Best hotels in Clearwater
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach & Spa
301 South Gulfview Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33767
If you like to be in the heart of the action, then the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach & Spa is the hotel for you. Steps away from the legendary Pier 60, the Hyatt offers breath-taking views from the eighth-floor pool deck, as well as an on-site seafood grill and room service for those that prefer to dine on their private balcony.
Sandpearl Resort
500 Mandalay Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33767
The award-winning Sandpearl Resort is located a little further down the beach, ideal for those that prefer quiet evenings. This contemporary four-star mega-hotel is the epitome of luxury, where you can enjoy a personalized pampering session in the spa, relax by the lagoon-style pool, or book one of many recreational activities including beach volleyball and parasailing.
Camelot Beach Suites
603 Mandalay Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33767
Camelot Beach Suites are a home away from home, with award-winning art deco suites, each of which has its own unique character. All suites come with a fully equipped kitchenette, dining area, terrace, and barbecue facilities, ideal for cozy family nights in yet just a few minutes’ walk from Pier 60.
Best restaurants in Clearwater
Calypso Queen
Slip #18, 25 Causeway Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33767
For an unforgettable dining experience, book the all-you-can-eat buffet aboard the Calypso Queen. Gorge yourselves on Florida fruits and a variety of ever-changing seafood, meat, and vegetarian dishes, while sailing along the coast enjoying the view and spotting wildlife such as snowy egrets and pelicans.
Caretta on the Gulf
1738, 500 Mandalay Avenue #100, Clearwater, FL 33767
Foodies will want to try the fine dining options at Caretta on the Gulf, Clearwater’s only AAA Four-Diamond restaurant. Light lunch options include wonton tuna tacos with spicy tuna, avocado, micro cilantro, and cucumber, while the evening menu features a variety of steaks cooked to your liking.
Crabby’s Dockside
37 Causeway Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33767
Crabby’s Dockside is a Clearwater institution, serving up fresh seafood, sandwiches, and combo platters to eat in or take out. They even have a drive-through for those that have already found the ideal picnic location.
Best things to do in Clearwater
Little Toot Dolphin Adventure
25 Causeway Boulevard #16, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
One of the biggest draws in Clearwater is the likelihood of spotting dolphins. The Little Toot Dolphin Adventure provides amazing opportunities for up close and personal encounters with schools of dolphins off the Clearwater coast. The shape of the boat creates a wake that is irresistible to dolphins – so much so that, on the off-chance, you don’t encounter any, they will give you a free pass to try again!
Busch Gardens
10165 McKinley Drive, Tampa, FL 33612
Thrill-seekers will not want to miss Busch Gardens, just 40 minutes away from Clearwater in Tampa. Experience the excitement of the world’s first dive rollercoaster, see more than 200 species. Take an animal encounter tour or ride the Falcon’s Fury – a 335-foot freestanding drop tower.
Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruise
25 Causeway Boulevard, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
Hop aboard the Pirate’s Ransom and enjoy some of the best sightseeing opportunities in the area. There are also several on-board games and activities to keep the kids entertained.