Dolphin Beach Resort, BradentonDolphin Beach Resort in Bradenton, United States has a corrected score of 2.7 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 18 of 25 hotels we score in Bradenton. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.6 before correction: Booking.com 2.7, Tripadvisor 2.3, Google 2.8, Agoda 2.9.Dolphin Beach Resort is a three-star hotel situated on St. Pete Beach, Florida, directly facing the Gulf of Mexico. The property provides direct access to the beach and features large guest rooms with ocean views. Facilities include an outdoor heated pool, a sun terrace, and on-site dining options. It serves families and holidaymakers looking for proximity to local shopping and attractions. While the resort offers convenient parking and meeting spaces, recent guest feedback indicates that some areas of the property require maintenance and updates. The hotel was originally built in 1965 and underwent a renovation in 2009.What stands out

Direct beachfront access

Large guest rooms

Heated outdoor pool

Family friendly atmosphere

Watch out for

Maintenance and cleanliness issues

Outdated bathrooms

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