The Birchwood

3.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Park View
Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, City View | Balcony
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
340 Beach Dr Ne, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701
  • Chihuly Collection
    1 min walk
  • 400 Beach
    1 min walk
  • Museum of Fine Arts
    2 min walk
  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    25 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

  • 46 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Park View

  • 48 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

St. Petersburg

With a stay at The Birchwood, you'll be centrally located in St. Petersburg, steps from Chihuly Collection and 400 Beach. .This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Museum of Fine Arts and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Sundial St. Pete.

What's nearby

  • Chihuly Collection - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Museum of Fine Arts - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Vinoy Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Renaissance Vinoy Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Jannus Live - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 27 min drive
  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cassis American Brasserie - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Veranda - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Copper Shaker - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fresco's Waterfront Bistro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BellaBrava - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Birchwood

Hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Chihuly Collection
The Birchwood offers 18 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 guestrooms featuring espresso makers and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a nightclub or take in the view from a terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Enjoy American cuisine at Birch and Vine, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Planning an event in St. Petersburg? This hotel has 7750 square feet (720 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Limited parking is available onsite.
A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Birch and Vine - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
The Canopy - This rooftop bar specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free self-service breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Birch and Vine
  • The Canopy

Things to do

  • Nightclub

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (7750 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Lift
  • Hand-held shower head
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Lever door handles
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Communal living room
  • Couples dining
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down duvet
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Free rollaway beds
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • TV/satellite channels
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 150.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 21 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 25 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 150.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Birchwood Hotel St. Petersburg
Birchwood St. Petersburg
Birchwood Hotel
Birchwood
Grayls Hotel St Petersburg
The Birchwood Hotel
The Birchwood St. Petersburg
The Birchwood Hotel St. Petersburg

The Birchwood Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 607 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 607 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 607 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 607 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 607 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Sophia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall experience was poor. My family booked 3 rooms for my mother's 60th bday. She had 2 rooms and arrived the day before, I had one. Upon booking my room I called the property and asked if I could decorate her room before she checks in and was told I would get a phone call once the room is cleaned, never received the call. When my mother checked in she stated the front desk guy wasn't very pleasant. Upon my arrival no one was at front desk- as they only staff one person and we had to wait almost 20 mins. I parked in the hotel "valet" parking space and gave the desk attendant our key as he is also the hotel valet attendant- we left to go to dinner down the street and within 10 mins he calls us asking if we had the key and where was the car parked, he never tagged our keys so my boyfriend had to walk back to the hotel to get the keys straigten out. We were told all main doors are locked at 11p and to access an outer door that leads to the side elevator- when my cousin arrived at 4a that door and elevator was locked and he had to call the after hours number to have someone unlock it. The whole experience defintely put a damper on the celebration. It wasn't the experience we expected especially for this property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very cool vibe with great food, friendly folks
I fell in love with the vibe of the place. It’s very cool. It’s in a fantastic location right across across the street from the pier which I didn’t realize, that was a bonus. The restaurant was unbelievable ..amazing delish gourmet dishes. they have valet parking only up until 11front desk is closed between 11 PM and 7 AM. After 11 self parking in a very busy area. the elevator to the rooftop lounge only worked until the the third floor and you had to go outside take 4 flights of stairs, it was hot 🔥 Beds were more comfortable than most beds. The only problem was that they were both on a wood frame and would creek loudly when you got in and out. That aside we love the area. There are restaurants and things to do all around within walking distance the beautiful pier across the street. We will be back definitely
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very cool vibe with great food, friendly folks
I fell in love with the vibe of the place. It’s very cool. It’s in a fantastic location right across across the street from the pier which I didn’t realize, that was a bonus. The restaurant was unbelievable ..amazing delish gourmet dishes. Just a little bit of a hardship is that they have valet parking only up until 11 is closed between 11 PM and 7 AM. After 11 self parking would not be very close to the hotel, somewhere down the block, which seemed almost impossible. They only have one person who works both the desk and the valet so there is some wait time they could use more employees doing that. Two things that were a little bit of an issue, but definitely not a dealbreaker and we will be back.. the elevator to the rooftop lounge only worked until the the third floor and you had to go outside take 4 flights of stairs, it was hot 🔥 Beds were more comfortable than most beds I have stayed in a hotel. The only problem was that they were both on a wood frame and would creek loudly when you flipped over or when you got out of it. That aside we love the area. There’s restaurants and things to do all around within walking distance the beautiful pier across the street. We will be back definitely
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very cool vibe with great food, friendly folks
I fell in love with the vibe of the place. It’s very cool. It’s in a fantastic location right across across the street from the pier which I didn’t realize that was a bonus. The restaurant was unbelievable amazing delish gourmet dishes. a little bit of a hardship is that they have valet parking only up until 11 is closed between 11 PM and 7 AM. After 11 self parking would not be very close to the hotel, somewhere down the block, which seemed almost impossible. They only have one person who works both the desk and the valet so there is some wait time they could use more employees doing that. Two things that were a little bit of an issue, but definitely not a dealbreaker and we will be back.. the elevator to the rooftop lounge only worked until the the third floor and you had to go outside take 4 flights of stairs, it was hot 🔥 Beds were more comfortable than most beds I have stayed in a hotel. The only problem was that they were both on a wood frame and would creek loudly when you flipped over or when you got out of it. whenever my husband would get up or move, it would wake me up, but I am a light sleeper, I can't imagine what it would sound like if you were doing anything else lol That aside we love the area. There’s restaurants and things to do all around within walking distance the beautiful pier across the street. We will be back definitely
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Katelyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and our room was very clean. We stayed on a Monday so the restaurant in the hotel was not open, which was a bummer. But, there are so many easily accessible restaurants in the area, so it wasn't too bad. The lights in the "overnight" or "after hours" elevator did not work, so it was pitch dark in there. Take the stairs if you are leaving the hotel after 11pm! Over all, it was a great stay with a beautiful room! I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRITZ

