The Birchwood

Hotels
8.7 (658 reviews)
340 Beach Drive Northeast , St Petersburg , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Nightclub
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Breakfast quality
Noise levels
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.34
The hotel is described as occasionally needing staff assistance and amenities were requested frequently.
Service
9.31
Staff was consistently described as friendly and accommodating throughout the reviews.
Location
9.35
Multiple reviews highlighted the excellent location for exploring St Pete.
Room Quality
8.8
Rooms were generally spacious and beautifully appointed, though some reviews noted worn furnishings.
Amenities
8.33
Amenities were reported as minimal, with some guests expressing disappointment regarding breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.79
Considering the location and service, guests felt it offered good value but noted room for improvement.
Food and Beverage
7.84
Several reviews pointed out dissatisfaction with breakfast options, which were seen as below expectations for a four-star hotel.
Overall Experience
8.81
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay, despite some issues with cleanliness and breakfast.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 20:02

Property Description

Historical Charm and Modern Comforts

Experience the elegance of the 1920s American style at The Birchwood in St. Petersburg. Each room boasts a blend of historical charm and modern amenities, including a 42-inch flat-screen TV and luxurious en suite bathrooms.

Culinary Delights and Scenic Views

Dine at The Birch and Vine for globally-inspired cuisine or sip cocktails at The Canopy Rooftop Bar with breathtaking views of Tampa Bay. Indulge in the extensive wine collection and savor the flavors of the region.

Convenience and Culture

Located in the heart of the city, The Birchwood offers valet parking, event spaces, and easy access to nearby attractions like The Chihuly Collection, Museum of Fine Arts, and The Dali Museum. Immerse yourself in luxury and history at The Birchwood.

Book your stay now to enjoy a perfect blend of history, luxury, and convenience at The Birchwood.

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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:

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 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 25 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 658 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.34
Service: 9.31
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.33
Value for Money: 8.79
Food and Beverage: 7.84
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Gordon • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Edward • couple • us
7
Great location but probably wouldn’t stay there again. Staff were super friendly, though.
Pros:

Breakfast was substandard. Dry cereal and pastries wrapped individually in plastic.

Cons:

The room was small and dark. Needed more lighting.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
6
woke to late night loud night club patrons.
Cons:

the building includes a night club that goes late and includes patrons hollering and waking hotel guests. Not a good combo to for building to hand night club next to hotel. Odd.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Maria Nieves • couple • us
8
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Sandy • couple • us
8
We loved our room and the hotels location and would definitely return.
Pros:

Beautiful location across from the pier and marina. There were lots of restaurants and museums close by plus a free trolley.

Cons:

A small work-out area would have added to the property.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • us
10
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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angelica • couple • us
10
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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KRZYSZTOF • family_with_children • pl
7
Pros:

Spacious and highly comfortable room. Conveniently located at The Waterstont.

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Meyer • couple • us
10
Pros:

This hotel was wonderful with a perfect location. Easy to walk to restaurants. Caleb at the front desk was amazing and went above and beyond to make our stay memorable!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • us
6
Nice hotel, but not a great value.
Pros:

Location was great for social activity but not so great for sleeping as it was quite noisy.

Cons:

Noisy, very expensive. We booked on an outside site for about $520, the Birchwood website was over $600.

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • couple • us
10
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

Location!!!! Amazing staff!!!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
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Fernando • solo_traveller • it
5
Pecou na falta cuidado com o cliente
Pros:

Espaço

Cons:

Ar condicionado muito barulhento

2026-01-14 • via Nuitee
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Janet • couple • us
5
2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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BEATRICE • family_with_children • it
10
Bellissimo
Pros:

La posizione e l eleganza

Cons:

Abbiamo dormito in 5 in due letti matrimoniali

2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
J
Jannelle • couple • nl
8
Goed verblijf maar neem het ontbijt buiten de deur
Pros:

De locatie en het ruime bed, vriendelijk personeel. Leuke rooftop bar.

Cons:

Het ontbijt, koude koffie en weinig keuze

2026-01-09 • via Nuitee
M
Maarten • couple • nl
8
2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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Ron • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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Christina • couple • us
8
Pros:

Great location and room was very spacious.

2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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DrewCrees • Family • London, England
2
Such a Shame !!
Pros:

What a shame!! The setting is fantastic. Unfortunately they booked to many people in the restaurant and completely understaffed. Starters come out wrong, then waited 2 hours for our food to come and when it did, two meals missing, to be told 5 minutes and further 35 minutes!! Unfortunately this is unacceptable. The restaurant manager then took off the two missing items off the bill and charged 20% service charge!! Come on, completely unfair.

2025-12-31 • via Tripadvisor