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A covered patio area with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a building entrance.

A cozy lobby with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted display of postcards.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' sign, a framed certificate, and a lamp. A staircase with a wooden railing and a lamp is visible in the background.

A well-furnished living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, a bookshelf, and a dining area.

1. The Inn on Third

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.2 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

bruce

NZ$178

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A staircase with black and white patterned tiles, a gold-framed mirror, and a decorative door with a gold panel.

A room with a hanging chair, a table with red cushions, patterned floor tiles, and a view of greenery outside.

A spacious living room with a large round rug, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs.

A four-poster bed with a green bench, a bedside table, a small desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

2. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

Historic Old Northeast, 1.6 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Kathleen

NZ$184

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio with a dining table, chairs, and a sofa.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a green rug.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a swimming pool, and a parking area.

3. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.6 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Leah

NZ$239

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a large potted plant, and artwork on the walls.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, including a sofa and chairs, and a large potted plant.

A self-serve snack and beverage area with various packaged snacks, a cash register, and refrigerated drink dispensers.

A hotel entrance with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 0.9 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

John

NZ$317

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern living room with a fireplace, a white sofa, and a bookshelf.

A modern living room with a fireplace labeled "AVALON," a white sofa, and a unique circular ceiling design.

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, a large chandelier, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel with a neon sign reading "AVALON" and a well-lit entrance.

5. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.5 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Michael

NZ$178

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a prominent "Hyatt Place" sign.

A hotel lobby with a long corridor, large windows, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with upholstered chairs.

A modern bar with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A spacious lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

6. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 0.9 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Turhaan

NZ$337

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

The exterior of the Marie Hotel in St. Petersburg, FL, featuring a classic stone facade, a prominent entrance with a black awning, and a clear view of the street.

A crowded indoor event with people standing and conversing.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, water bodies, and a distant bridge.

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a pier, and boats docked at the waterfront.

7. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

Grand Central District, 3 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Roy

NZ$165

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with sofas and round tables.

A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a pink flamingo float.

An outdoor bar area with wicker furniture, a bar counter stocked with bottles, and a city view at dusk.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

8. Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.7 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Jose

NZ$253

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a mix of glass and wood paneling.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a table, and chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a polished wooden floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

9. GALAXY HOTEL

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.2 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Guilherme

NZ$168

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a tiled backsplash.

A modern interior with a long bar area, white chairs, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and a building outside.

A conference room with multiple round tables, each set with chairs, candles, and floral centerpieces.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

10. Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

1.2 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Robert

NZ$235

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a menu board.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows providing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, blue armchairs, and a marble accent wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa set, a round coffee table, and a bookshelf.

11. Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.3 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Ramon

NZ$202

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a staircase leading to another level.

A historic hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, blue sofas, and large windows.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a glass table, overlooking a street with a blue building and parked cars.

12. The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.1 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Glen

NZ$274

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a tall building.

A coffee shop interior with a display case of pastries, a refrigerated section with juices and snacks, and a menu board above the counter.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a television, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a patterned carpet, and a sofa with decorative pillows.

13. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

Downtown St. Petersburg, 0.5 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Daniel

NZ$293

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel entrance with a glass canopy, wooden doors, and a check-in desk.

A hotel room with a bed, white pillows, a headboard, two wall-mounted lamps, and a telephone on the side table.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a seating area with a red chair.

A staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a door with glass panels.

14. Ponce De Leon Hotel

Downtown St. Petersburg, 0.9 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Antonio

NZ$175

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a central table with a lit candle, and lush greenery in the background.

A hotel entrance with a red and green sign, a white door, and a red bench outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a painting of boats, and a table with glasses and a basket of flowers.

A table with a vase and plants, a wicker chair with a red cushion, and a view of a building with a tower at dusk.

15. VIinoy House

Historic Old Northeast, 1.7 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Monica

NZ$507

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A swimming pool area with a tiled deck, benches, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a small side table with a lamp.

A room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a double sink, and a stove.

16. Uptown Suites

2.7 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Trevor

NZ$88

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A multi-story building with a green and white exterior, multiple doors, and a courtyard with chairs and plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a refrigerator, a shower, and artwork on the walls.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a white fence.

17. The Lofts at St. Pete Beach

11.7 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

kevin m

NZ$289

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A room with a view of the beach, a table with chairs, and a bed with a pillow.

A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a wooden shelf above the sink.

A modern kitchen with wooden shelves, a sink, and a built-in refrigerator.

18. Inn on the Beach - 18+ only

12.8 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Clint

NZ$409

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A swimming pool with a wooden fence, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A white chair in a covered outdoor area with arched windows overlooking a garden with various plants and trees.

