Welcome to Sunburst Inn

A BOUTIQUE STYLE BEACHFRONT HOTEL WITH 12 UNIQUE ROOMS ON INDIAN SHORES BEACH, FL
As seen on HGTV’s

100 Day dream Home: Beachfront Hotel

This past winter 100 Day Dream Home: Hotel Edition was filmed at Sunburst Inn!  Our 12-room, 75 year old beachfront hotel was completely renovated and is being shown on HGTV!

Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt are a husband-and-wife team from Tampa, Florida, that makes dream homes come true. Together they help clients both design and build the perfect house from the ground up in 100 days or less. This past winter 100 Day Dream Home: Hotel Edition was filmed at Sunburst Inn!

Catch us on Season 4, Episode 1 and 2 Day Dream Home on HGTV.

Welcome to
Chic-y, Beach-y, Boutique-y

The perfect place to revive your childhood nostalgia of staying at a friend’s beach house or that family trip to sunny Florida. Time stands still at the beach, and you can’t get closer to the Gulf shore than our beachfront rooms at the Sunburst Inn! We invite you to escape and arrive at the newly renovated, relaxed, and tropical paradise right on Indian Shores. We can’t wait to see you and your friendly dogs at Sunburst Inn!

OUR HOTEL ROOMS

Choose from our selection of 12 rooms that accommodate anywhere from 2-8 guests

The Beachfront Suite – Room 9

From $273/night

The Studio – Room 8

From $215/night

The Beachside Suite – Room 7

From $220/night

The Standard Studio – Room 6

From $215/night

The Beachside Suite – Room 5

From $249/night

The Beachside Classic – Room 4

From $235/night

What We Offer

The perfect place to stay

Perfect for Events

Sunburst Inn is the perfect spot for your small wedding, family reunion, corporate retreat, or girls’ weekend.  Book directly with us and save on rates.

Home away from home

Our rooms are furnished with all the comforts of home in a beautiful beachfront setting. You’ll find kitchenettes, fresh linens, towels, wi-fi, and we’re dog friendly!

5-star Amenities

We offer great amenities included in your stay. Access to private beachfront, free parking, bicycles, an outdoor barbeque, lounge area, and more.
The perfect stay for your next vacation

INDIAN SHORES BEACH

Renowned for laid-back beaches and great dining, Indian Rocks Beach and Indian Shores are where you want to go if you want a quiet vacation that isn’t too far away from activity hubs like Clearwater Beach or St.Petersburg. The quieter beaches here are perfect for those seeking serenity with a side of good food and drink.

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World-class Amenities

Our beach vacation rental offers a variety of amenities to help make your stay comfortable and enjoyable, including beach access, outdoor showers, BBQ grill, and more!

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Booking directly with us offers a range of benefits, including access to our best rates and exclusive offers, personalized attention and assistance, and the assurance that you are working with a trusted and reliable provider. Additionally, booking direct allows you to communicate directly with us, ensuring a seamless and stress-free booking experience.

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5 Star Experience

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FAQ

When possible, we may be able to offer you early check-in and/or extend your check-out time. There is a $35 fee for each

We welcome all well-behaved dogs of responsible, respectful pet owners. There is a 1 time, non-refundable $195 pet fee for up to the first 3 nights. It is $25 per day thereafter.

Yes, each unit is equipped with its own air conditioner.

Sunburst Inn is located right in the sand of Indian Shores, directly ON the beach. It’s been listed as one of the most beautiful beaches in the country, and we agree! There are many mom-and-pop style restaurants, shops, cafes, and eateries along Gulf Blvd and the surrounding areas. We’re also right next door to Indian Rocks Beach!

When time/staffing permits, SBI offers in-house laundry service (wash, dry, fold). Ask a team member for a laundry bag, fill it up, and bring it to the office. Cost is $35 per bag. The Penthouse has a washer and dryer in the apartment. 

If you’re interested in a private boat tour/ sunset tour please let us know so we can help coordinate for you. Also, we recommend Island Marine Rentals. We also offer access to free paddle boards to all guests! 

We do not have a gym on premises, but we have partnered with IRB CrossFit to offer our guests the opportunity to workout while on vacation. Contact irbcrossfit.com and tell them you are an SBI guest for 25% off your workout!

The Tampa International Airport is about 25 miles from the Sunburst Inn. The St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is 11 miles away.

One parking spot per reservation. Make sure to put your parking pass on display on your dashboard. Additional cars can park at the Municipal Building at 19305 Gulf Boulevard.

Yes, we have free high-speed Wi-Fi in each room.

We are waterfront and have the world’s largest and most beautiful pool just steps from your front door….the Gulf of Mexico, but it is not chlorinated 🙂

We welcome everyone, including kids to Sunburst Inn. We are happy to provide a pack and play for babies, available upon request for the little ones (first-come-first-serve). Just call us to arrange. 

We would LOVE to host your small event at Sunburst Inn. We welcome intimate weddings, corporate retreats, family reunions, and girls’ get-aways to name a few. Rooms blocks are available so you have the entire inn to yourselves. We can set up catering and are happy to help with special requests.

Because our property is 75 years old, building codes back then were not up to today’s standards. However, some of our rooms on the first floor are more spacious and much more accessible. If you have any mobility concerns, please call us so we can chat more to see how we can be of service. 

We are proud to be a non-smoking beachfront inn. No smoking is permitted anywhere on SBI grounds. If you smoke in your room, a $500 fine will be charged plus replacement of any affected furniture

We process the entire payment for your booking at the time of reservation. We do not hold rooms for guests and require payment upfront due to high demand and cancellations. 

Full refund for cancellations up to 30 days before check-in. If booked fewer than 30 days before check-in, full refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking and at least 14 days before check-in. After that, 50% refund up to 7 days before check-in. No refund after that. Please be advised that all cancellations will require a 4% processing fee.

We offer specials promotions throughout the season. Make sure you sign up for our e-mail newsletter below to find out when they will be available.  Also, make sure to follow us on Instagram at @sunburst Inn

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