The Don Cesar Hotel St. Pete Beach, St. Pete Beach - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

3400 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, Florida, United States of America, 33706

The Don CeSar is a legendary resort located in St. Pete Beach, Florida, steeped in a rich history since its opening in 1928. This iconic landmark, often referred to as the Pink Palace, showcases stunning pink-hued architecture reminiscent of the Gatsby era. Its breathtaking beachfront location provides guests with panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico, making it a perfect sanctuary for sun-seekers. Recognized as one of the top beach hotels, the resort boasts multiple awards and accolades, including AAA 4 Diamond Dining experiences.

Location

Nestled along the pristine shores of St. Pete Beach, the resort is located conveniently near several local attractions, from unique boutiques to vibrant dining options. Just 35 km from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, transportation options include shuttle services and rideshare availability. The resort's location also allows easy exploration of the surrounding area's natural beauty and entertainment offerings.

Rooms

The resort features 241 upgraded guest rooms and 36 luxurious suites, offering expansive views of the Gulf or tropical gardens. Each room includes modern amenities such as premium Wi-Fi, plush cotton sheets, and designer fabrics inspired by the coastal Art Deco era. Many accommodations have been transformed to allow for enhanced layouts, providing spacious comfort for families and extended stays.

Eat & Drink

Onsite dining options at the resort include the award-winning Maritana Restaurant, which serves coastal cuisine crafted from locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy a range of meals from fresh breakfast offerings to elegant dinners. The resort also features a variety of bars and lounges offering hand-crafted cocktails and delectable light bites to enhance every occasion.

Leisure & Business

The Don CeSar offers guests a multitude of recreational activities, including two heated outdoor pools and access to a pristine private beach. For relaxation, the expansive Spa Oceana features various services tailored to rejuvenate guests, including therapeutic treatments and wellness programs. Live music and entertainment options are regularly available, providing a vibrant atmosphere for guests.

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The resort provides a range of accommodations, including double rooms, family rooms, and suites, all with breakfast, free cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Luxury Junior Suite

Max:

4 persons

37 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Luxury King Room

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2 persons

23 m²

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Shower

Coffee machine

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Luxury King Room

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4 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

St. Pete Beach 1.1 mi

Airports

St. Pete-Clearwater International (PIE) 20.1 mi

Clearwater Air Park (CLW) 26.2 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

Enjoy a range of amenities at the resort designed for your comfortable stay and remarkable experiences.

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Private beach
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Water sports
Golf course
Yoga class
Sports trainer
Aerobics
Fishing

Services

Free city shuttle
Valet parking
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Babysitting/Child services
Playpen
Board games
Children's menu
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Live entertainment
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Massage
Make up services

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

3400 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, Florida, United States of America, 33706

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3400 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach, Florida, United States of America, 33706

City landmarks

Saint Pete Beach

Pass-a-Grille

1.4 mi

Beach

St. Pete Beach Access

1.0 mi

Beach

Pass-a-Grille Beach

1.2 mi

Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserve

1.5 mi

Shopping Area

Dolphin Village Shopping Center

4900 ft

Beach

Suncoast Watersports

1.3 mi

Museums

Gulf Beaches Historical Museum

1.4 mi

Island

Shell Key Shuttle

1.5 mi

Pass-a-Grille Historic District

1.5 mi

Saint Petersburg Beach

2.2 mi

Harbor

Merry Pier

1.5 mi

Beach

Belle Vista

1.2 mi

Hurley Park

1.1 mi

Amusement Park

Floating Water Park

1.5 mi

Isla del Sol

1.4 mi

Parks

Williams Park

1.5 mi

Beach

Upham Beach Park

2.1 mi

Broadway Theatre

The Beach Theatre

2.4 mi

409 Corey Ave

Kapfer Glass

2.4 mi

355 Corey Ave

Art Expo Custom Framing Gallery

2.4 mi

320 Corey Ave

Vincent William Gallery

2.4 mi

Island

Shell Key

2.5 mi

Beach

Gulfport Beach

2.6 mi

58th Street & 28th Avenue

Ted Phillips Wood Ibis Park

2.7 mi

7701 Boca Ciega Dr

Colonel Micheal J. Horan Park

2.6 mi

Gulfport Beach Recreation Area

2.6 mi

Nearby

Island

Long Key

1300 ft

McPherson Bayou

1500 ft

Beach

Don CeSar Beach

1500 ft

1st St. NE. & 31st Ave. NE.

