Ponce De Leon Hotel St. Petersburg, St. Petersburg ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

95 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States of America, 33701

The Ponce De Leon Hotel stands as a historic landmark in the heart of Downtown St. Petersburg, Florida, originally constructed in 1922. Its unique architecture marks a transition in hospitality from small boarding houses to prominent masonry hotels. Guests can immerse themselves in a vibrant atmosphere, enriched by cultural highlights nearby, including the Salvador Dali Museum. This hotel's location offers convenient access to some of the area's best dining and entertainment options.

Location

Positioned in Downtown St. Petersburg, the hotel is a short 15-minute walk from cultural attractions like the Museum of Fine Arts and the Dali Museum. Surrounded by vibrant nightlife, restaurants, and shopping, guests can easily explore the area's attractions without needing to drive. Parking is available nearby for those who choose to use a vehicle for longer excursions outside of downtown.

Rooms

The hotel features 74 air-conditioned rooms, including modern standard queen rooms, each equipped with satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, and mini coolers. Many rooms provide scenic views of the city or Tampa Bay, enhancing the overall guest experience. Accommodations include various layouts, such as Petite Queen rooms and Queen Deluxe options, featuring either standalone showers or shower/bathtub combinations. All units come with essential amenities like coffee makers, hairdryers, and ironing boards, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Eat & Drink

Ceviche Tapas Restaurant serves Spanish-style tapas for lunch and dinner, accompanied by happy hour specials and live music. The onsite bar enables guests to unwind with beverages after a long day. A coffee shop/café is also available for quick bites and refreshments. Furthermore, the hotel's atmosphere is complemented by paintings of iconic Spanish flamenco dancers adorning its hallways.

Leisure & Business

Guests can take advantage of recreational amenities including a nightclub and a television in the common area. A business center with printer access supports those traveling for work. The hotel also offers complimentary wireless Internet access throughout public areas, ensuring connectivity for leisure and business needs alike. The property prides itself on providing guests with amenities that cater to their needs at any time.

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Guest Room

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

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City Center

St. Petersburg2300 ft

Airports

St. Pete-Clearwater International (PIE) 13.4 mi

Clearwater Air Park (CLW) 19.6 mi

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy & Clean

“I was really pleased with my room's cleanliness, and the view from the 6th floor was a delightful bonus!” view full review

Excellent Shower

“The pressure in the shower was fantastic, providing a refreshing experience after a long day.” view full review

Easy Parking

“The front desk was very helpful in explaining the parking arrangements, making it a smooth experience for us.” view full review

Charming Balcony

“Having a small balcony added an extra charm to my stay, offering a lovely space to relax.” view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Elevator
Multilingual staff

Services

Laundry

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Night club
Television in lobby

