I didn't stay here, my very dear friend and professional colleague did. He raved about how…read morecomfortable 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.).

If you're looking to bring friends or colleagues together for a fun happy hour at the bar in a…read moregreat 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.

My husband surprised me with a weekend getaway here for our 20th anniversary, and it couldn't have…read morebeen more perfect! We were excited to discover that the hotel is just a short walk away from one of our favorite beaches, Upham beach, which made the trip even more special. The property had a fun South Beach feel with plenty of seating to socialize, a cute pool with bright flamingo floats, a hot tub, and a great outdoor pool bar. Natalia was a great bartender, she was friendly and gave the most awesome recommendations off the menu. She did not miss a beat! Randy was a fantastic host. He was in communication via text as soon as the room was ready and greeted us immediately as we arrived on the property which does not require you to check in as they send you your room number and code to get in. In the room they also leave all important information including your parking pass and two complimentary drink tickets for a convenient arrival no matter what time you get in. Our room was clean, modern, and comfortable, with a king bed, updated bathroom, big-screen TV, and a convenient kitchenette. There were complimentary mimosas in the lobby each morning. They even have a wonderful restaurant on the 2nd floor, 82 Degrees, where we enjoyed most of our meals for the weekend.

We recently stayed at The Saint Hotel, and I want to start by saying the property itself was very…read moreclean. The room was well-maintained, and the boutique atmosphere is appealing. Unfortunately, the noise level significantly impacted our stay. We were in Room 28, and directly behind the room is a hallway used by staff from the upstairs bar. Throughout the first night, we heard a heavy door repeatedly slamming and staff using rolling carts to transport trash. The noise continued until about 3:00 a.m., making it very difficult to sleep. The next morning, I expressed my concerns to the front desk. He was polite, apologized, and said he would pass the information along. However, the noise resumed again the following night. Around 11:30 p.m., I stepped into the hallway and observed someone pulling trash on one of the carts; they did not appear interested in engaging when I tried to address it. Closer to midnight, after another loud door slam, I spoke with a different staff member who was very receptive and respectful. After that conversation, the noise level did decrease. I understand that hotel operations continue behind the scenes, but for a property positioned as an upscale boutique experience, I would expect better late-night noise control -- especially in rooms directly adjacent to service areas. The hotel has a lot of potential, and the cleanliness was excellent. However, due to the repeated overnight noise disruption, I would be hesitant to stay in that location of the property again.

5 Stars for a GREAT location and staff that took the stay to the next level…read more Shout-out to Veronica at the front desk, who checked me in late in the evening and couldn't have been more kind, and personable. I was tired and yet she made me smile! And also Aaron at the valet who gave me a good tip about parking for free right by the hotel since I got in so late and would be heading out before the parking meters would start charging again. Both of them went above and beyond and turned a pretty good, but average hotel stay into a 5 star stay. The location is perfect- walkable to a bunch of shopping and restaurants in downtown St Pete. The hotel appears to be valet only, but there are other options nearby too. The interior is clean and updated and the room was comfortable. I appreciated that they had breakfast included, and definitely grabbed some yogurt and eggs before heading out. Overall, good hotel, lovely staff!

Beautifully renovated. LOVE the location and this Historic renovation turned out gorgeous. GREAT…read moreSERVICE W/ GREAT ATTITUDES! Rooms were a nice size and the air conditioning worked great. I've stayed in other Historic renovated Hotels and the air conditioning never worked well. The only bummer is there is no parking for this hotel. It's Valet or you have to find Public parking. We were going to a concert 4 blocks away so we parked in that garage and just walked back to the hotel. About a 5 minute walk.

Liam at the front desk was incredible! Great happy hour deal and even better vibes!!! Seriously…read morerecommend this place to anyone looking for a cheap thrill and a good time!

The Plaza Hotel completely raised my standards for what a hotel should be. Every detail felt…read moreintentional, from the retro cars, vintage phones, and colorful decor to the iconic teal appliances in the rooms. It was playful, nostalgic, and effortlessly photogenic without sacrificing comfort. The pool area was the heart of the property with a pool bar, games, plenty of seating, and an atmosphere that made you want to stay all day. The staff was genuinely kind, welcoming, and always happy to help. The location couldn't be better. You're just steps from the beach and an easy walk to great restaurants and bars, so once you park, you barely need your car. This isn't just a place to sleep. It's part of the vacation. 13/10, and the kind of hotel that has me rethinking what I'll be booking from now on.

