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The best hotels in Clearwater Beach sit on a narrow barrier island on Florida’s Gulf Coast, most of them within a mile of Pier 60 and the Beach Walk promenade. Clearwater Beach is roughly 95 to 100 miles from the Orlando theme parks by road, so it works best as a two- or three-night beach add-on to your Orlando itinerary.
The extras are what separate these hotels. Several add a $35 to $40 nightly resort fee plus $40 or more for valet parking, while others bundle breakfast and parking into one fee.
Quick answer: For luxury and a kids’ club, book the JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa; for a Gulf-view balcony in every room, choose Opal Sands Resort. To walk to Pier 60, compare the Wyndham Grand and the Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa. The Hyatt Regency is best for kitchen suites. To keep extras low, the Edge Hotel and Pier House 60 bundle breakfast and parking into one fee, and the Hampton Inn & Suites includes a free hot breakfast.
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How we chose the best hotels in Clearwater Beach
We picked eight hotels on Clearwater Beach itself, from Pier 60 south to Clearwater Pass, plus one resort on Sand Key just across the pass. We compared beach access, verified amenities, the real cost with resort fees and parking, and access to Pier 60 and the airports.
Facts come from each hotel’s official website, checked in October 2026. Where a site blocked us, we used archived copies of the official pages from March to July 2026, marked “at last check.” Distances are rounded road or walking distances without traffic. We didn’t stay at these hotels, and we don’t publish scores or fixed prices.
Clearwater Beach hotels compared
| Hotel | Setting | Breakfast | Fee and parking* | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JW Marriott Clearwater Beach | South tip, on the sand | Restaurants on site | $40 fee; valet $48 | Luxury, kids’ club |
| Opal Sands Resort | South Beach Walk, on the sand | Restaurants on site | $35 fee; valet only | Gulf-view balconies |
| Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach | Across from Pier 60 | Free for kids 5 and under | $35 fee; valet $42 | Families, bunk rooms |
| Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa | On the sand by Pier 60 | Paid buffet | Resort charge; valet $40 | Classic beach resort |
| Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach | Beach Walk | Restaurants on site | $35 fee; self-park $36 | Kitchen suites |
| Sheraton Resort on Sand Key | Sand Key, on the sand | Restaurants on site | Parking $30; fee not listed | Quieter beach |
| Edge Hotel Clearwater Beach | South Gulfview, Gulf-front | Continental, in fee | $37 fee incl. parking | Rooftop bar, value |
| Pier House 60 | Marina, near Pier 60 | Continental, in fee | $37 fee incl. parking | Walk to Pier 60 |
| Hampton Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach | South end | Free, hot | Self-park $25 | Breakfast, pets |
*Nightly amounts before tax from each hotel’s official page at our last check (March to October 2026). Fees and parking change often, so confirm them before you book. Rates vary by season, availability and how far ahead you book.
1. JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
The JW Marriott sits at 691 South Gulfview Boulevard, at the southern tip of Clearwater Beach, about a mile’s walk from Pier 60. It has a heated 11th-floor rooftop pool and whirlpool, cabanas, a guest beach with chairs and umbrellas, Spa by JW and the Hideaway Hangout Kids Club (daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., drop-off for ages 5 to 12).
Dining includes Latitude 28, ESKaPe Beach Bar & Grille and The Deep End rooftop bar. Families can book one-, two- or three-bedroom Residences with a kitchenette, a washer and dryer and a balcony; a two-bedroom Residence suits up to six people.
- Why stay: A rooftop pool, a kids’ club and residence-style suites at the quieter end of the beach.
- Getting there: About 21 miles from Tampa International Airport, roughly 40 minutes without traffic. There’s no airport shuttle.
- Good to know: At last check (June 2026), the resort fee was $40 a night, covering Wi-Fi, daily beach chairs and an umbrella, bike rentals and fitness classes for two guests. Parking is valet only at $48 a night. Up to two dogs of 40 pounds or less are welcome for $150 per stay, and you must be 21 to check in.
Best for: Families and couples who want full luxury, a kids’ club and room to spread out.
See prices and availability at JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
2. Opal Sands Resort
Opal Sands is at 430 South Gulfview Boulevard, on the sand at the southern end of Beach Walk. All 230 rooms and suites face the Gulf and have a private balcony, and the zero-entry pool is cantilevered over the water. Pier 60 is about a 10- to 15-minute walk north.
A glass sky bridge links it to its newer sister resort, Opal Sol, and guests can use both: four pools in all, two Opal Spas and two fitness centers. On-site dining includes SeaGuini, the Sandbar and the Reflections Pool Bar, and the one- and two-bedroom suites have full kitchens.
