Located on a gorgeous stretch of beachfront on the gulf side of Florida, the Pink Shell Beach Resort & Spa provides a casual resort spot that's especially well suited to families, thanks to a range of amenities in the rooms, as well as activities and kids' programs. Pink Shell also offers a spa, and several food and beverage venues.Pink Shell Beach Resort Activities
The most popular public spaces are the pool and beach areas. There are three heated swimming pools, all set up with chaise lounges, chairs and umbrellas and surrounded by landscaping. The hotel's lagoon-style "Octopool" has large waterfalls, giant shells, sponges and underwater speakers.
Plenty of water sports and beach facilities are available, including volleyball, fishing, sailing and
a marina dock. Use of the laundry room is free, as is use of a computer in the lobby with high-speed Internet access. The gift shop offers souvenirs as well as snacks and beverages. The lobby coffee cart sells Starbucks.
Since this is a family-oriented resort, it's appropriate that the hotel offers and extensive kids' activity program. There's a morning program three times a week for $35 per child. The Saturday evening program costs $45. It's for children ages 4 to 12, and activities include lunch or dinner, arts and crafts, beach and pool games, and fishing. Kids can also learn about the local flora and fauna from recreation professionals.
Dining
The Pink Shell offers two onsite dining options. Bongo's Bar and Grill is located on the beach, offering tropical snacks and beverages. Highlights on the menu include the onion rings and coconut shrimp appetizers. JoJo's at the beach is a casual al fresco restaurant for all meals, offering "Floribbean" cuising, along with a special menu for kids.
Spa & Fitness Center
The new Aquagene Spa measures 6,000 square feet and features 12 treatment rooms, including the Couple's Suite and the Eucalyptus Steam Room. Spa services include massages, facials, body wraps and aromatherapy.
Activities & Excursions
Beyond the hotel facilities described above, the area offers shelling, nature and sailing cruises, departing from the hotel's dock, as well as dolphin tours, bikes and boats for rent, and waverunners, sailboats and parasailing.
Rates
Average nightly rates start at $180 for a studio, up to the mid-$300s for an in-season suite. The hotel offers periodic promotional rates.
