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Epicurean Hotel, Autograph CollectionvsThe Don CeSar
Both properties are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, The Don CeSar is preferred by most professionals compared to Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection. The Don CeSar scores 90 with endorsements from 9 sources like Star Service, DK Eyewitness and Jetsetter.
Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection
Fodor's
Oyster
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Independent
1207 South Howard Avenue, Tampa, FL 33606
From $263/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's "This vibrant, cuisine-centric installment of Marriott's Autograph Collection is an absolute must for foodies, but it doesn't make nonfoodies feel left out." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"A luxury property with chic and modern interiors accented with a culinary theme. Multiple fine wining and dining options." Full review
Afar Magazine "Tampa’s Epicurean Hotel hosted a class to teach the relatively new art of pairing beer and food." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"In a city rapidly developing a major foodie culture, The Epicurean is a true culinary haven as this Autograph Collection boutique hotel celebrates indulgence." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Warm-toned rooms, Sunday pool parties and one of Tampa's only rooftop bars round out the craft-curated experience." Full review
Independent "For a more affordable stay with its own pool party fun and modern interiors, try the Current Hotel by Marriott’s Autograph Collection"
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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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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