Chic and luxury at every twist and turn, Opal Sands welcomes you with laid-back beach vibes and cool art adorning the walls. Take a dip in the zero-entry pool, complete with stunning views over the beach and private cabanas you can rent for the day. You won’t want to miss the beach’s white sands, and what could be better than sitting, cocktail in hand, with your feet in the soft powder. Taste some local seafood in the restaurant, or you could have a night in with room service. But don’t just spend your days on-land, have a go at some water sports and have fun in the sun (and sea).
Amenities
Bicycle Rental
Kayaking
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Hot tub
Internet Access
Laundry Service
Restaurant
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Swimming Pool
Where is it
On the beachfront, a short stroll to shopping, dining, and nightlife of Clearwater Promenade, and half a mile from Pier 60. Distance from Tampa International Airport: 21.5 miles.
Hotel information
230 rooms and suites. All with Gulf of Mexico views, private balcony, floor-to-ceiling windows, air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, mini-fridge, coffee maker, safe and hairdryer.
Spacious Gulf Front Rooms (previously named Premium Gulf Front) are 360 sq ft with large balconies that boast views of the Gulf, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, plus sofa-bed, sleeping maximum 4 people.
One Bedroom Gulf Front King Suites offer views of the beachfront and the Gulf of Mexico, and feature a separate living room with queen-size sofa bed, dining table for four, kitchenette, bathroom with separate shower and tub, and master bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people.
2025 Free Nights: Stay for 5 nights, pay for 4 for stays completed between 1 Jan–15 Feb '25 and 11 Aug–15 Dec '25. Terms & conditions
apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers
may not be combinable. Black out dates may apply.
2025 Booking Bonus: Stay 5 nights or more and complimentary Valet parking when staying between 1 Jan–15 Feb '25 and 11 Aug-15 Dec '25. Terms & conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Black out dates may apply.
Resort Credit Booking Bonus: Book
by 7 Oct '25 to receive a $40 Resort Credit per room, per day for travel between
24 Aug - 25 Dec '25, 1 Jan - 12 Feb '26 and 12 Apr - 25 Dec '26 when staying a
minimum of 7 nights. Terms & conditions apply. Any applicable offers have
been calculated into the prices shown. Offer is combinable with 5th Night Free.
Black out dates may apply.
Clearwater's 'Jolley Trolley' goes around all of the hotels in Clearwater, show your hotel room key and ride for free. Valet parking $40 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).
Sea-Guini (Italian and seafood dishes, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Sea-Guini Lounge (casual dining and cocktails, open for lunch and dinner). SandBar (beachfront tiki bar, open for lunch and dinner). Reflections Pool Bar (light menu and handcrafted cocktails, open for lunch). Room service*.
Live music on select evenings at Sandbar.
Zero-entry swimming pool overlooking the Gulf. Beach and poolside cabanas*. Hot tub. Opal Spa* (full-service spa and beauty salon). Fitness centre. Bicycle rental. Water sports on the beach*.
Complimentary WiFi. Concierge. Laundry and dry cleaning services*.
This hotel has a resort fee of $35 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change).
Resort fee includes use of the following amenities - Unlimited local and toll-free calls - In-room bottled water (2) - WiFi - In-room coffee - Guest pantry on every floor featuring fresh fruit and freshly baked cookies daily - Pool towel service at the resort pool - Fitness centre - Weekday daily newspaper - Daily turndown service - Guest computer and boarding pass kiosk - Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change. Please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.
* Denotes local charge.
Please note: There is currently a new hotel being built across the street from Opal Sands. The project is anticipated to be finished towards the end of 2024, and work will take place between the hours of 7.00am-4.00pm Monday to Friday. There may be some minor disruption, but no significant noise should be heard. All of the Premium King and Queen rooms face the Gulf of Mexico and do not look over the construction site.
Please note: An additional rollaway bed is charged at $25 per night plus tax, payable locally.
Based on 1606 reviews
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Stunning location and beautiful hotel resort
Sep 8, 2025racy975South East England
It is hard to imagine that there’s a better, more well equipped and stunningly located hotel in the Clearwater area. We had a great stay at Opal Sands, top floor room with our family of four comfortably accommodated, a lovely pool area which although busy was never crowded, access to the gorgeous beach was unbearable, literally steps from the…
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It is hard to imagine that there’s a better, more well equipped and stunningly located hotel in the Clearwater area. We had a great stay at Opal Sands, top floor room with our family of four comfortably accommodated, a lovely pool area which although busy was never crowded, access to the gorgeous beach was unbearable, literally steps from the hotel. I could go on. We would definitely go back. Not cheap - but we got what we paid for and the location of the hotel in the Clearwater area and its proximity to all the main amenities meant we didn’t need a car for our relaxing beach stay!
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Very nice Clearwater Beach hotel
Sep 7, 2025Wayne S
The Opal Sands Resort is a very nice hotel on Clearwater Beach. The entire staff from check in, valet (especially Matthew and Joel), the spa, and the restaurant provide excellent customer service. Great restaurants at both the Opal Sands and the Opal Sol. The Tiki bar by the beach has good drinks and sandwiches. The beach service has nice…
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The Opal Sands Resort is a very nice hotel on Clearwater Beach. The entire staff from check in, valet (especially Matthew and Joel), the spa, and the restaurant provide excellent customer service. Great restaurants at both the Opal Sands and the Opal Sol. The Tiki bar by the beach has good drinks and sandwiches. The beach service has nice options and you can set up your own chairs and umbrella by the water. The beach is very clean and the entire area is very picturesque
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Family vacation
Sep 6, 2025Celia C
Out photographer was amazing she was very professional and creative, very patient and just amazing overall! We would definitely love to use this company again
Almost a 5
Sep 5, 2025Pijj1
Upon arrival our bags were taken to our room by Matty who was extremely helpful explaining how the room has great sunset views, the location of the pantry with water, ice and fresh cookies and letting the children know about ice cream o'clock around the pool each day.
Valet parking was quick and efficient.
The room was clean and nicely decorated,…
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Upon arrival our bags were taken to our room by Matty who was extremely helpful explaining how the room has great sunset views, the location of the pantry with water, ice and fresh cookies and letting the children know about ice cream o'clock around the pool each day.
Valet parking was quick and efficient.
The room was clean and nicely decorated, the wardrobe is quite small for 4 people sharing. The beds were comfortable and the gowns a nice touch.
The view from the balcony and the loungers around the pool meant we saw dolphins and manatees. The room accommodates 4 but there are only 2 chairs on the balcony.
Access to the beach is direct from the hotel and it's only a short walk to local shops and restaurants.
It would have been a 5 star review had the hotel handled a complaint about someone smoking weed from a nearby room better, I was expected to know which room the smell was coming from and whilst an offer was made on 2 occasions to send a text to guests reminding them of the no smoking policy. I saw no evidence that this happened and it spoilt our enjoyment of the balcony and room for us and our children. I requested a room change which the hotel refused.
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Couple Photoshoot
Aug 30, 2025Gabriella C
Photographer was wonderful! He recreated every image we wanted to do. He was very patient with us as well! The pictures turned out absolutely fantastic it was super hard to only pick a couple out them. Definitely recommend for everyone to do this!
Stunning location and beautiful hotel resort
