Sirata Beach Resort in St. Pete Beach, Florida, has unveiled a $25 million transformation, which includes central air conditioning, hurricane impact windows, refurbished guest rooms, renovated restaurants, and an updated pool and beachfront bar.
Renovation Details
The property has joined the Tapestry Collection by Hilton as part of the multimillion-dollar renovation project. The resort’s director of sales and marketing, Shari Irwin, noted that the event brought together local business leaders, tourists, and community members.
The renovation has introduced brand new rooms with central AC, hurricane impact windows, and now the resort is part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton.
Expansion Plans
Beyond the newly completed upgrades, the property remains at the center of a heated local development debate. City commissioners voted 3-2 in February 2024 to approve adding a 10-story JW Marriott and a nine-story Hampton Inn to the site.
If built, the expansion would increase the property’s total capacity to more than 600 rooms. However, nearby residents challenged the vote in court, citing worries about increased traffic, taller structures, and over-development.
A Pinellas County judge ultimately ruled in favor of the city, allowing the commission’s approval to stand. District 2 City Commissioner Lisa Robinson said, ‘It’s a never-ending battle on the beach… to try to be heard and keep responsible growth.’
There is no concrete timeline for construction of the two proposed hotel towers, as Sirata management told FOX 13 that the plans remain at a standstill amid ongoing legal challenges.
Original reporting: Tampa Bay Florida News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
