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Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining

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Little Harbor Beach Resort and Marina offers a tranquil retreat with great canal views. This newly updated unit features two Queen Beds, a Full Size Bathroom, and Mini-Fridge & Microwave. You'll be within walking distance to all the resort amenities including restaurants, marinas, private beach access with chaise lounges and umbrellas available for rent.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Apart-hotel

1 bathroomSleeps 4308 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining

At this aparthotel, catch some rays on the beach or spend the day at a water park. The apartment provides a fridge and a microwave, plus free WiFi and a patio. A TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are among the other amenities available to guests. Limited housekeeping is available.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this aparthotel offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Ruskin aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a water park, a hot tub and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching
  • Fishing
  • Gym
  • Motor boating
  • Shopping
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Wildlife walks
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 308 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Affordable Canal Water View
8549

About the area

Located in Ruskin, this aparthotel is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Vinoy Park, while Salvador Dali Museum and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights. Ready for a night out? Consider North Shore Aquatic Center and Jannus Live. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Ruskin travel guide
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Ruskin, FL

What's nearby

  • Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park
    2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • E.G. Simmons Regional Park
    7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Ruskin Family Drive-In
    8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Apollo Beach Dog Park
    11 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Gannon University Ruskin Campus
    11 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station
    34 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    10 min drive
  • Circle K
    12 min drive
  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Beanie's Sports Bar
    10 min drive
  • Taqueria Los 7 Hermanos
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ruskin aparthotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Tampa Bay. E.G. Simmons Regional Park is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

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Little Harbor Gem | Water Views, Pet-Friendly & Close to Dining Reviews

Reviews

Very good

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 40 reviews

8.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

5.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherrill J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet room / location

Clean- next time I would look for ground level / stairs w no elevator - cute place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daren Jaclyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome getaway!

We booked here on a last minute getaway for us. Was a fluke find, but decided to book as it seemed to have everything we were looking for. We are SO glad we did! This was awesome! Location and facilities were wonderful! Condo was clean
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, but hard to find

Everything about Harbor Inn was great. It is quiet and clean in a good location with activities to do in the area. Finding the place was not eaay. We got, what seemed liked, two addresses and were not sure where to go. After we figured it put, all was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice for a short stay

Community and restaurants are very cute here. The room and building was nice but not as updated as I had hoped and as it seems in the pics. A bit rundown is all. Unlike others who reviewed, I did not see any bugs at all, hallways were clean, room was clean and all items were available as noted on the listing. Enjoyed the stay especially because it was only for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayce H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy stay

This place was quiet and cozy for me and my family! It’s just like a hotel set up! Wish I could have cooked some food for my kids but that’s the only downfall! It has security and a bunch of amenities! A pool tennis a playground etc! 3 restaurants near by that we didn’t visit because we were out and exploring most of the time! There are amazing food trucks right down the street and a coffee food truck too that was great!! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The room was nice, however it was on the 2nd fl which I was unaware sine the listing stated your car is out front door.. i asked to check in early, not an option, do to cleaning from prior guest. But at check in the cleaners were still in room. There was
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

beth s.

Needs television

Lovely room. Nice Canal view . Internet does not connect to television. Also remote batteries dead. Even If those things were working, Instructions sent do not match the remote. There is no HDMI plugged into modem or TV. Property is unable to provide television during our four day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Communication
The room was nice, expect they have very bright porch lights that shine through room as the curtains do not go all the way so it looks like day light all night , one roll of toilet paper, the communication with the company was horrible they don’t answer the phone you leave a voicemail they dont call back excuse they were training someone .which doesn’t excuse the fact i needed check in information and had questions never will book again the beds are not comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dar J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As always, very satisfied This is my 4th time staying here and we'll be back again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Good enough for economy price

Pretty views of creek. Outside you can see Tampa across the
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Place it’s real comfortable, clean and everything it’s close by, a real great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Enjoyed the warm weather, very relaxing. Loved the balcony watching the birds, manatees and dolphins every day.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginny N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Vacation

Everything was great.....our time here was too short. The manitees and dolphins right outside our door was a plus. This was our second visit and was very enjoyable. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Anita

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The grounds were kept up nicely and other buildings were in beautiful condition. However, the building in which we stayed was old and not well maintained. The unit we used was adequate but was not what I consider a vacation experience, especially with its cost.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Torie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

6 night stay

Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Randy D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay overall

We were pleasantly surprised at the accommodations, resort amenities, and available activities. My feedback for what would’ve been better would be to have the common areas (halls, stairwells, outdoor areas) cleaned more frequently, allow for early checkin/late checkout, and have change machines available for laundry, etc
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

John C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great property, terrible room

Property was great, room was disgusting. Very dirty. Owner should be ashamed of herself. Will go to Property again, but thru private owner we met that seems to care about the room
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

kd4oro L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place.

Everything in general was good except:1. Ac compressor seemed a little noisy.2. Water pressure in shower was a little bit low.3. Coffee grinds was in coffee maker when we went to make coffee. The grinds had mold on them. We had to was pot several times before we could make a cup.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Coffee maker

Thing were great just update coffee maker with keurig.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

sanella

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was not ready for new guests this was very dirty and everything was sticky I have booked for 4 days and I have left on the first day I dont recommend this place for anybody
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Difficult to locate property. The access drive is behind/next too Hook restaurant because the room is on the BACKSIDE of the row condos that you see from the street you’re on. Not enough lighting in the room. But great location to watch the dolphins. Pools are very close. Beach is within walking distance. Would certainly book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Views

Located between two water views. However, the property itself was dated and run down. AC issue due to bed too close to vent. The bed would get cold which would shutdown the unit for cooling. So it was hot in unit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Mixed bag

We loved this area! Love the beaches, wonderful weather, saw manatees and dolphins The room was essentially a hotel room. The air conditioning was so-so. The “kitchen area” was a dorm sized refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffeemaker and one cabinet of dishes. There was no dishwasher or even dish washing liquid, which honestly kind of confused me since the email mentioned a dishwasher a few times including saying that when we leave we should load and run the dishwasher. Overall we were extremely satisfied with the resort. The facilities were nice and well maintained. We loved being able to see the wildlife RIGHT THERE! We really liked the Sunset Bar and Grill restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Electrical plug challenge

The only real complaint is the electrical plug situation. The one between the beds was very questionable. Definitely wouldn’t pass any code. There was one really dated extension cord that had to be used for the coffee pot. Then unplugged so the toaster could be plugged it. A bit surprised to see this.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024