Travelers find beachfront bliss at Sunburst Inn with its white sand beach, free cabanas, and loungers. This smoke-free property offers WiFi, paddleboard rentals, and complimentary bicycles for exploring nearby St. Petersburg-Clearwater Beaches.
Located in Indian Shores, Sunburst Inn is near the airport and on the beach. Shoppers can check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Sand Key Park. Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Rita's Ice Cream are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and horse riding. Visit our Indian Shores travel guide
Sunburst Inn provides amenities like a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. This motel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, free beach cabanas, and sun loungers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
Free bicycle rentals, beach umbrellas, and wedding services
Barbecue grills, beach towels, and a paddleboard on site
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Freezer
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
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Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 195.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Service fee: 4 percent
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 195.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Sun Burst Inn Indian Shores
Sun Burst Inn
Sun Burst Indian Shores
Sun Burst Hotel Indian Shores
Sun Burst Inn Indian Shores, Florida
Sun Burst Inn
Sunburst Inn Motel
Sunburst Inn Indian Shores
Sunburst Inn Motel Indian Shores
Frequently asked questions
Is Sunburst Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 195.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Sunburst Inn?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 35 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Sunburst Inn?
Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 35 (subject to availability).
Where is Sunburst Inn located?
Nestled on the beach, this Indian Shores motel is just steps from Town Square Nature Park and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Belleair Beach and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Reviews
Sunburst Inn Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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I had a great time here! The views and back patio area were very inviting and we had dinner at the picnic table overlooking the Surf and Sunset. I would recommend this place to anyone. This is my 3rd time staying here.
We thought we booked at certain price per night room but were charged 50% more. We've come to this area 1-3 times a year for the last 25 years and never paid so much for so little. Always we stay on the beach but we have never had such a poor experience.
Only good part was the person at the desk was friendly - the $ discrepancy wasn't her fault, and the place is on the beach.
Verified traveler
6/10 Okay
lisa
25 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Wedding weekend
Sun Burst recently underwent a renovation. But it is still not done like it was suppose to be. The garage under the penthouse is still full of new and old renovation items, we were suppose to be able to park in there. Another of our rooms #3, has disposable paper curtains on the window (the kind you would get from Home Depot when painting your walls). The penthouse: it has a lot of nice amenities. The first floor (after a flight of stairs) has a washer and dryer, and a nice bathroom. Then a very small bedroom? with a full size bed that is from wall to wall so its hard to get into. Only a desk, no closet, no TV, no mirror, not even a door. Down the short hall is a bigger bedroom with a king size bed, nice dressers, no closet, no mirror, no TV and NO door. So NO privacy from anyone else staying with you. After going up "another" 13 steps to the kitchen/ living room area, its very nice with a full size kitchen with full size appliances, a TV, nice bathroom and a deck with a priceless view of the gulf. (and has a sofa bed) Too many stairs for us, especially when you have to carry all of your luggage and kitchen items up two flights of stairs. The office workers were very nice. Parking not good, only 10 spots for 12 units.
First day we were suppose to check in . It was around 5:30 before they checked us in. They had been doing renovation for like a year. Our room was the only room that was suppose to be done . First no hooks to hang towels , walls were wet because they had just painted. The room was set up like backwards. There was just a few inches between the bed and the kitchen sink to walk through to the bathroom. Second day there I’m making the bed on that side against the wall and something caught my leg. Maybe a bird or some thing and rip my leg open. Cut it pretty bad three days later I ended up having to go to urgent care because it was so infected. Third day I noticed everything underneath the sink was all wet had to get everything of mine out lay it out to dry obvious sink was leaking. I told them a few . One of the staff did check it and the whole plumbing was totally loose. Someone did come in and tighten it up while we were gone.A Long story short , sink was still leaking shower backed up water clear over our feet. We would have to wait 45 minutes between showers for it to go down so each of us could get a shower. We told them it was like two or three days later that they came back in and a plumber came in and fixed it so that was better. Then our toilet started leaking from the bottom was never fixed. The room was damp. The whole time we stayed there or clothes were damp. It was just miserable. I did ask for another room and the Manager told me she couldn’t do that.
Bruce
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carol
27 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I loved this place. It is nothing fancy, but it has everything you could possibly need, including a well-equipped kitchenette even in the small unit I was in. It is family owned, so no corporate lack of authenticity. The Sun Burst Inn has character. And for a place directly on the beach, it is a great value!
We have been going here for the past 6 years . We love the staff , the uniqueness of the place with some renovations but still an old Mom and Pop vibe . The beach is right there of course as well which makes it perfect !
Gail
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rae Ann
31 March 2022
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff is rarely there but the beach and gulf being right outside your door is amazing. The rooms are small and dated but clean and serve the purpose.
The beach is nice, the place itself a dump.Be careful when booking a room with “street view”!! The view is the least problem, it’s such a busy street that you will not get any sleep at all. Windows are thin as paper and disgustingly dirty When traffic slows down a bit at night live music from the bar across will keep you awake. Service is non existent, but they bombard you with text messages if you start questioning their dishonest room listing, had to block them.
The place was filthy. It does not look like the picture. Our view was out a small dirty window. Looking at sand piled, tables and chairs covered with rat poop. Air conditioning is wall units that are so old and loud, you either didn’t sleep or died of the heat.
The two ladies that manage the property are so nice and welcoming, they will help with anything you ask and give great advice about anything you ask them! Will be staying there again!