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PTM Partners and DoveHill announce dthe opening of Moxy St. Pete, under management from the Wurzak Hotel Group.

Located on Central Avenue, one of the most vibrant streets in Florida, the newly built property is the first lifestyle hotel in downtown St. Petersburg. Meticulously designed by Storyn Studio for Architecture, the hotel introduces 163 guest rooms and suites; the Edge District's first rooftop pool deck, as well as a poolside bar; and a dynamic lobby featuring Rose's coffee bar, indoor and outdoor spaces, a large lobby bar that opens up to the street, a podcast studio, conference space, and work areas. Additionally, the hotel will open the new location of Sparrow this fall, marking the latest destination of a Florida-favorite rooftop dining and nightlife experience.

Situated at the new EDGE Collective mixed-use development near Tropicana Field on St. Pete's lively Central Avenue, Moxy St. Pete blends with the buzz of this walkable neighborhood filled with local shops, restaurants, and nightlife.

"This is a one-of-a-kind lifestyle hotel that not only works within St. Pete's local traditions and culture but also adds to the neighborhood," said Nick Pantuliano, COO, PTM Partners. "Moxy St. Pete reflects the energy of the EDGE District, particularly as St. Pete continues to grow into a true international destination. We welcome travelers and locals alike to Moxy St. Pete and the EDGE District, and can't wait for guests to experience all of the hotel's offerings. With our hotel partners DoveHill and Wurzak Hotel Group, we're excited to be introducing a space that will help to anchor PTM's expansive, mixed-use EDGE Collective development."

Upon entry into the hotel, guests step into a lobby inspired by the unique charm of downtown St. Petersburg, celebrated for its mural-lined streets, creative atmosphere, and beautiful waterfront. The bright and playful lobby features mid-century modern design with laid-back Florida beach decor. Capturing the classic charm of St. Pete, the check-in desk is anchored by a lively mural showcasing a collage of botanical flora and fauna by Tampa artist Ashley Cassens and a sculptural art mirror by St. Pete artist Ted VanCleave.

The lobby also offers an array of spaces for work and play, including eye-catching furnishings and comfortable seating areas, along with an indoor stage area to host local live music and entertainment. Bar Moxy, the hotel's indoor-outdoor lobby bar, offers specialty cocktails, beer, wine, and seltzers along with an assortment of refreshing non-alcoholic beverages–the perfect kick-off to a hotel stay or for enjoying a drink before heading to dinner on Central Avenue. At Bar Moxy, guests can also enjoy classic salads, flatbreads, fresh sushi rolls including the Central Ave Crunch, and an array of handheld options from the Lobster Roll and Tuna Poke Fish Tacos to the signature Moxy Grass-Fed Beef Burger.

Continuing through the lobby, Rose's Coffee Bar is an elevated coffee shop serving espresso-based beverages, cold brew, nitro brew, and drip coffee. Rose's also offers assorted pastries, toasts, smoothies, and other light bites. This location marks the second Rose's Coffee Bar, joining its first location in Fort Lauderdale.

"With this opening, we're bringing something new and exciting to St. Pete: an experience-driven destination designed for locals and visitors that is woven into the fabric of the neighborhood," said Jake Wurzak, president of Wurzak Hotel Group and co-developer behind Moxy St. Pete. "Our doors are open, not just to provide a place to stay, but to become a vibrant social hub where culture, artistry, and community converge. We look forward to contributing to the ongoing evolution of the EDGE Collective concept developed by our partner PTM."

Additional hotel offerings include a podcast studio in the lobby, available for the public to rent for free, and 1,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, adorned with a unique pool mural that plays on viewers' depth perception, by Miami-based artist duo Allison Matherly and Jeffrey Noble. The hotel's meeting room also features shuffleboard floors as a tribute to the St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club, the oldest and largest in the world. On the sixth floor, the hotel's 24-7 fitness center is equipped with a boxing bag, gymnastics equipment, Peloton bikes, and a full-circuit gym.

The hotel's inviting guest rooms provide a cozy retreat with plush beds and refreshing rain showers. Each room is bathed in serene, natural light from expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, with select rooms featuring balconies overlooking the excitement on Central Avenue. Amid a calming neutral color palette accented by natural wood tones, the rooms feature vibrant artwork and accouterments to add distinct personality. These tech-forward rooms also offer spacious bathrooms and are complemented by thoughtful amenities and a minimalist, streamlined design.

