About us
Introducing The Don CeSar as a 'Modern Tradition!' Known as Florida's Pink Palace® since 1928, the luxury hotel is revered internationally for its sprawling, sugar-white beach, unparalleled dining, rejuvenating 11,000 square foot Spa Oceana, fabulous fishing, children's program, nearby tennis and golf and award-winning meeting facilities. Compliant with our AAA Four-Diamond standards, our Hotel provides 277 guest rooms and suites which provide panoramic gulf views. With over 47,415 square feet of indoor and outdoor function space to accommodate groups of up to 500 people, your event will be everything you want it to be. Our hotel has never looked better with the upgrading of our lobby, Lobby Bar and signature restaurants. The Best has gotten even Better! The St. Pete Clearwater region offers visitors world class beaches, engaging recreation, unique arts and cultural districts, and an eclectic food scene unmatched throughout the Gulf Coast.
Venue Details
ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built1928
Renovated2025
Total meeting space47,415 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms277
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
AAA
Northstar
Awards
Industry awards
The Don CeSar Recent Awards
• The Don CeSar was named the best historic hotel in Florida by Southern Living in their 2024 South’s Best Awards.
• The Don CeSar won Best Wedding Venue & Best Hotel in the Best of St. Pete / Clearwater 2024 Awards.
• The Don CeSar won the Silver Badge on U.S. News & World Report Best Hotels.
• The Don CeSar was voted as the #1 in Best St. Pete Hotels on U.S. News & World Report Best Hotels.
• The Don CeSar was selected as the only AAA Four Diamond Hotel in St. Pete Beach
• The Don CeSar was listed on TravelAwaits' Best of Travel Awards as one of the Top 14 Luxury Hotels in the United States
• The Don CeSar was included in Historic Hotels of America Top 25 Historic Hotels of America in Film & Television History
• National Register for Historic Places since 1974
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Spa or salon
- Water sports
- Whirlpool
Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Taxi
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Portable heaters
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
47,415 sq. ft.
Largest room
7,400 sq. ft.
Space (private)
22,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
19
Second largest room
5,671 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
4,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
16,000 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
500
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
47,415 sq. ft.
Largest room
7,400 sq. ft.
Space (private)
22,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
19
Second largest room
5,671 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
4,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
16,000 sq. ft.
Seating capacity
500
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5,671 sq. ft. 53 x 107 sq. ft. | 15.6 ft. | 500 | 50 | 300 | - | 500 | 300 | 50 | 180 | |
1,650 sq. ft. 15 x 110 sq. ft. | 14 ft. | 200 | - | - | 200 | - | - | - | - | |
1,080 sq. ft. 12 x 90 sq. ft. | - | 124 | - | 124 | - | - | - | - | - | |
3,450 sq. ft. 50 x 69 sq. ft. | 15.2 ft. | 400 | 70 | 240 | 400 | 350 | 170 | 50 | 144 | |
2,120 sq. ft. 40 x 53 sq. ft. | 15.2 ft. | 300 | 50 | 120 | 300 | 150 | 110 | 48 | 72 | |
2,500 sq. ft. 50 x 50 sq. ft. | 10.3 ft. | 265 | 46 | 150 | 265 | 150 | 100 | 48 | 90 | |
2,652 sq. ft. 51 x 52 sq. ft. | - | 100 | - | 100 | - | - | - | - | 60 | |
2,500 sq. ft. 50 x 50 sq. ft. | 10.3 ft. | 265 | 46 | 150 | 265 | 150 | 100 | 48 | 90 | |
2,652 sq. ft. 51 x 52 sq. ft. | - | 100 | - | 100 | - | - | - | - | 60 |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
277
Single (1 bed)
142
Double (2 beds)
124
Suites
36
Tax rate
7%
Occupancy rate
6%
Total guest rooms
277
Single (1 bed)
142
Double (2 beds)
124
Suites
36
Tax rate
7%
Occupancy rate
6%
Location
Getting Here
From Tampa International Airport
4100 George J Bean Pkwy, Tampa, FL 33607
Start out going north on George J Bean Pkwy toward Ground Transportation.
Then 1.85 miles
Merge onto I-275 S toward St Petersburg.
Then 21.82 miles
Merge onto FL-682 W via EXIT 17 toward St Pete Bch (Portions toll).
Then 4.35 miles
Turn left onto Casablanca Ave.
(Casablanca Ave is just past E Maritana Dr.)
Turn right into our parking lot. For valet, continue up the ramp.
Distance from airport
25 mi
Distance from airport 25 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $28.00/day )
Valet parking
( $38.00/day )
Bus parking
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Facility Restrictions
Non-Smoking, except in designated outdoor areas.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellations of a guaranteed reservations must be received five (5) days prior to arrival in order to avoid a charge equal to one nights room & applicable taxes. A cancellation fee will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may be mitigates due to an illness, family or other legitimate emergency.
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