The Don CeSar  

On St. Pete Beach, right on the sand with Gulf of Mexico and Boca Ciega Bay views — no crossing the street to get to the beach. About 15 minutes from downtown St. Petersburg and roughly 90 minutes from Orlando, with nearby draws like Pass-a-Grille and John’s Pass Village & Boardwalk.

An iconic pink Mediterranean beachfront hotel that mixes classic glamour with relaxed coastal style. Rooms feature pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton, flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee makers, minibars and some in-room iPod docking — all with private bathrooms and thoughtful touches. Expect a breezy, upscale vibe ideal for couples and family-friendly stays.

Direct beach access with beach rentals, water-sport options and complimentary beach activities — wake up to sea-breeze mornings. Two outdoor pools and a poolside bar, a full-service 11,000 sq ft spa with 16 treatment rooms, steam rooms, whirlpools and a Whisper Lounge, plus a fitness center, yoga area, sauna and concierge services.

Huge event footprint with about 38,000 sq ft of indoor/outdoor meeting and banquet space, including a Grand Ballroom (5,671 sq ft) and multiple meeting rooms and a business center. High-speed wireless internet access is available (fees may apply) and onsite support for conferences and weddings.

Seven restaurants, bars and lounges serve everything from casual beachfront bites to elevated seafood. The award-winning seafood grill features a 1,500-gallon saltwater aquarium and a private Chef’s Table; Sea Porch Cafe serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and there’s a beachfront bar, lobby bar and a coffee/ice cream shop. Food focuses on locally sourced produce, dairy and seafood, with full breakfast service and 24-hour room service available.