If you're looking to bring friends or colleagues together for a fun happy hour at the bar in a great downtown St. Pete location, I would avoid The Tap Room at the Hollander. During our recent visit, the manager was unnecessarily confrontational and repeatedly made us feel unwelcome. Multiple guests also overheard her making disparaging comments about us to other employees. Another staff member ultimately found a simple solution by relocating us to the pool bar, where the staff was fantastic. What is equally disappointing is the lack of accountability afterward. I sent a detailed complaint directly to the Food & Beverage Director and, after receiving no response, followed up several days later. Both messages have gone unanswered. Poor customer service can happen. Refusing to even acknowledge or respond to a legitimate customer complaint is a management choice. Very disappointing from an establishment we previously enjoyed and supported. read more

I didn't stay here, my very dear friend and professional colleague did. He raved about how comfortable he was, how beautiful the decor was, how fun the pool bar is. My personal experience of The Hollander Hotel is what you'd expect from a local: I've had pastries at Common Grounds espresso bar, and even gotten my hair done by the resident stylist (fabulous complicated color job and cut!), and the Tap Room is always packed, so I feel confident in saying that this local hotel is just about perfect! Next, I'm going to try the massage therapists in the East Wing where my hair stylist was. I always recommend this boutique hotel for friends and family coming to visit us St. Pete! It's close to everything downtown, including the waterfront (The Pier, Beach Blvd., Central Ave.). read more

Hollander Hotel - The stylist at The Hollander toned by overbleached hair, & gave me lowlights to give me back my natural grey & blonde color. Awesome job! - Hotels Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

I finally made to their martini Monday event. They offer a variety of super cool martinis of the gin, vodka, tequila and bourbon variety. For $6 all day! Our bartender was great and customized them for us as the martini I wanted was not on the menu (lemondrop). It was simply perfect. For $6 and at the poolside, your martinis will be served in a plastic cup, but delicious all the same. read more

Hollander Hotel - Martinis at the poolside bar - Hotels Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

What a great boutique hotel in downtown! Loved everything about this place! The front desk people were lovely and kind! They offer free wifi, free water bottles, free rides around downtown (drop off and pick up!) free parking! Truly we were very pleased with this little gem and will be back! read more

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A really beautiful boutique hotel in a great area! You are not a far walk from the St Pete Pier and downtown areas! The rooms are adorable, the staff were extremely friendly. I would definitely stay here in the future. We left on Sunday, but could definitely tell that was the busiest time at the pool since that's the day they DJ a pool party. Restaurant food at the pool bar was a great way to start the trip. read more

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Really cool spot. Restaurant bar and bakery on 1st floor. Walking distance to more bars lounges and clubs. Check it out. read more

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The hotel has several buildings and a few lots to park on but being here for Reggae Rise Up gave way to difficulty in parking our rental whenever we needed to leave. They do not charge for daily parking like most hotels so that was a plus! Upon arrival, we were offered free bottles of water which was really any day or time we needed any. There is a 10pm cutoff for the pool, 11pm cutoff for the food and 12am cutoff for the bar so no late-night hotel drinking! You can go down the street to Angelo's and get some late-night eats or drinks. When we were done checking in, we walked down a very narrow hallway to the elevator in which a guest burped in my face in passing. The hotel is very pet friendly, and I could smell where pets may have taken leaks onto the wooden floors. My sense of smell is very strong, so it was a bit overpowering our entire time there. Our bed was as hard as a prison bed, which was a shame for such a beautiful hotel. We woke up with sore hips and body daily. Our bathroom was reminiscent of a cruise ship bathroom - very tiny but manageable. You can also hear every human passing in the hallway. At some point, we heard someone arguing and got very nervous. The pool was not as big as I thought it was from the pictures but the perfect number of people there when we went. We dined at the Tap Room several times there and I got my first coffee at the Common Grounds there. The shuttle was able to take us to the festival each day. The drivers were so much fun (and very handsome). The staff were incredibly nice, and I'd like to come back if they have softer beds. read more

