What is the big pink hotel in St Petersburg?

Dramatically perched atop wind-swept dunes with expansive water views in every direction, the fully renovated Don CeSar is the crown jewel of Florida’s Gulf Coast. Since 1928, this monument to glamour and leisure has welcomed sun-seekers, luxury travelers and some of America’s most famous – and notorious – figures.

What famous people stayed at the Don CeSar?

CeSar boasts a rich and glamorous history. Distinguished celebrities such as Clarence Darrow and F. Scott Fitzgerald have stayed at the Pink Palace on St. Pete Beach.

Who is the Don CeSar hotel named after?

Thomas Rowe migrated to Florida and purchased 80 acres of what is now St. Petersburg Beach in 1924. A year later, construction began on his dream project: the “Pink Palace.” The historic Don CeSar, named for the chivalrous Don Ce-Sar in Vincent Wallace’s light opera Maritana, opened in 1928 and 300% over budget.

Did the Don CeSar used to be a hospital?

But The Don isn’t just about glamour. It has also proudly served its country. During the Second World War it functioned as a sub-base hospital and convalescent center for airmen returning from battle. It was also a VA Regional Office and recreation center for nearly 30 years.

Can I visit the Don CeSar?

No visit to The Don CeSar is complete without enjoying the best local attractions. From beaches to deserted islands, thrilling theme parks to vibrant local neighborhoods, we’ve got it all.

Is the Don CeSar the same as the Vinoy?

The history of the Vinoy is virtually identical to that of the Don CeSar. The Vinoy is more spread out, its grandly appointed corridors long and wide, and has 360 rooms to The Don’s 277. Our room was in the tower, the newer part of the hotel built in 1992 (the original was built in 1925).

How old is the Don CeSar hotel?

2 answers. While we do not offer shuttle service, our concierge can assist you in arranging a car to pick you up, or taxi’s are also readily available. There are a number of restaurants and shops both in the hotel and within walking distance.

How many rooms are in the Don CeSar hotel?

Tampa Bay Bucanneers owner Bryan Glazer bought the Vinoy resort, marina and golf course for a price that topped $500,000 per hotel room. An owner of the National Football League team in Tampa bought a waterfront resort and downtown landmark across the bay in St. Petersburg for $188.5 million.

When was the Don CeSar renovated?

The redesign of the resort began in 2018, when Edge of Architecture, a Florida-based design studio, renovated The Don CeSar’s meeting spaces, guest corridors, palatial exteriors and its Beach House Suites.

When Did the Vinoy reopen?

In 1992, The Vinoy reopened as a Stouffer Hotel and restored its place as the epicenter of St. Petersburg’s waterfront downtown. It was named by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as one of the Historic Hotels of America.