Sheraton Sand Key Resort

Clearwater, Tampa and Clearwater/St Pete

Star rating

Rusty's Bistro
Poolside Room
Poolside Cafe
Mainstay Tavern
Mainstay Tavern
Traditional Queen Room
Traditional King Room
Large Studio-Room
Studio Suite
Rusty's Bistro
Poolside Room
Poolside Cafe
Mainstay Tavern
Mainstay Tavern
Traditional Queen Room
Traditional King Room
Large Studio-Room
Studio Suite

The hotel

Ready to feel sand between your toes and sea salt in your hair? The Sheraton Sand Key puts you right on the shores of one of America’s best beaches, so you can be in those free-flowing waves in seconds. Take a dip in the pool overlooking the beach, and bubble away in the whirlpool. It's a great family friendly option, as kids will love having their own pool, and you can even grab some on-the-go grub, perfect for chilled-out family days. Complimentary transportation on the Jolly Trolley means you can connect to all that Clearwater Beach has to offer - water sports, playgrounds, shops and restaurants, but if you want to venture further afield it's just a short drive to Tampa.

Amenities

  • Wheelchair access
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • No Smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

On Florida's Gulf Coast, Sand Key is known as one of the USA's best beaches. Steps from nature trails and surf-ready beaches. A 10-minute drive to Clearwater, and 7 minutes to Pier 60. Distance from Tampa International Airport: 23 miles. 

Hotel information

383 rooms and suites on 9 floors in 1 building with 4 lifts. All with air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, WiFi access*, complimentary bottled water, mini-fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, iron and ironing board, and hairdryer. 

Standard Rooms are 336 sq ft and have 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people (5th person may be accommodated on a rollaway bed*).

Resort View Balcony Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Pool View Rooms feature a balcony, and 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Partial Gulf View Rooms are on higher floors with views of the grounds and gulf in the distance from the balcony, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people. 

Gulf View Rooms feature unobstructed ocean views from the balcony, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people (5th person may be accommodation on a rollaway bed*). 

  • Booking Bonus: Receive complimentary car parking for 1 vehicle per room, a saving of $25 per day! Virgin guests also receive; free "Virgin Sunset" drink at Slo Joe`s for two per stay, welcome cocktail at `Mainstay`, 10% discount on Cabana rental, free expresso after dinner in "Rusty`s Bar" This is for all travel dates until 5 Jan'26. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable Blackout dates apply. Terms and conditions apply. 

Self-parking $25 plus tax per night (payable locally, fee subject to change)—complimentary transportation for up to 4 people on the 'Jolly Trolley' coastal shuttle service (subject to change).

Rusty's Bistro (local cuisine, open for breakfast and dinner). Mainstay Tavern (sports bar, open for lunch, dinner and late night drinks). Slo Joe's Poolside Turtle Bar (open for lunch and dinner). Beachside Bites (grab-and-go food, open for lunch). Room service*.

Outdoor swimming pool, and children's pool. Private beach. Whirlpool. Fitness centre. Pool table.

Complimentary WiFi in lobby and public areas. Convenience store. Concierge. Valet/dry cleaning service*.

For arrivals from 1 Jan '26 onwards, a reduced resort fee of $12 plus tax per room, per night, will be applicable (payable locally, fee subject to change).

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. To discover all the special assistance services we offer please see additional information below.

* Denotes local charge.

Special assistance

Please note: Rollaway beds are charged for locally, at $10 plus tax per room per night, and the charge is payable to the hotel. 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing family shoot experience

Sep 3, 2025 Shweta K Mumbai, India

Hi , I was at Tampa with my family and requested a family photo shoot . I had an amazing experience with photographer and was impressed by his patience. We decided a playful mood for the shoot and he suggested many poses . Overall a great experience !!! And thanks for shoot !!!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great place for a work celebration weekend

Sep 1, 2025 P M

Easy to find, great parking, solid bell help(thanks Don), good service at restaurant. Nice room amenities: safe, toiletries, microwave, fridge, coffee maker. Nice outdoor space and facilities and shuttle to beach. Only suggestions would be to change beach shuttle route to prevent driving thru activity space outside, when rented out for guests
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best bartender!

Sep 1, 2025 erica m Columbus, Ohio

If you go to the bar, ask for Adrian! Awesome guy, great service, he definitely helped make our trip even more enjoyable!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fine for our stay

Aug 24, 2025 FayCharlstonUk UK

Stayed at this hotel for the week. Nice hotel, felt that this is more of a business hotel as conferences were happening daily. Pool area was ok, no running water in the ladies toilets nor did we see the pool being cleaned at all, debris and some kind of scum/lotion build up in the water. Food was nice from the poolside snack bar/van reasonably… Read more
Stayed at this hotel for the week. Nice hotel, felt that this is more of a business hotel as conferences were happening daily. Pool area was ok, no running water in the ladies toilets nor did we see the pool being cleaned at all, debris and some kind of scum/lotion build up in the water. Food was nice from the poolside snack bar/van reasonably priced. The hotel is a short drive from the main beach area in Clearwater that being said there is a free bus called the ‘Jolley Trolley’ for Sheraton guests. I wouldn’t come back to this hotel, would like to sample different ones closer to the main beach. Read less
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Aug 21, 2025 Nicola F

Had a lovely meal at the Mainstay Tavern with my family. Ryan our waitor gave us a really warm welcome and made us feel so comfortable. He gave great recommendations on the beer and food and couldn't have been more helpful!