St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 22 min drive
St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) - 30 min drive
Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 37 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight) - 44 min drive
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Hooters - 17 min walk
Rickey T's - 15 min walk
Sloppy Joe's - 16 min walk
Waffle House - 9 min walk
Pirates Pub & Grub - 16 min walk
About this property
Swashbuckler Motel
When you stay at Swashbuckler Motel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from John's Pass Village & Boardwalk and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. This Mediterranean motel is also within a short drive of Tropicana Field.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
29 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Beach access
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
5 buildings/towers
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Mediterranean architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Window screens
Sleep well
Down comforter
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate living room
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Housekeeping is available for an extra charge and varies based on unit size
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Swashbuckler Motel Treasure Island
Swashbuckler Treasure Island
Swashbuckler Hotel Treasure Island
Swashbuckler Motel Treasure Island Florida
Swashbuckler Motel Motel
Swashbuckler Motel Treasure Island
Swashbuckler Motel Motel Treasure Island
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Swashbuckler Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Swashbuckler Motel?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 10 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Swashbuckler Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Swashbuckler Motel?
You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Swashbuckler Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Gulfport Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Swashbuckler Motel and nearby?
Swashbuckler Motel has an outdoor pool and a picnic area.
Does Swashbuckler Motel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around Swashbuckler Motel like?
Swashbuckler Motel is a short 16-minute walk from John's Pass Village & Boardwalk and 18 minutes' walk from Belleair Beach.
Reviews
6.6
Good
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7.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
6.6/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Mar 28, 2020
Close to stores and beach. Staff was very nice. Walking distance to circle k and John pass. Awesome stay.
Verified traveler
6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2020
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2020
Management was very friendly and helpful - had a great experience! Also, the location is perfect!
Verified traveler
7-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Mar 21, 2020
I enjoyed my stay and look forward to another visit,
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2020
Nice
d comfortable.
Daniel
Daniel, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Mar 17, 2020
Scott
Scott, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Mar 5, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Feb 26, 2020
Upon arrival I was told I they were overbooked and to contact Expedia and they would help me find other lodging. Which never happened. We ended up having to cut our visit with relatives from Chicago short and drive over 2 hours back home very disappointed in this motel and Expedia. Will never use them again for a Hotel/Motel
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Feb 24, 2020
They over booked and canceled my reservation that was made two months in advance. I was left with no place to stay upon arrival.
Butch
Butch, 7-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2020
Beautiful
The manager was very helpful.... The atmosphere was ahmazing...def will be back
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Feb 18, 2020
Ever received a room
Over booked. Never had a room only found out when i arrived.
My only bad hotel experience.
Great job Hotels.com
Nathen
Nathen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Feb 18, 2020
We didn't stay there, our reservation was canceled. Very upset.
Jane
Jane, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Feb 17, 2020
Made a reservation through Expedia dispute several others saying they were overbooked and then had a hard time getting a room. It happened to us! They were overbooked, acted as if no problem. Has a look for a room ourselves, didn’t seem to feel it was their responsibility. Valentines weekend. NOTHING available for miles around!!! Ended up with a room at the Swashbuckler but not ready for several
Hours. Just seems it a practice to overbook, nobody wants to have to worry if their reservation is secure or not!
CLS
CLS, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Feb 16, 2020
The room we had reserved was not available and the only other one was substandard.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 15, 2020
Nice place. Great staff. Wonderful location with lots to do.
Greg
Greg, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Feb 15, 2020
We were unable to stay at the property due to a overbooking and then were left scrambling to find another place last minute.
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Feb 11, 2020
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
4/10 Fair
Feb 3, 2020
It was clean and very spartan. They had no towel racks or any place to hang anything. It be fine for one night. The owners were very nice.
Verified traveler
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 20, 2020
Very convenient location. Pool could use some attention. Some of the patrons were live ins. They did not bother anyone, but they were not clean.
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2020
Swashbucking Stay.
Excellent service upon arrival and afterwards.
Will definately staay here again.Great location
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jan 2, 2020
Hotel.com over booked and we did not have a room
My husband and I booked with hotels.com. And the day we arrive we were informed (along with 4 other people) that they were totally booked and no rooms were availabe!! This was new years eve!! So not alot of choices. We ended up finding a room with the help of the hotel we were supposed to stay at. But ... Cost us double what we were wanting to spend!! If you use this website. Take the time to call the place you booked. To see if hotel.com over booked them.
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Jan 2, 2020
Horrible experience.
We arrived at 4pm to checkin. There was a note on the door to call “Kathy” upon arrival. We called and texted for 2 hours with no reply or answer. After waiting outside for an hour and 45 mins a maintenance man was nice enough to help us into a room. Several hours later we finally got a text from Kathy saying that Expedia.com overbooked the hotel and that we should contact them because they would not have a room available to us. We did NOT book though Expedia! This after we had already received a key.
I understand that these glitches happen but to avoid your customers so that you don’t have the confrontation is a horrible and very unprofessional way to do business. We will NEVER even think about staying at this property again. Absolutely horrible experience.
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Jan 1, 2020
Property was over booked. We were sent to a different motel that cost more.