The Don CeSar

Hotels
8.5 (912 reviews)
3400 Gulf Boulevard , St Pete Beach , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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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.

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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 35.03 per day.

Location

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 912 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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Monica • extended_group • co
5
Es muy costoso para el servicio y las habitaciones.
Pros:

La ubicación, la playa y el hotel es muy bonito.

Cons:

Una vez adentro, el hotel necesita mantenimiento, las habitaciones son demasiado pequeñas y el personal no ayuda a solucionar. No llevan el equipaje a las habitaciones, el personal no es amable y niegan los servicios que ofrecen en la página web.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
3
Facility was old and worn. Food was subpar. Never again will we stay there
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

Staff was not friendly, the spa overcharged us for a couples massage

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
10
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rodolfo • couple • us
9
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Roberto • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • us
10
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • family_with_children • ca
10
Outdoor settings are excellent
Pros:

Like the service we received around the pool and at the beach
Room was in the corner and not a good view of beach from the window in the bedroom and the sitting area was very dark as there was no window

Cons:

A better location for the room
A room with a better view

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Gabriela • couple • us
10
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Inspire05596889954 • Family
2
Poor Experience
Pros:

Our family recently stayed at The Don CeSar for three nights. The property itself is beautiful, and many staff members were courteous and helpful throughout our stay.

However, our trip ended on a very disappointing note. Following pool use during our stay, both of our children experienced severe facial irritation that progressed into redness and peeling over the next two days. One of our children ultimately required medical evaluation and treatment for irritant contact dermatitis.

We contacted the hotel immediately, shared photographs and medical documentation, and attempted to resolve the matter directly and professionally. Unfortunately, the hotel ultimately denied any connection to the incident and declined to provide any accommodation or resolution.

While there were positive aspects to the resort, this experience — and the response afterward — left us very disappointed.

2026-05-08 • via Tripadvisor
J
Jeffery • couple • us
5
Way over priced!!
Pros:

Location is great, however, way overpriced for the experience and services offered. The Marriot Residence Inn Treasure Island rooms are just as nice at a fraction of the cost.

Cons:

A few unsavory guest in the lounge area.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Carmine • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Not upscale as in the past

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Departure31620968254 • Couples
10
relax and refresh yourself.
Pros:

If you want to relax and be pampered this is the place. We did delux premium king room very nice great view of pools and ocean . Pools large and refreshing, plenty of lounge chairs, bar in the middle so service is right at hand. music during the day outside and in the lounge in the evening. great food, nice shopping . staff very friendly and helpful. We are headed back this June for another weeks stay.

2026-05-02 • via Tripadvisor
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Q3977EBalejandrar • Family
2
FALSE ADVERTISING
Pros:

Very disappointing and honestly unacceptable experience. The price per night is extremely high, yet the reality is completely different from what is shown online. The images and promotions are misleading and create expectations that are not even close to what you actually get.

The condition of the hotel is very poor. It feels neglected, outdated, and not properly maintained. The room was in bad shape, but the worst part was the bathroom. It was genuinely dirty and in an unacceptable state. For a hotel charging these rates, this is simply inexcusable. Cleanliness is the most basic standard, and it was clearly not met.

The entire stay felt uncomfortable and frustrating from the moment we arrived. This is not just below expectations, it is far below what should be acceptable at any level, especially at this price point.

Overall, it feels like a complete misrepresentation of what is being offered. Definitely not worth the money, and not a place I would recommend to anyone.

2026-05-02 • via Tripadvisor
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Jdobrins • Couples
10
Memories of the past relived at the Don this year…..
Pros:

The date scroll (above) did not go back far enough for us to recognize our last visit in April of 2005 when my wife and I last visited and celebrated our 30th Wedding Anniversary. Our stay at the Don CeSar in 2005 was wonderful. We are now returning this June to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary and look forward to the same special experience. We are confident that the quality of service provided 20 years ago will be the same this year and look forward to our return visit.

2026-05-02 • via Tripadvisor
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Christina • family_with_children • us
6
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • us
7
We were glad to leave
Pros:

The property was nice, but I felt like everything was overly priced. Nothing had prices tags on it and we wind up paying more than we would’ve if we chose to eat or drink drinks other locations. Everything we purchased we were charged 22% in tips whether they deserved a tip or not and they were just two of us.

Cons:

We felt like it was price gouging, in all locations in the hotel. Everything was extremely overpriced and I’ve stayed at nice hotels all over this one was the most expensive and not worth the money.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Luciana • couple • br
8
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Robert • couple • us
10
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JONATHAN • couple • ch
10
Pros:

Amazing experience

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Ioannis • family_with_children • us
9
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee