all about the beach but the property is no better than others. Decent activities for kids.

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

26 Apr 2026

Dalena

This resort is advertised as good for families - be aware that this resort is very very loud and busy. A lot of partying adults and drinking and music is absolutely blaring until “quiet” time at 11PM.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2026

Anita

We ended up with an unexpected beach view! Small rooms but there was a little kitchenette beautiful floor to ceiling windows and it was very clean!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

JoAnna

Our stay at Rumfish was awesome! Our room was very clean and newly renovated. We were right outside one of the pools and the hot tub which was a bonus. Loved that the room key was actually a wristband, that was super handy. Being steps from the beach was our main reason for booking and having beach loungers provided was the best. We didn’t have to worry about getting up at the crack of dawn to fight the crowds in order to get spots either, there was more than plenty of for all the guests who were on the beach. There are beach umbrellas available also but unfortunately it was windy while we were there so they took them down which was a bummer because the sun still got pretty hot. There were plenty of activities and dining options so you don’t even have to leave the resort once you check in. My only slight complaint is that when we checked in none of the amenities were explained to us or how to access them. For instance, it says there are paddle boats, nobody said what or where the boats were or while we were lounging on the beach I noticed another guest had a drink being delivered to her from one of the bars, didn’t know that was an option or how we could order a drink to be delivered to us on the beach like that. Besides that our stay was great and we would definitely book again!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Apr 2026

Carrie

Overall had a great vacation. Great location convenient to restaurants and shops, beautiful beaches, clean pool. Loved the pool bar and the bar staff. Shuttle to and from Island Grand to Rumfish was so convenient.

Room was ok. Had to use the pullout couch/bed because we had 5 of us in a suite. Not only was the sofa bed uncomfortable but when we opened it up the first night, it had a dirty mattress pad. Staff responded promptly with new bedding and the manager gave us a small credit for the inconvenience. Would probably stay here again.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

carla

Could use some updating and cleaned better. Great beaches, food was good.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

Cameron

Everything was awesome will be back

2/10

Poor

24 Apr 2026

Sarah

We had little nats and little spiders in our room. We told the front desk and he said someone would come to our room but no one did. He also said he was doing a credit to our room but nothing ever came off. Very disappointed in the staff.

Family

8/10

Excellent

24 Apr 2026

Bruce

Yes

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

Quinton

Very beautiful place.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

Jena

Ocean view room was amazing!! We can’t wait to go back! Staff was all so nice, overall it was a great stay!

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

23 Apr 2026

Sharon

Nice beach. Pet fee much too high. Taco place was good.

Pet

8/10

Excellent

23 Apr 2026

Jerry

The view from the room was great. The room we had needs to be upgraded. The carpet and furniture are visibly worn. The Rum Fish restaurant is fantastic. Mike at the front desk was extremely helpful.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

23 Apr 2026

Ying

Good

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

23 Apr 2026

Steve

Great view and very clean resort.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

Alison Sinclair

Friendly and lots to do!!!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2026

MARY ANN

The whole experience was amazing. Staff super friendly, beautiful location and tons of pools

6/10

Pleasant

21 Apr 2026

Ashley Shea

It was ok. Pros - access to both properties, could always find a chair, activities for kids. Cons- elevators didn’t work, room seemed clean enough but the AC smelled like sewage. Drinks were expensive. Resort fees if 55+ per day and parking. Overall in a bit of disrepair.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Mary

Beach clean. Views awesome bar staff welcoming and friendly.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Alicia

Traveled with 2 kids, 5 & 11- they loved it! Great stay with kids- lots of options for pools and the beach and super easy to go between both the rum fish and island grand sites. Restaurants on site were good and the kids loved the s’mores at night and different activities. We upgraded to an ocean view villa when we arrived and glad we did. Room was nice and clean. As many have stated there are cosmetic updates around the resort that are needed but it didn’t detract from our stay- I kinda knew that going in based on reviews we read. Overall would recommend especially if traveling with young kids!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Julie

Great place to stay!! Everything was perfect. Rooms were big and spacious. Restaurants were
Close and really great. Will stay again!!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2026

Jennifer

While the rooms are dated and the elevators are possible limping along, the amenities at this place are incredible. There is so much for kids to do, a secluded adult pool if you want to get away for a bit, and a beautiful beach. The fact that you can go enjoy the other TRADEWINDS amenities nearby is a huge bonus, basically two resort amenities included in one. We really enjoyed our stay, the beach chairs and umbrellas are included for free and plenty of them, and live music and s’mores every night. A 7/11 nearby and other great places to eat within short walking distances. We will definitely come back.