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing the whole time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so pleasant and helpful .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raven

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sherlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Downtown Location
This hotel is in a perfect location for the downtown area. It’s across the street from the water and park, and is walkable to everything downtown. They offer valet parking at an extra cost, but it’s worth it. It’s no where near St Pete’s Beach, but if you’re looking for a downtown location, you can’t beat The Birchwood. You will be close to all the restaurants, bars, nightlife, museums, shops…
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jannice

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Not worth the splurge
Not great. Too loud, A/C didn’t work, included breakfast was underwhelming, bed was uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very pretty and a tad more affordable than some other properties in St. Petersburg. The only negative is no pool, which I didn’t think I wanted but in the Florida heat, may have been welcome. The room was large and well kept and furnished, very pretty. The area is perfect and centrally located. Step outside and all of St. Petersburg is at your doorstep. If u need to get your car for a drive, I found it was easy to ask and brought around quickly. We spent 2 nights over a weekend. Yes, there was noise from the rooftop but I didn’t find it hindered my sleep. The tv sound can even that out, so it really wasn’t an issue. I also dined at Teak for brunch which was also very good, and a beautiful location. I would def return to this charming property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Clearwater

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms great rooftop great restaurant great location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Cyndi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gersi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It would be nice if the hotel room had a refrigerator
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel but with a handful of shortcomings
Well restored rooms that our spacious and clean, but some rooms are not private and look out onto a walkway. Worse, the water quality makes the soap and shampoo leave you with an oily feeling. Plus, the shower head is a “rain” style from the ceiling - looks nice but annoying to use. The bath tub was gorgeous. NO staff from 11p to 7a?!? Valet parking is a hassle due to understaffing. Rooftop bar is lovely and the hotel has an excellent location on the waterfront. Breakfast was free but minimal, so have low expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Sheila, Delray Beach

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Way overpriced. Property is very tired and needs upgrading. Very poor water pressure and couldn’t even turn the knobs on the bath tub. Huge cockroach in our sink the first morning. Mattress needs replaced and bed very squeaky. No real amenities at the hotel. It’s advertised as having breakfast, but no real breakfast options… Not even a full Continental in my opinion. I am gluten-free and there were no options for me at all. Very overpriced for the lack of offerings. The only plus was the location. All in all just way overpriced for the lack of amenities and breakfast options.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024