Affordable Beachfront Hotel - Postcard Inn

Located on the Gulf Coast of Florida comes Postcard Inn in St. Pete Beach which is not to be confused with St. Petersburg, St. Pete Beach is a six-mile-long island off the coast of Florida.  With flour-fine white sand and shallow Gulf of Mexico waters, the coastline is graced with mellow swells that are excellent for beginner surfers learning to ride.

(Priced from $89 per night)

When Stephen Hanson upgraded a 1950s motel into the Postcard Inn in 2009, he played off the local surf vibe:  The 196 rooms feature a mix of vintage longboards, surfing-themed photo murals, retro light fixtures, and flea market finds, ensuring that no two are alike.  The hotel also has a beachfront pool, shady courtyard, and shuffleboard and volleyball courts.  The Beachwood BBQ & Burger restaurant is notable for the gourmet spin it puts on grilled comfort food, with specials like smoked chicken glazed with apricot barbecue sauce and sprinkled with pickled jalapeños.

Visit them further at:  www.postcardinn.com.