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 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Bonnie

£107

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' sign, a framed certificate, and a lamp. A staircase with a wooden railing and a lamp is visible in the background.

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

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

2. The Inn on Third

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.1 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

bruce

£91

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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.

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

3. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

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

Leah

£89

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

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

4. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

Historic Old Northeast, 0.9 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Denise

£99

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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, 1.3 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Nicole

£139

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Steven

£96

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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, 1.3 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Turhaan

£144

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

Grand Central District, 1.7 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Christopher

£78

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

9. The Birchwood

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.1 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Lorinda

£176

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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.

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

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, 1.6 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

John

£108

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 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.

11. AC Hotel St. Petersburg Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.2 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Dourngdara

£136

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

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

12. GALAXY HOTEL

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.1 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Amy

£101

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

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

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

13. Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

1.8 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Robert

£112

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 swimming pool with lounge chairs and exercise equipment.

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

14. Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Pattie

£108

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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.

15. The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.2 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Glen

£120

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A coffee shop interior with a display case of pastries, a refrigerated section with juices and snacks, and a menu board above the counter.

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.

16. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

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

Daniel

£125

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

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

17. Ponce De Leon Hotel

Downtown St. Petersburg, 1.3 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

steven

£82

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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 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.

18. VIinoy House

Historic Old Northeast, 0.9 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Monica

£265

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

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.

19. Uptown Suites

0.6 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Sheryl

£38

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a gray sofa with striped pillows and a wooden coffee table.

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

20. The Lofts at St. Pete Beach

7.8 mi from Great Explorations Children's Museum

kevin m

£90

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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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 2,401 reviews	View
The Inn on Third	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa	9.4 Exceptional 1,062 reviews	View
Prestige Collection Boutique hotel	9.4 Exceptional 211 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Great Explorations Children's Museum Hotel Reviews

The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel I highly recommend it"

Hollander Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Spectacular front desk staff and what a treat in the restaurant. We ate both a dinner as well as breakfast on the front porch."

Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

8/10 Good

"Love the lobby bar. Love the coffee at Roses ! Roof top restaurant is awesome. Rooms are super small ! Great location though."

Ponce De Leon Hotel

8/10 Good

"The female front desk clerk was AMAZING ! Very personable , kind , and helpful"

Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and well appointed"

The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice & clean property a couple blocks from all the action in downtown St Pete. We went for a baseball game and Tropicana Field was a little over 20 min walk away."

Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely the cutest place to stay while in St. Pete’s! Will stay here every time from now on! Thanks for a great stay!"

Tiny rental +patio+BBQ+2bikes+Parking- great area!

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location for access to all things St Pete! Well-equipped single space for a lone traveler looking for convenience and privacy."

Pool+Treehouse Apt+Kg Bd 2bikes/close DT

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean very quite ,peaceful Pool was relaxing we enjoyed the stay"

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. 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. 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 Vinoy Resort & Golf Club, Autograph Collection

Hollander Boutique Hotel

Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

Ponce De Leon Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

Tiny rental +patio+BBQ+2bikes+Parking- great area!

Pool+Treehouse Apt+Kg Bd 2bikes/close DT

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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