St. Petersburg, Florida, has long been a popular place for retirees and vacationers alike. Commonly called "St. Pete," this city is perched on the tip of the Pinellas County peninsula in Tampa Bay. Visitors like to frequent the waterfront area of downtown, where they can choose from several hotels.
The Pier Hotel is just down the street from the St. Petersburg Pier. This waterfront luxury hotel is just steps away from the district's museums, art galleries, shopping and dining spots on Beach Drive. It is the oldest continuously operating hotel in the city, and was the haven of traveling silent movie stars who were on their way to their homes in New Port Ritchey, located 45 minutes to the north.
Guests at The Pier Hotel can enjoy a two-hour guest reception each evening during which free beer and wine is offered. The rooms feature high-speed Internet access, cable television, refrigerator and wet bar. The hotel caters to special requests, including the option of fresh flowers, balloon arrangements for special occasions, champagne or in-room massage.
The Pier Hotel
253 2nd Avenue North
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
800-735-6607
thepierhotel.com
The Ponce de Leon Boutique Hotel puts visitors right in the heart of St. Petersburg's downtown waterfront district. The Salvador Dali Museum, St. Petersburg Pier, nightclubs and shopping opportunities are within walking distance from this Mediterranean style boutique on Central Avenue.
After taking in the sites along the waterfront, guests can settle in to a room that features flat screen televisions and premium cable. Relax in comfort in a hotel robe and slippers, and enjoy the wet bar located inside the room.
Ponce de Leon Boutique Hotel
95 Central Ave.
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701
727-550-9300
poncedeleonhotel.com
Located on prime real estate in the downtown waterfront district, Grayls Hotel is housed in a Spanish Mission built in 1922 on Beach Drive. This upscale boutique hotel is composed of suites that add many of the conveniences of home.
Guests enjoy rooms with more than the standard amenities. All hotel rooms have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves, and include a daily newspaper and premium cable television. Downstairs from the suites, enjoy a meal at Gatsby's Restaurant or choose from two cocktail lounges with indoor and outdoor seating.
Grayls Hotel
340 Beach Drive NE
St Petersburg, Florida 33702
727-896-1080
graylshotel.com
