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Don CeSar Beach Resort Review
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Don CeSar Beach Resort 
$$$$, St. Petersburg
Fodor's Review:
Once a favorite of Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, Babe Ruth, and Clarence Darrow, this sprawling, sybaritic beachfront "Pink Palace," now part of the Loews hotel chain, has long been a Gulf Coast landmark because of its remarkable architecture. Steeped in turn-of-the-last-century elegance and old-world service, the hotel claims a rich history, complete with a resident ghost -- founder Thomas Rowe. The restaurant, Maritana Grille, specializes in Florida seafood and is lined with huge fish tanks. The more casual Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar, less than 1/2 mi from the main building, has one-bedroom condos and a great little beach bar. Pros: romantic, great beach, great dining options. Cons: pricey.
Member Reviews & Ratings:
Pinking it was Perfect
Posted by robinccaldwell from Virginia Beach, VA on 11/27/07
We just returned from our visit during Thanksgiving week and are planning to return next year as well. We had read some negative comments about the small rooms, but they were so well appointed and decorated so beautifully, that we didn't find the room lacking in any way. The staff was always friendly, always helpful, always attentive, and seemed genuinely happy to be there. The pool and beach were equally beautiful and clean and fully staffed. The Maritana Grille was absolutely delicious and the waitstaff and chef were very amenable with my many food allergies.$$$$ But worth it !!
Posted by petite47 from Florida resident on 9/10/07
I have visited the Don CeSar on a yearly bases for the past 7 yrs. The setting is beatiful, as is the resort. People complain of the High cost, but if money is an issue, they may want to go to a hotel within their means. The staff is polite, very willing to help out with any problem. I Say 5 stars, cant wait for there NEW SPA TO OPEN IN THE SPRING, 2008.
INFO
- Address: 3400 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706
- Phone: 727/360-1881; 800/282-1116
- Fax: 727/363-5034
- Web site
- Hotel Details: Resort: 277 rooms, 40 suites; Beach House: 70 condos
- In-room: safe (some), Internet, Wi-Fi.
- In-hotel: 3 restaurants, room service, bars, children's programs (ages 5-12), pools, gym, spa, laundry service, beachfront, parking (paid), some pets allowed, no-smoking rooms.
- Credit Cards: AE, D, DC, MC, V
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