The Birchwood
340 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3406
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#19 of 49 hotels in St. Petersburg
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4.8
Cleanliness
4.6
Service
4.2
Value
3.4
The Birchwood Inn offers a unique stay in scenic downtown St. Petersburg. Located on Beach Drive, we are walking and trolley distance from the many sights and sounds of the area. Whether you are looking for live music, museums or just a stroll along the bay, our prime location puts you in the heart of the action. Perfect for business or pleasure, your stay will be memorable.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Rooftop terrace
Non-smoking hotel
Dry cleaning
Parking
Wifi
Restaurant
Rooftop bar
Meeting rooms
ATM on site
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93Great for walkers
Grade: 93 out of 100
35Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
18Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
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340 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3406
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Delicious lunch dishes. I had the fish tacos which were substantial sized, well seasoned mahi mahi, unlike other restaurants whose fish seems like breaded, deep fat fried cardboard. The others had a “trifecta”—a lettuce wrapped meatball with a proprietary version of sweet chili sauce, a cup of Moroccan Beef soup, and a very generous salad. Kevin, our server, was a real ambassador for the place and made us feel welcome.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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We spent a few nights here for a business retreat, using one of the private rooms on the main level for our meetings. The hotel is on a vibrant street with lots of shops and restaurants and a waterfront park across the street. The hotel is built around the Birch & Vine restaurant and the Canopy rooftop bar, so you will definitely see and hear a lot of activity. Most rooms face the courtyard where guests enter to reach the rooftop bar, and there is a walkway to the same elevator on the same floor (making it possible to see into other rooms unless the curtains are closed). You can also expect noise from the rooftop bar, but I didn't hear much of that from the second floor. Not a bad idea to bring earplugs. What made (and didn't make) the stay were details. On the positive side, the staff was very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. The bartender inside was great with suggestions and even remembered later in the evening what we had ordered before we went out. The rooms are spacious with arched ceilings and four post beds. Each room has a complimentary glass bottle of water that looks like a spirit bottle, as well as reasonably priced snacks and birch beer on a nightstand. The bathroom has both a rainfall shower and an old fashioned bathtub. The HVAC runs well, but perhaps too well because it never seemed to get rid of the humidity (a sign it is too powerful). The room, however, was where the details weren't so great. A floor lamp had a lampshade with a lot of dust, and the fitted sheet was placed inside out. The latter was likely due to a frantic staff having to turn over an entire hotel (after back-to-back-to-back weddings over the weekend) but the former was disappointing. Breakfast was surprisingly good, though the hot options were identical both days. There were some neat pastries the second day. We also had lunch one day and thoroughly enjoyed the food. Overall, this probably wouldn't have been my choice of property (given the noise and lack of amenities) but it was a generally pleasant stay.…
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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Room Tip: A lower floor courtyard view might be the best option to minimize noise - not facing the sidewalk...
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A big mistake. It is unbelievable that such hotels exist. - They don't arrange rooms because they still live in Corona, even though they don't use masks at the reception. Just save money. - Poor breakfast - Windows to internal corridors of the hotel so the curtain must be closed. - An air conditioner that makes noise in the room. - or an emergency that turns on for a few seconds at night. - Room service staff who must look for work in another profession. And more surprises. Just a mistake to go there. Please, review writers, make sure to write accurately, people read this and suffer if it is not accurate.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Room Tip: don't go there
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The room was spacious but very dark with no reading light. There is no mirror in the room to get ready. There is no place to put suitcases or hang wet towels/swimsuits. The cheese plate in the room had no cover and was sitting in the open who knows for how long. Treats for purchase were sitting covered by a layer of dust on top and all around them. There were three of us staying but there were only 2 cups: regular and expresso. What if all three of us wanted some tea? (there was no tea, I always bring it with me.) The coffee maker was nice but the instructions were missing, and it's sooo loud. It sprayed water all over the counter visibly damaging the surface. If you need something laundered, set an open basket with the item(s) outside by the door but before 12 pm. There is no specifically allocated breakfast area: bowls with eggs and bacon were sitting in hot water (with other items placed in the bar area) but no one ever checked if it was still hot. My eggs were cold. They ran out of fresh fruits, but someone brought more eggs and just dumped them in with what remained in there. Why would I want to eat dinner there?! Parking can be a disaster. There is no gym. There is no business room or any room with sufficient lighting for a Zoom meeting but the private dining room. There are tables everywhere, inside and outside. I can see how it can be very loud if they are busy. According to one review, people line up to go to the Canopy upstairs. We were lucky, it was quiet. Why not seal that courtyard to ensure people can sleep in their rooms (sunroom or gym)? Front desk employees do it all: clean dishes after breakfast, valet cars, etc. so sometimes there was no one there.…
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Great value for the money, mid-week in the heat of the summer. Very nice bars, both in the lobby and upstairs on the top of the building. Looks like there are good deals all week on drinks. Large room and bath, with cool decor. Staff was excellent, although housekeeping in the bath was lax.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Room Tip: Second floor was quiet.
