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Based in St. Pete Beach, Florida, The Don CeSar is a coastal hotel wedding venue that serves the greater Tampa region. From the tropical courtyard to their breathtaking Gulf view Terraces, the venue is out of an elegant nautical dream. The legendary Pink Palace is beach front to the Gulf of Mexico, providing a breathtaking backdrop since 1928. This beachfront wedding venue welcomes celebrations both grand and intimate.
Facilities and Capacity
The Don CeSar has 10 amazing event venues that can host up to 250 guests. We provide beautiful locations for rehearsal dinner, beachfront and courtyard ceremonies, and elegant indoor and outdoor reception locations. Sophisticated receptions can be held in the King Charles Ballroom, a space with stunning beach and sunset views, or the Grand Ballroom, a historic and lavish room with unique and decorative details. Elegant affairs can also be hosted in the North and South Terrace Ballrooms, Buena Vista Ballroom or Del Prado Ballroom.
Services Offered
The team of experts is ready to design the beach wedding of your dreams. They provide detailed and sophisticated services through the following offerings:
- Event Menu and Event Space Diagram planning
- In-house bar
- In-house catering
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Cuisine
At The Don CeSar, couples can enjoy a culinary masterpiece of selections to delight every pallet. Your imagination is the only limit. Serving styles include:
- Hors d’oeuvres
- Plated
- Buffet
- Stations
- Wine Service with Dinner
- Champagne Toast
- Wedding Cake designed by our masterful Pastry Chef
- Servers
- Bartenders
Accommodation
The venue offers special room rates for wedding parties. Guests can choose from 277 seaside rooms, including 36 suites. Each room is designed and inspired by the soothing colors and textures of the beach.
Other Facilities
To enhance your wedding day, the venue has additional amenities including:
- On-site parking
- Valet parking
- Wheelchair access
- Spa
- Beach Services including cabana rentals
- Fitness Center
Other Services
The Don CeSar is willing to host all of your wedding-related events. These gatherings include:
- Engagement Party
- Bridal Showers
- Welcome Party
- Rehearsal dinner
- Farewell brunch
Location
Tampa International Airport is 29 minutes away, while St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is 22 minutes away. Downtown St. Petersburg is a 13-minute drive away. Nearby, guests can enjoy Shell Key Preserve, Gulf Beaches Historical Museum and Lazarillo Park.
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The Don Cesar is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its wedding services. The venue is described as beautiful and the staff, including Kasey, Nicole, and Wendy, are commended for their professionalism and attentiveness. Reviewers appreciate the curated menu and the ease of planning provided by the venue. Additionally, the stunning beach ceremony, delicious food, and impeccable service are highlighted as factors that contributed to a perfect and memorable wedding experience. Overall, the Don Cesar is highly recommended for its personalized service and beautiful location.
Dreamy venue for “I Do, Take Two” Wedding 👰🏼♀️
Last year, our first wedding was cancelled 5 days before due to Hurricane Ian (scheduled at a different venue) and we were absolutely crushed. Luckily, we were able to plan an “I do, Take 2” ceremony at the Don and it did not disappoint.
Kasey worked with us to create an unbelievable and meaningful event to celebrate our love and marriage. We had our ceremony in the courtyard during golden hour then guests were ushered to the north terrace to watch the sun set as we took some photos on the beach.
Then it was party time as 100 of our closest family and friends joined us in the King Charles Ballroom.
Having planned two weddings now (at different venues) I can honestly say everyone at the Don Cesar was friendly, professional and so invested in our vision. It was a stunning backdrop and a day we will remember for the rest of our lives.
Highly recommend !!
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The charm of the "Pink Lady" is unsurpassed. But the historic hotel, the sugar sand beach, and gentle gulf breezes would be just another beach resort if it weren't for the amazing staff. I've had the pleasure of working with the catering and event professionals who conduct every wedding as if it was for their own family! I am honored to be a preferred vendor at this word class resort. And you will experience the joy of knowing that everything will be just right when your wedding is hosted at this jewel on Florida's Gulf Coast.
The Don Cesar is the Pinnacle of all Events Facilities in the Tampabay area. They are staffed by highly professional personnel who go the extra mile for their clients in all areas. I have been privileged to have played there for over 25 years and have witnessed firsthand the enthusiasm their clients have had for the Venue. ---Joe Braccio Spcollege and Eckerd college adjunct Professor
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