I liked my two days. actually managed to read an entire book! Great 'grand dame' on the beach. friendly service. clean. great pools. perfect beach. what more can you ask. room was a little small - but i didn't spend much time in it. I'd recommend it highly.

The hotel was great. They have the most friendly and happy people working there i have ever met at a hotel. the location and beach are beautiful.

Stayed four nights while attending a conference nearby. The room was lovely and quiet. A refrigerator was promptly provided when I requested one. Both room and bath were spotless. From the moment I walked in the door, the entire hotel staff provided excellent service. Every employee I encountered greeted me pleasantly throughout my stay. Concierges Christina and Ron were amazing.... More

Fantastic Hotel with good facilites and helpful staff. Shame about the 'Starbucks' Coffee that they rpide themselves on - unless of couse you are a fan of 'Starbucks'. Difficult to get a coffee when we arrived and were finally served the dreaded 'Starbucks' in polystyrene cups - not what you expect from this class of hotel. However, otherwise a great... More

The Don Cesar is a perfect choice to kick back and unwind. Our overall experience was great. The only disappoitment was with a late arriving house keeping staff on one day. Spending a couple of days under an umbrella, a view of the Gulf of Mexico, with Kindle & Corona in hand can do wonders for your outlook on life.... More

Just in for a quick visit, attending Eckerd College graduation ceremonies. This is the closest place to stay for family members visiting Eckerd students. It visually stands out with its pink stucco Moorish/Mediterranean styled 8 story tower. This historical landmark hotel first opened in 1928, converted into a military hospital in 1942, and the VA occupied the site until 1969;... More

Just departing now from a 3 night stay at the Don. Have been here many times before and have generally enjoyed our stay. The hotel is beautiful and in a prime location, so the Loews has an automatic advantage, I just hope they aren't relying on location alone to bring repeat guests. Positives - The service at the pool was... More

I just stayed at the "Don" for 5 days and what a beautiful place. From the minute I walked in the front door until I left it was outstanding. Sevice was great and the place is awesome. Great history and yes the rooms are small but who goes away for the room? Place is top notch.

We arrived after driving 600 miles. Had leak in bathroom that took three requests before it was fixed. Room was not made up two days in a row. Staff and hotel are nice but there is a lack of attention to detail and customer service. They could certainly take some lessons from The Ritz in Sarasota, it wouldn't take much... More