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If you like quiet while you sleep or cannot sleep in loud environments, do NOT stay here. At least, not in a room with a “courtyard” view. The elevator to the rooftop bar, as well as a restaurant/bar, are right outside. People are lined up well into the night. The building is an old building with TISSUE PAPER-THIN walls. It sounded like the windows were opened (they weren’t; we checked). They had no other rooms to move us into, as they were full, so we had to leave at 11 pm and drive home (3.5 hours) in the middle of the night so we could get sleep. You could hear every word that was said outside our window, the bar was open until 2 am, and they have a restaurant up there with breakfast the next morning, so there was no way to get sleep. We would have gotten a room elsewhere, but they couldn’t agree to refund me. They only offered ear plugs and a sound machine, meaning they get this complaint a lot. Ultimately, I called the manager two days later, and he happily agreed to refund me, so I will give credit where it’s due. They made it right, although I wish it had been made right the night of so I could have gotten a room somewhere else and not driven all night. It is a shame, as the hotel was beautifully decorated and in a great area. There were hairs in the bath and shower and there was no mini fridge, but other than that (and obviously, the noise), it was a great hotel. I never even got to lay in the bed, so I can’t speak on that.…
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Date of stay: May 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Do not stay on the courtyard side, at least not if you need or desire quiet while you sleep.
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This small boutique hotel is just perfect. The location is great. Our room was spacious and well appointed. The rooftop bar and excellent onsite restaurant are big pluses too. Included breakfast was nicely done. This will be our favorite go to place when in the area.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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We had appetizers at the birchwood while on vacation in Tampa. We drove over to St. Pete to spend the day. The birchwood is located right off of the water downtown and offers great outdoor dining. We had the smoked fish dip and their version of the Cuban sandwich with the cauliflower soup and salad. Everything was really good except the Cuban sandwich had pepperoni on it! We really enjoyed dining there and people watching. The staff and drinks are really good.
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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There was no place to park when we checked in. Had to go around the block 6 times. Then we found a spot next door at a restaurant. After we checked in there was no one to help us we lugged our luggage through the next door restaurant while people were eating. Very embarrassing. There was a happy hour on upstairs roof but when I asked about it at front desk they told me there is none and didn’t ever hear about it. Luckily we went to the bar upstairs and it was crowded and there was a happy hour. Breakfast they ran out of reg coffee and finally brought some out when we were leaving. For the price we paid to stay one night I expected better
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Friendly staff but inferior accommodations at $450/night. We were disappointed with the lack of light in the room and the public areas. The light switches for the room and the bathroom are located at the room entrance, however, the room entrance is 15 feet down a hallway. In order to turn off the pendant lights by the bed (no lamps or overhead lighting), you must walk down the hallway, hit the switch and then walk back down that hallway to bed. Breakfast is served at the bar in the lobby but without adequate light, it is difficult to see the food. Our corner room, 302, faced the waterfront and overlooked Ceviche, the restaurant in the neighboring building. Ceviche has outdoor seating and attracts a loud crowd until 11 pm. The furniture in the room was dusty as were the bathroom counters and sconces. As a former Director of Sales & Marketing at five-star hotels, I am sympathetic to recent staff shortages, but when I load my own bags onto a luggage cart and then roll the cart out of the hotel to my car, it is clear the Birchwood Hotel is not a luxury hotel property .…
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Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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PRICE RANGE
$348 - $401 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
grayls hotel st petersburg
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Grayl's Hotel
LOCATION
United StatesFloridaSt. Petersburg
NUMBER OF ROOMS
18
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Birchwood
Which popular attractions are close to The Birchwood?
Nearby attractions include Chihuly Collection (0.06 miles), Museum of Fine Arts (0.1 miles), and North Straub Park (0.08 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Birchwood?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a rooftop bar, free wifi, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at The Birchwood?
Guests can enjoy a rooftop bar, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at The Birchwood?
Yes, paid private parking on-site is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Birchwood?
Conveniently located restaurants include Paciugo Gelato & Caffe, Parkshore Grill, and Birchwood Canopy.
Is The Birchwood located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.6 miles away from the center of St. Petersburg.
Does The Birchwood offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Is The Birchwood accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.