There are plenty of places in Florida to rest your head, each offering up something unique, historical, or just downright cool. In St. Petersburg, there is a hotel that is simply timeless – with a history dating back to the 1920s, a renovation that elevated it to new levels, and a place where visitors can forget all of their worries in the sand. Check out what makes the Don CeSar Hotel in Florida one of the most historic places you’ll ever sleep.
The Don CeSar Hotel in St. Petersburg, Florida is a luxury spot that has been around since 1928.
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While some might consider this hotel to be the most famous in Florida, it’s easy to see why once you lay eyes on the iconic pink paint.
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What makes this historic spot so stunning is the fact that it’s perched atop the swaying sea-grass dunes of St. Pete with water views in every single direction.
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Fully renovated, there is so much to enjoy in your own personal luxury escape on the coast.
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For starters, the history behind this hotel is fascinating in its own right. Opened back in the time of Gatsby-era fashion and atmosphere, high society would come to the Gulf Coast to spend the night and frolic in the waves.
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Celebrities like F. Scott Fitzgerald and Clarence Darrow all stayed at the hotel, which is only part of why it became a timeless place with landmark-style.
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The hotel was purchased by the U.S. Army in 1942 in order “to be used as a sub-base hospital, then convalescent center for airmen returning from their WWII tour.”
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Then in 1945, the site was recommissioned, serving as the VA Headquarters before eventually being vacated in 1969. Eventually, the hotel was saved from ruin, renovated, and reopened as a full-service resort in 1973.
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Today, guests can enjoy the sugary-white beaches and the world-class spa during their visit. You might never want to even leave the hotel.
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So the next time you’re looking to spend the night in a waterfront slice of history, head on over to The Don CeSar Hotel in St. Petersburg
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Address: The Don CeSar, 3400 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach, FL 33706, USA
