The Don CeSar
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The Don CeSar
No. 4 of Cultural Hotels in Florida
3400 Gulf Blvd, Saint Pete Beach, Florida 33706, United States
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Highlights
Ideal location
Lots to do
Delicious breakfast
Pets welcomeAmenities
Golf Course
Outdoor swimming pool
Exclusive Beach Area
Surfing
Sauna
Spa
Massage Room
Fitness Room
All amenities
Property Description
Located in St. Pete Beach, The Don CeSar is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Eckerd College and John's Pass Village & Boardwalk. This beach hotel is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Salvador Dali Museum.
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8.7/10
Cleanliness8.7
Amenities8.7
Location8.7
Service8.7
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Surroundings
Airport: St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport
(32.3 km)
Airport: Tampa International Airport
(44.5 km)
Train: Clearwater,Fl- St. Petersburg (STP)
(33.3 km)
Train: Tampa, FL Union Station
(50.0 km)
Landmarks: Public Access
(110m)
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Overview
Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
2
Luxury King Room
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Minibar
TV
Blackout curtains
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
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Newly Renovated Luxury Two Queen Room
2 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Hot water (24 hours)
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Newly Renovated Grand King Room
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Hot water (24 hours)
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2
Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds
2 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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1
Grand King Room
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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3
Grand Room, 2 Double Beds
2 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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Newly Renovated Grand Two Queen Room
2 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Hot water (24 hours)
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3
King Luxury Junior Suite
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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2
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Junior)
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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2
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible
2 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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Newly Renovated Luxury Junior Two Queen Suite
2 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Hot water (24 hours)
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1
Deluxe King Room With Balcony
1 King bed and 1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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1
Newly Renovated Luxury King Room
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Hot water (24 hours)
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3
Grand King Room With Balcony
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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4
Junior Suite, 2 Double Beds (Luxury)
2 Double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
TV
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Newly Renovated Deluxe Junior King Suite with Balcony and City View
1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Hot water (24 hours)
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Guest Reviews
8.7/10
Very Good
102 reviews
- Cleanliness8.7
- Amenities8.7
- Location8.7
- Service8.7
Average for similar properties in Saint Pete Beach
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Location and Environment: The hotel is praised for its perfect location and beautiful surroundings, including a private beach that guests find uncrowded and stunning. The historic and iconic nature of the hotel adds to its charm, making it a memorable place for vacationers.(based on 2 reviews)
Guest User
July 13, 2023
We have been going to the Don CeSar for 15 years. We like to refer to this as “our place“. We absolutely love it. The beach is not crowded and the beauty of the Pink Palace is unmatched. We have noticed over the years that some things have changed for the better, and some things for the worse, but overall, the  integrity of the Don has remained intact. Highly recommend! 
Guest User
March 29, 2023
Perfect location
White powder beach
Extremely Friendly and hospitable staff
Lovely hotel decor and ambiance
Clean updated room
Nesha
August 19, 2025
My recent stay was TERRIBLE at The Don CeSar in St. Petersburg, Florida, which I booked through ******* as a VIP Access property. As a long-standing ******* VIP Gold member, I deliberately chose this hotel in order to receive the additional perks and benefits that come with my status. Unfortunately, none of these benefits were honored.
Upon check-in, the reception staff was not warm and inviting and informed me that they could not see my VIP Gold membership in their system and therefore could not extend any benefits. I contacted ******* multiple times in an attempt to resolve this matter, but despite my efforts, no benefits were provided throughout my stay.
It is deeply disappointing that a hotel categorized as a VIP Access property would fail to recognize and deliver the benefits that are clearly advertised. This undermines the credibility of Expedia’s VIP program and left me questioning the value of booking through *******.
The staff at the front desk, especially Isabella needs extra training given the calibre of this hotel!
Carolina
August 18, 2025
Room had issues with air conditioner and after second day they wanted to move me to another room but for us was too much picking and moving so they solved only by offering $200 credit witch I think wasn’t enough for the inconvenience
Elias
August 16, 2025
Extremely limited and overpriced restaurant/bar menu options; stayed in two rooms within 6 days. Beds were uncomfortable in addition to the noisy, loud, and ineffective air conditioning units in both rooms.
Verified traveler
August 14, 2025
Passing on the cost of their rebuild to us!
We always stay at the Don every year on our honeymoon. This year we went in right after they had just refurbished the building after the hurricane that closed them for 6 months. While we were happy to see them open and see the familiar faces, their prices have doubled across the board, probably to make up for lost revenue. Everything from food to drinks to morning coffee was exorbitantly ridiculous. We will definitely be considering this when we plan next years vacation.
