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A staircase with black and white patterned tiles, a gold-framed mirror, and a decorative door with a gold panel.

A room with a hanging chair, a table with red cushions, patterned floor tiles, and a view of greenery outside.

A spacious living room with a large round rug, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs.

A hallway with a black and gold carpet, white walls, and a gold-framed mirror.

1. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

Historic Old Northeast, 1.6 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Kathleen

₩120,888

₩142,648 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A restaurant with wooden ceiling and walls, hanging pendant lights, and a long wooden bar.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and decorative plants.

A couple toasting with champagne glasses on a balcony with a pool view.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a counter with a TV screen.

2. Hollander Boutique Hotel

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.4 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Katie

₩146,295

₩165,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a large potted plant, and artwork on the walls.

A self-serve snack and beverage area with various packaged snacks, a cash register, and refrigerated drink dispensers.

A hotel entrance with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a high-rise building with balconies.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 0.9 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

John

₩216,064

₩244,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

An outdoor patio with a dining table, chairs, and a sofa.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a green rug.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a swimming pool, and a parking area.

4. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.6 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Brittany

₩163,830

₩185,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern living room with a fireplace, a white sofa, and a bookshelf.

A modern living room with a fireplace labeled "AVALON," a white sofa, and a unique circular ceiling design.

A modern hotel with a neon sign reading "AVALON" and a well-lit entrance.

A couple lying on a bed with a tufted headboard, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

5. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.5 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Michael

₩134,002

₩151,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'TRU by Hilton' sign, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

A modern indoor space with tables and chairs, large windows, and a variety of seating areas.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a high wall and string lights.

A modern lounge area with a teal sofa, small tables, hanging chairs, and a large window offering a view of buildings.

6. Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL

Grand Central District, 2.1 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Christopher

₩117,548

₩132,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a prominent "Hyatt Place" sign.

A modern bar with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A hotel lobby with a long corridor, large windows, a patterned carpet, and a seating area with upholstered chairs.

A spacious gym with cardio machines, weight stations, and yoga mats.

7. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 0.9 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Turhaan

₩207,518

₩234,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A multi-story hotel with balconies, outdoor seating, and a palm tree.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, red seating, and pendant lighting.

A corridor with glass-fronted wine racks filled with bottles.

A bar with multiple TVs, a variety of liquor bottles, and bar stools.

8. The Birchwood

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.4 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Lorinda

₩281,117

₩317,662 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

The exterior of the Marie Hotel in St. Petersburg, FL, featuring a classic stone facade, a prominent entrance with a black awning, and a clear view of the street.

A crowded indoor event with people standing and conversing.

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a pier, and boats docked at the waterfront.

An aerial view of a rooftop pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings.

9. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

Grand Central District, 3 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Roy

₩137,874

₩155,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with sofas and round tables.

A modern building with a neon sign reading "moxy" and large potted plants at the entrance.

An outdoor bar area with wicker furniture, a bar counter stocked with bottles, and a city view at dusk.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

10. Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.7 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Jose

₩173,000

₩195,489 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a tiled backsplash.

A modern interior with a long bar area, white chairs, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and a building outside.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.

A conference room with multiple round tables, each set with chairs, candles, and floral centerpieces.

11. Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

1.2 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Robert

₩161,100

₩182,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a mix of glass and wood paneling.

A modern hotel lobby with a polished wooden floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a table, and chairs.

12. GALAXY HOTEL

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.2 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Guilherme

₩122,872

₩138,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a menu board.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue sofa set, a round coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and exercise equipment.

A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, blue armchairs, and a marble accent wall.

13. Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.3 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Ramon

₩138,168

₩156,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a staircase leading to another level.

A living room with a blue sofa, a patterned armchair, and a fireplace.

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, blue sofas, and large windows.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a glass table, overlooking a street with a blue building and parked cars.

14. The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.1 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Glen

₩146,295

₩211,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a tall building.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a television, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a patterned carpet, and a sofa with decorative pillows.

A well-stocked minibar with various beverages, snacks, and condiments.

15. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

Downtown St. Petersburg, 0.5 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Daniel

₩200,497

₩226,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel entrance with a glass canopy, wooden doors, and a check-in desk.

A staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a door with glass panels.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a seating area with a red chair.

A hotel room with a bed, white pillows, a headboard, two wall-mounted lamps, and a telephone on the side table.

16. Ponce De Leon Hotel

Downtown St. Petersburg, 0.9 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Antonio

₩119,645

₩135,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a central table with a lit candle, and lush greenery in the background.

A breakfast buffet with croissants, cheese, meats, and fruits on a table with a toaster and a vase of flowers.

A table with a vase and plants, a wicker chair with a red cushion, and a view of a building with a tower at dusk.

A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a painting of boats, and a table with glasses and a basket of flowers.

17. VIinoy House

Historic Old Northeast, 1.7 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Monica

₩255,984

₩404,974 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A swimming pool area with a tiled deck, benches, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, a stove, and a small refrigerator.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a double sink, and a stove.

18. Uptown Suites

2.7 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Trevor

₩60,239

₩68,080 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A swimming pool with a wooden fence, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A white chair in a covered outdoor area with arched windows overlooking a garden with various plants and trees.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large window, and a cozy seating area.

A spacious lobby with a large white sofa, several armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned rug. There are multiple doors leading outside, and a potted plant is visible.

19. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

10.3 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Steven

₩142,184

₩160,679 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A dining area with a round table and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a pool.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar with bottles, and a covered section.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a view of a pool area with umbrellas and lounge chairs.

