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4.9 out of 5

"I grew up not far from this property. I was back in town for an evening & I enjoyed being able to stay inside a place I’d always known but never seen. ... " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 23 Jan 2023

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Hotel Description

3-star historic hotel near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches

La Vista stay

A stay at this La Vista hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 6 miles (10 km) of John's Pass Village & Boardwalk. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Tropicana Field and Salvador Dali Museum.

Free perks

An outdoor pool is featured at this hotel, along with free self parking. Guests will appreciate free perks like buffet breakfast and WiFi in public areas. A business center, a terrace, and a garden are also on offer.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$139* Per night/room May 1 - May 2

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

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Signature Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Crystal Bay Hotel ratings based on 22 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.9 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Crystal Bay Hotel

Everyone (8) Couples (5) Family (7)
5 out of 5
I grew up not far from this property. I was back in town for an evening & I enjoyed being able to stay inside a place I’d always known but never seen. Staff is very kind & provided more personalized service than chain hotels. Breakfast was tasty & appreciated.

Posted by , from Celbration on Jan 23, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 8, 2023 by Kathy Weed, Assistant Manager

Stefanie: We so appreciate the five stars. We are always pleased when our guests enjoy their stay. And how nice that you were able to stay inside this historic building after observing it when you lived in the area. We are glad to hear you enjoyed our complimentary breakfast and our amazing staff. We are fortunate as they truly do enjoy assisting our guests. We'd love to have you stay again if you find yourself returning to the St. Petersburg area.

5 out of 5
This was our second stay at Crystal Bay, just a few blocks away from my daughter’s home. The last time we had our large dog with us, and he was treated like a king. This time we reserved the Babe Ruth suite, but found it to be noisy both from a porch door slamming shut and two streets intersecting outside. We were moved to a quieter room and enjoyed the delicious breakfast, as well as seeing LaTosha who we met on our last visit. We will be back!

Posted by , from Tubac on Nov 10, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 14, 2022 by Crystal Bay Hotel

Thank you for your spectacular review! We are so delighted that you returned for another visit to our historic hotel! We are so gtlad that you gave us the opportunity to move your room to quieter, more suitable accommodations! We hope you will stay with us again the next time you are in beautiful St.Petersburg, and we will have a bag of treats waiting for your pup if he comes along as well!

5 out of 5
Really enjoyed it, breakfasts was a real treat

Posted by on Aug 28, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 30, 2022 by DIane

Thank you for your review Frank. We are happy you enjoyed your stay at Crystal Bay hotel. Many of our guests agree with you that our breakfast is a real treat. We look forward to seeing you again soon. As always we wish you safe travels.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 24, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 20, 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by , from Suwanee on May 15, 2022

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5 out of 5
Historic bed and breakfast exactly like the pictures. Everyone was attentive and helpful.

Posted by on May 3, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 12, 2022 by Diane

Thank you for your 5-star review Michelle. We appreciate it.

5 out of 5
Restored historic property

Posted by on Apr 29, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 12, 2022 by Diane

We love hearing from guests who appreciate the historic charm at Crystal Bay Hotel. We hope to see you again soon.

5 out of 5
Good staff helpful

Posted by on Mar 26, 2022

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5 out of 5
Love this hotel. This was my 4th time here and it did not disappoint. I do miss the full breakfast available before Covid. Hope they go back to that option again in the near future.

Posted by on Mar 25, 2022

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Property Features

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 850 square feet (79 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the historic Crystal Bay Hotel. Free self parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star St. Petersburg hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 850 sq ft of conference space
  • 79 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1915
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Crystal Bay Hotel offers 54 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This St. Petersburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Cable television is provided. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

  • Television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Massage in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

Guests are served free buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Spa Services

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Guests will receive an access code.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 17
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Number of children who can stay free - 4
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Hotel Names

  • Crystal Bay Hotel St. Petersburg
  • Crystal Bay St. Petersburg
  • Crystal Bay Hotel Hotel
  • Crystal Bay Hotel St. Petersburg
  • Crystal Bay Hotel Hotel St. Petersburg

You should know

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 7 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.