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Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

3.0 star property
Historic hotel with free breakfast and spa services

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Crystal Bay Hotel provides a quiet getaway near St. Petersburg-Clearwater Beaches. Guests start their day with a complimentary breakfast buffet before enjoying spa treatments. The property features a garden, pool, and library where visitors can relax with a good book.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

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

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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 cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(89 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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 cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Pet-friendly Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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 cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Pet-friendly Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa Bed, Accessible | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Sunset Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pasadena Shopping Center - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Ronald Mcdonald House Children - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Treasure Island Golf, Tennis & Recreation Center - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Palms of Pasadena Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dead Bob's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tiki Tim’s - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pierogi Bar - ‬15 min walk

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 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 a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, beach locale, and overall value
Room features
All 54 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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 transportation

  • 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 10:00 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

  • High chair
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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 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

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

Property 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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–7 PM.

Is Crystal Bay Historic Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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 9 mi (15 km) of John's Pass Village & Boardwalk and Vinoy Park. Sunken Gardens and Salvador Dali Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Crystal Bay Historic Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1106 out of 1415 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1415 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1415 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1415 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1415 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect, will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

jens

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff; breakfasts very good
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

The room was spotless, the breakfast fabulous and the staff was so courteous and thoughtful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We truly loved this place , the staff was super friendly and hotel super clean Amenities were super close too ! Definitely a gem !
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, beautiful hotel, with a great pool and hot breakfast. Friendly staff. Fantastic value for the price. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. The staff was super. You couldn’t ask for more in the buffet breakfast. Hotel is well maintained and clean. I will highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a quaint, cute place to stay. We loved it. The staff was wonderful. The breakfast was so good. The rooms were cozy. There were many places to sit and relax and it was convenient to the beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place, clean room, and the staff was awesome, especially Kassandra. The breakfast buffet was absolutely delicious. We loved the hotel's location and the balcony view. Lovely hotel, everything was perfect. I highly recommend it!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic "old Florida" hotel. Full breakfast every morning, exceptional staff, short drive to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gasan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classy historic hotel, very clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BobbieSue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I had an amazing stay at this hotel , from the staff making you feel like family to the breakfast every morning that was delicious, would definitely stay again and refer anyone looking for a great place to stay, Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No laundry facilities available. And evening food service was iffy. But otherwise good. GREAT breakfasts! Great maid service also.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean and quiet. The breakfast was delicious.We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was amazing. We couldn't find anything wrong with it. Maybe if they had real mugs for breakfast, but that's a little petty. Staff was super helpful, room was clean and comfortable, breakfast was varied and delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!! Will definitely book here again (:
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yelena De

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel es beautiful, it’s just that I want it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy bed, nice to have a fridge and a microwave, breakfast was solid. Just a little loud because our room was close to the street
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully kept historic hotel. The staff went above and beyond the complementary breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of fruit
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

Jose Francisco

Liked: Amenities
Everything was good but a few things, our room had a musty smell to it, if I were to guess the rug needed to be shampooed, lack of mirrors. Everything else was excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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