The Best Hotels Closest to Great Explorations Children's Museum in St. Petersburg - Clearwater - 2026 Updated Prices

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

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

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.

1. Hollander Boutique Hotel

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.6 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Katie

฿3,547

฿4,009 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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.

2. The Inn on Third

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.7 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

bruce

฿2,962

฿3,347 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

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

3. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

Historic Old Northeast, 1.5 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Kathleen

฿2,942

฿3,471 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

4. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

Downtown St. Petersburg, 2.4 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Brittany

฿3,975

฿4,491 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

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

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

5. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 2.1 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

John

฿4,590

฿5,187 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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.

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

6. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.5 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Michael

฿3,261

฿3,685 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

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

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.

7. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 2.1 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Turhaan

฿5,052

฿5,709 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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.

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

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

2.8 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Christopher

฿2,880

฿3,255 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

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

9. The Birchwood

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.7 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Lorinda

฿6,561

฿7,414 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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.

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.

10. Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 2.5 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Jose

฿4,210

฿4,757 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, including striped chairs and tables, and a view of the cityscape.

11. AC Hotel St. Petersburg Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 2 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Dourngdara

฿5,021

฿5,673 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

12. GALAXY HOTEL

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.7 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Guilherme

฿2,991

฿3,380 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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 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.

13. Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

2.9 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Robert

฿3,922

฿4,432 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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.

14. Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.7 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Isabela

฿3,362

฿3,799 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

15. The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.9 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Glen

฿3,560

฿5,150 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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.

16. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

Downtown St. Petersburg, 2.5 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Daniel

฿4,590

฿5,187 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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.

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

17. Ponce De Leon Hotel

Downtown St. Petersburg, 2.1 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Antonio

฿2,911

฿3,290 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

18. VIinoy House

Historic Old Northeast, 1.5 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Monica

฿6,232

฿9,859 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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 stainless steel refrigerator, a double sink, and a stove.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a small side table with a lamp.

19. Uptown Suites

0.9 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Trevor

฿1,466

฿1,656 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A multi-story building with a green and white exterior, multiple doors, and a courtyard with chairs and plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a refrigerator, a shower, and artwork on the walls.

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

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

20. The Lofts at St. Pete Beach

12.6 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

kevin m

฿5,014

฿5,666 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Great Explorations Children's Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hollander Boutique Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 2,381 reviews	View
The Inn on Third	9.6 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Prestige Collection Boutique hotel	9.6 Exceptional 208 reviews	View
Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa	9.4 Exceptional 1,041 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

Top Great Explorations Children's Museum Hotel Reviews

The Inn on Third

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay at an older, quaint little hotel. The owner/operator is very friendly and helpful. We loved it and would stay again."

The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk & bell staff were incredible. Great service"

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and nice and clean"

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great. It just took time to get your car from valet but expected"

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."

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast, Staff, Clean, Great Location"

The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed my stay at this hotel. It’s so cute and cozy inside. I love their coffee bar. Perfect for a morning coffee and a nighttime espresso martini. The room was clean and very nice."

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."

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet and clean, with friendly staff."

Other attractions near Great Explorations Children's Museum

A lush garden with a pond, diverse tropical plants, and a stone pathway.

Sunken Gardens

9.0/10 (660 reviews)

Located in the heart of St. Petersburg, this historic botanical oasis behind vine-covered walls offers tropical plants, colorful flower beds, meandering paths, picturesque ponds and cascading waterfalls.

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A curved brick pathway surrounded by palm trees and lush greenery.

Gizella Kopsick Palm Arboretum

In just one location, find multiple types of trees that define warmer global climes. You might be surprised how many palms there are in the world.

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A historic building with multiple banners advertising events.

The Palladium at St Petersburg College

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can enjoy a show at The Palladium at St Petersburg College during your stay in St. Petersburg. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Palladium Theater

6.0/10 (1 review)

Discover a variety of music, comedy and other shows under one roof in this Florida city that has lots of entertainment.

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Vinoy Park

9.2/10 (1,314 reviews)

While area beaches are abundant, it’s convenient to have this lovely spot right in the city. Lounge under a palm tree and enjoy the frequent entertainment.

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North Shore Aquatic Center

After visiting North Shore Aquatic Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Petersburg.

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Vinoy Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Vinoy Park Beach during your trip to St. Petersburg?

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NOVA 535 Unique Event Space

You can enjoy a show at NOVA 535 Unique Event Space during your trip to St. Petersburg. Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Explorations Children's Museum?

Great Explorations Children's Museum is located in an area of St. Petersburg known for its array of dining options, sporting events and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 120 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Great Explorations Children's Museum?

Hollander Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Great Explorations Children's Museum. Other good choices within a short distance include Uptown Suites and Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Great Explorations Children's Museum?

Expedia has 120 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Great Explorations Children's Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Explorations Children's Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Great Explorations Children's Museum.

What can I see and do near Great Explorations Children's Museum?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Fine Arts, The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art or Salvador Dali Museum. You can watch performances at Mahaffey Theater, The Palladium at St Petersburg College and Palladium Theater if you're interested in local theatre. Enjoy the outdoors at Sunken Gardens, Vinoy Park or Vinoy Park Beach.

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Our top choices for Great Explorations Children's Museum hotels

1. Hollander Boutique Hotel

2. The Inn on Third

3. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

4. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

5. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

6. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

7. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

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

9. The Birchwood

10. Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

11. AC Hotel St. Petersburg Downtown

12. GALAXY HOTEL

13. Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

14. Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

15. The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

16. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

17. Ponce De Leon Hotel

18. VIinoy House

19. Uptown Suites

20. The Lofts at St. Pete Beach

Compare popular hotels close to Great Explorations Children's Museum

Top Great Explorations Children's Museum Hotel Reviews

The Inn on Third

The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

The Birchwood

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

Other attractions near Great Explorations Children's Museum

Sunken Gardens

Gizella Kopsick Palm Arboretum

The Palladium at St Petersburg College

Palladium Theater

Vinoy Park

North Shore Aquatic Center

Vinoy Park Beach

NOVA 535 Unique Event Space

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