Moxy St. Pete is home to the neighborhood's first rooftop pool destination. Located on the 7th floor, guests are greeted by a pool lined with colorful cabanas alongside Sip 'n Dip, an open-air bar ideal for enjoying refreshing cocktails and poolside favorites including fresh fruit plates, chips and guacamole, and chicken tenders, as well as elevated offerings such as the fresh Seafood Tower featuring Citrus Shrimp, Oysters, Tuna Poke, Lobster, and Black Pepper Mignonette. Miami-based artist Douglas Hoekzema, known as Hoxxoh, designed the rooftop's distinctive and complex geometric mural overlooking the surroundings.

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Also on the roof and slated to open this fall, the highly anticipated Sparrow will boast unobstructed city views from the area's first rooftop bar and lounge. Drawing inspiration from the clean lines and natural materials of 1950s and 1960s American Modernism, the 4,000-square foot space will serve as a fun-filled hideaway. During the day, Sparrow will offer a cozy location for grabbing a bite and soaking up St. Pete sunshine or relaxing under the shade of beautiful trees and rooftop landscaping. As night falls, Sparrow will become the city's premiere nightlife destination, featuring Asian-inspired cuisine, craft cocktails, and sleek decor. Guests will enjoy panoramic views from every corner, including the indoor main bar, lounge, restaurant, and outdoor bar.

Overall, Storyn Studio's design for the Moxy St. Pete celebrates the city's architectural heritage with a new building that harmoniously complements its environment. The hotel's brick façade thoughtfully steps back to allow room for the lush tree canopies and pedestrian activities along the bustling Central Avenue. Storyn's approach blends contemporary design with an understanding of human interaction between spaces; the Paseo and courtyards, between the new hotel and the adaptive reuse 1246 Central Avenue building, offer a tranquil escape, a convenient shortcut, or access to energetic ground-floor activity.

"The Moxy's design mirrors the historic essence of St. Pete's 1920 urban landscape, a reflection that is deeply significant to us as a local firm," said Everald Colas, founding principal of Storyn Studio for Architecture. "Our goal was to create a design that harmonizes with the community, captivating both residents and visitors. Collaborating closely with PTM, we ensured our design seamlessly integrates with the surrounding neighborhood."

The hotel is a central facet of the EDGE Collective, a new 500,000-square-foot mixed-use destination. Phase I will see the delivery of Moxy St. Pete and the redeveloped and modernized 1246 Central Avenue building, which includes 16,000 square feet of Class A office space and the recently announced and popular Bosphorous Turkish restaurant on the ground floor. The Moxy building will also include highly anticipated tenants [solidcore] and Floyd's Barbershop.

Phase II will deliver a 200-foot-tall high-rise tower with approximately 350 luxury multifamily rentals to the neighborhood with hospitality-level amenity spaces, 45,000 square feet of commercial and retail space, and 360 parking spaces. The accessibly priced rentals will comprise studio to three-bedroom units across two distinct buildings on Central Avenue, 1^st Avenue South and 11^th Street.

Moxy St. Pete is located at 1234 Central Avenue. Opening rates start at $249 per night.

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Sunny St. Petersburg, Florida — or St. Pete, as it's called by many — has a fun and playful new hotel you can book with Marriott Bonvoy points. Here's a first look at the , a member of the brand that won TPG's 2023 award for Best Affordable Hotel Brand.

Located on Central Avenue in a refreshed development called the Edge Collective near Tropicana Field, this new Moxy is right in the heart of the city's action and within walking distance of shops, restaurants and lots of nightlife options.

"This is a one-of-a-kind lifestyle hotel that not only works within St. Pete's local traditions and culture but also adds to the neighborhood," said Nick Pantuliano, chief development officer and chief operations officer of PTM Partners (which worked on the property alongside DoveHill) in a statement.

Featuring 163 rooms and suites, guests can expect the compact but efficient and trendy rooms that the Moxy brand is known for. The rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows that shine plenty of light onto natural-toned rooms with leather headboards, wooden accents and green-tiled bathrooms. For even more space, book a suite or a room with a balcony for a private area to breathe in Florida's salty air.

Throughout the hotel, guests will find design elements that reflect the energy and vibe of St. Pete, including Flordia-centric beach decor combined with a touch of midcentury modern flair. In the lobby, be sure to check out an Instagram-worthy mural by Tampa-based painter Ashley Cassens and a design-forward mirror by local artist Ted VanCleave.

You might also want to hang out in the indoor-outdoor lobby to catch live music, spend a few hours working in the chic space or grab a drink or snack, like tuna poke tacos, at Bar Moxy. Additionally, the lobby has a Rose's Coffee Bar that serves various forms of caffeine, smoothies and pastries.

