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The Don CeSar vs The Avalon Club

The Don CeSar is a historic, large 4-star beachfront resort on St. Pete Beach with extensive dining, meeting and family amenities; The Avalon Club is an upscale, boutique-style 4-star aparthotel on Clearwater Beach. Read this if you’re choosing between a full-service historic Gulf resort (The Don CeSar) and a smaller Clearwater Beach apartment-style hotel (The Avalon Club).

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The Don CeSar

Historic · Large resort · Full-service spa & restaurants

Best for travelers who want a full-service beachfront resort with multiple restaurants, a large spa, and event space.

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The Avalon Club, Clearwater Beach, Florida

The Avalon Club

Boutique-style · Apartment suites · Clearwater Beach location

Best for travelers who prefer a smaller, suite-style hotel with kitchen-equipped rooms steps from Clearwater Beach.

Quick Verdict: The Don CeSar vs The Avalon Club

When The Don CeSar wins: pick The Don CeSar if you want a classic, full-service beachfront resort experience — multiple dining venues, a full-service spa (Spa Oceana), two heated Gulf-view pools, and large meeting/wedding facilities.

When The Avalon Club wins: choose The Avalon Club for a more apartment-style stay on Clearwater Beach with kitchen-equipped suites, private balconies, and a compact, quieter property footprint close to Pier 60 and local Clearwater Beach attractions.

Bottom line: The Don CeSar is the choice for resort amenities, on-site dining variety, and event capacity; The Avalon Club suits travelers after suite layouts and a boutique Clearwater Beach address rather than resort-scale services.

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The Don CeSar vs The Avalon Club – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for The Don CeSar and The Avalon Club
CategoryThe Don CeSarThe Avalon Club
Overall vibeLarge, historic beachfront resort with resort services and multiple venuesUpscale boutique-style aparthotel with apartment-like suites
LocationSt. Pete Beach — directly on the Gulf with private beach accessClearwater Beach — steps from the sand and Pier 60 area
Size (rooms)277 rooms34 rooms
Typical guest mix / agesAll ages — family-friendly with kids’ activitiesAll ages — not adults-only; apartment-style appeals to couples and families
PoolsTwo outdoor heated Gulf-view poolsNumber of outdoor pools - 1
Restaurants & barsMultiple on-site venues (Maritana, Society Table, Rowe Bar, Lobby Bar, Uncle Andy’s)Coffee shop/cafe, snack bar/deli, bar/lounge and poolside bar
Spa & wellnessSpa Oceana — full-service spa with 16 treatment rooms and rooftop terraceNot published
Rooms — signature featuresVariety of rooms and suites, including penthouses and 1‑bedroom gulf-view suitesSuites with kitchens, private balconies, memory foam beds and 65-inch TVs
Event & meeting spaceExtensive event and wedding venues (multiple ballrooms and outdoor venues)Not published
Parking & accessOn-site self-park and valet (fees apply); resort fee appliesCovered self parking and secured parking (surcharge); self parking fee published

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Location: St. Pete Beach vs Clearwater Beach

The Don CeSar – Location

The Don CeSar sits directly on St. Pete Beach with Gulf views and quick beach access.

  • Direct Gulf beachfront location; private beach within a short walk.
  • Close to Pass-a-Grille, downtown St. Petersburg and Fort De Soto by short drive.
  • Resort is visible landmark on Gulf Boulevard (the 'Pink Palace').

Choose The Don CeSar for a traditional St. Pete Beach beachfront resort location and easy access to regional attractions.

The Avalon Club – Location

The Avalon Club is steps from Clearwater Beach and near Pier 60 and Beach Walk.

  • Located at 24 Avalon St, within a short walk of Clearwater Beach and Pier 60 Park.
  • Nearest airports listed: PIE (~20.7 km) and TPA (~33.8 km) in supplier listing context.
  • Compact site that puts you close to Clearwater’s restaurants, shops, and beach activities.

Choose The Avalon Club for a Clearwater Beach address and walking access to Pier 60 attractions.

Rooms: Suites & variety

The Don CeSar – Rooms

The Don CeSar offers a wide range of 277 rooms and suites from standard rooms to penthouses and 1‑bedroom Gulf-view suites.

  • Room types include Luxury Room, Junior Suite, Suite 1 Bedroom (Gulf View), Penthouse Gulf/Bayside, and more.
  • Options include balconies and Gulf or bayside views across multiple room categories.
  • Family-friendly room configurations and larger suites suitable for groups.

Choose The Don CeSar for variety and traditional hotel room/suite options, including larger event-capable suites.

The Avalon Club – Rooms

The Avalon Club provides apartment-style suites (34 rooms) with full kitchens and private balconies.

  • Room types listed exactly include Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View and multiple 2- and 3-bedroom Deluxe Suites.
  • Suites feature full-sized refrigerators/freezers, ovens, memory foam beds, premium bedding and queen sofa beds.
  • Private balconies and 65-inch LCD TVs are standard in rooms.

Choose The Avalon Club if you prefer suite layouts with kitchens and private balconies for self-catering or longer stays.

Dining & drinks: On-site choices

The Don CeSar – Dining & drinks

The Don CeSar has multiple signature dining venues for casual and fine-dining coastal fare.

  • Maritana — AAA Four-Diamond Mediterranean/coastal fine dining (dinner, Wed–Sun).
  • Society Table — all-day coastal dining (breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch).
  • Casual options include The Rowe Bar, Lobby Bar and Uncle Andy’s Market (ice cream/market).

Choose The Don CeSar for a broader range of on-site restaurants and bars suitable for different occasions.

The Avalon Club – Dining & drinks

The Avalon Club provides small-scale on-site dining options and easy access to Clearwater Beach restaurants.

  • On-site coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli are available for casual bites.
  • The property lists one bar/lounge and a poolside bar for drinks and light fare.
  • Concierge can help with local dining recommendations in Clearwater Beach.

Choose The Avalon Club if you want simple on-site dining and a short walk to Clearwater Beach restaurants.

Pools & beach access: Two pools vs one

The Don CeSar – Pools & beach access

The Don CeSar provides two outdoor heated pools with Gulf views and beach lounger service.

  • Two heated outdoor Gulf-view pools with poolside food and beverage service.
  • Daily beach lounger and umbrella rental is included via the resort fee (details vary).
  • Pool programming includes family activities and no formal age-restricted pool.

Choose The Don CeSar if you want multiple pool options and included beach lounger service.

The Avalon Club – Pools & beach access

The Avalon Club lists one outdoor pool and is a short walk to Clearwater Beach.

  • Amenities include 'Number of outdoor pools - 1' and pool sun loungers.
  • Property description emphasizes being steps from Clearwater Beach and Pier 60.
  • Pool area is smaller and matches the boutique/aparthotel footprint.

Choose The Avalon Club for a compact pool and immediate Clearwater Beach access.

Wellness & nightlife: Spa, fitness & evening options

The Don CeSar – Wellness & nightlife

The Don CeSar has Spa Oceana, fitness facilities, and evening bars with live music.

  • Spa Oceana: full-service spa with 16 treatment rooms, rooftop terrace, whirlpools and steam rooms.
  • Fitness center plus daily yoga and water-aerobics classes included with the resort fee.
  • Lobby Bar hosts evening live jazz/lounge music; other bars offer beachfront cocktails.

Choose The Don CeSar if spa treatments, scheduled fitness classes, and evening bar programming matter to you.

The Avalon Club – Wellness & nightlife

The Avalon Club lists fitness-related accessibility features but no published full-service spa or nightlife program.

  • Amenity list includes a wheelchair-accessible fitness center and fitness facilities.
  • No full-service spa is published in the supplier listing.
  • On-site bars and poolside bar provide casual evening options; local Clearwater nightlife is a short walk away.

Choose The Avalon Club if you’re focused on beach time and local Clearwater nightlife rather than hotel spa programming.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for resort dining & bars
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The Don CeSar

The Don CeSar — multiple on-site restaurants and bars including a AAA Four-Diamond fine-dining venue.

Best for suite-style stays & kitchens
The Avalon Club, Clearwater Beach, Florida

The Avalon Club

The Avalon Club — suite configurations with full kitchens and private balconies for self-catering.

Best for spa & structured wellness
Colorful lounge seating with a grand piano in the lobby of The Don CeSar

The Don CeSar

The Don CeSar — Spa Oceana with multiple treatment rooms and scheduled fitness/yoga classes.

Best for smaller-footprint Clearwater Beach location
The Avalon Club, Clearwater Beach, Florida

The Avalon Club

The Avalon Club — compact property within easy walking distance of Pier 60 and Clearwater Beach.

Frequently asked questions

The Don CeSar vs The Avalon Club: FAQs

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Which hotel is better for families with kids?

The Don CeSar — it’s explicitly family-friendly with kids’ activities, family pool programming, and multiple dining options suited to families.

Which property is closer to Clearwater’s Pier 60 and Beach Walk?

The Avalon Club — it’s in Clearwater Beach and is a short walk from Pier 60 and Beach Walk. The Don CeSar is on St. Pete Beach instead.

Do both properties have kitchen facilities in rooms?

No — The Avalon Club’s suites have full kitchens; The Don CeSar offers traditional hotel rooms and suites without full in-room kitchens listed as standard.

Is The Avalon Club adults-only?

No — supplier data lists The Avalon Club as not adults-only.

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