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Hotel overview
Dramatically perched atop wind-swept dunes with expansive water views in every direction, the fully renovated 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 legendary Pink Palace®. Iconic. Romantic. Celebratory.
New Luxury Seaside Accommodations On St. Pete Beach, Florida: It is “The Don” of a new era as the revival of Florida’s iconic Pink Palace® advances into its 93rd year as a living legend. The grand public spaces are complemented by upgrades to the 277 chic and airy Floridian hotel rooms and suites. The Don CeSar guestrooms feature beach-inspired textures and designer fabrics paying homage to the seaside Art Deco era. Custom millwork and a whimsical motif of coastal birds from the tropics drift overhead the whitewashed headboards as soft blush tones elevate the room similar to the hotel facade’s signature pink. In addition to a complete design transformation, some double guest rooms now feature upgraded layouts to allow for two queen beds, while bathroom space in many of the rooms is maximized by transitioning tubs to beautifully designed tile showers. From premium Wi-Fi to sumptuous cotton sheets and luxe bath amenities, guests are treated to a full range of modern amenities and personalized service.
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Hotel details
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General policies & fine print
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.
General Information - Room taxes are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.
Resort Fee – Mandatory hotel-imposed fees are charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out.
Hotel Mandatory hotel imposed resort fee inclusions:
- Premium Plus WiFi Plan
- Complimentary bicycle rental
- Daily rental of up to 3 beach loungers and an umbrella per day
- Fitness Center access
- Yoga and aerobic classes daily
- Non-motorized watersport rentals (between 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
- Two bottled waters daily
- In-room coffee
- Pool & beach games
- Free local calls and domestic LD
- Airline boarding pass printing
The above list may not be comprehensive. The hotel can provide current fee and inclusions when you check-in.
Ratings & reviews
TripAdvisor traveler rating
7075 reviews
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Apr 22, 2025Good
The service is amazing especially the worker bell. Breakfast was good with but expensive with no other place in walking distance. The lunch and dinner was very yummy. The beach is the best part with no arguing over seats and food on beach. Plenty of space and very soft sand.
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Apr 22, 2025The Don
Our stay was awesome. Everyone at the Don was kind and friendly and attentive. It is a great hotel and beach. The beach team especially Van was incredible! We will be back. The room and the view were fantastic. It is a family friendly resort. The style and architecture and devote were top notch.
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Apr 22, 2025
amazing experience
We received amazing service throughout our whole stay. We enjoyed the beautiful beach and pool area. The food and drinks were great also. The hotel was under some renovations but it did not disrupt our stay or our awesome views. We plan to return soon.
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Apr 21, 20252025 Easter Dinner disappointing
My sister and mom took us to The Don to celebrate both Easter and our 40th anniversary, which made the occasion feel really special. Unfortunately, the experience didn’t live up to our expectations. We were genuinely disappointed by the quality of the food — it was surprisingly poor. That said, our waitress was truly amazing, and the dessert was a bright spot in an otherwise underwhelming meal. It’s disappointing to have spent over $500 on what should have been a memorable celebration, only to walk away feeling let down.
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Apr 18, 2025
Overrated
I’d heard great things about this legendary hotel. The reality was different. Yes - stunning beach, sunset, but beyond that, the rooms are tiny, the pool not heated and packed, drilling all day, one huge line for coffee, no washing machine, no water between 12-6, a valet circus. If you’re charging $740 / night, pls take care of the basics.