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

95 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States of America, 33701

Map view

95 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States of America, 33701

City landmarks

Museums

The Dali Museum

3700 ft

Gallery

Chihuly Collection

2200 ft

Gallery

Morean Art Center

3600 ft

800 2nd Ave NE Ste 2001

The Pier Aquarium

3300 ft

Garden

Saint Petersburg Sunken Gardens

1.3 mi

Museums

Tropicana Field

1.4 mi

Museums

Florida Holocaust Museum

2400 ft

Parks

Vinoy Park

4800 ft

Gallery

Florida CraftArt

2200 ft

116 5th St S

Historic YMCA Saint Petersburg fl

2100 ft

620 1st Ave S

The Studio at 620

2800 ft

Gallery

Graphi-ko Gallery

2800 ft

645 Central Ave

Crislip Arcade

2900 ft

400 1st St S

Duke Energy Center for the Arts

2100 ft

Parks

North Straub Park

2300 ft

Events

Nova 535

4900 ft

Museums

Great Explorations Children's Museum

1.3 mi

480 Bayshore Dr SE

Albert Whitted Park

3300 ft

Nearby

Museums

Museum of Fine Arts

1400 ft

Stadiums

Al Lang Stadium

1100 ft

Museums

The James Museum of Western and Wildlife Art

400 ft

Museums

Saint Petersburg Museum of History

1400 ft

Central Avenue and 2nd Street

Downtown St Petersburg

600 ft

Parks

Demens Landing Park

1100 ft

Gallery

Alyssa Marie Gallery

1500 ft

Parks

South Straub Park

1300 ft

Parks

Pioneer Park

200 ft

North Shore Historic District

1900 ft

Spa Center

Tranquility Wellness Spa

900 ft

350 2nd Ave N

Williams Park

1900 ft

Restaurants

Ringside Cafe

900 ft

16 2nd St N

Mastry's Bar & Grill

900 ft

233 Central Ave

Kahwa Coffee

1400 ft

204 2nd Ave S

Subway

1300 ft

1 Progress Plz Ste 150

Crafty Squirrel

1000 ft

259 Central Ave

Dot Ice

1100 ft

205 1st St NE

Burrito Boarder

1300 ft

17 3rd St N

China Kitchen

2000 ft

268 3rd St S

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

liked the hotel and would stay again

convenient location

friendly staff

small rooms

no dining options

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

5.0

Location

8.3

Service

7.3

Dining

5.0

Michael

United States of America, March 2024

5.0/10

My stay at this hotel was quite disappointing. The rooms were really small, didn't offer any services like room cleaning, the bathroom had only cold water, the sink was clogged, the bed was hard, and there was no Wi-Fi available, all for a high price. Additionally, the bathroom emitted an unbearable smell. However, the location was convenient for accessing various places in downtown St Petersburg.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were extremely small, even for a single guest, and the bathroom had an unbearable smell coming from it.

Service

6.0

The staff was apologetic and tried to get a repairman to address issues. The front-desk person, Emma, was wonderful and friendly.

Location

8.0

The location was perfect for accessing downtown St Pete and various attractions like museums, restaurants, and bars.

Dining

5.0

There were no dining options within the hotel.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel lacked any notable facilities.

convenient location

small rooms

Peter

United States of America, October 2023

6.2/10

I couldn't have asked for a better location for this hotel - it's within walking distance of so many great places and right near the beach. The rooms, while spacious, are a bit outdated and not well-maintained. The service from staff, especially Emma, was friendly and pleasant. The hotel could use some improvements in terms of accommodating special requests and providing more details about parking. Despite the old charm of the building, the location makes up for it all.

Rooms

5.0

The design of the rooms seems tailored for shorter people, and while they were quite spacious, they looked old and unkempt.

Service

7.0

The service was overall pleasant and very helpful, particularly from a staff member named Emma. Though the hotel may be renovating on a budget, the staff remained accommodating.

Location

9.0

This hotel is truly in a prime location - right in the heart of downtown, close to the beach and many attractions. Although the hardwood floors in the bathroom and challenging stairs are a bit inconvenient, being so close to everything makes it worthwhile.

Dining

5.0

I was surprised by the lackluster dining options considering the status of the hotel. The dining room just didn't match the expectations one would have. However, the organic jams were a nice touch.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities of the hotel were a mixed bag - they could use some improvements to match the location and service provided. The organic jams provided a unique touch.

Great location

Unkept rooms

United States of America, June 2023

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The location was convenient, and the staff provided excellent service. However, I did notice some room issues that affected my experience, and the dining options were not as impressive as expected.

Rooms

7.0

Although the room had a nice view facing the water, it didn't match the images on the website. I also found a towel tucked in around the AC unit, which seemed odd. The curtain was covering the window for over half an hour, and the overall cleanliness was not ideal.

Service

9.0

The service provided by the staff was friendly and accommodating. They were welcoming and made me feel at home during my stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was convenient for accessing the places I wanted to visit. It was near everything I needed, and I could easily walk to many attractions in the downtown area.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was underwhelming, and the nearby options did not meet my expectations. I hope to see improvements in the food offerings for future visits.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities at the hotel were satisfactory, but nothing particularly stood out during my stay.