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

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

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

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

1. Hollander Boutique Hotel

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

Bonnie

₩180,049

₩203,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A covered patio area with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a building entrance.

A two-story building with a green awning labeled "The Inn on Third" and the number 342.

A well-furnished living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, a bookshelf, and a dining area.

A cozy lobby with a leather sofa, patterned armchairs, a coffee table, and a wall-mounted display of postcards.

2. The Inn on Third

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

Robert

₩143,797

₩162,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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.

A modern living room with a green sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a decorative wooden panel with shelves.

3. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

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

Leah

₩140,287

₩158,524 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 four-poster bed with a green bench, a bedside table, a small desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

4. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

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

justin

₩178,237

₩210,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, including a sofa and chairs, and a large potted plant.

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.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

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

Nicole

₩230,292

₩260,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, a large chandelier, and a view of the cityscape.

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.

6. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

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

Steven

₩167,965

₩189,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

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

A modern office space with a blue sofa, a small table, and two chairs.

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

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

Jennifer

₩124,397

₩140,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A spacious lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

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.

8. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

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

Denis

₩226,908

₩256,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

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

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

9. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

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

Stephanie

₩143,568

₩162,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

A restaurant interior with round tables, patterned chairs, and pendant lighting.

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

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

10. The Birchwood

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

Lorinda

₩312,367

₩352,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a large glass facade and a welcoming entrance area with a wooden accent wall.

A hotel lobby with a central seating area, arched doorways, and a chandelier.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by modern buildings.

11. AC Hotel St. Petersburg Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

Alexander

₩227,094

₩256,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a pink flamingo float.

12. Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

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

John

₩170,047

₩192,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A balcony with two wicker chairs, a table, and potted plants.

A spacious bar area with a central bar, multiple seating options, and a large chandelier.

A spacious indoor area with a long row of sofas and chairs, a ceiling fan, and decorative lanterns.

A hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, a menu board, and a large window overlooking the interior.

13. The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection

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

Odalys

₩495,844

₩636,226 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 banquet table set with white plates, glasses, and cutlery. A tall, ornate vase with flowers is centered on the table.

14. GALAXY HOTEL

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

Amy

₩158,428

₩179,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A modern hotel with a curved glass facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

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

15. Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

1.2 km from University of South Florida-St. Petersburg

JARED

₩163,938

₩185,251 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows providing natural light.

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

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

16. Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

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

Pattie

₩147,342

₩166,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A historic hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

17. The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

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

Glen

₩147,810

₩212,541 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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.

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

18. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

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

Daniel

₩197,074

₩222,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel entrance with a red and green sign, a white door, and a red bench outside.

19. VIinoy House

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

Monica

₩302,096

₩538,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

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

A lobby with a large arched doorway, a chandelier, and a tiled floor.

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

20. Ponce De Leon Hotel

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

steven

₩128,300

₩144,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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Top University of South Florida-St. Petersburg Hotel Reviews

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable and clean room, great ammeneties and views, PERFECT location for the best of Downtown St Pete’s bar scene as literally everything worth visiting is within WALKING DISGANCE! The Vallet and Front Desk staff is amazing and friendly and helpful. Digital check in and hotel-room key (where it’s all on your phone) is mega convenient. The kitchenette is AMAZING, and is fully stocked with utensils if I wanted to be Gordon Ramsey for a day, but very convenient for left overs or making tea and good coffee. I didn’t get a chance to enjoy the Yoga, or the Pool, but I definitely will next time I’m in town. Wonderful experience. HIGHLY recommended."

GALAXY HOTEL

10/10 Excellent

"Great location at the heart of downtown, it was a weekend stay to enjoy a night on the town. Fairly basic service but enough for our needs. The view was nice. We could see the Pier from our room. Comfortable, well located, clean, quiet."

Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed staying here while I attended a Rays game and explored St. Pete. The location was perfect for shuttling to the game and was close to many restaurants and bars. Their sister hotel is steps away and has a nice pool bar and a full bar with lots of good craft beer. The only thing that surprised me was that there wasn't a mini fridge or microwave in the room that I stayed in. The lobby and the rooms were very clean and chic and overall I really enjoyed my stay here."

Ponce De Leon Hotel

8/10 Good

"The elevator is sloowwwww i took the stairs to the 6th floor"

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

The Inn on Third

10/10 Excellent

"Adorable property with super accommodating and friendly staff. Will definitely be back."

Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL

10/10 Excellent

"Went here for my anniversary and had a great time! The staff were all so nice. I let them know it was my wedding anniversary and they left us some goods & decorated our bed as a nice welcome. It was so cute & we truly appreciate everyone who had a part in the set up! It is in a great location very close to a lot of restaurants, bars, & shops. The valet workers were also very nice and worked super hard getting each car out in a timely manner. This place is also very dog friendly and every worker showed love to our pup. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone!"

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 82 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 GALAXY HOTEL and Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa.

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

Expedia has 82 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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area 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, Palladium Theater, and The Palladium at St Petersburg College. 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. Hollander Boutique Hotel

2. The Inn on Third

3. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

4. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

5. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

6. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

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

8. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

9. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

10. The Birchwood

11. AC Hotel St. Petersburg Downtown

12. Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

13. The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection

14. GALAXY HOTEL

15. Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

16. Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

17. The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

18. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

19. VIinoy House

20. Ponce De Leon Hotel

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Top University of South Florida-St. Petersburg Hotel Reviews

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

GALAXY HOTEL

Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

Ponce De Leon Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

The Inn on Third

Tru By Hilton St. Petersburg Downtown Central Ave, FL

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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