St. Pete Beach’s Hotel Zamora completes $7.5 million renovation, adds new Mediterranean restaurant
/Hotel Zamora, located at 3701 Gulf Boulevard on St. Pete Beach, has completed a $7.5 million renovation | Hotel Zamora
The Hotel Zamora in St. Pete Beach has reopened following a $7.5 million renovation, transforming the property into a 4-star luxury hotel.
Minneapolis-based Sherman Associates purchased the boutique hotel, located at 3701 Gulf Boulevard, for $34.65 million in 2022.
The renovation included updates to all 64 guest rooms and suites, which now feature Mediterranean-inspired designs, spa showers, and high-end air purification systems. Outdoor spaces such as the pool, gym, and rooftop lounge have also been upgraded, with the rooftop offering expansive views of the Gulf of Mexico, downtown St. Pete, and the Intracoastal Waterway.
The freshly renovated rooms feature Mediterranean-inspired designs, spa showers, and high-end air purification systems | Hotel Zamora
Hotel guests also have access to a private marina, complimentary beach cruisers and kayaks, and private beach access with beach chairs and umbrellas.
Alongside the hotel’s reopening, Azura Coastal Kitchen & Bar has debuted as its new dining destination, replacing Castile. The new restaurant focuses on Mediterranean-inspired dishes made with locally sourced Florida ingredients. Guests can dine indoors or on a terrace overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway, while the rooftop lounge offers drinks and light bites with panoramic views.
According to Gilbert Bolivar, the hotel’s General Manager, “Guests can look forward to a warm, personalized hospitality experience paired with Mediterranean-inspired cuisine that draws flavors from Italy, Greece, and Spain.”
Hotel Zamora’s on-site restaurant, Azura Coastal Kitchen & Bar, focuses on Mediterranean-inspired dishes made with locally sourced Florida ingredients | Hotel Zamora
Sherman Associates CEO George Sherman noted the importance of blending the hotel’s history with modern updates. “The Hotel Zamora has always been a landmark in St. Pete Beach. Our vision for this renovation was to preserve its history while introducing modern touches that elevate luxury and comfort,” he said.
The hotel also features nearly 14,000 square feet of meeting and event space and is currently accepting bookings for weddings and other events in 2025 and 2026.
Azura Coastal Kitchen & Bar is open daily, and reservations can be made online.