- Why stay: A Gulf view and balcony from every room, plus the shared amenities of two resorts.
- Getting there: Tampa International Airport is about 21 miles by road (the resort says 23), and there’s no airport shuttle.
- Good to know: At the time of writing, the resort fee is $35 a night and covers Wi-Fi, two bikes a day, pool and beach towels and the fitness center. Parking is valet only, with the fee shown when you book. Up to two dogs are welcome for $100 per dog per night, and you must be 21 to book and check in.
Best for: Couples and families who want sunset views from the room.
3. Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
The Wyndham Grand is at 100 Coronado Drive, across the street from the sand and about 0.3 mile on foot from Pier 60. Its 343 rooms include Deluxe King Bunk rooms with a king bed and twin bunk beds and Gulf-front rooms with furnished balconies.
The pool deck looks across to the beach and pier, but the hotel says the pool will close for a deck renovation from early November 2026 to early January 2027. Ocean Hai serves Asian-fusion seafood at breakfast, lunch and dinner, Dock’s Pool Bar & Grille handles casual meals, and the Pallavi Luxury Spa is on site.
- Why stay: A big resort right by Pier 60, with bunk-bed rooms and beach chairs included.
- Getting there: About 20 miles from Tampa International Airport, roughly 35 minutes without traffic.
- Good to know: At the time of writing, the $35 nightly resort fee includes two beach chairs and an umbrella, Wi-Fi, the 24-hour fitness center and free breakfast for kids 5 and under with each paying adult. Parking is valet only at $42 plus tax a day, and vehicles over 6 feet 11 inches pay extra in an overflow lot. Only service animals are allowed, and you must be 21 to check in.
Best for: Families who want to walk to Pier 60 and like the bunk-bed rooms.
4. Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
The Hilton sits on 10 acres of beachfront at 400 Mandalay Avenue, a few minutes’ walk from Pier 60. It’s a big resort with 418 rooms, an outdoor pool, private cabanas, four covered beachside decks and a tiki bar on the sand. The spa offers massages, facials and body treatments.
Breakfast is a paid buffet. The resort charge adds morning yoga, bike rentals, an hour of non-motorized water sports and kids’ crafts. Cribs and a kids’ menu are available, but there’s no childcare.
- Why stay: A classic full-service resort directly on the sand, steps from the Pier 60 action.
- Getting there: About 20 miles from Tampa International Airport, roughly 35 minutes without traffic, with no hotel shuttle.
- Good to know: At last check (July 2026), Hilton listed a daily resort charge covering Wi-Fi, bikes, yoga, beach activities and two bottled waters a day, but not its amount, so check the total when you book. Parking is valet only at $40 a night, with in-and-out privileges and EV charging. Pets aren’t allowed.
Best for: Families and groups who want beach activities and a lively setting by Pier 60.
5. Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites
The coral-colored Hyatt Regency is at 301 South Gulfview Boulevard, on Beach Walk with the sand just across the promenade, about 0.4 mile from Pier 60 on foot. You may still see its older “Resort and Spa” name. Rooms are oversized with balconies, and many suites have full kitchens, including two-bedroom oceanfront suites and rooftop-terrace suites.
The heated pool and a kids’ pool are on the 8th floor, open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., with private cabanas to rent. SHOR American Seafood Grill is the main restaurant, Tropico Rooftop Cantina adds a rooftop bar, and Sandava Spa is on site.
- Why stay: Suite space and full kitchens in the middle of Beach Walk.
- Getting there: Tampa International Airport is about 20 miles by road (Hyatt says 21), roughly 35 minutes without traffic, and Hyatt lists the Jolley Trolley among nearby transit.
- Good to know: At last check (March 2026), the resort fee was $35 a night (subject to change). Self-parking was $36 a night and overnight valet $40, both with in-and-out privileges. Pets aren’t allowed.
Best for: Families and longer stays that need a kitchen and separate living space.
See prices and availability at Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites
6. Clearwater Beach Sheraton Resort on Sand Key
Across Clearwater Pass on Sand Key, the Sheraton at 1160 Gulf Boulevard is a calmer alternative to the Pier 60 crowds, on a wide beach next to Sand Key Park. Rooms and suites have a private balcony or patio.
The heated beachfront pool, open 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., has a whirlpool and a separate children’s pool. Rusty’s Bistro focuses on Florida seafood, Mainstay Tavern is a gastropub, and Slo Joe’s Turtle Bar serves the pool deck. Bikes rent for $20.
- Why stay: A quieter beach and cheaper parking than most resorts near Pier 60.
- Getting there: Pier 60 is about 2.5 miles away, roughly 10 minutes by car. Tampa International Airport is about 22 miles away, with no hotel shuttle.