Coffee Pot Park

1500 ft

Restaurants

Sea Porch Restaurant

500 ft

3400 Gulf Blvd

Don CeSar Beach Resort Sunday Brunch

1200 ft

3400 Gulf Blvd Don CeSar Beach Resort

The Rowe Bar

400 ft

3400 Gulf Blvd In The Don CeSar

The Beachcomber Bar & Grill

500 ft

3400 Gulf Blvd The Don CeSar

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

liked the resort and would come back

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

6.4

Location

9.3

Service

7.8

Dining

5.0

Fred

United States of America, November 2024

7.2/10

The hotel has a appealing location with access to beach activities and a nice spa area. Although the rooms were clean, they felt a bit cramped and could use some renovation. The service was generally friendly and attentive. Dining options could be improved as my experience at the restaurant was average. Overall, a pleasant stay but not without its drawbacks.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were clean and quiet but very small, which made it feel a bit cramped.

Service

8.0

The staff was very attentive and helpful, which I appreciated during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location was terrific, offering great beach access and proximity to various activities.

Dining

5.0

I found the dining experience at the restaurant to be average, as I wasn't overly impressed with the food.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but there is room for improvement, especially in terms of dining options.

Richard

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.8/10

The hotel has a perfect location right on the beach, providing easy access to everything we needed. The rooms were small but adequate and included some nice amenities, like complimentary robes. Unfortunately, the service left much to be desired, as staff seemed overwhelmed and not very friendly. Overall, it's a good spot, but the experience could be improved.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small but adequate, and I loved the complimentary robes they provided.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking due to the low staff levels, which resulted in poor attitudes from the front desk and other team members.

Location

10.0

The location is incredible, right on the beach and conveniently close to everything we needed.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

Although the facilities were nice, the overall experience was affected by the staff's attitude and lack of attentiveness.

Jesse

United States of America, November 2024

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location is absolutely stunning, right on the beach and perfect for a laid-back resort vibe. However, the rooms were quite cramped and lacked windows, making them feel a bit dark and stuffy. The service was great, with friendly and accommodating staff, but the dining options left a lot to be desired, especially for breakfast. Overall, it has its perks, but the room situation isn't ideal.

Rooms

5.0

The suite was much smaller than expected, with no windows and a dark atmosphere. It felt a bit cramped for two people.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent and very accommodating. The staff were delightful and always ready to help.

Location

10.0

The hotel is in a great location, right on the beach with a beautiful view and a relaxed vibe perfect for unwinding.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a bit disappointing, featuring mostly basic breakfast items without much elegance typical of such a high-end hotel.

Facilities

6.0

The amenities were decent, but nothing felt particularly luxurious or spacious.

Lewis

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.6/10

I had a great experience at this hotel! The location was perfect, just a short distance from the beach, and the rooms offered breathtaking views of the Gulf. The staff was friendly and attentive, making my stay even more enjoyable. However, I found the dining options a bit lacking, especially at breakfast. Overall, it was a lovely visit with some minor areas for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small but adequate, with breathtaking views of the Gulf. However, there was a noticeable smell in one of the rooms which was a bit off-putting.

Service

9.0

The staff were excellent ambassadors for the hotel; friendly and helpful throughout my stay. I appreciated the complimentary chairs, umbrellas, and towels provided for the beach.

Location

10.0

The location felt like a relaxing retreat with everything we needed nearby. The outdoor bar and beautiful pool areas were a great addition.

Dining

5.0

The dining was decent, but I felt like there could be more variety at the breakfast buffet. It didn't always meet my expectations.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel's facilities were nice, featuring two pools and clean areas, but could use a bit more attention for the outdoor bar and service.

Alex

United Kingdom, September 2024

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the service was absolutely outstanding and the beach location was beautiful, I faced some challenges with room access and the dining options were quite limited. The price feels a bit steep for what was offered, especially given the small rooms and their outdated feel.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were nice but reminded me a bit of NYC midtown hotel rooms, being quite small and with a very small window.

Service

10.0

The service was the best thing about the hotel; the staff printed our boarding passes and were extremely helpful throughout our stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located on a lovely stretch of beach, although it's quite remote. The area is clean and inviting.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was lacking, featuring mostly basic breakfast items and a lack of elegance. I only ate there once because the food didn't impress me.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were decent, but overall, the whole place could use a complete re-do to feel more modern.

