About this campground
The Don CeSar, built in 1928 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 1989 was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels across America. Facing the pristine, white sands of the Gulf of Mexico, the Mediterranean-style Don CeSar-Florida's iconic "Pink Palace"-immediately launched itself into the Great Gatsby era in 1928 as a playground for the rich and famous, earning a storied history. Now revitalized, guests enjoy 277 redesigned guestrooms, including 36 suites, many with spectacular views of the Gulf beaches or Boca Ciega Bay. Spa Oceana features over 11,000 square feet of spa facilities, luxurious spa treatments, a full-service salon, and a stunning rooftop garden. A historic landmark, beautiful beaches, Spa Oceana, and four-diamond dining await visitors who return season after season. The best has gotten even better. For Price Match Guarantee and Special Offers please visit, please visit HistoricHotels.org.
Getting there
On the beach, 15 minutes from downtown St. Petersburg. Salvador Dali Museum, Florida International Museum, Busch Gardens, and Cypress Gardens nearby. Tampa Int'l Airport: 30 miles, 40 minutes. Visit HistoricHotels.org to get more information, view special offers or make a reservation. Save up to 50% off best available rates at participating historic hotels with a free membership to the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Activities
- BEACHCOMBING
- SAILING
- HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE
- WATER SPORTS
- PLAYGROUND PARK SPECIALIZED SPORT SITE
- HOTEL/LODGE/RESORT PRIVATELY OWNED
- PHOTOGRAPHY
- SWIMMING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph CollectionSt. Petersburg8 mi
- De Soto National Memorial Visitor Reception TentDe Soto National Memorial14 mi
- South Florida Museum and Parker Manatee AquariumBradenton18 mi
- Chassahowitzka WildernessChassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge70 mi
- Island Bay WildernessIsland Bay National Wildlife Refuge72 mi
- The Gasparilla Inn and ClubBoca Grande72 mi
Explore more Florida camping
The Don CeSar doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby Florida campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.
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