A beach with three open-air beds aligned parallel to the shore, each with a canopy and pillows.

20. The Luce, St. Pete Beach, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

11.5 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Daniel

₩281,242

₩379,513 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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Compare popular hotels close to University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Prestige Collection Boutique hotel	9.6 Exceptional 208 reviews	View
Hollander Boutique Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 2,388 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa	9.4 Exceptional 1,046 reviews	View
Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg	9.2 Wonderful 1,461 reviews	View

Top University of South Florida-St. Petersburg Hotel Reviews

GALAXY HOTEL

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great"

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff. Clean rooms and great coffee."

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was great. Rooms were really nice and clean. Location was wonderful"

Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great room and clean facilities"

Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

10/10 Excellent

"Will stay again, great price and cool place!"

Hollander Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room comfy bed. Happy hour was great nice selection of craft beers. Great bakery and coffee shop. Never had time for pool but it looked nice"

The Inn on Third

10/10 Excellent

"WOW!!!!! What a GREAT place to spend the night. It so much more than I expected. Went to St. Pete for a concert and found this hidden GEM of a B&B. Everything that I could have asked for and more, I will definitely return for my go-to in St Pete. THANKS !!! for a magical evening and morning"

Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

8/10 Good

"The stay at the hotel was very pleasant, they were very helpful on all our issues, which they addressed on a positive and polite manner during our visit. We will visit in the future and recommend it to our family and friends."

The Birchwood

10/10 Excellent

"Upon checking in, the staff was very friendly and accommodating. The car needed to be valeted, so the front desk person followed me to my car with the bell cart, unloaded it and brought it up to our room. We asked for addtional pillows and they were brought up within moments. We were tired from our trip, so we unpacked and relaxed some before going down to the restaurant for dinner. The Birch and Ivy staff was also very friendly and the food was delicious. One of the first things our server did was explain that ther was a 20% service fee automatically added to the bill the is split amongst the staff. We appreciated them being upfront, as many restaurants do not reveal this information. We took desert and our drinks back to our room. Also received a 20% discount for being a hotel guest. The following day, my wife enjoyed a nice bath in the huge tub. The shower area was large as well with a nice rain showerhead. When I called for the car and it was there when asked. We went on our way to do some shopping and attend the Rays/Red Sox game and back at the hotel by 8:30. We parked the car in the valet area, gave the key to the front desk. The staff all seemed to know what room we were in and always asked if there was anything they could do for us. We only wish that the rooms had brighter lighting as we had to keep the shades closed on the windows due to the outside walkway."

Other attractions near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

A modern building with a dome structure and palm trees in front.

Salvador Dali Museum

9.2/10 (2,636 reviews)

Browse the surrealistic masterpieces of a world-famous Spanish painter in a remarkable building that perfectly suits the style of the art exhibits.

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A modern building with a glass facade, a blue sign reading "Duke Energy Center," and palm trees in the background.

Mahaffey Theater

8.6/10 (229 reviews)

Beaches aren’t the only attraction in St. Petersburg. Expect to find an arts district with incredible water views and an elegant theater with top-notch events.

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A baseball field with empty spectator stands, a chain-link fence, and a modern building in the background.

Al Lang Stadium

9.2/10 (7 reviews)

Catch an event at Al Lang Stadium during your trip to St. Petersburg. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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A modern building with a large glass entrance, a bronze eagle sculpture, and a sign for the Western Museum of Art.

The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art in St. Petersburg. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.

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A park with a monument, benches, and a building in the background.

Pioneer Park

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

This scenic area by the water is ideal for a peaceful stroll in the shade. Its centerpiece monument pays homage to the city’s founding residents.

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A museum with a large train carriage and informational displays.

Florida Holocaust Museum

9.0/10 (10 reviews)

This is one of the country’s largest museum tributes to the Jewish genocide that took place in World War II, and its motto is, “Remember, Educate and Empower.”

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Jannus Live

8.4/10 (264 reviews)

Jannus Live is just one of the places to see in St. Petersburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

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Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern

After visiting Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Petersburg. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of South Florida-St. Petersburg?

University of South Florida-St. Petersburg is located in an area of St. Petersburg known for its beautiful beaches, sporting events, and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 84 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg?

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a fitness center. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg. Other good choices within a short distance include Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa and GALAXY HOTEL.

How many hotels are there near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg?

Expedia has 84 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg.

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What can I see and do near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg?

Salvador Dali Museum, The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art, and Museum of Fine Arts feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. You can catch a show at Mahaffey Theater, American Stage Theatre Company, and Palladium Theater. You can wander around Vinoy Park, Sunken Gardens, or Demens Landing Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for University of South Florida-St. Petersburg hotels

1. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

2. Hollander Boutique Hotel

3. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

4. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

5. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

6. Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL

7. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

8. The Birchwood

9. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

10. Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

11. Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

12. GALAXY HOTEL

13. Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

14. The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

15. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

16. Ponce De Leon Hotel

17. VIinoy House

18. Uptown Suites

19. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

20. The Luce, St. Pete Beach, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Top University of South Florida-St. Petersburg Hotel Reviews

GALAXY HOTEL

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

Hollander Boutique Hotel

The Inn on Third

Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

The Birchwood

Other attractions near University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Salvador Dali Museum

Mahaffey Theater

Al Lang Stadium

The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art

Pioneer Park

Florida Holocaust Museum

Jannus Live

Mary Margaret's Olde Irish Tavern

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