Robert
August 6, 2025
Hotel was lacking the polish of a Ritz-Carlton experience. Seemed like lots of deferred maintenance; stained or unclean carpeting (particularly noteworthy was stained 2nd floor carpeting); trees on resort needed grooming. Hotel room didn’t have garbage bags lining the baskets and when we did so the bags are way bigger than the wastebaskets, which was strange and aesthetically bad. Onsite restaurant Society Table was very slow service; prob sat there for 15 mins before being served water.
All of this said, the Don CeSar was nailed by Hurricane Helene and shutdown for 6 months. In fairness, many of the above details may have been missed bc they’ve had such bigger issues to address in order to get The Don back up and running operationally.
Natt
August 9, 2025
I liked the property and the beds were comfy tip they have valet parking that i think is mandatory
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Golf Course
Off-site
Outdoor swimming pool
Exclusive Beach Area
Surfing
Off-site
Sauna
Additional charge
Spa
Additional charge
Massage Room
Fitness Room
Public parking
Additional charge
Car Charging Facilities
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Business Center
Babysitting Services
Additional charge
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Outdoor swimming pool
Exclusive Beach Area
Spa
Fitness Room
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, US$35.03 (approx. MXN$643.55) Daily. Reservation not needed.
Public parking
Additional charge
Car charging facilities
Valet Parking
Additional charge
Business services
Fax/Copying Service
Additional charge
Wedding Service
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Business Center
Front desk services
24-Hour Front Desk
Concierge Service
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Food & drink
Bar
Room Service
Public areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
ATM
Elevator
Health & wellness
Spa
Additional charge
Sailing
Off-site
Surfing
Off-site
Golf Course
Off-site
Hairdressing and Beauty Center
Fitness Room
Massage Room
Sauna
Additional charge
Parasailing
Off-site
Body Care
Yoga Session
Activities
Beach Umbrella
Exclusive Beach Area
Game Room
Fishing
Off-site
Cleaning services
Dry Cleaning
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Clothes Dryer
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Facilities for children
Babysitting Services
Additional charge
Children's Desktop Game/ Jigsaw Puzzle
Children's Meals Available
Accessibility
Assistive Listening Devices
Braille Signage
Handrails in Stairways
Pool Ramp Available
Stair-Free Property Entrance
Wheelchairs Available On-Site
Accessible Rooms Available
Safety & security
Security Alarm
Smoke Detector
First-Aid Kit
Security Personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 16:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
StyleSet menu
Opening hours[Mon - Sun] 06:00-10:30 Open
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Set menu:US$25.00 (approx. MXN$459.29) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Fee: Contact the property for details
Service animals
Service animals are allowed on request
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 21 years old
Paying at the hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1928
- Number of Rooms: 237
Phone:+1-727-3601881
Located in St. Pete Beach, The Don CeSar is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Eckerd College and John's Pass Village & Boardwalk. This beach hotel is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Salvador Dali Museum.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this Mediterranean hotel include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy seafood at The Rowe Bar, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in St. Pete Beach? This hotel has 38000 square feet (3530 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 277 guestrooms featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. 36-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this Mediterranean hotel include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy seafood at The Rowe Bar, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in St. Pete Beach? This hotel has 38000 square feet (3530 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 277 guestrooms featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. 36-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Don CeSar?
Check-in at The Don CeSar is from 16:00 and check-out is by 11:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at The Don CeSar?
Does The Don CeSar have a swimming pool?
Yes, The Don CeSar has a pool.Does The Don CeSar have a swimming pool?
Are pets allowed at The Don CeSar?
Yes, pets are welcome at The Don CeSar, but it is best to call ahead to confirm.Are pets allowed at The Don CeSar?
How much does it cost to stay at The Don CeSar?
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Which airport is closest to The Don CeSar?
The nearest airport is St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport, just about 24 mins from hotel by car (32.3 km) away.Which airport is closest to The Don CeSar?
What is the cancellation policy for The Don CeSar?
The cancellation policy for The Don CeSar depends on the room type and booking terms.What is the cancellation policy for The Don CeSar?
About This Property
| Nearest Airport | St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport |
|---|---|
| Distance to Airport | 32.25KM |
| Nearest Train Station | Clearwater,Fl- St. Petersburg (STP) |
| Distance to Train Station | 33.27KM |
| Average Price From | MXN11471 |
| Hotel Star Rating | 4 |