The Don CeSar FAQs

This room has a city view . It suits guests who plan to spend their days at the beach and pools, which are a short walk away, and who want a comfortable base at a good rate. Blackout drapes help you sleep in after a late evening.

The room measures 250 sq. ft. , which is cosy for four, so it works best for a small family or two couples travelling together. A complimentary crib is available for little ones, and connecting rooms can be arranged when available if your group needs more space. The Don CeSar is a family-friendly beachfront resort with kids' and teens' activity programs.

The private bathroom has a shower/bathtub combination , free toiletries, a hair dryer, towels, bathrobes and slippers. The tub suits a quick rinse after the beach as well as a soak at the end of the day.

In the room you will find a 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable , pay movies, an iPod dock, a minibar, a coffee/tea maker, a desk, free local calls and room service. The hotel charges a mandatory resort fee, officially $40 plus tax per room per day . It covers premium Wi-Fi, bicycle rentals, up to three beach loungers and an umbrella daily, fitness center access and daily yoga and aerobic classes, two bottled waters daily, pool and beach games, and airline boarding-pass printing.

The Don CeSar sits on the Gulf of Mexico in St. Pete Beach, and the beach is about a 5-minute walk from the hotel. The resort has two outdoor heated pools with Gulf views, with food and drink service and family games at the pools through the day.

There are several options on site. Society Table serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Maritana is the AAA Four-Diamond dinner restaurant, open Wednesday to Sunday. The Rowe Bar and Beacon Pool Bar are casual spots, and the Lobby Bar has live jazz in the evening. Uncle Andy's Market sells ice cream and coffee from 6:30am to 10:00pm. The concierge can help with reservations.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The primary guest must be at least 21 and will need a photo ID and credit card; the hotel is cashless. Self-parking is about $31.64 per night and valet about $42.94. Tampa International Airport is roughly 25 to 28 miles away, about a 30 to 40 minute drive.

The Luxury Room is one of the resort's more accessible categories, offering a city view rather than a direct Gulf view, which keeps it a strong value choice while still including the same resort amenities as higher categories — the two heated pools, dining venues, and beach access are all just as close. Guests who most want an unobstructed water view from their window should ask about Gulf-facing rooms, but for travelers who plan to spend their time at the beach and pools anyway, the Luxury Room delivers the same location for less.

Because the Luxury Room looks over the city side rather than the pool deck or beachfront, it tends to sit a little further from daytime pool activity and evening bar noise, making it a reasonably quiet option for light sleepers , while the Gulf and the resort's two pools remain an easy five-minute walk away.

This suite has a city view rather than a Gulf-facing outlook. Blackout drapes help keep the room dark and restful. The beach is a short walk away, about 400 feet or roughly 5 minutes from the hotel, so the Gulf is easy to reach.

The private bathroom has a shower and bathtub combination . It comes with bathrobes, slippers, towels, free toiletries and a hair dryer.

Yes. The Don CeSar is a family-friendly beachfront resort with kids' and teens' activity programs. This suite offers space for up to five, a choice of two double beds, a free crib and connecting rooms for larger groups. Two outdoor heated pools with Gulf views are on site, and the poolside team runs games and family activities.

A mandatory resort fee applies, which the hotel states as $40 plus tax per room per day. It covers a daily rental of up to 3 beach loungers and an umbrella, complimentary bicycle rentals, fitness center access, daily yoga and aerobic classes, non-motorized watersport rentals in the morning, bottled water, in-room coffee, pool and beach games and free local calls. In the suite itself you also get a coffee/tea maker, minibar, free local calls and daily housekeeping.

You will find a 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels and pay movies, plus an iPod dock . Wi-Fi is offered for a surcharge at 100+ Mbps, which suits 1–2 people or up to 6 devices. There is also a desk for working.

Options at The Don CeSar include Society Table for all-day dining, Maritana for AAA Four-Diamond dinners Wednesday to Sunday, the beachfront Rowe Bar , Beacon Pool Bar & Lookout and the 1950s-style Uncle Andy's Market for ice cream and coffee. The Lobby Bar has live jazz in the evening, and in-room dining is available from your suite.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM . The primary guest must be at least 21 years old and show a photo ID and credit card. The hotel is cashless, so all charges go on a card.

Tampa International Airport is roughly 25–28 miles away, about a 30–40 minute drive via I-275 South. Self-parking is around $31.64 per night and valet around $42.94 per night , both with in/out privileges. Taxi or rideshare fares from the hotel to the airport are cited at about $27–$54.

This suite has a city view from its private balcony . It is not described as a Gulf-facing room. The Gulf of Mexico beach is still only about a 5-minute walk (roughly 400 feet) from the hotel.

The suite has 1 king bed with a pillowtop mattress and premium bedding. It sleeps up to 4 guests . A free rollaway/extra bed can be added, and a free crib is available for little ones.

Yes. The Don CeSar is a family-friendly beachfront resort with kids' and teens' activity programs. This suite offers a king bed, a free rollaway, a free crib and connecting rooms on request for larger groups. Both heated pools have Gulf views and no age restriction. The primary guest checking in must be at least 21.

The private bathroom has a shower/bathtub combination . It also comes with bathrobes, slippers, towels, a hair dryer and free toiletries. Accessibility features and a visual fire alarm are part of the suite's setup.

You get a 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels and pay movies, plus an iPod dock . There is a coffee/tea maker , a minibar , a desk, an iron and ironing board, free local calls and daily housekeeping. Wi-Fi in the suite runs at 100+ Mbps, good for one to two people or up to six devices. Room service is also available.

The hotel's resort fee is $40 plus tax per room per day . Inclusions include a daily rental of up to 3 beach loungers and an umbrella , fitness center access , daily yoga and aerobic classes, complimentary bicycle rentals , two bottled waters daily, in-room coffee, pool and beach games, free local and domestic long-distance calls, and non-motorized watersport rentals from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

There are several options on site. Society Table serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Maritana is an AAA Four-Diamond dinner restaurant, open Wednesday to Sunday. The Rowe Bar is on the beach, Beacon Pool Bar is by the pool, and the Lobby Bar has live jazz in the evenings. Uncle Andy's Market , a 1950s-style ice cream parlor, is open daily from 6:30am to 10:00pm.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM . Bring a photo ID and a credit card . The hotel is cashless, so all charges are paid by card. Self-parking is about $31.64 per night with in/out privileges. Valet is about $42.94 per night.

The Grand Room is a city-view category. Blackout drapes and climate-controlled air keep the room restful, and the sea is a short stroll away rather than outside your window. Guests who want the beach close by will find it about a 5-minute walk from the hotel.

You can choose 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds , and the room sleeps up to 4 guests . Mattresses are pillowtop, dressed with Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Families or friends sharing will want the two-double-bed setup.

It is a private bathroom with a shower/bathtub combination . You will find bathrobes, slippers, towels, free toiletries and a hair dryer, so a long soak after a beach day is easy.

Expect a 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels , pay movies and an iPod dock. There is also a coffee/tea maker, a minibar, an in-room safe, an iron and ironing board , a desk, free local calls and daily housekeeping. Room service is available when you would rather stay in.

The hotel markets Premium Wi-Fi as part of the daily resort fee , though some booking sites show it as a separate surcharge. The room's connection is 100+ Mbps, which suits one or two people or up to six devices.

The hotel's resort fee is $40 plus tax per room per day . It covers daily use of up to 3 beach loungers and an umbrella , fitness center access, daily yoga and aerobic classes, bicycle rentals, non-motorized watersport rentals (9:00 AM–12:00 PM), two bottled waters daily, in-room coffee, pool and beach games, and airline boarding-pass printing.

The beach is roughly a 5-minute walk from the hotel, within about 400 feet. The Don CeSar has two outdoor heated pools with Gulf views. A poolside team serves food and drinks through the day, and Beacon Pool Bar & Lookout serves food from 11:00am to 5:00pm.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The primary guest must be at least 21 years old and show a photo ID and credit card at check-in. The hotel is cashless, so bring a card for incidentals.

This suite has a private balcony facing the Gulf of Mexico . The Don CeSar sits directly on the Gulf and overlooks the white sand dunes of St Pete Beach, so you wake up to open water and sunrise-to-sunset sky views from your own outdoor space.

You can choose 1 king bed or 2 double beds , each with a pillowtop mattress and premium bedding. The suite sleeps up to 6 guests . A free rollaway/extra bed and a free crib are also available, which helps families spread out.

The private bathroom has a shower and bathtub combination . It is stocked with complimentary toiletries, towels, bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer, so you can settle in without packing extras.

It works well for all three. The Don CeSar is a family-friendly beachfront resort with kids' and teens' activity programs, and this suite offers a separate bedroom, a free crib and a free rollaway bed. Couples get the Gulf-facing balcony and a quiet retreat, and the desk, daily housekeeping, iron and ironing board and free local calls suit longer stays. Connecting rooms are available if your group needs more space. The guest checking in must be at least 21.

The beach is about a 5-minute walk , with the private beach within roughly 400 feet of the hotel. The resort has two outdoor heated pools with Gulf views. A poolside team serves food and drinks and runs games through the day. The resort fee includes daily rental of up to 3 beach loungers and an umbrella.

There are plenty of options on property. Society Table serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus Sunday brunch. Rowe Bar is a beachfront bar known for burgers and wings. Beacon Pool Bar & Lookout serves poolside food from 11am to 5pm. Uncle Andy's Market is a 1950s-style ice cream parlor open daily from 6:30am. The Lobby Bar has live jazz in the evenings. For a special dinner, Maritana is an AAA Four-Diamond restaurant open Wednesday to Sunday evenings with a resort casual dress code. Room service is also available from the suite.

The hotel's resort fee is $40 plus tax per room per day . It includes premium Wi-Fi, bicycle rentals, up to 3 beach loungers and an umbrella, fitness center access, daily yoga and aerobic classes, morning non-motorized watersport rentals, bottled water, in-room coffee and free local and domestic long-distance calls. Parking is not free, with self-parking around $31.64 and valet around $42.94 per night according to booking sites. The hotel is cashless , so bring a credit card, along with photo ID, at check-in.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM . Tampa International Airport is the usual choice, about 25-28 miles and a 30-40 minute drive via I-275 South. A taxi or rideshare takes roughly 34 minutes. The SunRunner and trolley services stop near Dolphin Village rather than at the hotel itself. A car or rideshare is needed for outlying spots such as Fort De Soto Park, about a 15-20 minute drive away.

March through May is widely cited as the sweet spot, with comfortable temperatures and manageable humidity. Late October through April is also dry and pleasant, and November is the quietest month. Summer is hot, with highs above 85°F. Hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30, with September carrying the highest statistical risk.

This suite has a city view from the bayside of the property. Blackout drapes keep the bedroom dark for sleeping in. The Gulf of Mexico sits on the opposite side of the hotel, so choose this suite for its bay and city outlook rather than a Gulf panorama.

The suite has 1 King Bed in its own bedroom and sleeps up to 4 guests . A free rollaway/extra bed can be added, and a complimentary crib is available for little ones. The bed has a pillowtop mattress with Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding.

The suite has a private bathroom with a shower/bathtub combination . It comes with bathrobes, slippers, a hair dryer, free toiletries and fresh towels.

Yes. The Don CeSar is a family-friendly beachfront resort with kids' and teens' activity programs. In this suite, a free rollaway bed and a free crib are available, and connecting rooms can be arranged for larger groups. Both of the hotel's heated outdoor pools have no age restriction, and there is a family-focused games program at the pools.

It is well set up for it. The suite has a work desk , an iron and ironing board, daily housekeeping, free local calls, a coffee/tea maker, a minibar and an in-room safe. A 36-inch cable TV, pay movies and an iPod dock keep evenings relaxed. Room service is also available.

The Don CeSar's private beach is within about 400 feet of the hotel, roughly a 5-minute walk . The resort has two outdoor heated pools with Gulf of Mexico views. A poolside team serves food and drinks through the day, and Beacon Pool Bar & Lookout serves lunch fare from 11:00am to 5:00pm.

The daily resort fee covers beach loungers and an umbrella, fitness center access, daily yoga/aerobic classes, complimentary bicycle rentals, bottled water, in-room coffee, pool and beach games and free local and domestic long-distance calls. In-room Wi-Fi on this suite carries a surcharge, and it runs at 100+ Mbps, suited to 1–2 people or up to 6 devices.

The Don CeSar has several venues. Society Table serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus Sunday brunch. Maritana is the AAA Four-Diamond dinner restaurant, open Wednesday to Sunday, with a resort-casual dress code. The Rowe Bar is beachfront, the Lobby Bar has live jazz in the evening, and Uncle Andy's Market serves ice cream and coffee from 6:30am to 10:00pm.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM . The primary guest must be at least 21 and show a photo ID and credit card. The hotel is cashless, so bring a card. Tampa International Airport is about 25–28 miles away, a 30–40 minute drive. Self-parking is charged per night, with in/out privileges.

This suite has a private balcony with bay and city views . The Don CeSar faces the Gulf of Mexico, so this Bayside category looks toward the bay side of the property. If a Gulf outlook matters most to you, bear that in mind when choosing.

The bedroom has one king bed with a pillowtop mattress, Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A free rollaway/extra bed can be added, so the suite sleeps up to four guests. It suits two adults comfortably, and a family or small group can use the extra bed.

Yes, it has a private balcony with views over the bay and city. It is a good spot for morning coffee, using the in-room coffee and tea maker, or for winding down after a day at the beach.

The private bathroom has a shower and bathtub combination. It comes with bathrobes, slippers, towels, a hair dryer and free toiletries, so a soak after a beach day is possible.

Yes. The Don CeSar is a family-friendly resort, and this suite offers a free crib and a free rollaway bed . Connecting rooms are available for larger parties. Additional fees can apply for children using existing beds. Pools, beach games and kids' and teens' activity programs are on site.

The hotel's resort fee, $40 plus tax per room per day according to the hotel, includes Premium Wi-Fi, complimentary bicycle rentals, up to three beach loungers and an umbrella daily, fitness center access, daily yoga and aerobic classes, two bottled waters daily, in-room coffee, pool and beach games, and non-motorized watersport rentals from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Some booking sites show a different fee, so check the total at booking.

The hotel markets Premium Wi-Fi as part of the resort fee. The connection is rated at 100+ Mbps, which suits one or two people or up to six devices. With four guests, plan on sharing it for streaming and video calls.

The beach is about a 5-minute walk , within roughly 400 feet of the hotel. On property you can eat at Society Table for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and at Maritana for dinner Wednesday through Sunday. Rowe Bar and Beacon Pool Bar are also on site, and Uncle Andy's Market is open daily for ice cream, pastries and coffee.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The primary guest must be at least 21 and show photo ID and a credit card. The hotel is cashless. Self-parking is about $31.64 per night and valet about $42.94 per night, both with in/out privileges.

Tampa International Airport is the usual choice, about 25 to 28 miles and a 30 to 40 minute drive via I-275 South. A taxi or rideshare typically costs about $27 to $54. St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is closer, at roughly 25 minutes, but has fewer flights.

This suite has Gulf of Mexico views . The Don CeSar faces the Gulf and overlooks the white sand dunes of St Pete Beach, so the outlook shows off the resort's beachfront setting.

It is a private bathroom with a shower and bathtub combination . You will find bathrobes, slippers, free toiletries, towels and a hair dryer. The room also has an iron and ironing board.

Yes. The Don CeSar is a family-friendly beachfront resort with kids' and teens' activity programs, and this suite sleeps six. A free crib is available, and connecting rooms can be arranged. The guest checking in must be at least 21 years old.

You get a 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels , an iPod dock, pay movies, a coffee and tea maker, a minibar, a desk, free local calls and daily housekeeping. Air conditioning and blackout drapes are included. Egyptian cotton sheets, a pillowtop mattress and premium bedding make for a restful night.

The hotel's resort fee is $40 plus tax per room per day . It includes up to three beach loungers and an umbrella, fitness center access, daily yoga and aerobic classes, bicycle rentals, pool and beach games, two bottled waters daily, in-room coffee, and local and domestic long-distance calls. It also covers morning non-motorized watersport rentals (9:00 AM–12:00 PM).

The beach is roughly 400 feet away, about a 5-minute walk . The resort has two heated outdoor pools with Gulf views, and neither is adults-only. On site you can eat at Society Table for all-day dining, Rowe Bar on the beachfront, Beacon Pool Bar & Lookout by the pool, and Uncle Andy's Market for ice cream and coffee. Maritana serves dinner Wednesday to Sunday, and the Lobby Bar has live music in the evening.

Spa Oceana is the resort's seaside spa, with 16 treatment rooms, a full-service salon and a rooftop terrace overlooking the Gulf. Guests having treatments can use the whirlpool baths, steam rooms and Whisper Lounge. Please arrive 30 minutes before your appointment.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM . You will need a photo ID and a credit card, as the hotel is cashless. Self-parking is about $31.64 per night and valet about $42.94, both with in/out privileges. Tampa International Airport is the usual choice, roughly 30–40 minutes by road.

This suite has a city view from an elevated position. The hotel itself faces the Gulf of Mexico, so this category is the one to choose for a high vantage over the city. Guests focused on the water can reach the beach in about a five-minute walk.

The suite has two king beds and sleeps up to 8 guests . Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets with pillowtop mattresses and premium bedding. A rollaway or extra bed cannot be added, so plan your group around the sleeping arrangements the suite already has.

The private bathroom has a shower/bathtub combination . It comes with bathrobes, slippers, towels, a hair dryer and free toiletries, so you can unwind after a day on the sand.

Yes. The suite is family friendly , sleeps eight, and has a free crib for little ones. Connecting rooms are available if your party needs more space. The Don CeSar welcomes children of all ages, though additional fees may apply for children using existing beds. The guest checking in must be at least 21 years old.

The suite has a 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable , pay movies, an iPod dock, a minibar, a coffee/tea maker, a work desk, an iron and ironing board, free local calls and daily housekeeping. Room service is also offered. Wi-Fi runs at 100+ Mbps, which suits one or two people or up to six devices, so a full group may want to plan its device use.

The hotel's FAQ gives the resort fee as $40 plus tax per room per day . It includes daily use of up to three beach loungers and an umbrella, complimentary bicycle rentals, fitness center access, daily yoga and aerobic classes, and pool and beach games. Non-motorized watersport rentals (9:00 AM–12:00 PM), two bottled waters daily and in-room coffee are included too.

The beach is about 400 feet away, roughly a five-minute walk . The hotel has two heated outdoor pools with Gulf views and poolside food and drink service. On property you can dine at Society Table for all-day meals, Rowe Bar on the beachfront, and Uncle Andy's Market for ice cream and coffee. Maritana serves dinner Wednesday through Sunday, from 5:30pm to 10:00pm.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. You will need a photo ID and a credit card, because the hotel is cashless. Self-parking is about $31.64 per night and valet about $42.94, both with in/out privileges. Tampa International Airport is roughly 25–28 miles away, a drive of about 30–40 minutes.

This room has an ocean view with Gulf-facing vistas. The Don CeSar sits on the Gulf of Mexico above the white sand dunes of St. Pete Beach, so the private balcony gives you a front-row look at the beach scenery.

The room has 1 king bed with a pillowtop mattress and premium bedding with Egyptian cotton sheets. It sleeps 2 guests , which makes it a natural fit for couples or solo travelers. A free rollaway/extra bed and a complimentary crib can be arranged, and connecting rooms are available if your party needs more space.

The private balcony is an extension of the room. It is a place to take coffee from the in-room coffee/tea maker in the morning, or to watch the Gulf at sunset. Blackout drapes and air conditioning keep the room itself cool and restful once you step back inside.

The private bathroom has a shower/bathtub combination. It comes stocked with free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers , towels and a hair dryer. Accessibility features and a visual fire alarm are also available in this room category.

The hotel's resort fee is $40 plus tax per room per day . It includes Premium Wi-Fi, daily rental of up to 3 beach loungers and an umbrella, complimentary bicycle rentals, fitness center access and daily yoga/aerobic classes. It also covers non-motorized watersport rentals in the morning, two bottled waters daily, in-room coffee, pool and beach games, and local and domestic long-distance calls.

With one king bed and space for two, it suits couples especially well. The Don CeSar is a family-friendly resort, and this room can add a free rollaway bed or crib, or connect to a neighboring room. The guest checking in must be at least 21 years old.

The beach is about a 5-minute walk from the hotel, within roughly 400 feet. The Don CeSar has two outdoor heated pools with Gulf views and a poolside team serving food and drinks. On property you can dine at Society Table for all-day meals, the Rowe Bar on the beachfront, and Beacon Pool Bar & Lookout by the pool. Maritana is the fine-dining option, open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. You will need a photo ID and a credit card at check-in, and the hotel is cashless . Self-parking is about $31.64 per night and valet about $42.94 per night, both with in/out privileges. Tampa International Airport is roughly a 30-40 minute drive away.

This room has a city view from its private balcony , which makes a quiet place to sit and take in the surroundings. It is a 250 sq. ft. room at The Don CeSar, the Pink Palace of St. Pete Beach.

The room is set up with 1 king bed and 1 queen bed and is designed for 2 guests . Both beds have pillowtop mattresses, Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding.

The private bathroom has a shower and bathtub combination . It comes with towels, free toiletries and a hair dryer, and bathrobes and slippers are provided.

The room is designed for two guests, but it is family friendly. A free crib and a free rollaway/extra bed are offered, and connecting rooms are available if your party needs more space. Children of all ages are welcome at The Don CeSar, though fees may apply for children using existing beds.

You will find a 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels and pay movies, plus an iPod dock. There is also a coffee/tea maker and a minibar , and room service is offered. Wi-Fi is rated at 100+ Mbps, which suits one to two people or up to six devices, and a surcharge applies. The hotel's resort fee also lists premium Wi-Fi among its inclusions.

The hotel states a resort fee of $40 plus tax per room per day . It includes fitness center access , daily yoga and aerobic classes, a daily rental of up to 3 beach loungers and an umbrella, complimentary bicycle rentals, and pool and beach games. It also covers morning non-motorized watersport rentals, two bottled waters daily, in-room coffee, free local and domestic long-distance calls, and boarding-pass printing.

The beach is roughly a 5-minute walk from the hotel, within about 400 feet. The Don CeSar has two outdoor heated pools with Gulf of Mexico views. Neither is adults-only, but guests note that the deeper pool tends to draw more adults and the shallower one more young children.

There are plenty of options. Society Table serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Maritana is the AAA Four-Diamond dinner restaurant, open Wednesday to Sunday. Rowe Bar is on the beachfront, and Beacon Pool Bar & Lookout is by the pool. Uncle Andy's Market has ice cream and coffee, and the Lobby Bar has live music in the evenings. Room service is also available.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM . The primary guest must be at least 21 years old and show a photo ID and credit card at check-in. The hotel is cashless, so charges are paid by card.

Self-parking is about $31.64 per night and valet about $42.94, both with in/out privileges. Free parking is not offered. Tampa International Airport is the usual choice, about 25-28 miles away and a drive of roughly 30-40 minutes via I-275 South.

The Deluxe Room is a city-view guestroom . Blackout drapes let you darken the room for sleeping in, and the Gulf beach is a short stroll from the hotel.

The room has two double beds and sleeps up to 4 guests . Beds are pillowtop mattresses dressed in premium bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets. A rollaway or extra bed cannot be added, so four is the maximum.

Yes. The Don CeSar is a family-friendly resort, and the room has two double beds, a complimentary crib on request and connecting rooms for larger parties. Children of all ages are welcome, though fees may apply for children using existing beds.

The private bathroom has a shower and bathtub combination, towels, a hair dryer and complimentary toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers are provided for a comfortable stay.

You will find a 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels and pay movies, an iPod dock, a minibar, a coffee and tea maker, and a desk. Local calls are free, and housekeeping is daily, with an iron and ironing board. Wi-Fi is available for a surcharge.

The hotel's resort fee is $40 plus tax per room per day . It includes fitness center access, daily yoga and aerobic classes, bicycle rentals, up to three beach loungers and an umbrella each day, non-motorized watersport rentals from 9:00 AM to noon, pool and beach games, in-room coffee, and two bottled waters daily.

The beach is about 400 feet from the hotel , roughly a 5-minute walk. The resort has two outdoor heated pools with Gulf of Mexico views, and a poolside team serves food and drinks. There is no adults-only pool, though guests often find one pool deeper and calmer than the shallower family-oriented one.

Society Table serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Maritana , an AAA Four-Diamond restaurant, serves dinner Wednesday to Sunday. For something casual there are the Rowe Bar, Beacon Pool Bar, the Lobby Bar with evening live music, and Uncle Andy's Market for ice cream and coffee.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM . The primary guest must be at least 21 and show a photo ID and credit card. The hotel is cashless, so all charges are paid by card. Self-parking is available for a nightly fee.