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The owner is very rich and prominent man of St Petersburg. He should spend more time at the Hollander. With his direction and guidance I am certain he could make a difference. It's not too, too late! Take charge and show the staff how you run your other establishments. Maybe go from one star. No that's not possible even for him. It's unmovable ONE STAR OR ZERO STARS read more

We love coming here for the Sunday pool parties; great music, great food, and great people. We've also stayed here several times, and it's always a wonderful experience. The rooms are historic, so there's a bit of understanding when it comes to modern amenities, but the charm more than makes up for it. The property is quaint, clean, and simple in the best way, which makes it such a fantastic place to stay. read more

I went to their Sunday pool party which is free every Sunday:) the food and drink was served at the bar very fast and was delicious. It's alittle pricey (like everything else) but I had a great time. A diverse crowd. The pool isn't huge but it was clean and the DJ was amazing! read more

Hollander Hotel - Chicken salad sandwich - Hotels Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Beautiful hotel, decor, bar, and rooms. Everything is stunning. Such a cool and unique hotel. UNFORTUNATELY and I hate to say anything because it is so cool to look at and experience. The beds here are like a ROCK. Not like a foam mattress rock, like a Spring mattress rock. Pillows are okay, not fabulous, but maybe they change them out a lot? Not the worst pillow of my life, but that mattress was the worst hotel mattress I have ever slept on. I had to get up early just to get out of there as fast as possible due to the mattress. I just don't understand why hotels still have substandard mattresses when you can get tempur type king mattresses in line now for next to nothing. Boggles the mind. I mean talk about return on investment. This is why people come there! To have a good nights rest for whatever reason. Oh, on a side note, I am not a huge fan of window units either, and one was only working so-so but I didn't get overly hot, so no biggie. But...don't expect a freezer box in the heat of the summer. That part was minor compared to the lumpy, bumpy, crunchy cement like bed. read more

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Over the years, this has become our go-to boutique hotel when we travel to the Tampa/Saint Petersburg area. Dependably clean and cozy rooms, an exceptional pool area with bar, friendly staff, and perfectly located to walk everywhere we'd like in downtown St. Petersburg. The fact that they have a cafe is a morning bonus! We dine at the restaurant in the hotel most days, delicious and fresh menu with great staff as well. No complaints at all from us, we are grateful for the many good experiences we have had at this lovely hotel. read more

Hollander Hotel - Pool Deck in the morning - Hotels Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Went here to play trivia with friends and had a good time and enjoyed the food. I actually got the club and wasn't able to eat it all... but in terms of clubs it's nothing special. I kind of wish they had a different trivia person as this guy tends to get a but long winded and his questions are worded weird. The staff was very kind and on top of things and I enjoyed the desserts they offered. Something that was a little frustrating is that it is a one person bathroom per gender and a lot of people use it to get changed before they go in the pool or out so when my kids needed to use the restroom we were often waiting. read more

Love this place... Great people, rooms, and food!! This is always are go-to place when we go to St Pete!

Having stayed here in December when friends visited from Colorado I chose to take my husband to the Hollander for his 77th birthday. We've been experiencing homeownership tedium as well as health care anguish for nearly a month, and I was concerned about whether I could revive my husband's joi de vivre. From the moment I hinted to Jim that through our booking portal we would be staying at the Hollander BOTH our moods picked up. I was privately reassured that management had arranged an upgrade for our room but had no idea the delight of staying in a third floor suite that was blissfully quiet. A bottle of champagne was even provided! We had dinner out by the pool and the service there was lovely and attentive. A stay like this in the Hollander's cute vintage hotel was exactly what we needed in order to return to 'reality' feeling younger and much better able to resume 'adulting'. Front desk gals are TERRIFIC and the "live and let live" actions/personalities of all staff we met is exceedingly refreshing amidst the decisive havoc of what is currently going on in the U.S. THANK YOU ALL! P.S. Unfortunate that even 1 gloomy review amidst scads of positive ones on TripAdvisor might keep ANYONE from allowing themselves to experience this delightful hotel. read more

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Such a cute place for lunch on the porch. The grilled chicken salad was great. Friendly and attentive staff.

