Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave

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Tru by Hilton
8.6 (894 reviews)
20 17th St. South , St Petersburg , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Great location
Pet-friendly
Cons:
Expensive valet parking
Cleanliness could improve
Room sizes may be small

Categories

Cleanliness
8.24
Some guests found cleanliness could be improved, but generally acceptable.
Service
9.41
Overall, guests praised the staff, especially Keke and Nick, for their helpfulness and friendliness.
Location
9.25
Many guests highlighted the hotel's prime location in Downtown St. Pete.
Room Quality
8.4
Rooms were generally nice, but a few reviews mentioned small room sizes.
Amenities
8.23
Valet parking and breakfast were available, but parking options were limited.
Value for Money
7.99
Some felt that valet parking fees and overall costs were on the higher side.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Breakfast received positive feedback from guests.
Overall Experience
8.81
Despite a few drawbacks, guests overall had a positive experience and would recommend the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 23:32

Property Description

Modern Accommodations
Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave offers contemporary non-smoking rooms with amenities like free WiFi and TV, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Convenient Facilities
Guests can enjoy the convenience of concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Additionally, vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site for a quick bite.

Prime Location
Located near Tropicana Field, this hotel provides easy access to popular attractions like Chihuly Collection and The Dali' Museum. With water sports facilities and a sun terrace, Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave is the perfect choice for your next stay.

Book now for a memorable experience at Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave!

Important information:

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.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 30 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 894 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.24
Service: 9.41
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 8.23
Value for Money: 7.99
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Pedro • couple • us
9
Pros:

Hotel staffing, the hotel was very clean and ofer excellent breakfast

Cons:

To paid for valet parking

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Ted • couple • us
10
Good value
Pros:

All good

Cons:

No complaints

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Prasanna • solo_traveller • in
8
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • us
10
Comfort of bed and cleanliness of room were 10 out of 10!
Pros:

The cleanliness and comfort. The area around the hotel was nice as well.

Cons:

Cost of valet was a bit high from other hotels I’ve stayed at in St Pete

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Gail • family_with_children • us
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Seleslie • couple • us
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Comfort, everything else

Cons:

Elevator issues, long wait time

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Kate • solo_traveller • us
9
Welcoming place to stay, would gladly stay again!
Pros:

Friendly staff, well thought out rooms and toiletries, nice lobby with coffee, tea and breakfast in the mornings. Good soundproofing in the rooms.

Cons:

Pillows and bedding could have been a little nicer, but it was decent.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Linda • extended_group • us
8
The person who checked us out was unfriendly and disconnected from his job
Pros:

Location

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Shannay • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • us
10
100% recommend
Cons:

The staff was wonderful. Excellent customer service

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Lori • solo_traveller • ca
9
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Donnette • couple • us
10
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • mx
7
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Ron • couple • us
10
Great place would stay here again!
Pros:

Close to Tropicana for baseball game!

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Anna Kristina • solo_traveller • ph
4
Pros:

The personnel were helpful and kind.

Cons:

It could have been cleaner and more comfortable.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Kim • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The location had a lot of places around it to explore and really good restaurants. It was close to the highway to travel to and from Tampa. The staff were extremely nice and helpful. There were activities and games to play with for the younger kids.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
• couple • us
7
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Landis • couple • us
9
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Terry • couple • us
9
Excellent!
Pros:

Great location. Clean and comfortable!

Cons:

Price - way too much, but comparable to the area/competition.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee