Sometimes, the beach just doesn't cut it. Forget sand-covered bathing suits and eye-stinging salt water, and visit one of these cholorine-filled fantasy spots. Oh, and don't forget to order your pina coloda. Living in Florida can't get much better, can it?
(Ok, add the beach AND pool by a bar, and you've got it made)
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Best Bets: Pool Bars
April 21, 2009
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Sheraton Riverwalk Hotel
200 North Ashley Dr. - Tampa(813)223-2222
Located directly on the Hillsborough River in beautiful Downtown Tampa.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
5223 N. Orient Road -
Tampa
Florida's largest casino featuring Vegas- and bingo-style gaming machines and live action poker.
Swigwam Beach Bar
6300 Gulf Blvd. - St. Pete Beach727-360-0889
St. Pete Beach beach bar located behind the Travelodge (phone inquiries are directed through the Shells Seafood Restaurant on the premises).
Tropix Tiki Bar
655 S. Gulfview Blvd. - Clearwater727-451-1126
Tropic Tiki Bar is a relaxing tropical bar known for its rum runners and daiquiris.
Hula Bay Club
5210 W Tyson Ave -
Tampa
Formerly Rattlefish, this venue offers waterfront dining, a chill poolside lounge and large deck to watch sunsets. Owned by the Green Iguana group, Hula Bay is looking to attract a youger, sophisticated crowd willing to find that sweet out of the way spot. By the way, this place is located in an industrial area. Don't think you're lost. From Westshore going South, make a right at Tyson and then a left immidiately after the large boat making warehouse. If you go too far, the road will dead end anyway, and you'll have to turn around.
Shephard's
619 S. Gulfview Blvd. -
Clearwater
727-441-6875
Beach restaurant with a full liquor bar located inside the Shephard's resort.
Jimmy B's Beach Bar
6200 Gulf Blvd. - St. Pete Beach727-367-1902
St. Pete Beach bar, part of the Beachcomber Resort hotel.
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
2900 Bayport Drive - Tampa813-874-1234
The Grand Hyatt's pool bars offer hotel guests the chance to sip your favorite libation poolside. Enjoy cocktails and conversation while you sip on a Floridian Martini or Mango Mojito. Open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina
700 South Florida Ave - TampaThe pool bar and grill serves sandwiches and beverages for a casual day of lunch.
Compass Grille
5300 Gulf Blvd. - St. Pete Beach727-363-5129
Good ol' home style cooking inside the Sirata in St. Pete Beach. On one side is a pool and whirlpool with a full bar, and on the other: St. Pete Beach.
