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The Don CeSar Hotel

St. Pete Beach, United States

90 Excellent 1766 Reviews
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  • Breakfast Daily
  • $100 Hotel Credit
  • VIP Status
  • WiFi
  • Upgrade
  • Early Check-in

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The Don CeSar Hotel
Known as the "Pink Palace" for its distinct color and magnificent architecture, The Don CeSar was named the Best Historic Hotel of America for 2015. This world-class hotel with charming history was built in 1928 and is designed to provide both comfort and value. Discover a luxurious paradise at Don CeSar Hotel, St Pete Beach’s only Four-Diamond hotel, a repeat winner for over 30 years. Located directly on award-winning powder white sand beach, this iconic resort offers barefoot elegance for families, honeymooners and everyone who wishes to spend their vacations being treated like royalty.

Find Your Bliss in the 11,000-square-foot Spa Oceana or indulge in award-winning cuisine at The Maritana Grille. Send the kids to Camp CeSar where they can explore and flourish through exciting and educational activities. Rejuvenate with some beach yoga or simply breathe in the refreshing ocean air and get pampered at the two crystal-clear, heated, beachfront pools. With its multi-million renovation, the legendary Pink Palace offers a lengthy list of wonderful amenities to help you create your own personalized retreat.

Exclusive Perks at The Don CeSar

$100, Upgrade, Breakfast and More in St. Pete Beach

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The Don CeSar – Florida's Legendary Pink Palace – rises like an oasis from the sugar white sands of St. Pete Beach as a radiant reminder of what it means to escape the ordinary. The historic playground has been completely revived with enhancements spanning from the historic Lobby and all guest rooms to a new roof top pool bar and elevated dining experiences. It is the revival of an icon with the founding member of the Historic Hotels of America heightening its legendary grandeur as the sun-seekers paradise for many years to come

Guests making reservations through Five Star Alliance under the "Five Star Signature Package" or "Five Star Signature Suites & Villas" will also receive the following amenities:

  • Breakfast Daily
  • $100 Hotel Credit
  • VIP Status
  • WiFi
  • Upgrade
  • Early Check-in
  • Late Check-out
Terms and Conditions
Reservations must be made through Five Star Alliance under the “5 Star Signature Package." Full breakfast is provided for two daily at Society Table. A $100 hotel credit is provided once during stay. Upgrade, early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability at time of check-in and departure.

Hotel Address:
  • The Don CeSar Hotel
  • 3400 Gulf Boulevard
  • St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
  • United States

Location Summary
Featured in the Guinness Book of Records for the most consecutive days of sunshine (768), St. Petersburg/Clearwater has an annual average temperature of 73 degrees and boasts 361 days of sunshine each year. Don CeSar Beach Resort is located directly on St Pete Beach. It is a 10-15 minutes away from downtown St Petersburg and the Dali Museum. Tampa is approximately 30 minutes away and Orlando is about one hour away.

Directions to Hotel
Directions From Orlando - Take I-4 West to 275 South, going through Tampa, heading across the Howard Frankland Bridge towards St. Petersburg. Continue south on I-275, approximately 20 miles to exit 17, marked Pinellas Bayway/St. Pete Beach. You are now heading west. You will pass Eckerd College on the left, and proceed through a toll booth. This will take you over a series of 3 bridges. You will see the Don CeSar (The Pink Castle) straight ahead of you. The main entrance to the resort is your last left, one block before the traffic signal for Gulf Boulevard. For valet parking and the bellstaff, proceed up the ramp. Self-parking is available on the left side as you turn into the parking lot.

Directions From Tampa International Airport - The Don CeSar Beach Resort is located 30 minutes from the Tampa International Airport. Follow the airport exit to I-275 South, heading across the Howard Frankland Bridge toward St. Petersburg. Continuing South on I-275, approximately 20 miles, to exit #17 (old exit #4) marked Pinellas Bayway/St. Pete Beach. You will now be heading west. You will pass Eckerd College on the left, and proceed through a toll booth. This will take you over a series of 3 bridges. You will see the Don CeSar (The Pink Castle) straight ahead of you. The main entrance to the resort is your last left, one block before the traffic signal for Gulf Boulevard. For valet parking and the bellstaff, proceed up the ramp. Self-parking is available on the left side as you turn into the parking lot.

Directions From The Sarasota Area - Take I-75 North to I-275 North and cross the Sunshine Skyway Bridge to Exit # 17 marked Pinellas Bayway/St. Pete Beach. This exit is the one which departs off to the left. At the light at the end of the exit ramp, turn left. You will pass Eckerd College on the left, and proceed through the toll booth. This will take you over a series of 3 bridges. You will see the Don CeSar (The pink castle) straight ahead of you. The main entrance sign is on the left hand side of the road, one block before the traffic signal for Gulf Boulevard.
Awards
Travel And Leisure Award
Note Bene
The Don CeSar won Best Historic Hotel of America in 2015. The icon was an army hospital during the 2nd World War. The hotel won Best Hotel in St Petersburg Clearwater area by USA Today as well as Visit St Pete Clearwater in 2015. For many years, the hotel has been featured as one of the top family-friendly resorts in Florida by the Daily Telegraph UK.
Disabled Access
ADA compliant rooms available.
Child Programs
Camp CeSar for kids ages 4-12 offering great activities such as scavenger hunts and dive-in movies.
Pets Allowed
The hotel offers avarierty of pet amenities, a pet food menu, as well as pet massages.
Pool Outdoor
Two Outdoor pools available with Jacuzzi.
Spa Facility
Spa Oceana and Roof Top Garden offer a breathtaking view of the Gulf.
Beach
Seven-and-one-half miles of powdery shores for strolling, shelling or sunning. Or, skim the Gulf on waverunners, catamarans, kayaks, paddle cats, aqua bikes or get a gull's-eye view by parasail. Seaside landlubbers pass the time with horseshoes and volleyball, or just unwind in the shade of colorful cabanas. Daily sailing and waverunning clinics available.
Boating
Kayak, paddle boards, are windsurfing are available.
Fishing - Ocean
Sport fishing is an angler's dream with trophy winners of marlin, sailfish and kingfish. Bottom fishing adventurers drop for grouper, snapper and amberjack, while those on shore cast for tarpon, redfish, trout and snook.
Tennis Courts Nearby
Hotel guests can use the Har-true courts located nearby, transportation is provided
Volleyball
Beach volleyball available daily
Recommended Rooms
Penthouse Suite - Two bedroom suite with an over-sized veranda overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.


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Hotel Amenities
  • - Banquets & Meetings
    - Business Center
    - Meeting Space
    - Disabled Access
    - Executive Retreat
    - Fine Dining On Site
    - Fine Dining Nearby
    - Fitness Center
    - High Speed Internet
    - Child Programs
    - Pets Allowed
    - Pool Outdoor
    - Spa Facility
Available Activities
  • - Ballooning Hot Air
    - Beach
    - Biking Touring
    - Boating
    - Dining
    - Gliding
    - Golfing
    - Jet Skiing
    - Jogging Running
    - Sailing
    - Scuba Diving
    - Shopping
    - Tennis Courts Nearby
    - Volleyball
    - Water Skiing
    - Windsurfing


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