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Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL

2.5 star property
Downtown St. Petersburg's Tru By Hilton puts travelers steps from live music at Jannus Live and performances at Mahaffey Theater

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Tru By Hilton in St. Petersburg places travelers in the heart of the cultural scene. The hotel offers continental breakfast, an outdoor entertainment area for relaxation, and a gym for workout routines.

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Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown St. Petersburg, a neighborhood in St. Petersburg, Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL is near the airport and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Vinoy Park, while Jannus Live and Mahaffey Theater are cultural highlights. Salvador Dali Museum and Eckerd College are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our St. Petersburg travel guide
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2017 Street South., St. Petersburg, FL, 33712

What's nearby

  • Imagine Museum
    Imagine Museum
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tropicana Field
    Tropicana Field
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • StPetersburg_JannusLive_553248621533125382_02
    Jannus Live
    4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Salvador Dali Museum
    Salvador Dali Museum
    5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Mahaffey Theater
    Mahaffey Theater
    5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station
    27 min drive
  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill
    5 min walk
  • Sparrow
    6 min walk
  • 1st ave bourbon crew clubhouse
    8 min walk
  • Hawkers Asian Street Food
    6 min walk
  • The Burg Bar & Grill
    2 min walk

About this property

Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL

Hotel near Jannus Live
Located close to Mahaffey Theater and Salvador Dali Museum, Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an outdoor entertainment area and a gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • Luggage storage, outdoor furniture, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 132 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and free weekday newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs and free infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Mini fridges, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 40.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL located?

Located in Downtown St. Petersburg, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Jannus Live, Tampa Bay, and Mahaffey Theater. Salvador Dali Museum and Vinoy Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL Reviews

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Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 683 out of 1004 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1004 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sharan

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Perfect location and lots of fun amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Good food. Parking process works great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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The hotel is exceptionally nice, featuring modern decor and a welcoming atmosphere, a fresh and comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kyrsten M

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Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Everything was absolutely perfect for my weekend in St. Pete. The staff goes above and beyond. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Sharon

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Clean room. Good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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Friendly and courteous staff. Clean hotel and excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

daniel

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Excellent facility, staff & great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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Clean, friendly, and a great location. The new little grocery store was a great addition. We use this hotel frequently.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

alexis

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Easy check in and stay was comfortable. Lots of food options all around as well!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Arshiya

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Wonderful hotel experience! The staff was so kind and welcoming all throughout the trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mario

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Staff was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

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Night front desk clerk was so friendly and welcoming. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bob

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Room was very clean, quiet. Everyone we ran into-from valet to registration desk to the breakfast attendant were all pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Connie

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Great location & super friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brittaney

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Great location, clean property and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Robert

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Room was great and breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Noemi

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Great staff and very clean! Amazing location, you can walk everywhere. Parking isn’t so great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronnda

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Staff were super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Tracy-Ann

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The room were spotless, and the staff was very friendly and courteous. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roy

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The staff was indeed courteous. The hotel is spectacular. The valets were great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was comfortable. Pillows were soft, shower pressure was excellent. The location was prime. Walking to a wide variety of restaurants and bars.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Raymond

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Breakfast was so so. Room was clean and fresh
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AC was great in the room and the shower was nicer than most. The location is great as well. Beware there is required valet parking for a cost.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Convenient location. Very nice and comfortable place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Georgine

All good, clean room, nice staff, but $40 to valet park your car in an uncovered dirt lot less than 300ft away was a little excessive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025