The Don CeSar

Hotels
8.5 (971 reviews)
3400 Gulf Boulevard , St Pete Beach , us
+1 844-959-0071

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Beautiful location
Excellent amenities
Cons:
Poor food quality
Room conditions not as expected

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Several guests mentioned cleanliness positively, while one review indicated poor room conditions.
Service
9.55
Most reviews highlight outstanding service, especially at the pool and beach.
Location
9.59
The location by the beach is frequently praised and considered a significant advantage.
Room Quality
7.54
One review indicated that the room was not of luxury quality as contracted.
Amenities
9.57
Guests enjoyed the pool, beach area, and amenities extensively.
Value for Money
7.53
One review expressed that the hotel was overpriced for the service and conditions.
Food and Beverage
7.08
Multiple negative comments about the food quality and service at the restaurant.
Overall Experience
9.05
General consensus is that despite some negatives, the overall experience is enjoyable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 13:15

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Services

The Don CeSar, known as The Pink Palace, offers a lavish experience with 2 heated pools, beachfront location, and beach yoga. Indulge in a signature treatment at Spa Oceana or enjoy in-room dining with Gulf of Mexico views.

Culinary Delights

Maritana Grille delights guests with locally-sourced ingredients and stunning saltwater aquarium views. The Sea Porch offers comfort-food menus, while Uncle Andy’s Ice Cream Parlor serves Starbucks coffee and decadent ice creams.

Convenient Location and Activities

Located in St. Pete Beach, Florida, this pet-friendly hotel provides easy access to The Dalí Museum, Fort De Soto Park, and Tropicana Field. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, concierge service, and jet ski rentals during your stay.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at The Don CeSar!

Important information:

Please note a maximum of 2 pets are permitted in select rooms. Charges may be applicable for each pet. Contact hotel for details.

Please note the property is undergoing renovation and guests may experience noise and dust.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TPA

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Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 971 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.59
Room Quality: 7.54
Amenities: 9.57
Value for Money: 7.53
Food and Beverage: 7.08
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Laurent • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • us
8
A very lovely hotel, takes your breath away.
Pros:

The pool area and beach were excellent.

Cons:

Would be nice if they had an outside hot tub

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Millie • couple • us
1
Cons:

Fire alarm went off three times . Property is old and not well maintained.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Owen • family_with_children • gb
5
Very pricey with limited things to do
Pros:

Its History and location to the beach

Cons:

Did not get checked until 5:30 and had a restless 8 year old with us. We then did not receive the call we were told we would get when the room was ready.
A rather expensive room for what you get and the buffet breakfast was cold.
Se we decided to leave Saturday afternoon rather than stay another night.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

Great facilities and location.

Cons:

Families playing football and throwing balls in the pool. Kept hitting everyone.
Staff did nothing.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Nadine • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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GILBERTO • couple • us
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Nurys • couple • us
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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charles • couple • us
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Whitney • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • family_with_children • pe
9
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Gabrielle • family_with_children • us
7
It was nice
Pros:

It was nice that it was on beach.

Cons:

Room was tiny and outdated. Stairs were a lot with a stroller and kids.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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DaveTun • Family • Sevenoaks, Sevenoaks District, Kent, England
8
Lovely Hotel.
Pros:

This is an iconic hotel, great location, beautiful beach, great staff.
The pool area is very nice, and the pool bar staff are exceptionally nice guys.
The main bar is a very nice ambiance but not cheap!
In our opinion, the restaurant menus are a bit random, but that’s our opinion.
We would visit again

2026-07-29 • via Tripadvisor
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Journey758218 • Couples
8
Very nice trip
Pros:

Incredible experience, from the two outstanding front desk Nat and Andrew to the outside pool personnel. Rooms were great. Hotel very clean.
Now the not so great… Vallet personal (Scott) rude and unfriendly! Expressed concern with no acknowledgement from mgmt! Lunch at Society Restaurant less than a quality experience, unfortunately the only option for lunch….

2026-07-29 • via Tripadvisor
9
902jeanettep • Family • Kent, England
6
Not impressed
Pros:

Checked into hotel and was given very little information. Our room overlooked the road and the building site. Was woken by noise every morning by workmen and disturbed in the evening by road noise. For the cost per night this was just not satisfactory.
Steps lead to the entrance so when travelling with 3 toddlers 2 of which in strollers it’s not ideal. Only once did staff assist carrying them up the stairs.
Noticed afterwards that when Americans checked in they were given lots of information, very accommodating, balls for children etc. Staff would just appear to help them with bags, cases etc. We were not given the same service. Not sure if it’s because we are from the UK but could most definitely sense we were treated differently.
Cost of restaurant and drinks was extortionate!
We wasn’t told about the free shuttle to nearby restaurants until day 4 when my husband went to guest services to book a restaurant.
Pool area is nice, however 1 attendant was quite rude when we asked for umbrella to be moved, food in restaurants was nice but not a big menu selection.
Great gym.
Had to stay another night as child was really unwell and the room again was by road and building site so woken early again from noise. Requested crib which had no sheet! Requested kettle but they didn’t know what a kettle was!
Was very very very disappointed, the cost was astronomical for this trip, we should have felt like royalty but didn’t, it was just not good value at all and I’m left wanting another holiday.

2026-07-24 • via Tripadvisor
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Brittany • family_with_children • ca
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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De Souza • family_with_children • us
7
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Keren • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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AvidTraveler819 • Business
10
Wonderful Time & Perfect Service At Don CeSar!
Pros:

We had a wonderful time at Don CeSar this week. The service was truly unmatched. Servers Katie and Jackie were top notch. We had a running joke that Katie moonlights as a mind reader, she was that on top of things before we even had to ask!

The lobby bar staff took excellent care of our team and clients joining us each evening. Erza, our bearded friends (we believe Dan & Pat?) and the lovely young blonde bartender were all rockstars.

Our only suggestion is to ensure the elevators are all working properly for a business conference. We still rate our experience as 5 stars!

2026-07-18 • via Tripadvisor
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Melissa • couple • us
10
Best Hotel Ever!!!!!!
Pros:

Everything is incredible! There is so much to do, the food and amenities are outstanding!

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee