Located close to American Stage Theatre Company and Museum of Fine Arts, Ponce De Leon Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Downtown St. Petersburg, a neighbourhood in St. Petersburg, Ponce De Leon Hotel is in the entertainment district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Vinoy Park and Sunken Gardens, while Museum of Fine Arts and American Stage Theatre Company are cultural highlights. University of South Florida-St. Petersburg and Salvador Dali Museum are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our St. Petersburg travel guide
95 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701
What's nearby
Jannus Live
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Museum of Fine Arts
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Mahaffey Theater
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Salvador Dali Museum
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Vinoy Park
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Tampa Union Station
29 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
29 min drive
Restaurants
Oak & Stone
2 min walk
Joey Brooklyn's Famous Pizza Kitchen
4 min walk
Ford's Garage
4 min walk
Five Bucks Drinkery
3 min walk
Social Roost Kitchen & Bar
2 min walk
About this property
Ponce De Leon Hotel
Hotel near Museum of Fine Arts
Located close to American Stage Theatre Company and Salvador Dali Museum, Ponce De Leon Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
Smoke-free property, a lift and bike tour information
Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk and a TV in reception
Coffee/tea in reception
Guest reviews say great things about the overall value, central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 74 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ponce De Leon Hotel?
As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ponce De Leon Hotel on 3 Nov 2026 start from €91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Ponce De Leon Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Ponce De Leon Hotel?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 45 (subject to availability).
Where is Ponce De Leon Hotel located?
Located in Downtown St. Petersburg, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Museum of Fine Arts, American Stage Theatre Company and University of South Florida-St. Petersburg. Salvador Dali Museum and Palladium Theater are also within 15 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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
Ponce De Leon Hotel Reviews
6.8
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Nice place, within walking distance of most of the local attractions. Elevator is a little scary (it is a historical building) but other than that, a pretty nice place.
I've stayed here for over 15 years and it's always exactly what I need. Excellent change of aesthetic from chain hotels.
Perfectly walkable area for food, drink, entertainment and easily drivable to everything the Tampa Bay has to offer
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Angela
20 Sept 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The location is fantastic and the bed was very comfortable. This is a basic hotel with what you need but nothing more. I was disappointed to find that it has very little of its originality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Kendra
28 Aug 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cute historic hotel. Furniture wasn’t new but bed was comfortable and room was spacious clean. No parking on site so add $20 give or take a day to park in a garage close by.
The staff is absolutely amazing. The rooms for being so old were very well kept. The facility itself is a wonderful historical landmark so be conscious of that dont expect it ti be like a newer hotel its vintage yet tasteful. Normally, you would expect an older smell from a building this cherished but surprisingly it was not. I would 100% stay here again and would recommend it to others. The walkable scale is above a 10 so many great spots to eat drink and enjoy St. PETE.
Good stay for the price. Interesting little historical spot. Yummy restaurants walking distance . Cool views of downtown. Central to everything.
Parking was a little wonky, have to park a block up the road in a paid parking garage . Was supposed to be $16 bucks overnight but ended o being $40. Could have been user error so just do your research regarding the parking so you know what to do.
Room was clean , bed comfortable . Staff nice and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Jeff
23 Jul 2026
Liked: Staff & service
I love the location. I love the historic nature of the residence. The major downfall is that the place is in need of serious renovation and updating. But I fully intend on staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
vivian
4 Jul 2026
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect, closest to good places
The staff was helpful but need to be more empathetic
The room was big need more cleaning on the floors
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Samantha
30 Aug 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Parking and location was great. Expected with older hotels some problems. However it just seemed dirty and not well maintained. Staff was friendly and bed was at least clean. Bed was stiff as a board and impossible to sleep on however. Property definitely needs some improvement. But if you're looking for a short trip this will do.
The shower only got luke warm, and the elevator was extremely slow, but for a one night stay, close to everything, it was perfect. The room was very clean and charming, the bed was the most comfortable I have slept in, and the staff was very nice.
I enjoyed staying there for the first time; Friday and Saturday night. The night time disc clerk, Rob treated me and my wife with the utmost respect and made us feel very comfortable. The next time I come back to St Petersburg I will be staying there. CLOSE TO MR. ROB!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Mercedes
2 Aug 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel has a great location. I will say that the number 1 feature is the location so close by the bay, restaurants and museums. It's a very old hotel needs more attention in the area of the building maintenance. There were mold in the bathrooms of my room. I inform the manager.
Location Location Location Excellent ! Used a parking garage….a lot cheaper than the Orlando Hotels. The shower/bathroom could use some updating. I will visit again, many restaurants and bars in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Vivian
5 Jul 2026
Liked: Staff & service
This is right off of Central Ave, right in the middle of night life and amazing area. The public parking is a minor inconvenience, I was able to park there and walk back and forth between my car and the hotel. The elevator on property is rickety and takes a long time but otherwise all was good during my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Cecelia
28 May 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The architecture was really cool! It was nice to see the art deco designs still existing in the hotel. I had everything I needed in the hotel room, not too fancy. It was just right. I look forward to staying here again on my next trip to Saint Petersburg.
I've stayed at this place before and came back solely for the location. The elevator is extremely slow, the bathrooms are super small, not sure how an overweighted person would be able to use it. Walls are paper thin and you can hear everything. 1st night we could hear the guests in room beside us arguing because the front desk gave the key to a guest and they got into an occupied room. Very creepy. I understand that it's an old hotel, but it needs a badly make over. Didn't have bar soap either and they have toiletries in the bathroom such shower gel, but don't give you a wash cloth ... I wish this place could get some updates.
It was great we checked in an hour before the event we were in town to see. Eddy at the front desk was very helpful. All in all it was a pleasurable experience the location was perfect and the staff friendly.