Shephard's Beach Resort
Shephard's Beach Resort provides an array of room options that range from studios with a queen-sized bed to poolside suites with a large refrigerator, sleeper sofa and separate living area. Guests can take a dip in the heated pool even during the chillier winter months or sooth those tired muscles in the Jacuzzi. The Margarita Grill offers outdoor eating and the chance to tip back some drinks. After some time at the course, golfers can unwind in either the Sunset Lounge or the hipper and louder Wave night club. Guests should bring along the laptop because free wireless Internet service is available throughout the hotel. This resort is also close to area attractions. The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is five minutes away and during spring guests are just 10 minutes from watching the Philadelphia Phillies train for the upcoming season. The five golf courses at Disney World are just an hour and a half away.
Shephard's Beach Resort
601-619 South Gulfview Blvd.
Clearwater, Florida 33767
(866) 939-3709
Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key
Those looking for a family-friendly hotel on Clearwater Beach should consider the Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key. Water activities that can be enjoyed by the entire family range from swimming to jet skiing to scuba diving for those who are certified. If guests want to experience the brilliant beauty of what lies beneath Clearwater's family and are not certified, a visit here is the perfect opportunity to learn how to snorkel. This Clearwater resort hotel also features Lisa's Klubhouse which plans supervised activities for kids ages five to 12 that includes water bingo and a treasure hunt. The whole family can also enjoy dive-in movies from the pool. The fitness center includes treadmills, universal weight machines, free weights and Stairmasters. Just seven miles from the hotel are the golf course, practice facilities and instructors at the Bardmoor Golf Club.
Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key
1201 Gulf Blvd.
Clearwater Beach, Florida 33767
(727) 596-1100
Camelot Resort
Camelot Resort is a North Beach Clearwater accommodation where guests can get a tan on the rooftop deck. A short walk to the beach means a vacation where people can go biking, play tennis, hike through a nature walk or even go horseback riding. The pool features a big umbrella waterfall. Parents can even watch the kids on the nearby playground while you relax around the pool. The nine-hole Clearwater Executive Golf Course is just six miles away.
Camelot Resort
603 Mandalay Ave.
Clearwater Beach, Florida 33767
(800) 237-6586
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