A large, multi-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A spacious lobby with a large white sofa, several armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned rug. There are multiple doors leading outside, and a potted plant is visible.

19. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

10.3 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Steven

NZ$208

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A balcony with colorful lighting, seating, and a city view.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a white countertop, and a built-in dishwasher. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view of the city.

A dark-themed living room with a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a large window with blinds.

A bar area with leather seating, wooden ceiling beams, and a bar stocked with bottles.

20. The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

14.9 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Matthew

NZ$337

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Inn on Third	9.6 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Prestige Collection Boutique hotel	9.6 Exceptional 208 reviews	View
Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa	9.4 Exceptional 1,047 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg	9.2 Wonderful 1,461 reviews	View

Top University of South Florida-St. Petersburg Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed my four day stay at this establishment.. The property is well kept, excellent customer service and the best breakfast bar I have ever experienced.."

Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"Great location for the Baseball stadium...Room could use some deep cleaning...room was spacious as a suite but could use more seating for watching TV...breakfast was ok...would stay there again for the Baseball games"

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay, clean great location"

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoy the consistency of service across various of your properties."

The Birchwood

10/10 Excellent

"Alexi was amazing she takes care of everything! Room was very spacious & very clean. Bar staff was very friendly but be aware your check automatically adds a 20 percent gratuity. Great location."

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff. Clean rooms and great coffee."

AC Hotel St. Petersburg Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"SERGIO WAS THE ABSOLUTE BEST! The hotel was perfect and close to everything. 5 stars to Sergio!"

Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

10/10 Excellent

"Will stay again, great price and cool place!"

Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

8/10 Good

"The stay at the hotel was very pleasant, they were very helpful on all our issues, which they addressed on a positive and polite manner during our visit. We will visit in the future and recommend it to our family and friends."

Other attractions near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

A modern building with a dome structure and palm trees in front.

Salvador Dali Museum

9.2/10 (2,636 reviews)

Browse the surrealistic masterpieces of a world-famous Spanish painter in a remarkable building that perfectly suits the style of the art exhibits.

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A modern building with a glass facade, a blue sign reading "Duke Energy Center," and palm trees in the background.

Mahaffey Theater

8.6/10 (229 reviews)

Beaches aren’t the only attraction in St. Petersburg. Expect to find an arts district with incredible water views and an elegant theater with top-notch events.

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A baseball field with empty spectator stands, a chain-link fence, and a modern building in the background.

Al Lang Stadium

9.2/10 (7 reviews)

Catch an event at Al Lang Stadium during your trip to St. Petersburg. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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A modern building with a large glass entrance, a bronze eagle sculpture, and a sign for the Western Museum of Art.

The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art in St. Petersburg. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.

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A park with a monument, benches, and a building in the background.

Pioneer Park

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

This scenic area by the water is ideal for a peaceful stroll in the shade. Its centerpiece monument pays homage to the city’s founding residents.

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A museum with a large train carriage and informational displays.

Florida Holocaust Museum

9.0/10 (10 reviews)

This is one of the country’s largest museum tributes to the Jewish genocide that took place in World War II, and its motto is, “Remember, Educate and Empower.”

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Jannus Live

8.4/10 (264 reviews)

Jannus Live is just one of the places to see in St. Petersburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern

After visiting Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Petersburg. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of South Florida-St. Petersburg?

University of South Florida-St. Petersburg is located in an area of St. Petersburg known for its beautiful beaches, sporting events and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 84 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg?

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg. Other good choices within a short distance include Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa and GALAXY HOTEL.

How many hotels will I be able to find near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg?

Expedia has 84 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg.

What can I see and do near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg?

Salvador Dali Museum, The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art and Museum of Fine Arts feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. You can catch a show at Mahaffey Theater, American Stage Theatre Company and Palladium Theater. You can wander around Vinoy Park, Sunken Gardens or Demens Landing Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

Top Hotels Near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg in St. Petersburg - Clearwater from NZ$88

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Our top choices for University of South Florida-St. Petersburg hotels

1. The Inn on Third

2. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

3. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

4. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

5. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

6. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

7. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

8. Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

9. GALAXY HOTEL

10. Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

11. Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

12. The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

13. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

14. Ponce De Leon Hotel

15. VIinoy House

16. Uptown Suites

17. The Lofts at St. Pete Beach

18. Inn on the Beach - 18+ only

19. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

20. The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Top University of South Florida-St. Petersburg Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

The Birchwood

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

AC Hotel St. Petersburg Downtown

Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

Other attractions near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Salvador Dali Museum

Mahaffey Theater

Al Lang Stadium

The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art

Pioneer Park

Florida Holocaust Museum

Jannus Live

Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern

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