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Americas Best Inn St Petersburg: Traveler Reviews

2.0 of 5
342 3rd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
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BAINBRIDGE ISLAND
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Personal Service at a Chain Motel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2013

This older property is decorated with an eclectic mix of items. An enthusiastic, friendly young couple who live on site with their two young children provide personal service not usually seen in a motel chain. We stayed at this well located downtown motel just before Christmas. We managed to leave a Kindle e-reader and a camera battery charger behind in the room. We were promptly contacted by the wife in this husband-wife management team who went out of her way to arrange shipment the day before Christmas to a relative further south who we would be visiting. Her kindness and generosity in getting these two items (whose absence would have spoiled the rest of our trip) to us promptly was very much appreciated and was indicative of the personal care these attentive hosts take of their guests.
We also enjoyed a free beer and snacks in the evening in the homey lobby and met some interesting travelers during our too brief stay. We have never experienced such an amenity before in a modestly priced motel chain. In fact, the word "chain" is totally inapt when we think back to the nice memory we have of this lodging.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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AmericasBestInn, Manager at Americas Best Inn St Petersburg, responded to this review
February 7, 2013
Thank you so much for your kind review! The pleasure was all ours, from weloming you to our inn to making sure you were reunited with your gadgets. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your trip and had an enjoyable time with your family over the Holidays.

Hopefully we will have the oportunity to welcome you back to our on your next trip to St. Petersburg.

Until then we wish you all the best and a fabulous 2013!

Sincerely,

Stephanie & Brian Cox
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Los Angeles, California
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14 reviews 14 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Best place to walk and visit St Petersburg”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2013

The other reviews have said it perfectly. Can't be beat in this locality. And the price point is perfect. Don't waste your money staying elsewhere.

Three easy walking blocks from the rerstaurants and waterfront, onsite parking and easy access.

Room Tip: Stayed on ground floor in 13, don't know about the other rooms.
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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AmericasBestInn, Manager at Americas Best Inn St Petersburg, responded to this review
February 7, 2013
Thank you very much for your review. We are glad to hear that the other reviewers were on point with their opinions and your stay was just as enjoyable as you expected it to be.

Come see us again when in the area, as we'd love to welcome you back.

Sincerely,

Stephanie and Brian Cox
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Burke, Virginia
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35 reviews 35 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Charming with a great location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2013

This B&B is found in an older building that has been redone to include modern comforts without sacrificing the charm of the older structure. While the modern services and charm of the place and its location close to the waterfront in St Petersburg make it a find, the owners send it's rating to the top. They are friendly from your arrival until your departure. They are attentive to their customers needs and ready with a suggestion of places to go and see in the area. Former military who served in Europe will remember Chiemsee Resort near Garmisch. The husband and wife both worked there for several years and it shows. Really nice family only added to an already great experience.

Room Tip: Ask for off the main street--do not think noise is a problem, but just in case.
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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AmericasBestInn, Manager at Americas Best Inn St Petersburg, responded to this review
February 7, 2013
Thank you, thank you, thank you! Your very sweet review is greatly appreciated. We are more than happy to see you enjoyed your stay with us so much. Brian and I both love what we are doing and we work hard to make this a special place for everyone. We truly hope to welcome you back soon. Until then we wish you all the best and happy travels.

Sincerely,

Stephanie and Brian Cox
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Going nowhere fast!
Top Contributor
130 reviews 130 reviews
40 hotel reviews
Reviews in 65 cities Reviews in 65 cities
74 helpful votes 74 helpful votes
“A wonderful old hotel with the most charming hosts!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2013 via mobile

We only stayed for a night and the welcome, location and free beer at happy hour were great additions to this lovely charachterful 1937 built hotel. The couple running the place go out of their way to chat, laugh and be of assistance. It's in an excellent location too but if going out to eat, go straight down the road outside to the waterfront and its bars and restaurants. Avoid the loud bar area and park square about a block away. Lots of druggy, homeless types! Saturday there's an amazing farmers market! Just go...

  • Stayed January 2013
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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AmericasBestInn, Manager at Americas Best Inn St Petersburg, responded to this review
February 7, 2013
Hello and thank you very much for your wonderful review. Brian and I both, are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay with us so much. Hopefully we'll get to welcome you back again on your next trip to St. Pete. Until then we wish you all the best!

Sincerely,

Stephanie and Brian Cox
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Carrickfergus Co. Antrim Northern Ireland
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96 reviews 96 reviews
44 hotel reviews
Reviews in 53 cities Reviews in 53 cities
157 helpful votes 157 helpful votes
“There are times when 'small is beautiful.'”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 25, 2012

Reading some of the reviews for this, it seems odd that people select individual style accommodation then bemoan that it isn't ‘cookie cutter.’
 
We chose it because we didn’t want the impersonal style of a chain hotel at Christmas. We wanted homely, and homely is exactly what we got.


This inn really scores for location. Easily reached from the Interstate exit, it’s in a quiet area of downtown and has free parking at the side. It’s in easy walking distance of the Pier, the Dali museum and loads of mid-range dinner options along Beach Drive. 



While our room was smallish, it wasn’t cramped and we were comfortable. It was good to be on the ground floor with a street view. The simple breakfast in the lounge/desk area was sociable and adequate enough for our needs. Wi-fi was fast and I appreciated having an efficient hairdryer for a change.

It was nice to come back on Christmas Eve to a gift bag of sweets in the room. We also really liked the ‘happy hour’ of beer, wine and nibbles every evening, a nice hospitable extra on the part of the innkeepers. As we enjoyed these on Christmas Eve a couple actually came to the door hoping to check in only to be told there was 'no room at the inn!'

 The big Christmas tree and decorations added to a homely, family feel, as did the quirky furnishings along the hallway to the guestrooms. These were fun.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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AmericasBestInn, Manager at Americas Best Inn St Petersburg, responded to this review
December 28, 2012
Greetings to Ireland and thank you for your wonderful review! We hope you are enjoying the rest of your trip through Florida as much as you enjoyed St. Pete and our inn. We appreciate your time for this detailed write up and are very happy that you had such a great time during your stay with us.

Wishing you all the best for the New Year and happy travels!

Sincerely,

Stephanie & Brian Cox
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Also Known As:
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Address: 342 3rd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
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Region: United States > Florida > St. Petersburg
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
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Price Range: $
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Charming historic inn conveniently located in the heart of Downtown St. Petersburg. This 22 guest room inn is within walking distance to world class museums and galleries, fine dining, evening entertainment and St. Pete's beautiful waterfront. Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Rays, is less than 1 mile from the inn. The Gulf beaches are an app. 20 minute drive from Downtown. Amenities at the inn include a continental breakfast, a drink at Evening Happy Hour, wifi and limited onsite parking. We are a 2-star property know for excellent service and unique accommodations. ... more   less 
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