Good food drinks at the Tap Room. Our room had absolutely filthy floors, which makes me wonder how clean the bathroom and sheets are! Felt like I was trying to sleep in a kennel. A dog barked most of the night and morning. And someone above just had to bounce a ball until after 11!!! Not coming back!!!!! Absolutely disgusting and disappointing. Tim C. We discovered the dirty floor, because of cleaning up spilled water. Your front desk staff was dismissive. You may inspect the rooms but that doesn't mean that they are truly clean. read more

Hollander Hotel - This is the hotel towel that was used to clean the spilled water on the floor. The floor was not clean. - Hotels Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Awesome boutique hotel in the middle of St. Petersburg's. We only visited for lunch and twice for dinner, didn't get a room unfortunately because we were staying in Tampa but on our next visit we'll definitely stay here. Food is delicious and service and ambience is great. read more

We love this spot. We found it because we share the same name. (Unfortunately, it doesn't get us any discounts though!) We travel to St. Pete often because of family in the area. The downtown and beachside park are within walking distance. One of our favorite restaurants is nearby. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. The ambiance is pretty eclectic with tons of photos hanging everywhere- old movie stars in their heyday, historical photos of the area, artwork etc. The rooms are relatively small but functional, clean and comfortable. There's a comfy bar and dining inside and out. We love sitting outside while dining. It's almost like sitting on a big porch. Food is so-so, but definitely adequate. There is also a big outdoor pool with a bar for the party crowd. Ample off street parking as well. Check them out! read more

The ambiance is amazing. It's like being back in the 1930s and half expecting Bogart and Claude Raines to walk in. Very cool front Patio and pool bar as well. Service prompt and friendly. Have to say unfortunately food is pretty average. read more

First time in St Pete's and we loved our stay! The rooms were spacious, staff was kind & having the restaurant/bar inside the hotel was super convenient! Coffee shop was great as well. The pool party was fun, not too rowdy & the bartenders did an amazing job of keeping up with how busy it was. We will be staying here again! Property was in a great spot where everything was a 10-15 min walk to everything you would need! read more

Great spot, been there a lot and food is good. However, I went on a Wednesday at 6:25 and not an inch at the bar. Waited until 7:30 before leaving. A lot of older folks just sipping drinks with no intention of buying food or leaving while playing on their phones. Groups of two and four sitting at the bar when there are tables open right behind. Was excited and wanted to get a good meal and a few drinks to support local business, but it seems the staff rather milk along a $10 drink than move people out a bit faster so others can come in. Not trying to be rude, but this place is littered with 60+ year olds wanting a "downtown St Pete" vibe without the noise or hassle so you end up with a large older group sipping cocktails and scrolling Facebook forever like zombies. I'll go back, but if the retirement home feels continue I might have to rethink. read more

It's so cute and unique ! I loved it , and we had an awesome meal there with friendly ambiance .

Very cute and eclectic hotel the staff was very nice. The restaurant downstairs is very convenient. They have just about everything. Bartender made me a fantastic martini. The food was delicious. The only issue I had at one point. I wanted to work downstairs and couldn't connect to the Wi-Fi not sure why but overall fantastic location close to everything self parking available although a little bit limited but will definitely recommend it and come back. read more

Awesome place , great vibe and service is great. Food is fantastic and they are tucked inside hotel lobby which has a pool area, great front porch to dine at. Love everything including the cut cafe/coffee shop next door read more

Room was spacious, clean, comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Price reasonable for the area. Parking lot could be difficult when hotel was full. Loved sitting out on the porch in the evening. read more

Squeaky clean. Friendly and super competent staff. Comfortable lobby and facilities. Good food and well curated beer. All for a very reasonable price. I would come back in a heartbeat. read more

We were there a few weeks ago for my daughter's wedding. We had about 20 rooms. The staff couldn't have been nicer. They took care of our every need with a smile. The Tap Room restaurant was consistently great in food and service. Beautiful pool with great bar & food service. I can't wait to return. Thank you Hollander! read more