Overall rating: 4.5…read more I rarely give hotel reviews but I really liked the vibe of this. The staff was really friendly, the beds were comfortable, nothing stood out. When I went in January, it was freezing and mostly all of the attractions were closed. So it was a lot of relaxation in the hotel which wasn't a bad thing. It felt like a sleepy town compared to others in Florida so I got a lot of rest.

I believe the host was Sofia. She was fantastic. Welllllll, we didn't get the "Welcome cookies"…read more That was a bummer. The check in was easy. The room was ok. It was near the bottom of all of the HGI's that we've slept in. To be clear, it was goo but not at the quality that I had expected. However, it would be rated higher if there was a sofa or a second, but comfortable, chair. The gym was nice. Be prepared to pay $25-$50 for parking. The hotel is centrally located in St. Pete Beach and a quick 10-15 minute drive to St. Pete. There are numerous restaurants within a 10-minute walk. You can access the beach from the hotel. All totaled, I'd go there again.

I stayed at the Don CeSar for four nights during a work conference, and had a great experience from…read morethe time I arrived and the time I left. The resort is huge but not overwhelming. The views are beautiful, and the location is right on the beach. There are plenty of spaces in the lobby for working, plenty of meeting rooms (or ball rooms if you're there for a formal event), and areas to just relax or work. The resort provides live music various days of the week as well. I will say that I was surprised about the lack of dining options. There is a lobby bar (which doesn't open until 3pm), and just two restaurant options. Maritana is only open a few days a week and not open until 5:30pm, although the lobby bar does serve a few small plates. The Society Table has a bar within their restaurant (Rowe Bar I believe), and I experienced both as they both have different menus. The lobby bar menu is small but great; the Wagyu Sliders and charcuterie board were both delicious. The wine list is fairly extensive as well. I dined at the society table for lunch on the day that I left and I got the Gumbo with jalapeño cornbread. This was very delicious; I do feel there should've been more than a few pieces of chopped up shrimp. My waitress was wonderful though and very kind as well as the hostess. For the days we were provided food by the resort for the work conference, I was very impressed! All of the breakfast, lunch, and dinner options were incredibly extensive, fresh, and delicious. The servers were very attentive and helpful. The room service menu although overpriced and included a $5 "delivery charge," is very extensive and tasty. For example, an omelet with toast (small salad included with the omelette), was almost $60 including tip. That being said, it was the best omelette I've ever had. The guest services for room service and the cleaners were incredibly friendly and helpful, especially Evan! Do note that this is a cashless resort. There are a few shops on the first floor for souvenirs, basic necessities for traveling, and then an adorable little shop/café with ice cream, coffee, wine, snacks, and drinks. On to the room! I really enjoyed my room. I feel like for one person or even two, it's a pretty spacious room. The bed was very comfortable as well as pillows. They cleaned my room each day, and provided new towels. The bathroom was clean and a decent size for one person. All of the events that the hotel put on for our conference were outstanding. We had a welcome party and a beach party, and I was incredibly impressed. The food was delicious, the staff incredibly attentive and kind, and the music wonderful! The Don CeSar was the perfect place for our conference and I would highly recommend a company conference there. Between the delicious food, impeccable service, beautiful resort, and location right on the beach, I would recommend this spot for an event, quick getaway, or staycation.

This is a beach resort that is very nice. The rooms are ok somewhat dated. The restaurants are…read moreEXCELLENT, but expensive, which is probably expected. The service in this hotel is very good overall. The pools and the beach are superb. We chose this resort as a special anniversary vacation, and this is part of the lower review. We ultimately felt the hotel discount promotion and phone sales was misleading. Ambiguous communication led us to believe we would receive a free night, however we later realized and were told that the discount was already built in to our price, although no sign of discount was found anywhere on our invoice. I'm self employed and I've managed business for 35 years, and I've not seen discounts that don't show on an invoice. Se beware of promotional discount offers as it may not be what you expect, and you'll be left with no way to disprove the phantom discount because it's not on your invoice, apparently is just spoken. Overall service was very good. We had a minor blip in the maritana, which was the wrong dessert brought to us, and presented as "happy anniversary" with a chocolate that said that, but was strangely charged to us. The waitress handled it like a pro. I would advise the chef to either ignore birthdays and anniversaries and that sort of thing, or offer a small free dessert. But definitely don't bring out a "happy anniversary" dessert then charge for it. Also had overcooked hard poached eggs at the society table - no big deal just no runny yolk. If not for the price, who cares? But with such a great menu and fantastic chef, they should get eggs right. No discount offered. But I ate it so... All of our food was great, and really well developed and complete dishes as if it were Michelin rated. Cheers to the chef. Just two very minor fails. Overall it was a nice stay but we won't go back mainly because ultimately they didn't step up over a $600ish discrepancy over a 5 night stay. Look at my reviews. It's very rare I don't write 5 stars. I'm not one of those people that gives a bunch of bad reviews. The highlight of this resort is the beach, the pools, and the menu. Service is good overall. So definitely some good.

