Where to Base
Prioritize hotels along Beach Drive for direct Gulf views and immediate beach access. Downtown areas offer proximity to dining and nightlife, ideal for guests who prefer walking to amenities.
City hotel guide
Clearwater
Clearwater, located in Florida, USA, is renowned for its crystal-clear waters and expansive sandy beaches. It serves as an ideal destination for leisure travelers seeking a coastal retreat, offering a wide array of upscale resorts and beachfront accommodations. The city boasts a relaxed, vacation-oriented atmosphere, making it perfect for families and couples. Most lodging options are concentrated along the beachfront and downtown areas, providing easy access to sunbathing, water activities, dining, and entertainment venues. Travelers can enjoy a quintessential Gulf Coast experience with convenient amenities tailored to hotel guests.
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Getting Around
Access via St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport. Renting a car or using rideshares is recommended as public transit is limited. Beachfront areas are walkable for short distances.
Best Season
Spring through early summer offers pleasant weather and abundant sunshine, perfect for beach hotels. Winter provides warm escapes. Summer brings occasional thunderstorms but often features better hotel rates.
Nearby attractions
Raymond James Stadium
American football stadium in Tampa, Florida
Tropicana Field
stadium in St. Petersburg, Florida
Salvador Dalí Museum
art museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
Tampa Stadium
demolished stadium in Florida, USA
Sunshine Skyway Bridge
bridge crossing the mouth of Tampa Bay, Florida, United States
Honeymoon Island State Park
state park in Florida, United States
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Bolliger & Mabillard steel Dive Coaster roller coaster at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Busch Gardens Tampa
African-themed animal theme park in Tampa, Florida
Anclote Key Preserve State Park
State park in Florida, United States
Caladesi Island State Park
state park of a state of the United States
Al Lang Stadium
soccer and baseball stadium in St. Petersburg, Florida
Florida Holocaust Museum
non-profit organization in the USA
Dining
Rocca
Chef Bryce Bonsack blends his New York know-how with Italian training to great effect in this of-the-moment eatery. Naturally, there's an assortment of pastas, skillfully made in house and showcasing classic flavors and scrupulous technique, as in spaghetti al limone, tossed with knobs of blue crab and lemon, shaved garlic and zucchini. Guests gush over mozzarella hand pulled to order in a tableside cart, but the flavor outshines the show. Perhaps most exciting of all are the displays of originality and dessert is a delightful bookend to an impressive meal. In particular, the chocolate custard
WebsiteKōsen
This elegant restaurant takes a minimalist approach to its design, employing a dark color palette instead of the typical blonde wood, but all eyes should be on the omakase, which Chef Andrew Huang runs with skill and precision. Three thin slices of scallops in a bright and vibrant strawberry vinegar with scallions impresses, while tempura-fried kamasu, served with myoga and chilled, roasted sweet eggplant, is smart and spot on. After a handful of dishes from the kitchen, they progress into the nigiri. There’s plenty of showmanship and style, but the sushi leans traditional without a lot of fus
WebsiteEbbe
Chef Ebbe Vollmer's eponymous downtown dweller isn't your typical Tampa restaurant. Sleek and contemporary with a space dominated by a U-shaped marble bar, it's hyper-focused with just one tasting menu. Scandinavian elements make their way onto the dishes here, hinting at the chef's Swedish background, and the cooking is both clever and confident without superfluous fuss. Artful plating takes center stage in dishes like the beet roulade with a brown butter and black cherry sauce. Fermented white asparagus beurre monté and sautéed spinach make a beautiful base for tender turbot that comes alive
WebsiteKoya
There is a watchful eye over the experience at this intimate counter, where a multicourse contemporary tasting menu shares a singular interpretation of Japanese cuisine. The dishes are often unexpected yet always thoughtful. Spectacular seafood is a given: staple luxuries like bluefin tuna and uni are flown in weekly from Toyosu Market. Instead of the typical parade of nigiri, dishes offer unique combinations of Eastern and Western culinary sensibilities, as in the A5 olive wagyu with fried capers and aged parmesan or Spanish turbot set in a tomato and miso emulsion. An impressive list of prem
WebsiteRooster and the Till
It's a low-key spot with a contemporary feel. The bar is central and wraps around an open kitchen, so grab a seat at the counter for the best view. Between the lively tunes and buzzy staff, the aura is anything but stuffy. The plates follow suit—freewheeling, frequently changing and shareable with elements from SE Asia, Latin America and the Levant. Yet, nothing seems out of place, as in a green garbanzo croquette with Goan curry, avocado, melon and sikil p'ak. Fried cobia collar with nuoc cham boasts a cultish following. Such seductive textures and explosive flavors continue in full force in
WebsiteStreetlight Taco
This South Tampa taqueria certainly ups the style quotient on the typical taqueria. From the black-painted, exposed ductwork to the tables lacquered with Mexican comics to the open kitchen, this fast casual spot delivers on contemporary flair, and the food isn't pulling any punches, either. Heirloom corn is nixtamalized in house for a menu featuring tacos, tostadas, salsas, sides and more. Don't skip the Sunday snack tostada, an equal parts sweet-and-savory delight with two blue corn tostadas layered with cream cheese with lump crab, diced sweet mango and a mango habanero sauce. The sweet pota
WebsitePsomi
Owned and run by second-generation Greek American Chef Christina Theofilos, this daytime eatery and bakery epitomizes warmth and comfort. Strangers become friends in no time, noshing on breakfast and lunch during the week and brunch on weekends. The menu is laced with Greek items ranging from flavorful and tender octopus ceviche to house-made dolmades that display an added level of care. Their take on a French dip with feta-brined organic roasted chicken, kefalograviera cheese and skordalia aioli on a crusty baguette is a hearty and delicious meal. Of course, with a name that translates to bre
WebsiteGorkhali Kitchen
Take the short drive from downtown for a taste of Himalayan cuisine at Gorkhali Kitchen. The mirrored glass exterior means the interior is kept a secret until you're through the door but come inside to experience this place's warm hospitality.The menu is large with a Nepalese focus along with some Indian elements. Of course, there must be momo, those iconic Nepalese dumplings that are seared, pan-fried or even in jhol (soup). Chili momo filled with chicken is tossed in a fiery sauce that's not for the faint of heart. Sweet at the start, the heat builds and then finishes with a very spicy kick—
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