If you like vintage, historic, unique hotels then you've found a gem here! 90+ year old property with so much nostalgia, character and charm. It's not modern so don't expect huge room or huge bathrooms. Great bar and dining area, coffee shop, outdoor poolside bar, very nice pool with ample loungers and several cabanas. Free WiFi, free parking and very reasonable rates in a central location. This is the only place I will now stay when I'm in downtown St. Pete! read more

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I have been visiting HH for years, never had a bad experience. Everyone that works there is pleasant, professional and accommodating. The pool is amazing, I just wish they would remove the beach balls. The guests that play with them are usually drunk and less than considerate. read more

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Excellent!!! Very comfortable beds, fantastic water pressure, and a very clean room. The parking is free, but the lot does get crowded.

Laura is a wonderful waitress in all aspects: You can tell she loves what she does (been at it for 8 years), is attentive to her customers, knows the menu backwards and forwards and is pleasant. I always feel welcomed when she serves me. What more do you want? Oh, and the food and ambiance of The Hollander restaurant make it one of the best restaurants or a place to just grab a drink in all of downtown St. Pete. It's got a good happy hour. I highly recommend. read more

From the outside and the noisy restaurant, this hotel looks hip. But the rooms leave a lot to be desired. Only 1 person can fit in the bathroom at a time. No storage. Hard bed. Noisy AC. No room safe. Not enough light. I could go on. We moved after one night. read more

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Whoever runs the front desk during nighttime hours "Billy" should be FIRED. Rude, disrespectful, salacious, and downright disgusting behavior for a person in customer service. Turned me and my kids away in the middle of the night due to a discrepancy in dates/times and would not budge. Made for a dangerous situation for my children and I (single mom fleeing from a domestic dispute) even worse. FIRE THAT ASSHOLE. Gave one star bc it made me read more

Excellent staff and management! We came here for some solace after the hurricanes and they went above and beyond. We're locals and this has always been one of our favorite places to come for the pool bar and restaurant. We send all of our out of town friends and fam here. Cannot say enough about the team and location. Love the Hollander. read more

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Great boutique hotel. The food is very good, craft beer and a bakery. There is also a poolside bar. I highly recommend.

My stay at the Hollander Hotel in St. Petersburg, Florida, was truly memorable. From the moment I arrived, I was captivated by the cozy vintage feel of the place. The ambiance was a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern comfort. The staff at the Hollander Hotel were incredibly welcoming and attentive, making me feel right at home. Their hospitality added to the overall positive experience. The rooms had a unique character and were tastefully decorated, adding to the vintage charm. The attention to detail in the room decor was evident, and it created a warm and inviting atmosphere. One of the highlights of my stay was the location. The hotel's proximity to St. Petersburg's attractions made it convenient to explore the city's vibrant culture, art, and dining scene. Also the have a great restaurant on site. Whether you're looking for a romantic getaway or simply a relaxing escape, the Hollander Hotel is a fantastic choice. Its cozy vintage ambiance and exceptional service make it a standout option in St. Petersburg, Florida. I can't wait to return for another visit! read more

Hollander Hotel - Bloody Mary from the restaurant - Hotels Near Me - St. Petersburg, Florida

Amazing staff, great rooms, and perfect vibes for a getaway! Food was great, and for an added bonus they have their own coffee shop! We will be back! read more

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Really a great place,bar, food,pool . A word of advice to bar tenders.The "Sir" thing.As I get older all the Sir thing says is no you can't have fun here I think your my father.How about you treat people like contempories.I know some think its respect ,but I'm not feeling it.When I hear "Sir",,it's not appropriate I n a fun bar atmosphere it's more like I know your old and I will treat you like grand pa.How bout treat me like people your own age that's respect enough.Sorry your judgment is showing. read more

1920s era hotel with tons of charm, great food, awesome coffee on site and a poolside cabana bar! The old-fashions there are the best drink with many varieties of bourbon. Free parking while staying there and a great location right in the middle of ol' St. Pete! read more

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