Clearwater Beach, FL, USA
Featured Lodging
Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort
What to expect: A large lobby with greenery, overstuffed sofas and chairs, and a busy activity desk welcomes guests to this resort set on 10 acres of white-sand beach. The supervised children's program and ample meeting space attract a mix of families and business travelers.
Amenity highlights: This Hilton resort has two outdoor pools, a spa tub, and a fitness center. The Fun Factory children's program (surcharge) organizes activities for kids ages 4–12 year-round. Business facilities include 32,000 square feet of meeting space and a 24-hour business center. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available resort-wide.
Guests can dine on the sand, by the pool, or in a restaurant with Gulf of Mexico views.
Insider tip: Pier 60, adjacent to the resort, has a large playground and a nightly sunset celebration that includes entertainers, local artisans, food vendors, and activities for the entire family.
Marriott Suites Clearwater Beach on Sand Key
What to expect: The 10-story Marriott Suites Clearwater Beach, located on 7 acres of Sand Key, towers high above Clearwater Bay. In the two-story lobby with its Art Deco design, arriving guests enjoy panoramic views of the bay and pool. A curved wooden staircase leads to the hotel’s second floor. Live music plays nightly in the Water Colour Lounge overlooking the bay. The clientele consists mostly of vacationers.
Amenity highlights: A grotto-style outdoor pool with waterfalls, spa tub, and children’s pool overlooks the bay. Watercraft rentals are available just beyond the poolside bar at the boardwalk pier. Live music is played poolside seasonally. Supervised children’s activities, including movies and crafts, are available at Lisa’s Clubhouse, the hotel’s kids’ center (surcharge). A fitness center includes treadmills, circuit machines, stair master, and free weights.
Insider tip: Lisa, this Marriott's blue-and-gold macaw perches in the lobby. The children’s center, Lisa’s Clubhouse, was named after her. In addition, George, a very friendly egret, often visits guests relaxing poolside. Dolphin sightings on Clearwater Bay are frequent.