Uniquely, Moxy St. Pete also houses a podcast studio that will be available to reserve for free to guests and the public, alongside 1,000 square feet of meeting space. In the meeting facilities, you'll find floors designed like shuffleboards, a tribute to the St. Petersburg Shuffleboard Club, the world's oldest and largest shuffleboard club.

The hotel has a rooftop pool, the first in the neighborhood, with fun cabanas, too. On the roof, you'll also find Sip 'n Dip, a bar with pool-friendly food like chips and guacamole and seafood towers.

Later this year, an outpost of Florida's popular bar Sparrow will open on the roof as well. During the day, the space will offer up to 4,000 square feet of space to eat and drink, but when the sun goes down, the space will transform into a nightlife venue with Asian food and craft cocktails.

Throughout the Wurzak Hotel Group-managed property (which also manages The Dalmar in Fort Lauderdale), guests will feel the vibrancy and history of St. Pete reflected in the design by Storyn Studio for Architecture, from the brick facade to the charming interiors.

"The Moxy's design mirrors the historic essence of St. Pete's 1920 urban landscape, a reflection that is deeply significant to us as a local firm," said Everald Colas of Storyn Studio for Architecture. "Our goal was to create a design that harmonizes with the community, captivating both residents and visitors."

How to book

Rates at the Moxy St. Pete can be booked for as low as $132 or 42,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.

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After 56 nomadic years, The Florida Orchestra is ready to put down roots and stay put.

President and CEO Ignacio Barrón Viela has proposed the construction of the Center for Music Education and Innovation, a three- to four-story facility that could be built adjacent to the city-owned Mahaffey Theater. TFO hired a local architect to design it and create lifelike renderings.

A lot has to happen before ground can be broken on the 24,000-32,000 square foot building, which would house classrooms, offices and, most significantly, fixed rehearsal space for the 70-plus member orchestra.

Funding, for one thing. Barrón Viela says the most recent estimate for the Center is $30 million; he approached the County Tourist Development Council in July with a request for $9.5 million from its Capital Projects Funding Program.

As for the remainder, the CEO explains, “we have more than one donor willing to make that happen. And we have an anonymous, generous donor who believes in the orchestra, and is willing to support the Center with a living gift. And we are very grateful for that.”

In other words, the City of St. Petersburg – and taxpayers – wouldn’t have to spend a nickel to house the veteran nonprofit, which performs for an estimated 150,000 people annually.

Barrón Viela and his board are in talks with the City. It’s “very early days,” he stresses.

The need for such a facility, however, has been obvious for a long time. TFO plays concerts in St. Petersburg, Tampa and Clearwater during its October-to-May season, along with community outreach and other special programs. Its current, cramped offices are in the St. Petersburg College building on 3rd Street N.

“Every month, we travel so many times around Tampa Bay, even to rehearse,” Barrón Viela explains. “Let’s say we have concerts on a Friday night, Saturday night, Sunday – there are weeks where we’ll rehearse in two or three places. That means moving the whole orchestra, all the musicians, 80 people, 90 people moving.

“We would love to have a center where we can rehearse without moving so much. That’s just not efficient for anybody.”

The concert schedule would not change, Barrón Viela emphasizes – TFO would continue rotating performances between the Mahaffey, Tampa’s Straz Center for the Performing Arts and Clearwater’s Ruth Eckerd Hall.

The financial benefit for the orchestra would be considerable. Currently, according to orchestra documents, $2 million of its $12 million annual budget goes to venue rentals, for both rehearsals and performances. And more than $700,000 of that is just for the Mahaffey Theater.

It’s conceivable that the Center for Music Education and Innovation could include a small performance space, for such things as chamber music concerts, Barrón Viela says.

“And collaborations with other arts and cultural organizations in the community. It could be a place, also, for a Youth Orchestra or other youth programs.”

In no way, he adds, would this be competition for the 2,100-seat Mahaffey. “If you look at other venues around the country, it is very common to see a performing arts center with a bigger hall and a smaller hall. And it’s really enhancing the possibilities.”

If his request to the TDC goes through – it might be as much as a month before the group votes – the next step for Barrón Viela is additional conversations with the City, to see how TFO’s vision might fit into the developing Master Plan For the Arts.

“The potential for that area, the waterfront – the Dali, the Mahaffey and whatever else can be developed there – is incredible,” he says. “The City has to drive this and be on board with all these ideas. This is just one phase of many more that will happen, so we really need the City’s alignment and full endorsement.”

He is enthused, while remaining cautiously optimistic. “We can be a role model for the world, in terms of what arts and culture can do for the community,” Barrón Viela says. “St. Petersburg has a great momentum happening.”