The Don Cesar

St Pete Beach, Clearwater and St Pete

Luxury Room
Luxury Room
Maritana
Spa Oceana, rooftop garden
Maritana
Maritana
Uncle Andy's Ice Cream Parlour
The Rowe Bar, Loews Don Cesar, St Pete Beach, Gulf Coast, Florida, USA
Sea Porch Restaurant
Luxury Room
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Luxury Room
Maritana
Spa Oceana, rooftop garden
Maritana
Maritana
Uncle Andy's Ice Cream Parlour
The Rowe Bar, Loews Don Cesar, St Pete Beach, Gulf Coast, Florida, USA
Sea Porch Restaurant

The hotel

The stomping ground of celebrities past and present (think F Scott Fitzgerald in earlier years and Justin Timberlake more recently), The Don CeSar Hotel is regarded as Florida’s legendary Pink Palace. Registered with the Historic Hotels of America, it effortlessly blends the Great Gatsby era of pampering with modern European grandeur. Picture-perfect in every way, the beach is a wonderful place to relax or indulge in a variety of exciting water sports – kite surfing anyone? There are also 2 beautifully furnished beachfront swimming pools to take advantage of, so grab a good book and some sun cream and enjoy! Whilst you’re busy, chilling out or enjoying a pampering session at the spa perhaps, the kids will be having at ball at Camp Cesar. Enjoy the family-friendly touches – there are kid’s menus and even a cupboard full of toys to play with! Even a dedicated retail shop carrying all the essentials to keep kids and teens happy and active. At Camp Cesar, however, they’ll have the time of their lives, participating in beach crafts, seashell hunting, castle contests and pool games. Dine around The Don at one of our many restaurants or lounges. Enjoy dining al fresco for Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner at Sea Porch, experience an exquisite evening at Maritana Grille, or take in the stunning sunset views with coastal cuisine and cool cocktails at Rowe Bar.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Families
  • Kids Club
  • Room Service
  • Wheelchair access
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Beachfront location
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Restaurant
  • Sailing

Where is it

Facing the Gulf of Mexico and overlooking the white sand dunes of St Pete Beach.

Hotel information

277 rooms and suites. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV with pay-per-view films, telephone, WiFi, mini-bar*, tea/coffee maker, hairdryer, radio alarm clock, iron and board. Luxury Rooms are 250 sq ft and have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Grand Rooms are 250 sq ft and have views of the beach and Gulf of Mexico, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Deluxe Junior Suites are 400 sq ft and have city views, with spacious living area with sofa bed and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Luxury Junior Suites are 400 sq ft and have partial views of the Gulf of Mexico, with spacious living area with sofa bed and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

  • Free night offer: Receive every 4th night free, for stays completed between 1 Jun-20 Dec '20 and 1 Jun-20 Dec '21.

    Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. 

Close by attractions include Busch Gardens®, the Dali Museum and downtown St Petersburg – just 15 minutes away. Self-parking $24 plus tax per day, and valet parking from $31 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Maritana (fresh seafood dishes with an extensive wine list, dinner), Society Table (Florida Gulf cuisine), Beacon Pool Bar & Lookout (poolside bites), Rowe Bar, Uncle Andy's Market (ice creams, shakes, pastries and coffee), Lobby Bar.

2 beachfront swimming pools, whirlpool. 24-hour fitness centre. Spa Oceana* with salon and rooftop lounge. Water sports* including kayak and paddleboard rental. Beach yoga, beach track, water yoga, restorative yoga and zumba. Camp Cesar* (4-12 years) complimentary for 3 hours — activities include scavenger hunts and weekly dive-in movies. Bicycle rentals*.

Room service*. Concierge service*. Shoppes at the Don (sundries to swim-wear). Complimentary WiFi throughout. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*.

This hotel has a resort fee of $38 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee includes use of the following amenities - Premium Plus WiFi Plan - Complimentary bicycle rental - Daily rental of up to 3 beach loungers and one umbrella per day - Fitness Center access - Family and children activities. ** Subject to change, adhering to COVID safety protocols** - Yoga and aerobic classes daily - Non-motorised watersport rentals (between 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM) - Two bottled waters daily - In-room coffee - Pool & beach games - Airline boarding pass printing - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. To discover all the special assistance services we offer please see additional information below.

*Denotes local charge

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Oct 22, 2021 Lorraine B Springfield, Missouri

The Don CeSar is a luxury hotel with excellent accommodations. We watched the sunset from their beach in very comfortable seats. The bar area, both inside and out, was spotless and well staffed. We waited a bit until our room was inspected and treated to a drink by the hotel while we waited. They called before we were able to even finish the… Read more
The Don CeSar is a luxury hotel with excellent accommodations. We watched the sunset from their beach in very comfortable seats. The bar area, both inside and out, was spotless and well staffed. We waited a bit until our room was inspected and treated to a drink by the hotel while we waited. They called before we were able to even finish the drink! Lovely surroundings and old time charm with modern accommodations. Will go back anytime. Read less
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Oct 22, 2021 shelleyfennell72 Saint Clair Shores, Michigan

Room was decent. Staff was always in a rush and not always pleasant or helpful to guests who weren’t part of one of the weddings that were going on. Service at the restaurant was horrible and staff was rude.
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Oct 19, 2021 delta_skymiles Atlanta, Georgia

Only in Florida can you find the "Pink Palace" Don't come here is you are looking for an ultra modern hotel, it was built in 1928, it's packed with history and charm. The Don CeSar is know by names, "The Don", "The Pink Palace", directly facing the Gulf of Mexico. I had good poolside service for food and drinks, try the fish taco's. Just be… Read more
Only in Florida can you find the "Pink Palace" Don't come here is you are looking for an ultra modern hotel, it was built in 1928, it's packed with history and charm. The Don CeSar is know by names, "The Don", "The Pink Palace", directly facing the Gulf of Mexico. I had good poolside service for food and drinks, try the fish taco's. Just be warned the hotel is charming but expensive. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great place but they need to eliminate 3rd party vendors

Oct 19, 2021 Wander22257724055

They wanted to charge $5 for charging my Tesla after paying $600 for room and $30 for valet. It would require me to walk down the steep steps in heels to use my credit card to pay the $5 at the charging station after valet! They said it was due to 3rd party vendor charging system. Why not just include it in cost and have valet hook it up?! Also… Read more
They wanted to charge $5 for charging my Tesla after paying $600 for room and $30 for valet. It would require me to walk down the steep steps in heels to use my credit card to pay the $5 at the charging station after valet! They said it was due to 3rd party vendor charging system. Why not just include it in cost and have valet hook it up?! Also there were no towels available for beach/pool. This service is also run by a 3rd party. Read less
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Oct 18, 2021 R3275HNelaines Delray Beach, Florida

We were here on an anniversary trip and we sure picked the wrong place to stay at. This hotel boasts to be 4 stars but the only thing holding it it’s is history. And that is also it’s downfall. Hotel is very old and outdated. We got there and found the room dirty with hairs all over the bathroom and make up stains on the towels. We were changed to… Read more
We were here on an anniversary trip and we sure picked the wrong place to stay at. This hotel boasts to be 4 stars but the only thing holding it it’s is history. And that is also it’s downfall. Hotel is very old and outdated. We got there and found the room dirty with hairs all over the bathroom and make up stains on the towels. We were changed to a different room, and again the same conditions or worse. They charge for resort fees and when we got to the beach at roughly 9 am there were at least 6 attendees hanging out in the shack and no one came to help us set up by the beach. All the lounge chairs were soaked, no towels to be found, and I won’t even get started on the pool. Stay somewhere else! Read less