Owen

United Kingdom, September 2024

7.2/10

The hotel has a stunning location right by the beach, making it perfect for a relaxing getaway. The suites are beautiful, but a bit small and the lack of separation between the rooms was surprising. The service was mostly friendly, although the front desk staff seemed a bit overwhelmed at times. Overall, while it has great amenities, the pricing felt a bit high for what we received in terms of room size and dining.

Rooms

7.0

The suite was beautiful but a little small, and there was no door separating the two rooms.

Service

7.0

The staff was courteous and offered us a glass of champagne, but the front desk manager seemed overwhelmed and not overly nice.

Location

9.0

Loved that I could walk right out to the beautiful beach directly from the resort property.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience at the Porch was average; it took two hours and wasn’t worth the price.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities were nice, although I'm not sure they fully justified the higher price.

Tyler

United States of America, September 2024

7.0/10

The hotel had a stunning location with beautiful beach access, but it felt overcrowded at times. The rooms were decent, showing some wear and tear, but the staff was professional and accommodating. While the dining experience was alright, there was definitely room for improvement in both selection and service speed. Overall, it provided good value for money considering the amenities offered.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were decent but showed some wear, like a hole in the ceiling that was patched up. They were perfect for our stay, though not luxurious.

Service

6.0

The service was hit or miss, with some staff being incredibly helpful with our needs and others not so welcoming. It felt like inconsistency was an issue.

Location

8.0

The location was stunning, right on St. Pete's beach with a lot of wildlife around. However, it did get overcrowded at times.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was decent but not upscale. It featured mostly basic breakfast items and was a bit slow on our last day.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained, especially the pool area, which was enjoyable to use.

Mark

United States of America, September 2024

6.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location on St Pete Beach is beautiful, and the staff was incredibly friendly. However, the rooms were on the smaller side, not as clean as expected, and didn't feel worth the high price tag. Dining was lackluster, and several amenities were out of order, which was disappointing.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were pretty small for the price I paid, and I noticed some cleanliness issues like ants and moldy drywall in the bathroom. It seriously didn’t feel like a luxurious stay at all.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and welcoming, which I appreciated. They quickly delivered meals after an order mix-up, so that was a plus.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located right on St Pete Beach, which is stunning. I loved that aspect of it; being so close to the beach made it worth it.

Dining

5.0

I only dined there once because the food didn’t impress me much, and I ended up listening to my family complain about being hungry due to a slow waitress.

Facilities

5.0

Unfortunately, many amenities weren’t operational, which was quite disappointing. I expected better from a hotel of this price range.

Layla

United Kingdom, September 2024

8.0/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, enjoying the comfortable and nicely decorated rooms. The staff went above and beyond with their friendliness and helpfulness, which made my experience memorable. However, I did find the dining service to be a bit slow and some areas could have been cleaner. Overall, it's a good spot with great value for money, especially considering the location near the beach.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were nicely decorated and quite comfortable, though on the smaller side.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, really adding to the positive vibe of the place.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic, with easy access to the beach and nearby restaurants.

Dining

5.0

Dining was a mixed bag; the food was good, but the service was unusually slow on my last day.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-kept, making the overall atmosphere enjoyable.

Charles

United States of America, July 2024

7.8/10

I had a lovely solo vacation at this hotel, enjoying its rich history and friendly staff. The location was absolutely stunning, right by the beach with lots of wildlife around. I appreciated the gluten-free options available, but I found the dining experience a bit lacking in variety for breakfast. Overall, it's a great spot with comfortable accommodation, but the need to cross a busy road to get to the hotel from parking was a bit inconvenient.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were nice and modern, with a view of the Gulf. However, they were similar to some NYC midtown hotel rooms and should not accommodate four people comfortably.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, and I was pleasantly surprised by their willingness to accommodate special requests like gluten-free options.

Location

10.0

The hotel is in a beautiful location with a stunning beach full of wildlife, perfect for a laid-back resort atmosphere.

Dining

5.0

The dining area had a beautiful setting, but I was a bit disappointed with the limited selection at breakfast. It felt a bit basic and not reflective of the hotel’s elegance.

Facilities

8.0

The facility features like the spa next to the gym were clean and inviting, adding to the overall experience.