- Good to know: At last check (May 2026), Marriott listed on-site parking at $30 a day, and we saw no resort fee on its page, so confirm the total when you book. Pets aren’t allowed (service animals are welcome), and you must be 21 to check in.
Best for: Families and couples who prefer a calmer beach and don’t mind driving to Pier 60.
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7. Edge Hotel Clearwater Beach
The Edge is a 155-room boutique hotel on the Gulf at 505 South Gulfview Boulevard, about 0.8 mile south of Pier 60 on foot. It has two pools, including what it bills as Clearwater Beach’s only glass-wall pool, and Jimmy’s on the Edge, which the hotel calls the largest rooftop restaurant and bar on the beach.
Rooms have private balconies, a mini-fridge and a microwave, and two-room suites add a living area with a sofa bed. A poolside tiki bar and Taco Bus are on site, and Jimmy’s Fish House & Iguana Bar is next door at the sister Holiday Inn.
- Why stay: Breakfast, covered parking and Wi-Fi bundled into one fee, plus sunset views from the rooftop bar.
- Getting there: About 21 miles from Tampa International Airport, roughly 40 minutes without traffic.
- Good to know: At the time of writing, the amenity fee is $37 a night and covers continental breakfast, covered garage parking, Wi-Fi and two Splash Harbour Water Park tickets. Confirm the fee and pet rules before you book.
Best for: Couples and value-minded families who want breakfast and parking without separate charges.
8. Pier House 60 Clearwater Beach Marina Hotel
Pier House 60 is at 101 Coronado Drive, on the Clearwater Marina and across the street from the beach, about 0.3 mile from Pier 60 on foot. Water-view rooms with one king or two queens have partial views of the Gulf, the beach and Pier 60, and Intracoastal rooms with a balcony look over the marina.
Jimmy’s Crow’s Nest, the rooftop bar, is the draw at sunset, and the heated pool overlooks the marina.
- Why stay: A short walk to Pier 60, rooftop sunsets, and breakfast and parking in one fee.
- Getting there: About 20 miles from Tampa International Airport, roughly 35 minutes without traffic.
- Good to know: The $37 nightly amenity fee was still listed in October 2026. At last check of its full list (May 2026), it covered continental breakfast, covered garage parking, Wi-Fi, a free sunset shot at the rooftop bar and two Splash Harbour Water Park tickets.
Best for: Couples and budget-minded families who want to be in the middle of the action.
See prices and availability at Pier House 60 Clearwater Beach Marina Hotel
9. Hampton Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach
The Hampton Inn & Suites is at 635 South Gulfview Boulevard, near the southern end of the beach and about a mile from Pier 60 on foot. It’s a straightforward value pick, with a free hot breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, a beachfront pool and hot tub and coin laundry.
Evy’s Terrace Bar & Bistro, on the 6th-floor open terrace, serves drinks and light bites with views over Clearwater Pass and the Gulf.
- Why stay: Free hot breakfast and some of the lowest extras on the beach.
- Getting there: About 21 miles from Tampa International Airport, with no airport shuttle.
- Good to know: At last check (May 2026), self-parking in the covered garage was $25 a day, with no valet, and Hilton’s page listed no resort charge. Up to two dogs or cats of 75 pounds or less are allowed for $75 for 1 to 4 nights or $125 for 5 or more nights.
Best for: Families and value seekers who want breakfast included and a pet-friendly room.
How to choose a Clearwater Beach hotel
Pier 60, the south end or Sand Key
Stay near Pier 60 (Wyndham Grand, Hilton, Pier House 60 or Hyatt) to walk to the nightly sunset celebration, the marina and restaurants. The south end of Beach Walk (Opal Sands, Edge, Hampton and JW Marriott) is calmer but still walkable, about 10 to 20 minutes on foot from the pier. Sand Key, across Clearwater Pass, is quieter, so plan to drive or take the trolley to the pier.
Add up the real nightly cost
At our last checks, the resort fee plus parking added about $88 a night before tax at the JW Marriott ($40 + $48), $77 at the Wyndham Grand ($35 + $42) and $71 to $75 at the Hyatt ($35 plus $36 self-parking or $40 valet). The Edge and Pier House 60 charge one $37 fee that includes breakfast and parking, the Hampton charges $25 to park, and the Sheraton listed $30. Pinellas County also adds a 6% tourist development tax on hotel stays, on top of sales tax.
