Clearwater Beach hotels are in a prime location only a short drive from world-famous attractions like Disney World, and conveniently close to Tampa International Airport. Both land-based and water-based attractions are plentiful here, with scores of ocean sports available, from classic water sports to cruises, sailing, and fishing. Visual arts and rich history both thrive within Clearwater, as do modern delights such as dining and shopping. Clearwater is one of the top family beaches in Florida, deserving of some time well spent exploring. The beaches in Tampa and St Petersburg may draw more attention as the cities are bigger, but don’t overlook Clearwater and its charm.
Sandpearl Resort
Sandpearl Resort in Clearwater Florida is a sprawling resort. In size alone, Sandpearl offers guests an amazing experience with spacious accommodations, dining, a spa, meeting space, and a host of activities. Guest rooms and suites create the lodging options, which are adorned in warm, inviting hues with details creating an environment where relaxation is very easy. The gulf-view restaurant, casual grill, and marketplace each provide great options. Unwinding in the Spa at Sandpearl comes easy. Private boat slips, a kids camp, and a thriving local area all fit into an exciting vacation agenda.
Holiday Inn Clearwater
On the southern end of Clearwater’s barrier island lies Holiday Inn Clearwater (pictured above). The gulf-front hotel is designed with a distinct Mediterranean feel, filled with terra cotta and stucco elements, and complete with a heated pool, pool bar, sundeck, and hot tub surrounded by tropical gardens. Standing on the beach, guests will get a clear view of both Sand Key and Clearwater Beach, only 500 feet away. Just below the pool is the Lower Pool deck, an inviting space to wile away the hours. A restaurant, coffeehouse, hair and nail salon and Games Room are additional amenities. There’s even a kid’s pool!
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort
The Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort is an esteemed and luxurious beachfront hotel. Surrounded by palms and right on the beach, the Hyatt offers Premium and Deluxe guest rooms, one- and two- bedroom suites. Dining onsite at any of the hotel’s several restaurants is aligned with the elegance and hospitality offered in rooms. Outdoors, the pool is a vision flanked by air-conditioned cabanas. The Hyatt’s E-Concierge makes reservations and other arrangements such as golf tee times, tours, and more. Don’t miss the spa and experience on of the most beloved aspects of the Clearwater Hyatt.
Sheraton Sand Key Resort
The Sheraton Sand Key Resort is another of the Clearwater Beach hotels that has an impressive design, offering a well laid-out pool area, gardens, restaurants, and guest rooms that flow seamlessly. Accommodations are modern, with plenty of flair and little to miss among the amenities and in-room services provided. Family, business, weddings, and romance are all accommodated equally. Just a quick drive from Tampa and the airport, the Sheraton is also near Disney World, Busch Gardens, and the famous Dali Museum. Massage facilities, fitness rooms, swimming pools, dining, tennis and resort shops, are all on the premises.
Clearwater Marriott
The Clearwater Marriott is a beachfront Florida getaway on Sand Key, facing Clearwater Harbor. The main feature is the outdoor aquatic playground, featuring cabanas pool side, an almost four-foot waterfall, and a kids clubhouse providing scores of age-appropriate activities. There is excellent shopping along the adjacent boardwalk, epicurean delights at the hotel steakhouse and grill, and plenty of meeting space and corporate support. The Marriott also extends the services of both a world-class day spa and salon, more than a dozen onsite shops, and several dining choices.