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Hotel Indigo Sarasota, an IHG HotelvsThe Don CeSar
Both hotels are recommended by travel writers. Overall, Don CeSar Hotel scores significantly higher than Hotel Indigo Sarasota. Don CeSar Hotel is ranked #3 in Tampa Bay Area with endorsements from 8 sources such as Michelin Guide, Gayot and Travel + Leisure.
Hotel Indigo Sarasota, an IHG Hotel
Star Service
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Oyster
U.S. News & World Report
1223 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
From $109/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Star Service "Down the road from the superior waterfront Hyatt, this is one of InterContinental's stylish yet economical offshoots, a trendier take on Marriott's Courtyard by Marriott brand." Full review
Rough Guide "Fabulous boutique hotel, with bright, bold colours and tropical art splashed across the walls, wooden floors and spotlessly clean rooms, all with CD players and some with fridges."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Now anchoring the downtown historic district, this boutique chain makes an attractive, reliable stay." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 95-room Hotel Indigo Sarasota is an upper-middle-range boutique property located off of Highway 41 and close to several restaurants, attractions, and the beach." Full review
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"Recent guests raved about the spacious guest rooms, the lovely decor found in-room and throughout the hotel and the personable customer service. " Full review
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Guests should note that they will likely need a car to get around, as popular local attractions – like Lido Key Beach – are about 3 miles from the hotel.
The Don CeSar
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
DK Eyewitness
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter Lonely Planet Star Service
Gayot
Fodor's Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
3400 Gulf Boulevard, Saint Pete Beach, FL 33706
From $326/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This Moorish-style "Pink Palace" on the National Register of Historic Places has a rich history and appeals to groups, families, and couples." Full review
Michelin Guide "Elegantly designed in breezy Florida pastels and light woods, guest rooms overlook the Gulf of Mexico or Boca Clega Bay."
DK Eyewitness "A local landmark, this palatial pink hotel has oodles of old-world charm. With a seemingly endless beachfront, it boasts a lobby with high windows, crystal chandeliers, and marble floors."
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Request a room with a view.
Travel + Leisure "The magnificent, flamingo-pink Don CeSar Beach Resort with its Moorish bell towers and turrets, has dominated the St. Petersburg skyline since 1928,." Full review
Jetsetter "Old world elegance meets modern family fun in St. Pete with nouveau American fare and a tony spa." Full review
Lonely Planet "The magnificent, coral-pink Don CeSar shimmers like a mirage as you approach St Pete Beach from the causeway." Full review
Star Service "Granted, CEOs and prosperous conferees sometimes pack the hotel, but management is solid and the hard-working staff lends top-notch support that appeals to individuals." Full review
Gayot "This grand pink lady stands proud as one of the area's most beloved historic landmarks."
Fodor's "Today the "Pink Palace," as it's called thanks to its paint job, is a storied resort and gulf-coast architectural landmark, with exterior and public areas oozing turn-of-the-20th-century elegance." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Stay right on the Gulf of Mexico at The Don CeSar, where you can take advantage of the hotel’s free bikes and two gulf-front pools when you’re not building castles in the powdery white sand"
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