Don CeSar Reopens After 6 Months of Hurricane Damage Repairs

Don CeSar Reopens After Hurricanes

• 💖 The iconic Don CeSar hotel on St. Pete Beach has welcomed its first overnight guests after being closed for six months due to extensive damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
• 🛠️ Crews have worked tirelessly for the past six months to repair the historic hotel, with the ground floor, including the courtyard, pool, restaurant, fitness center, retail stores, and ice cream shop, being completely rebuilt.

Guest and Community Response

• 🤩 Guests eagerly returned, with some expressing excitement about seeing how the landmark has bounced back after waiting since January.
• 💍 The resort is already preparing to host a wedding, signaling a return to normalcy and its role as a community hub.

Ongoing Renovations and Future Outlook

• 🚧 While the main areas are operational, ongoing renovations are still in progress, including repairs to a second pool damaged by the hurricanes.
• ✨ The hotel is expected to be completely back to 100% operational by this summer, continuing to shine brightly on St. Pete Beach.
• 💬 The loyalty of club members, the community, and guests has been instrumental in the hotel's recovery and successful reopening.