We stayed here during our trip to visit the Salvador Dalí Museum, and it was a great choice. My…read morehusband booked this hotel ahead of time, and we really enjoyed our stay. The staff was friendly and attentive. The lobby is beautiful, very spacious, with high ceilings and large windows that make it feel bright and welcoming. I really liked the style. We booked a room with two queen beds for two adults and two kids. The room was simple, very clean, and everything looked fresh and well maintained. The furniture seemed new, and it had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. There was a mini fridge, a safe, a TV (which made our kids very happy), a coffee maker with coffee pods and tea bags, a hair dryer, an iron with an ironing board, an extra pillow, and plenty of towels. The bathroom had wall-mounted shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, plus hand soap, body lotion, makeup remover wipes, and soft facial tissues. One thing I really appreciated was the extra security. The room opens with a key card, but once you're inside you can lock it so the key card won't open the door. There is also an additional security latch, which gave us extra peace of mind while traveling with kids. It was very quiet at night, and we all slept well. The location is great--about a 10-minute walk to the pier, and we even had a partial water view from our window. There is also a pool. The only thing I noticed was a couple of spots where the pool's underwater coating had chipped, so it could use a little maintenance. Overall, we had a really nice stay. St. Petersburg is a beautiful city with plenty to see, nice places to walk, and it didn't feel overcrowded. We'd definitely stay here again.

We are currently staying here for our 18 year anniversary. The room itself was perfect. The pool…read morehowever was dirty and had patches torn at the bottom of the pool. It was not clean and no one was even using it. It was very disappointing. Our kids came along and we didn't allow them to use such a disgusting pool.

This is a review for the Vinoy Spa…read more They are having a local only Spa package that comes with a massage, a facial, and $25 to either parasol or Paul's landing. Since the facial and massages are usually $225.each, this is a pretty good deal. The one major downside to the spa is the valet parking. You get two hours validated for $12, but then it is $12 an hour after that. If you get to the spa early to make sure you're not rushed, plus spending time after eating, this ends up being a not inexpensive valet parking bill. I'm really surprised there isn't a flat rate or that they don't validate more of your parking. Especially given how expensive the treatments are. I have to say I like the hard rock spa a lot more. The main reason is because the facilities here are small and seem a little rundown. The actual spa services are separate from where their steam room and salt room is. So you have to walk in your robe through the hallway to get from one to the other. Also, the salt room and steam room weren't turned on when we got there so we had to wait for both rooms to heat up. It is a bit confusing on how to turn them on, so we were lucky that one of the employees was nearby for us to ask. All the services are fantastic though. So if you're coming just for the service and not for a Spa experience, this place is pretty good. The massage was one of the best I've had in a long time. My masseuse really got into my back, which was fantastic. I thought the facial was well done as well. So if your plan is to come solo, this place isn't bad, but if you're coming with friends and want to experience more than just your services, I wouldn't recommend this place. I was also surprised that you don't get access to the pool with your Spa service, which is pretty standard for other places.

I Iwonderdul hotel…read moreand pool area is elite!! Visited my sister in law there and had a fine elegant time. Terrific location in downtown camper off!! The KRANK GIVES FIVE STARS!!

We loved everything about The Inn on the Beach. Great location right across from beach access, you…read moreare literally steps away. The hotel provides everything you need for a relaxing day at the beach, chairs, towels and umbrellas. Our room was spotless and had a fully kitchen equipped with everything we needed to prepare a meal, coffee and teas as well. We also had table and chairs on our veranda. The staff were all very accommodating and friendly. Bikes are available if you are inclined. The Inn provides 5 star accommodations with a more intimate feel. I definitely recommend if you are thinking of staying in Pass A Grill.

2 nd time here and love it! Great location. Parked in their feee lot and never moved the car. Beach…read moreis right there and they have good chairs, umbrella setup and beach towels. Tina the Innkeeper provides good service and whatever you need. King bed and pillows were very comfy too. Booked for next year already

A great little hotel, in a great location. Very walkable to the pier and to the edge district…read more Love the free, bottled water and happy hour. Bonus, you can use the pool at the hotel next-door. We will definitely be back!

Very cool hotel. The people are great too. I love the decor in the lobby. Rooms are decent size and…read moreclean.