The Don CeSar
St. Petersburg, Florida
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About the Hotel
Iconic. Romantic. Legendary. Perched atop wind-swept dunes, The Don CeSar is the crown jewel of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Since 1928, this monument to glamour and leisure has welcomed sun-seekers, luxury travelers and some of America’s most famous – and notorious - figures. Become part of the storied history of the Pink Palace® and reconnect with sun, sand and sea. Each one of our 241 guest rooms and 36 suites offers contemporary amenities and sweeping views of the Don CeSar’s coastal surroundings. Bask in the Florida sun at one of two heated outdoor pools or frolic in the sand and sea along the resort’s private stretch of St. Pete Beach. With over 38,000 square feet of wedding and event spaces, there’s plenty of room to celebrate love, life and every other type of special occasion. Revered internationally for its sprawling, sugar-white beach, unparalleled dining, rejuvenating Spa Oceana, children's program, and nearby attractions, The Don CeSar represents the best of Florida beach vacations.
Location
The Don CeSar
3400 Gulf Boulevard
St. Petersburg, Florida
33706
Nearest Airport: TPA
Features and Amenities
- Dining
- Bar
- Room Service
- Restaurants
- On-Site Amenities
- Spa Services
- Heated Pool
- Beach Access
- In-Room Amenities
- Bathrobes
- Iron/Ironing Boards
- Private Terraces
- WiFi
- Activities
- Yoga
- Water Sports Programs
- Business
- Catering Services
- Interests
- Beach
- Cool Pools
- Hotels
- Kids' Favorite - Perfect for Kids
- Signature Perks
Reviews for The Don CeSar
We had a great time!
We had a great stay even though the weather wasn’t great. We did get to spend a couple of days at the pool. The pool staff was amazing! Thanks for being out serving us in the wind and chilly weather.
jamiekU7965HY
A wonderful experience
The room was really beautiful. I agree with a lot of the other reviews; the bathrooms are small. We are small people, so we had no problem, but I imagine that larger sized guest could have a harder time. We had issues with the coffee maker being broken, but it was quickly replaced, and we were credited back for the coffee that we purchased that morning. I didn't even ask for that; it was just done. That was very nice. The staff was always upbeat and very helpful. It was a great experience. Expensive, but that is expected for this type of property. I would love to go again. I love the history and story of the hotel.
Michele K - Palm Coast, Florida
Feel like Family!!
We love the Don Cesar!! Excellent service all around! Stayed there the end of January 2026 for work and friends trip. Great to see that many of the staff from before the hurricane are still there and they do remember returning patrons!! The pool staff, including Jackie, Katie, Andrea and Mike, always go the extra mile with a smile on their faces! Even when it's a little cool out the pool area is always warmer so take advantage of it!! Love the new shops. Even getting coffee in the morning at Uncle Andy's - the staff coordinate and work well together to give great service to all! And the cleaning staff are exceptional too. We did have an issue with our a/c but called the front desk and it was taken care of quickly. I highly recommend this beautiful and historic pink palace on the beach at St Pete!
955amya
Outstanding Service and Sunsets!
We just returned from the Don. Our room was a bit dated but the experience was divine. We had fabulous food, service and sunsets!
Leanne H - St. Petersburg, Florida
That old feeling
Back to the beloved Don Cesar for the first time since the reopening and nothing disappoints. The same glam elegance meets beach-casual chic vibe. Spectacular beachfront, lovely rooms, excellent dining options and the most courteous staff in the hospitslity industry. All the good stuff that great memories are made of.
Kim H - Washington DC, District of Columbia
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