Partner

4/10

Poor

21 Apr 2026

Jennifer

The first room we stayed in was horrible. There was something in the toilet, a neon straw so we put your hand down the bowl and removed it. The outlet by the microwave and coffee pot did not work, and the view was horrible, not what we asked for. We went to the front desk immediately upon arrival and asked for what we asked for beach view. The gentleman was very nice and asked that we unpack lightly and he would have us moved the following day!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2026

Maria

The location is amazing. The rooms were really nice and the staff was great! Right on the beach, what more could you ask for

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Lisa

Beautiful room excellent beach view, the food was fabulous, loved it

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2026

Mark

Wonderful staff

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2026

Brian

The sleeping area

8/10

Excellent

18 Apr 2026

Jerry

Our room (5809) needs new Carpet and furniture. The Bathroom needs a deep cleaning.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

18 Apr 2026

Carson

Nice beach

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Lisa

Had a two night stay with friends… the beach is perfect and enjoyed umbrellas and chairs provided by the resort. Bars were on point and attended to me quickly. Room was spacious and well done and clean. The only negative thing I can say is we had thunder feet above us on the 2nd floor.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Jennifer

Had a fantastic stay with my best friend for her birthday! Great location, the beach was amazing, staff was super friendly!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2026

Siobhan

Beach is beautiful, staff aided in reserving us beach chairs and setting up an umbrella

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

15 Apr 2026

Karen

Good value stay. The Island Grand Tradewinds would be more of the luxury stay. We needed room for more people and a pull-out couch so we chose this location. Great beach view. We had a blast and liked our options for food on both properties.

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

15 Apr 2026

Lyne

Beautifully located right on st Pete beach
The rooms are a little outdated

Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2026

Katie

Family friendly, clean resort with plenty to do! Great location to enjoy the pools and beach. Staff were exceptional!

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

14 Apr 2026

Sonya

Staff were all fantastic, special mention for excellent service from Chris at the front desk and Kristina (I think) at the lobby coffee bar. Both went above and beyond. The hotel was clean, grounds were immaculate and the views stunning. Great atmosphere beachside at night, live music, plenty of seating with fireplaces and saw staff making smores for everyone one night. There’s a little petting aquarium in the gift shop that was neat. Overall it’s a great place to stay just a little dated but for the price it’s to be expected. We stayed in a one bedroom suite with gulfside balcony view. Perfect room type and location on the 4th floor. Plenty of food options at the resort as well as within walking distance to many more. We enjoyed our short trip thoroughly. Thank you!

Family

6/10

Pleasant

14 Apr 2026

Matthew

For premium price paid the rooms were very outdated. Shower was very poor. The beach and lounge chairs were perfect. The kids working the beach are great. Bartenders by pool very slow an seemed annoyed when bar was busy. For a pool area with many kids present at 10 am the DJ played rap music as loud as he could a couple days. Seemed odd for family resort. Maid service done a great job. Firepits good.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Apr 2026

Noreen R

The beach view was obstructed from our room. The elevator was broken the whole time we were there. However the food was excellent and the amenities were great!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

Christine

The resort is dated but very clean and a lot to offer. We would stay here again!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

Patricia Anne

The beach access was amazing. It was ideal for our kids who are 4 and 6 years old. The ability to head straight out to the beach but not be too far from the room for breaks was perfect! The only complaint I have is our room was right next to the speakers and where karaoke was held so it was really loud until about 11 pm every night.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2026

Janet

Amenities were amazing!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

Ramona

I stayed the week with 3 teenage girls who had the time of their lives. We felt very safe, there was so much to do & the beach was absolutely gorgeous. All of the restaurants were excellent. The Italian Palms Court was our favorite. We never left the resort. Very happy with our stay.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

Lisa

Second time at the resort. Friendly staff, great beach and tons of options.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

Thomas

Our room was pool/ beach front gulf view . Room was clean. Easy access for kids to use the pool. Love this resort. There are so many fun activities. Dan the manager and his staff were exceptional! They are a great asset to this resort.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

12 Apr 2026

Brian

The hotel has a lot of pools (although the hot tub was dirty and a bit stinky), fun planned activities for kids, and access to tradewinds. With that said, the rooms are very dated. The staff at the front desk wasn’t always there, and our phone wouldn’t even connect to the front desk! Our friends booked a balcony room, only to find their definition of some “balconies” was a sliding glass door with a gate over it. The kind you see in unfinished homes. They would not change rooms or refund them the price difference, and it was several staff members before someone acknowledged this was not a true balcony. They also advertise a lot of things for kids to do, but many of them cost a significant amount of extra money.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2026

Daniel

All was exceptional

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

11 Apr 2026

Amy

The rooms are not updated, but are very clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The transportation around the area is free if you stay at Tradewinds. That saved us a lot in transportation costs for the week. The restaurants were all very good and tasty.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

11 Apr 2026

Rod

Nice place

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

11 Apr 2026

Amanda

Rooms very outdated. Took all day and in to the evening to get our room cleaned. It never got vacuumed so we had to walk around in sand our entire stay. One day we had to request to get our room cleaned because it hadn’t been yet by 5:00 pm.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

10 Apr 2026

Gavin

The hotel facilities were excellent. The beach was as described - wonderful. Unfortunately we were located on the 5th floor with no functioning elevator and small children. The room layout was as described but the decor and condition of the room was severely dated and in need of refurbishment. Stay away from the Mahi block until a refurbishment takes place and the elevator is fixed (otherwise you are forced to enter the block via the car park).
Away from the room, the family had an excellent vacation

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

09 Apr 2026

Mary

The room was very outdated and felt dirty. The staff was very friendly and the food and bar were great. The beach is pretty far from the balconies and pretty view. But the cleanliness overall was an issue for us.

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

09 Apr 2026

Sarah

Rooms awful

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2026

Joyce Ash

Clean, excellent service , safe and kid friendly!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2026

Danny

We had a great stay at the RumFish Beach at TradeWinds.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2026

Janine

We loved it here! Our only problem was that the elevator was not working so it was a lot of steps to the third floor each time.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

07 Apr 2026

Lonnie Helton

N/A

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2026

Cynthia

This was a great place to vacation with kids, my kids loved it. The convenience of the beach, food and activities was fabulous. We are definitely coming back.

8/10

Excellent

07 Apr 2026

Sarah

Rumfish was nice and included access to Tradewinds next door. The properties were nice enough and they had a lots of activities for kids and adults alike. Rumfish was not as well kept up as Tradewinds. So if you are looking for more upscale definitely pick TW. We unfortunately were in a building with a broken elevator and had a child in a walking boot. Getting to the 5th floor with a no elevator was a bummer. We were only there 2 nights before a cruise so didn’t have them switch rooms. Beach was beautiful. Plenty of food and drink options on resort and close by. We had a large group 20+ ages 12-50 and all had a wonderful stay.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Joel

Everything was great. The staff gave my family and I a free update on our room. I would definitely come back!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Kathy

Great staff, beautiful room and atmosphere

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Daniel

Elevator was down but luckily we were only on the second floor. Everything is of course super expensive. Overall it was a great get away.

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

05 Apr 2026

Danielle

Rooms are false advertised. Paid extra for a balcony room and received a room they had a railing with no balcony. A lady was trying to get a drink from the cafe in the front area and one of the front desk ladies told her to go to the 7/11 across the street. Went to the beach and was told we could not get enough beach chairs to accommodate our party and were only allowed 2 chairs. We were a party of 9

Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

05 Apr 2026

Megan

We reserved the Gulf front view balcony room which was far more expensive than the other rooms and there wasn't even a balcony you could go out on. We had bugs all over the kitchen area countertop, the shower/tub barely drained, the toilet you had to hold in order to even flush. Very disappointed for such a high rate resort. Will not be back.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

05 Apr 2026

Aaron

Classic looks-better-on-Hotel.com-than-in-real-life, but a very clean, well-maintained hotel. The worst part was the elevator being clearly passed its prime.

Overall, it was a great stay.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

05 Apr 2026

Dianne

Did not have beach view!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Apr 2026

Sarah Lynn

The room was average - but did have a beautiful view and fun activities for the kids and family.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2026

Michelle

Staff was very helpful and nice. It was very busy but each of them still had a smile.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2026

Christopher

We stayed in the Gulf view villa and it was perfect. We walked right out onto the beach.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

03 Apr 2026

Melissa

No working elevator entire stay maintenance issue with toilet. Fire alam and messed up food order.

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

03 Apr 2026

Thomas

This is not a 5 star resort
Broken elevator.. rooms are old and furniture is run down.. beach area is nice though and good food at the Restaurant on site

10/10

Exceptional

03 Apr 2026

Treasure Marie

Loved it staff was incredible fav place in FL to go. Will be returning yearly

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

03 Apr 2026

Ryan

Wonderful place to visit with kids!

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

03 Apr 2026

Theresa

It is perfect if you have younger kids and don’t have high luxury expectations. Just not my vibe. Nice beach and on site restaurants.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2026

Diamond

Accommodations were nice. The room was big and clean, the property is clean, staff is friendly. Beach area clean, lots of restaurants on the property.

Family_with_children