Getting there from Orlando and the airports
| From | Road distance | Drive time* |
|---|---|---|
| Disney Springs | About 94 miles | About 2 hours |
| Universal Orlando | About 101 miles | About 2 hr 10 min |
| Orlando International (MCO) | About 108 miles | About 2 hr 20 min |
| Tampa International (TPA) | About 20 miles | About 35 min |
| St. Pete–Clearwater (PIE) | About 12 miles | About 25 min |
*To the Pier 60 lot, rounded and without traffic, checked in October 2026. Allow extra time around Tampa.
From Orlando, the fastest route takes I-4 west to Tampa, then I-275 and State Road 60 across Old Tampa Bay and the Memorial Causeway. From Disney Springs or Universal it used no toll roads in our check, but from Orlando International the fastest route starts on the SR 417 toll road; see our guide to Orlando toll roads and the Visitor Toll Pass.
Getting around without your car
PSTA’s Jolley Trolley runs daily from Clearwater Beach up the coast through Dunedin to Tarpon Springs, and its Suncoast Beach Trolley runs every 30 minutes down Gulf Boulevard for $2.25 a ride (exact fare). For a day visit, city beach lots cost $3.50 an hour at the time of writing (street meters $4); the Pier 60 lot has 141 spaces and is open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Pier 60 and the beach rules
The City of Clearwater’s own pages disagree on Pier 60. At the time of writing, its beach-rules page says the pier is open only up to the fishing pier after recent hurricanes, with the bait house and fishing pier closed until further notice, while its Pier 60 Park page lists bait, tackle and fishing passes, and local news reported the fishing section reopened in September 2025. The city gives park hours as 6 or 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Lifeguards work daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., staffed by season and weather. Alcohol, tents and animals other than service animals aren’t allowed on the public beach.
Hurricane season
Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. If you travel in late summer or fall, choose a flexible rate, confirm that your hotel and Pier 60 are fully open, and read our guide to Orlando hurricane season and park storm policies.
Other Florida beaches to compare
The Atlantic beaches are closer to Orlando: see our picks for the best hotels in Cocoa Beach and the best hotels in Daytona Beach, or compare drive times and parking in our guide to beaches near Orlando. For the park part of your trip, start with where to stay in Orlando.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Clearwater Beach from Orlando?
Pier 60 is about 94 miles by road from Disney Springs and about 101 miles from Universal Orlando, roughly 2 hours to 2 hours 10 minutes without traffic. The route uses I-4, I-275 and State Road 60. Orlando International Airport is about 108 miles away. Tampa traffic can add a lot of time, so staying two nights or more beats a day trip.
Which Clearwater Beach hotels are closest to Pier 60?
Pier House 60, the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach and the Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa are all within about 0.3 mile of the pier on foot, and the Hyatt Regency is about 0.4 mile away. Opal Sands is roughly a 10- to 15-minute walk. The Edge, the Hampton Inn & Suites and the JW Marriott are 0.8 to 0.9 mile south, and the Sheraton on Sand Key is about 2.5 miles by road.
Which Clearwater Beach hotels include free breakfast?
In this guide, the Hampton Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach includes a free hot breakfast buffet. The Edge Hotel and Pier House 60 include a continental breakfast in their $37 nightly amenity fee, which also covers parking. At the Wyndham Grand, the resort fee covers breakfast for kids 5 and under with each paying adult. At the Hilton, the breakfast buffet costs extra.
Should I fly into Tampa or Orlando for Clearwater Beach?
If you’re only visiting Clearwater, Tampa International is much closer: about 20 miles, or roughly 35 minutes without traffic, versus about 108 miles from Orlando International. St. Pete–Clearwater International is even closer, at about 12 miles. If you’re combining the beach with Disney or Universal, flying into Orlando and home from Tampa can save a long drive back, but check one-way car rental fees first.
Are dogs allowed at Clearwater Beach hotels?
Some hotels welcome dogs. At our last checks, Opal Sands charged $100 per dog per night (two maximum), the JW Marriott $150 per stay for dogs up to 40 pounds, and the Hampton Inn & Suites $75 to $125 per stay for up to two pets. The Hilton, Hyatt, Sheraton and Wyndham Grand don’t allow pets. The City of Clearwater doesn’t allow animals, except service animals, on its public bathing beaches.
Bottom line
The best hotels in Clearwater Beach come down to location and what’s included. Choose the JW Marriott or Opal Sands for luxury, the Wyndham Grand, Hilton or Pier House 60 to walk to Pier 60, the Hyatt for kitchen suites, the Sheraton for a quieter beach, and the Edge or Hampton to keep extras down. Confirm fees and parking for your dates. Check rates at Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach or compare the other picks above.
Sources checked in October 2026: City of Clearwater Beach Parking, City of Clearwater Beach Rules and Information, City of Clearwater Pier 60 Park, PSTA Trolley Services, Pinellas County Tourist Development Tax.