Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great breakfast
Spacious rooms
Friendly staff
Historic charm
Cons:
Humidity in some rooms
Not all amenities in every room
Some rooms dated

Categories

Cleanliness
8.33
Mixed sentiments about cleanliness, humidity issues in some rooms.
Service
9.3
Staff was consistently praised for their helpfulness and friendliness.
Location
8.84
Generally good location, though some noted it's not close to everything.
Room Quality
8.29
Spacious rooms were appreciated, but issues with humidity were mentioned.
Amenities
9.32
Strongly positive sentiments about breakfast and the historic charm.
Value for Money
9.28
Guests felt they received good value for their stay.
Food and Beverage
9.33
Breakfast received numerous positive mentions for its quality.
Overall Experience
9.3
Many guests expressed strong satisfaction and a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 16:39

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Crystal Bay Historic Hotel, located in St Petersburg, offers a 3-star accommodation with modern amenities like air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and relax in the garden or shared lounge.

Convenient Facilities
The hotel provides free private parking, room service, and a 24-hour front desk for guest convenience. With a business center available, it caters to both leisure and business travelers, ensuring a comfortable stay for all.

Prime Location
Situated just 5.4 km from John's Pass, guests can easily explore nearby attractions like Tropicana Field and Chihuly Collection. Book your stay at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel for a memorable experience in St Petersburg.

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • 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.
    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.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1767 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.33
Service: 9.3
Location: 8.84
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 9.32
Value for Money: 9.28
Food and Beverage: 9.33
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Peter • couple • be
9
Charming historic hotel with fabulous breakfast
Pros:

Nice location on the waterfront, historic hotel charm, fabulous breakfast on porcelain plates and cutlery (no plastic)

Cons:

Rooms are rather small

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
7
Great breakfast! The lady checking the room, asked us what room we were looking for. I told her 202 and she ruined my su
Pros:

Historical site

Cons:

I thought it was close to the water, like right on it. Also I didn’t know it was going to be pretty much in a neighborhood.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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diannek903 • Solo travel
10
Home away from home! the most relaxing place off the beach. I come here for retreat & relaxation - never disappointed.
Pros:

Home away from home! Best place off the beach. Rest, relax, retreat - awesome breakfast, great service, kind folks. Friends and Family - unique

2026-06-04 • via Tripadvisor
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Juliane • solo_traveller • at
3
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • gb
9
A pleasant place to stay in St Pete.
Pros:

Comfortable historic hotel in a good location with easy access to St Pete and the coast. Excellent breakfast. Staff were friendly and competent. Good rooms with comfortable bed.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • family_with_children • us
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Kelcey • couple • us
10
Like going back in time.
Pros:

Friendly helpful staff, nice clean rooms.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Kelcey • couple • us
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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BERRY • couple • us
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Heredia • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Steve Simpson • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Easy check-in and free parking, excellent breakfast in a very good location, friendly and attentive staff I would definitely recommend.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Julia • extended_group • it
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
10
You’re missing out if you don’t book this hotel!
Pros:

The breakfast was phenomenal! The staff everything about this sweet little hotel is a wonderful place to stay

Cons:

The breakfast was above and beyond. I enjoyed it very much

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Toal • couple • es
10
Un molt bon hotel on estar tranquil i segur
Pros:

Bon hotel, correcte, net i acollidor. Et fan sentir bé. El esmorzar molt correcte també i tenir el aparcament al davant i gratuït es un plus a la ciutat. Sens dubte el recomanem

Cons:

Res. Tot a estat bé. No podem dir res que no fos bones paraules

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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rappaport • couple • us
9
Would stay again.
Pros:

We loved it! The hotel staff was fantastic.

Cons:

Traffic on the south side can be noisy during rush hour but didn’t really bother us.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Beverly • couple • us
10
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • family_with_children • ve
10
Excelente
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Marella • couple • us
9
Pros:

Clean, comfortable, and friendly. Nice breakfast.

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Leilani • couple • us
10
Been there twice now and will definitely return.
Pros:

I love the history of this place. The prices are excellent and the breakfast one of the best!

Cons:

Parking can be a bit difficult, but we managed to get a spot.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Andres Felipe • couple • co
8
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee