Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

Overview
7401 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, FL 33710 United States
near Exit 20 on I-275 (~4.1mi)
In St. Petersburg (La Vista)
Call to book 1-800-219-2797 by Res.ai
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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Crystal Bay Hotel offers a range of amenities including a pool, spa, and beach access, making it a cool choice for a relaxing getaway.

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Highlights
Free WiFi
Free buffet breakfast
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
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5.0
30-Oct-2026
"Nostalgic excellent great staff good breakfast"

Nostalgic, excellent, great staff, good breakfast! Definitely coming back!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Oct 18 to Mon Oct 19 2026 at a $105.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
22-Oct-2026
"Fabulous"

The total experience couldn't have been better. From comfort, staff attentiveness to the beautiful historical hotel all was top notch. Special gratitude to staff as I needed special accommodations. The breakfast was excellent. Thanks to Chef Jesus who took care of my husband and myself. We'll be be back. Highly recommended!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Oct 12 to Thu Oct 22 2026 at a $129.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
31-Jul-2026
"Crystal Bay Hotel review"

Very friendly, professional staff. Lovely clean room. Delicious breakfast selection. I will be happy to highly recommend the Crystal Bay Hotel.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jul 27 to Wed Jul 29 2026 at a $129.57 average nightly rate.
4.0
09-Jul-2026
"Fun Historic Hotel"

Friendly staff, comfortable bed, nice breakfast. It was fun. It was fun staying at such an old and historic hotel.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jul 06 to Tue Jul 07 2026 at a $127.50 average nightly rate.
5.0
26-Apr-2026
"A great fine nice room and great people serving us"

A great fine,very nice room and good people serving our needs.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Apr 25 to Sun Apr 26 2026 at a $237.99 average nightly rate.
4.0
11-Feb-2026
"Staff were friendly and helpful"

Based on other reviews, I expected a different breakfast. The hotel is comfortable,well kept and a nice break from chain motels. We'd stay again met several couples who return annually.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Feb 09 to Wed Feb 11 2026 at a $205.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
30-Jan-2026
"We love this charming hotel"

Why not stay here? It's the perfect spot with a great breakfast and wonderful staff!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jan 28 to Fri Jan 30 2026 at a $149.99 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2015

Floors: 3

Rooms: 56

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 56

Suites: 0

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 2

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 2.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 2.0 Mi

Ownership: Healing International LLC

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 13.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Guests may cancel up to 4:00 pm the day before check-in with no penalty. After that, the guest will be charged for the first night of the reservation. For groups, blocks will be held up to 30 days before the event, after which time the rooms are releas

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Banquet hall
  • Beach towels
  • Check In: 4:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 850
  • Conference space size (meters) - 79
  • Daily
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Elevator
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Free WiFi
  • Free breakfast
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Free self parking
  • Garden
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Library
  • Multilingual staff
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Number of accessible parking spaces - 3
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Off-street parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pets not allowed
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Spa services on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Terrace
  • 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 on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

In an effort to be socially conscious of our planet's resources, we have the guest choose whether they would prefer fresh towels each day or would like to reuse their towels to conserve water.

We are well-known for our extensive, delicious menu. Breakfast is included in the cost of the room.

There is complimentary, on-site parking in the lot directly across from the hotel. There is parking for large busses next to the park across from the west side of the hotel.

All areas of the hotel include free WiFi.

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Day 1

Breakfast Banyan Cafe - Start your day with delicious breakfast options. Located 0.8 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.
Lunch The Avenue Eat + Drink - Try their gourmet burgers and craft beers. Located 1.2 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.
Dinner The Mill Restaurant - Enjoy farm-to-table cuisine in a trendy setting. Located 1.5 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.
Activity Sunken Gardens - Explore this beautiful botanical garden with over 50,000 tropical plants. Located 2.3 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Trip's Diner - Enjoy classic American breakfast dishes in a retro-style diner. Located 1.1 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.
Lunch The Lure - Savor fresh seafood and sushi in a vibrant atmosphere. Located 1.4 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.
Dinner Parkshore Grill - Indulge in upscale American cuisine with waterfront views. Located 0.9 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.
Activity Museum of Fine Arts - Discover a diverse collection of art from around the world. Located 1.6 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Craft Kafe - Enjoy organic and gluten-free breakfast options in a cozy cafe. Located 0.9 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.
Lunch Red Mesa Cantina - Delight in Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. Located 1.3 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.
Dinner The Canopy Rooftop Lounge - Dine with panoramic views of St. Petersburg's skyline. Located 0.7 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.
Activity The Dali Museum - Immerse yourself in the surreal world of Salvador Dali. Located 1.9 miles from Crystal Bay Hotel.

FAQs about Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Crystal Bay Historic Hotel have?

There are 56 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel?

Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel?

We are well-known for our extensive, delicious menu. Breakfast is included in the cost of the room.

What parking is available at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel?

There is complimentary, on-site parking in the lot directly across from the hotel. There is parking for large busses next to the park across from the west side of the hotel.

How much does internet cost?

All areas of the hotel include free WiFi.

Is there a pool at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Crystal Bay Hotel has a clean, refreshing outdoor pool. Although the pool is not heated, the warm, sunny climate keeps it at a comfortable temperature most of the year. The pool is open from sunup to sundown.

Is Crystal Bay Historic Hotel pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Pets are allowed at no cost in one of our designated pet-friendly rooms. Guest is responsible for any damage caused by the pet to the property.

Is there shuttle service at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel?

Closest Airports - St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, 10.2 miles - Tampa International Airport, 19 miles

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Crystal Bay Historic Hotel.

Feel free to use the Crystal Bay Historic Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in St. Petersburg event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Dining Room
42 x 39 x 10 • 1638 sqft.
Banquet
88/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
88
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
68
Classroom Meeting Layout
Convention
10/--
Convention Booth Layout
Reception
88
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist. Desk
88
Registration Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Bathed in natural light, our spacious dining room accommodates a variety of configurations for your event needs.
Room Type:Restaurant / Lounge
Floor Level:2
Power Outlets:9
Columns:6
Windows:11
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Meditation Room
20 x 14 x 10 • 280 sqft.
Banquet
23/--
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
12
Classroom Meeting Layout
Reception
28
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist. Desk
28
Registration Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Experience your next event in our beautiful mediation room, with large picturesque windows and a decorative fireplace.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:1
Power Outlets:6
Columns:2
Windows:4
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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