The Don CeSar
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About this property
Nicknamed The Pink Palace for its pink façade and grandeur architecture, The Don CeSar has welcomed guests since its opening in 1928. The hotel features 2 heated pools, 3 lounges, free WiFi, and a beachfront location in St. Pete Beach, Florida. Each room includes a flat-screen cable TV, desk, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and a private bathroom. Select rooms offer a private balcony or patio with views of the Gulf of Mexico or city. In-room dining can also be enjoyed. Indulge in a signature treatment at Spa Oceana, partake in beach yoga, or hire a jet ski at The Don CeSar. Various shops, a concierge service, weekday dry cleaning, and a 24-hour fitness center are also offered at the pet-friendly property. Maritana Grille features a dinner menu with locally-sourced ingredients, an extensive wine list, and saltwater aquarium views. The Sea Porch serves a comfort-food menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Lite breakfast fare, Starbucks coffee, and decadent ice creams are available at Uncle Andy’s Ice Cream Parlor. Within 15 minutes’ drive of The Don CeSar, guests can view Salvador Dalí’s art at The Dalí Museum, see historic Fort De Soto Park, and attend a baseball game at Tropicana Field. The Sunken Gardens are located 11 mi away and showcase over 50,000 tropical plants.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beachfront
- Parking on site
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Vincent
United States“Great service , great atmosphere , beach super close” 
Deborah United States“Beautiful and currently completing restoration. The staff were amazing, kind, and attentive.”- Zoneida United States“Excellent, good service, amazing people 1000/10”
- Lauren United States“I love visiting this resort. It is always an unforgettable experience.”
- Michele United States“It’s a beautiful spot with a great setup to use the pool and beach. Easy access to chairs, towels, food, and drinks. The facility is beautiful and we enjoyed the lobby bar for hanging out. Family friendly but also fun for adults. Great service...”
- Carrie United States“The pool and beach areas were kept clean and orderly.”
- Ellen United States“Staff were lovely. Bed comfortable. We love the history and location of the Don Cesar. They are still recovering and rebuilding after the hurricanes so I can't say it was excellent but they are getting there.”
- Patricia United States“Nice hotel, resort style. Room small but comfortable. Air conditioned too noise.”
- Emily United States“I really liked the beach access and the chairs. The ocean is great and the location is so quiet/ not a busy beach which we loved! You can easily take nice beach walks and swim. We wanted to walk out of door onto the beach and that is what we got”
- Michelle United States“The pool was perfect temp, the food was fabulous. The bed was comfortable”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Maritana
- CuisineMediterranean
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceModern • Romantic
- All Day Dining @ Society Table (temporarily located at Maritana)
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Uncle Andy's Ice Cream Parlor
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- The Rowe Bar
- CuisineAmerican
- Beacon Pool Bar & Lookout
- Open forLunch • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Lobby Bar
- Open forCocktail hour
- AmbienceTraditional
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine print
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.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
