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A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, and a large window with curtains.

A corner market with two refrigerated beverage vending machines and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St Petersburg North

Lealman, 2.5 km from Willis S. Johns Center

David

￥17,739

￥20,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel reception area with a coffee station, including multiple coffee makers, a waffle maker, and a variety of condiments and utensils.

A hotel with a yellow facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, wall-mounted artwork, and ice cream vending machines.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed with a headboard, and framed pictures on the wall.

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Northeast - Gateway

2.9 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Taylor

￥12,376

￥13,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a painting on the wall.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a radio, and a variety of food items.

A hotel lobby with two orange armchairs, a modern light fixture, and abstract paintings on the wall.

3. Sleep Inn & Suites St Petersburg Gateway

0.7 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Suleika

￥16,234

￥19,126 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A hotel entrance with a blue-lit facade, a covered walkway, and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a sofa.

A reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a storage cabinet.

A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, adjacent to a building with large windows and a white exterior.

4. Holiday Inn Express St. Petersburg North (I-275) by IHG

Lealman, 2 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Terry

￥17,171

￥19,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A hydro massage zone with two massage chairs and a small table with a plant.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, a sink, and a television mounted on the wall.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp.

5. Comfort Inn St Petersburg North

Lealman, 2.1 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Joseph

￥11,751

￥13,279 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A spacious conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with sheer curtains, and recessed ceiling lighting.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple balconies, and a landscaped front area.

A modern waiting area with patterned chairs, a round table, and a mounted TV.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a mirror, a television, a coffee maker, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette.

6. Quality Inn Saint Petersburg North-Tampa Bay

Lealman, 2.5 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Edward

￥9,829

￥11,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a blue sofa.

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a sign that reads "MUST HAVE COFFEE."

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, water bottles on tables, and a whiteboard on the wall.

A conference room with round tables, yellow chairs, and black tablecloths.

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Petersburg - Madeira Beach by IHG

13.2 km from Willis S. Johns Center

ERIC

￥16,876

￥19,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, marble flooring, and modern art installations.

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

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

7.3 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Nicollette

￥26,381

￥29,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

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.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large window, and a cozy seating area.

9. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

11.5 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Charles

￥16,167

￥18,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A staircase with black and white patterned tiles, a gold-framed mirror, and a decorative door with a gold panel.

A four-poster bed with a green bench, a bedside table, a small desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

A room with a hanging chair, a table with red cushions, patterned floor tiles, and a view of greenery outside.

A spacious living room with a large round rug, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs.

10. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

Historic Old Northeast, 6.1 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Kathleen

￥13,815

￥16,302 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An outdoor patio with a dining table, chairs, and a sofa.

A modern living room with a green sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a decorative wooden panel with shelves.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a swimming pool, and a parking area.

11. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

Downtown St. Petersburg, 6.7 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Brittany

￥15,342

￥17,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a large potted plant, and artwork on the walls.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a high-rise building with balconies.

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.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 6.8 km from Willis S. Johns Center

John

￥21,632

￥24,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

An outdoor seating area with fire pits and lounge chairs, a stone wall, and a view of the interior through large windows.

A modern gym with cardio machines, free weights, and a squat rack.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "HOME 2 SUITES BY HILTON".

A pool area with lounge chairs and tables, a pergola, and a stone wall.

13. Home2 Suites By Hilton Clearwater St. Petersburg Ulmerton Rd

8.5 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Kimberly

￥17,811

￥20,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

A pool area with hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A bar area with four stools and a black bar counter, featuring three green spherical decorations.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, microwave, and a small kitchenette.

14. Sleep Inn Clearwater - St Petersburg

8.1 km from Willis S. Johns Center

LILLIAN

￥10,646

￥12,029 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A large, multi-story hotel with balconies, a reflecting pool, and a fountain.

A rooftop dining area with round tables set for a meal, overlooking a body of water and a cityscape.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a dining section.

A spacious lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

15. Hilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park

6.8 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Maria

￥20,352

￥22,998 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a prominent "Hyatt Place" sign.

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.

A modern bar with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

16. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

Downtown St. Petersburg, 6.8 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Anita

￥23,727

￥26,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of beverages and glassware displayed on shelves.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a reception desk.

17. Courtyard St. Petersburg Clearwater

7.6 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Ruth

￥19,825

￥22,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A pathway leading to a building with a sign reading "The Salt".

A pool area with glass barriers, lounge chairs, and pink umbrellas.

A potted aloe vera plant on a balcony with a palm tree in the background.

18. The Saint Hotel

14.7 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Jaclyn

￥19,058

￥27,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A multi-story hotel with balconies, outdoor seating, and a palm tree.

A restaurant interior with round tables, patterned chairs, and pendant lighting.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, red seating, and pendant lighting.

A corridor with glass-fronted wine racks filled with bottles.

19. The Birchwood

Downtown St. Petersburg, 6.4 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Denise

￥26,342

￥29,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

The exterior of the Marie Hotel in St. Petersburg, FL, featuring a classic stone facade, a prominent entrance with a black awning, and a clear view of the street.

A crowded indoor event with people standing and conversing.

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a pier, and boats docked at the waterfront.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, water bodies, and a distant bridge.

20. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

7 km from Willis S. Johns Center

Shaylyn

￥12,004

￥13,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

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Compare popular hotels close to Willis S. Johns Center

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St Petersburg North	9.0 Wonderful 947 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Northeast - Gateway	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites St Petersburg Gateway	8.6 Excellent 17 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express St. Petersburg North (I-275) by IHG	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Comfort Inn St Petersburg North	7.8 Good 1,002 reviews	View

Top Willis S. Johns Center Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn Saint Petersburg North-Tampa Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, Plenty of parking"

Comfort Inn & Suites Northeast - Gateway

10/10 Excellent

"My son and I stayed 1 night. Very friendly staff at the desk. Quick check in. Room was on the 3rd floor. Opened the door and saw a very clean room. Ice cold air conditioning. Decent size TV. Mini refrigerator. Comfortable King-size bed and sleeper sofa. Quiet and no issues sleeping. Breakfast was nice. I recommend and would definitely stay there again. Overall great experience."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St Petersburg North

8/10 Good

"All was good and clean except that the bed mattress was very firm and uncomfortable for sleeping."

Comfort Inn St Petersburg North

8/10 Good

"Front desk were very nice. We have a service dog and it was all smooth"

Hollander Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay after the summer rush. Good price for breakfast. Pool was relaxing."

Holiday Inn Express St. Petersburg North (I-275) by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean, comfortable, and spacious. It was not run-down like other hotels at a similar price point. I felt very satisfied with the value."

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is beautiful! Clean! The only thing was the valet, when it was time to check out. It took a very long time to get our car, we had to go and get our car ourself due to the amount of time we already waited for our car."

Uptown Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Super all was well . Love the staff they are awesome"

La Quinta by Wyndham St Petersburg-Clearwater

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms, and nearby shopping and dining."

Other attractions near Willis S. Johns Center

A wooden boardwalk leading to Sawgrass Trail Overlook Tower in a forested area.

Sawgrass Lake Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Sawgrass Lake Park, a lovely green space in St. Petersburg. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A calm lake with a dense forest in the background and a clear blue sky with clouds.

Weedon Island Preserve

This huge Tampa Bay preserve is an important archeological site and offers plenty of outdoor activities.

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A street with palm trees, a building with arched windows, and parked cars.

The Shoppes at Park Place

7.4/10 (204 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at The Shoppes at Park Place during your trip to Pinellas Park. Amble around this family-friendly area's beaches or experience its entertainment venues.

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A building with 'Greyhound Racing' and 'Grey Lane' signage.

Derby Lane

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Catch an event at Derby Lane 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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A play area with a slide, a climbing net, and a wooden staircase.

Great Explorations Children's Museum

8.6/10 (37 reviews)

This innovative and interactive attraction is designed specifically for young children and their parents, and makes learning fun and active.

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A pathway through a dense tropical forest with various green plants and trees.

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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The Skyway Shopping Center

You can enjoy retail therapy at The Skyway Shopping Center during your stay in St. Petersburg. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Regal Park Place

You can take time to visit Regal Park Place during your travels to Pinellas Park. Discover the restaurants and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Willis S. Johns Center?

Willis S. Johns Center is located in St. Petersburg. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Willis S. Johns Center?

Holiday Inn Express St. Petersburg North (I-275) by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.2 mi (2 km) from Willis S. Johns Center. Other good options within a few miles include Quality Inn Saint Petersburg North-Tampa Bay and Comfort Inn St Petersburg North.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Willis S. Johns Center?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Willis S. Johns Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Willis S. Johns Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Willis S. Johns Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Willis S. Johns Center?

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What can I see and do near Willis S. Johns Center?

Museum of Fine Arts, Salvador Dali Museum, and The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art feature captivating exhibits. You can check out the local talent at Mahaffey Theater, NOVA 535 Unique Event Space, and The Palladium at St Petersburg College. You can wander around Sunken Gardens, Vinoy Park, or Vinoy Park Beach if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Willis S. Johns Center hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St Petersburg North

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Northeast - Gateway

3. Sleep Inn & Suites St Petersburg Gateway

4. Holiday Inn Express St. Petersburg North (I-275) by IHG

5. Comfort Inn St Petersburg North

6. Quality Inn Saint Petersburg North-Tampa Bay

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Petersburg - Madeira Beach by IHG

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

9. Crystal Bay Historic Hotel

10. Prestige Collection Boutique hotel

11. Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

12. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown

13. Home2 Suites By Hilton Clearwater St. Petersburg Ulmerton Rd

14. Sleep Inn Clearwater - St Petersburg

15. Hilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park

16. Hyatt Place St. Petersburg / Downtown

17. Courtyard St. Petersburg Clearwater

18. The Saint Hotel

19. The Birchwood

20. Mari Jean Hotel - All Adults Welcome

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Top Willis S. Johns Center Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn Saint Petersburg North-Tampa Bay

Comfort Inn & Suites Northeast - Gateway

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St Petersburg North

Comfort Inn St Petersburg North

Hollander Boutique Hotel

Holiday Inn Express St. Petersburg North (I-275) by IHG

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

Uptown Suites

La Quinta by Wyndham St Petersburg-Clearwater

Other attractions near Willis S. Johns Center

Sawgrass Lake Park

Weedon Island Preserve

The Shoppes at Park Place

Derby Lane

Great Explorations Children's Museum

Sunken Gardens

The Skyway Shopping Center

Regal Park Place

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