The Don CeSar
The Don CeSar, affectionately known as The Pink Palace, has welcomed guests to its beachfront St. Pete Beach location with luxurious amenities since 1928.
Affectionately known as The Pink Palace for its iconic pink facade and grand architecture, The Don CeSar has been a welcoming presence in St. Pete Beach, Florida, since opening in 1928. Guests can enjoy two heated pools, three lounges, and complimentary WiFi, all set against a stunning beachfront backdrop.
Each room provides a flat-screen cable TV, a desk, and tea and coffee-making facilities, alongside a private bathroom. Some rooms feature a private balcony or patio, offering views of the Gulf of Mexico or the city. Guests may also choose to enjoy in-room dining.
At The Don CeSar, you can indulge in a signature treatment at Spa Oceana, participate in beach yoga, or experience jet skiing. The pet-friendly property also provides various shops, concierge services, weekday dry cleaning, and a 24-hour fitness center.
Maritana Grille presents a dinner menu crafted with locally-sourced ingredients, complemented by an extensive wine list and views of a saltwater aquarium. The Sea Porch offers a comforting menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while Uncle Andy’s Ice Cream Parlor serves light breakfast options, Starbucks coffee, and a selection of ice creams.
Explore nearby attractions such as The Dalí Museum, historic Fort De Soto Park, and Tropicana Field, all within a 15-minute drive. The Sunken Gardens, featuring over 50,000 tropical plants, are located 17.5 km away.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Outdoor swimming pool Free!
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
Wellness
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Make up services
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas Additional charge
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna Additional charge
Guest reviews· 8.4/10 (440)
Guests consistently praise The Don CeSar, often referring to it as "The Pink Palace," for its luxurious accommodations and beautiful renovations. Many reviewers describe their stay as "perfect," "dreamlike," and "paradise," highlighting the hotel's ability to deliver a relaxing and enjoyable vacation experience. The hotel's family-friendly atmosphere is also a recurring positive, with several guests noting their "wonderful stay for the whole family."
The hotel's amenities, such as the outdoor swimming pool and on-site coffee house, contribute to the positive guest experience. Reviewers appreciate the staff's attentiveness, particularly concerning special diet menus available upon request. Despite one initial issue noted by a guest, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a strong desire to return, signifying high guest satisfaction.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 8.8
- Staff
- 9.1
- Location
- 9.3
- Comfort
- 9.1
- Value for money
- 7.6
- Wi-Fi
- 10.0
- Breakfast
- 7.5
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beachfront
- Parking on site
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Good breakfast