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Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

3.0 star property
Historic hotel with free breakfast and spa services

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View | View from room
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished
Exterior detail
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug

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Pet-friendly Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premier Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Terrace, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pet-friendly Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa Bed, Accessible

Pet-friendly Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room

Signature Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
7401 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL, 33710

What's nearby

  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Tropicana Field - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Upham Beach - 11 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Eckerd College - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Salvador Dali Museum - 13 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dead Bob's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪CD Roma Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

Historic hotel near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
Located close to John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, Crystal Bay Historic Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a library and conference space.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and 1 meeting room
  • Beach towels, coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, beach locale and overall value
Room features
All 54 individually furnished rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 850 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1915
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Pool access available from 7 AM to 7 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Crystal Bay Hotel St. Petersburg
Crystal Bay St. Petersburg
Crystal Bay Hotel Hotel
Crystal Bay Hotel St. Petersburg
Crystal Bay Hotel Hotel St. Petersburg

Frequently asked questions

Does Crystal Bay Historic Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM to 7 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel on 25 Aug 2025 start from NZ$230.49, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Crystal Bay Historic Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Bay Historic Hotel located?

Located in La Vista, this historic hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches, and within 6 mi (10 km) of John's Pass Village & Boardwalk and Tropicana Field. Vinoy Park and Sunken Gardens are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Crystal Bay Historic Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1073 out of 1375 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1375 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 1375 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1375 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1375 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

FREDERIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic historic hôtel and fantastic place !!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a short or long term stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place with helpful and friendly staff and loads of character. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Great service and friendly staff! I will stay at this place over and over again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was fantastic and the staff were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Freddy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful time love the continental breakfast every morning will definitely book again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic hotel. Great breakfast buffet. Wonderful staff. Keyless access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Breakfast buffet was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievably friendly staff!! Wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magdiel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, nice and clean and the staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nkechi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the hotel it’s very close to everything. The staff are very nice and friendly. Welcoming environment. I will recommend it over and over again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property is a true treasure! Everything was perfect for us - the staff, the room and amenities and the wonderful breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vadim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cailah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, clean, kind staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place with incredible history! Close to the beaches and attractions. Very well kept and very beautiful. Will stay here again and recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great area off the beach, but right next to it- amazing parking lot. Breakfast was okay. The facility is historic, so just remember that means its a little more loved than your average hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delicious hot breakfast with variety of choices. Coffee, tea, or cocoa available throughout the day. Easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful bed and breakfast. Wonderful and helpful staff. Large free breakfast in the morning. Beautiful pool and great location. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hongbo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sleep as comfortably as at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend! Hotel is a really pretty historic property. The people that work there are so kind and helpful, some of the nicest I’ve ever interacted with. Rooms are spacious and very clean. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was fresh and the staff was wonderful! The property was beautiful. The pool is warm we will definitely be back and its convent to everywhere right in the middle we went to Saint Pete one day we went to Clearwater water one day we went to Madeira one day just absolutely wonderful trip and the room made it even better
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great. Staff was helpful. I loved the history of the hotel-built in 1915-still had an antique feel about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time. Loved the historic feel. Great breakfast. Clean rooms! Would definitely recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience , lovely people and establishment
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025