Top 10 Hotels Near Great Explorations Children's Museum in St. Petersburg - Clearwater for 2026

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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 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.

1. The Inn on Third

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

bruce

P5,567

P6,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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.

2. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

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

Kathleen

P5,553

P6,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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.

3. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

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

Leah

P7,497

P8,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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 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.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

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

John

P9,967

P11,263 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 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.

5. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

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

Michael

P6,155

P6,955 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 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.

6. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

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

Turhaan

P10,558

P11,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

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

7. Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

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

Jose

P7,912

P8,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

8. GALAXY HOTEL

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

Guilherme

P5,310

P6,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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.

9. Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

2.9 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Robert

P7,372

P8,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows providing natural light.

10. Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

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

Ramon

P6,346

P7,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

11. The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

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

Glen

P6,720

P9,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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.

12. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

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

Daniel

P9,170

P10,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

13. Ponce De Leon Hotel

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

Antonio

P5,496

P6,211 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 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 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.

14. VIinoy House

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

Monica

P11,714

P18,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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.

15. Uptown Suites

0.9 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Trevor

P2,767

P3,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

16. The Lofts at St. Pete Beach

12.6 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

kevin m

P9,425

P10,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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.

A large, multi-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

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

17. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

10.4 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Steven

P6,503

P7,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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

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.

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

12.5 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Daniel

P12,870

P17,367 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A balcony with colorful lighting, seating, and a city view.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a white countertop, and a built-in dishwasher. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view of the city.

A dark-themed living room with a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a large window with blinds.

A bar area with leather seating, wooden ceiling beams, and a bar stocked with bottles.

19. The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

12 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Matthew

P10,558

P11,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A patio area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a white fence, and a sign for Bella Sirena Inn.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a lamp, a plant, and a door leading to a kitchen.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, patterned armchairs, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator, and a ceiling fan.

20. Bella Sirena Inn

12.6 km from Great Explorations Children's Museum

Roman

P8,188

P9,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Great Explorations Children's Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Inn on Third	9.6 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Prestige Collection Boutique hotel	9.6 Exceptional 208 reviews	View
Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa	9.4 Exceptional 1,047 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg	9.2 Wonderful 1,461 reviews	View

Top Great Explorations Children's Museum Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed my four day stay at this establishment.. The property is well kept, excellent customer service and the best breakfast bar I have ever experienced.."

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay, clean great location"

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoy the consistency of service across various of your properties."

The Birchwood

10/10 Excellent

"Alexi was amazing she takes care of everything! Room was very spacious & very clean. Bar staff was very friendly but be aware your check automatically adds a 20 percent gratuity. Great location."

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff. Clean rooms and great coffee."

AC Hotel St. Petersburg Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"SERGIO WAS THE ABSOLUTE BEST! The hotel was perfect and close to everything. 5 stars to Sergio!"

Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

10/10 Excellent

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

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 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."

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 get tickets for a performance at The Palladium at St Petersburg College during your trip to 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 get tickets for a performance 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, check out the 120 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

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

Hollander Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 will I find close to Great Explorations Children's Museum?

Expedia has 120 hotels and other accommodations 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, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available 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 theater. 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. The Inn on Third

2. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

3. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

4. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

5. Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

6. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

7. Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

8. GALAXY HOTEL

9. Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown by IHG

10. Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

11. The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

12. Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

13. Ponce De Leon Hotel

14. VIinoy House

15. Uptown Suites

16. The Lofts at St. Pete Beach

17. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

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

19. The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

20. Bella Sirena Inn

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Top Great Explorations Children's Museum Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

The Birchwood

Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront

AC Hotel St. Petersburg Downtown

Avalon Hotel Downtown St. Petersburg

Courtyard by Marriott St. Petersburg Downtown

The Cordova Inn, a New Hotel Collection Property

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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