THE DON CESAR, St. Pete Beach

Maritana Grille serves dinner with locally-sourced ingredients and an extensive wine list, set against saltwater aquarium views. The Sea Porch offers a comfort-food menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Uncle Andy's Ice Cream Parlor provides Lite breakfast fare, Starbucks coffee, and decadent ice creams.

Each room includes a flat-screen cable TV, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and a private bathroom. Select rooms offer a private balcony or patio with views of the Gulf of Mexico or the city. In-room dining is available for guests who prefer to eat in their room.

Spa Oceana offers a range of rejuvenating treatments, including massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa also has a sauna, steam room, hot tub, and spa lounge. A 24-hour fitness centre with personal trainer services and yoga classes is available on site.

The hotel sits on a private beach area with direct beachfront access and sun loungers. Two heated pools are surrounded by sun umbrellas and an active poolside atmosphere. Water sport facilities on site include jet skiing and beach yoga classes.

Children can enjoy the games room, board games, and evening entertainment led by staff. Babysitting services and baby safety gates are available for families with young children. The hotel is pet-friendly with designated play areas and special diet menus for pets.

Architecture: Historic pink façade known as The Pink Palace, opened in 1928

Location: Beachfront on St. Pete Beach, 15 minutes from The Dalí Museum and Fort De Soto Park

Dining: Award-winning restaurants with AAA Four Diamond ranking

Wellness: Full-service Spa Oceana with sauna, steam room, and hot tub

Activities: Beach yoga, jet skiing, live music, and evening entertainment

Family: Kids' meals, babysitting, and games room

Pet: Pet-friendly with designated play areas and pet menus