From the instant we arrived at the Avalon Hotel, we were made to feel right at home. Super friendly, helpful and genuinely nice front desk staff are the best first impression. Speaking of helpful, Jeff and Alicia in particular were over-the-top accommodating, firstly allowing us a late checkout, and secondly storing our bags until it was actually time for us to leave. Many more terrific things to mention: The beds were super comfy! Wine and champagne tasting in the evening! Access to the Hollander Hotel’s pool (huuuuge bonus) Access to the Hollander Hotel’s FREE shuttle (which was PERFECT for drop off and pick up at Tropicana Field) When (and it will be when) we return to St. Petersburg, the Avalon Hotel will be our home away from home!
Stayed at this Courtyard for a quick weekend trip to St. Pete. The hotel is a historic building. The staff was friendly and helpful. Although it was an older building the hotel seems to have been recently updated. The rooms were a little on the small side for a Courtyard, but very nice. The location is close to the downtown and Pier area. 15 to 20 min drive to the beach depending on the beach. Very centrally located. My only issue was the amount to park ($37 a night).The valet staff was nice and professional.
We stay in a lot of hotels and some just stand out! This is one of those places. It’s the service! I had a chance to talk to some employees. I expressed how much we love staying here and they all said it’s because of their GM! He is the reason they work here and hope to retire here! I can’t tell you how impressive that is. Being a GM of a restaurant I understand how important my employees are and tell everyone they are the most important people in the restaurant. I understand that if you take care of your employees, they take care of the guests! Kudos to the GM. And kudos to the owners of this hotel! Thank you for understanding what great service is! I hope your owners know how lucky they are to have you. Just wanted you to know how your employees talk about you! You should be proud! Thank you! We will be back!