Opal Sands Resort

Clearwater, Clearwater and St Pete

Premium Gulf Front Room
Premium Gulf Front Room
Sea-Guini
Premium King Suite
SandBar
Premium King Suite
Premium King Suite
Reflections Pool Bar
Sea-Guini
Opal Spa
Premium Gulf Front Room
Premium Gulf Front Room
Sea-Guini
Premium King Suite
SandBar
Premium King Suite
Premium King Suite
Reflections Pool Bar
Sea-Guini
Opal Spa

The hotel

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

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Room Service
  • Valet parking
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Paddle Boards
  • Laundry Service
  • Internet Access
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

On the beachfront, a short stroll to shopping, dining, and nightlife of Clearwater Promenade, and half a mile from Pier 60. Driving time from Orlando International Airport: 2 hours 5 minutes.

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. Premium Gulf Front Rooms are 360 sq ft and have an under-counter fridge, coffee station, and 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, plus sofa-bed, sleeping maximum 5 adults or 2 adults and 4 children.

Premium King Suites are 700-900 sq ft and have a separate living room, panoramic views of Clearwater Beach, a coffee station, electric cooking range, dishwasher, microwave, wet bar, dining area, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Clearwater's 'Jolley Trolley' goes around all of the hotels in Clearwater, and passes can be bought at the hotel. Valet parking $25 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 $29 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 - 2 bicycles per day - 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.

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful dinner at Sea Guini at Opal Sands Clearwater

Jul 30, 2021 Rupert2932 Washington DC, District of Columbia

My husband and I have eaten here several times over the last few years as our family has a house nearby in Indian Rocks Beach. We had a wonderful dinner here again tonight. Special shout-out to our server Christine S! She was so professional, efficient yet friendly. I personally was a waitress for many years through high school and college so… Read more
My husband and I have eaten here several times over the last few years as our family has a house nearby in Indian Rocks Beach. We had a wonderful dinner here again tonight. Special shout-out to our server Christine S! She was so professional, efficient yet friendly. I personally was a waitress for many years through high school and college so really appreciate it when someone is going the extra mile and taking care of everyone. She and her team were fantastic and memorable. The food is always special with homemade pastas, fresh fish and the atmosphere and decor of the restaurant are really special. Try to eat here during sunset for amazing views. Highly recommend for a special night out in Clearwater. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful Resort!!!

Jul 28, 2021 tsmallchange Columbia, South Carolina

Just completed our stay at Opal Sands! This resorts is absolutely beautiful, we enjoyed our stay. Great Customer Service, Extremely clean rooms and comfortable beds. Celebrated our 23rd wedding anniversary here and enjoyed every day of our stay. Beautiful room on the 12th floor overlooking pool/Ocean -the view was spectacuar! Look forward to… Read more
Just completed our stay at Opal Sands! This resorts is absolutely beautiful, we enjoyed our stay. Great Customer Service, Extremely clean rooms and comfortable beds. Celebrated our 23rd wedding anniversary here and enjoyed every day of our stay. Beautiful room on the 12th floor overlooking pool/Ocean -the view was spectacuar! Look forward to visiting again. We also enjoyed the dining at this resort, great food and service as well. Enjoyed the level of service from everyone! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this resort. Sharing info with family, friends and Co-workers. Thank you for all the great reviews, I appreciate photos but when you see reviews that is consistent that is a sign. Thank you Opal Sands, keep doing what you are doing Love Everything about this resort! Read less
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Jul 21, 2021 ldpeez

This hotel is beautiful and the location is perfect to enjoy sunsets. Our Premier King Gulf Front room was a nice size for the two of us. Staff was helpful and friendly. The restaurant was struggling a little in the service area. We are not sure if it is due to trying to restaff from COVID. The breakfast buffet was the way to go for variety and… Read more
This hotel is beautiful and the location is perfect to enjoy sunsets. Our Premier King Gulf Front room was a nice size for the two of us. Staff was helpful and friendly. The restaurant was struggling a little in the service area. We are not sure if it is due to trying to restaff from COVID. The breakfast buffet was the way to go for variety and price. The pool serving staff was awesome, friendly and efficient. The Sandbar after dinner was a great spot to relax, have fun and watch the sunset. Matt keeps the Sandbar alive. Two things not terrible but not at the top of our list are the pool is too small for the number of accommodations at this hotel and though you have easy access to the beach, it is the public beach. Now maybe we are comparing it to our stay at Opal's sister hotel Sand Pearl in Sept of 2020 where the pool is amazing and a section of the beach is strictly for Sand Pearl guest. Both of these hotels can be a little pricey but you get what you pay for. We like a little more upscale but not over the top elaborate.. We felt both of these hotels fell into this catagory. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very special place to feel immersed in water and sun!

Jul 19, 2021 KOLret Arlington, Virginia

We were there on a crowded Memorial Day weekend & masked staff were pleasant & unfailingly polite. We ate outside the Sea-guini with marvelous food, enjoyed good food & drinks at the Sandbar & ok food at the Pool Bar. We had the best day lounging gulfside by the pool, watching the manatees below and being waited on by smiling staff. The beach… Read more
We were there on a crowded Memorial Day weekend & masked staff were pleasant & unfailingly polite. We ate outside the Sea-guini with marvelous food, enjoyed good food & drinks at the Sandbar & ok food at the Pool Bar. We had the best day lounging gulfside by the pool, watching the manatees below and being waited on by smiling staff. The beach was a sea of humanity but fun, and quieter & lovely early & late in the day. We had a previous stay there pre-Covid and the quality has stayed high. Gorgeous room! Read less
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Jul 19, 2021 Karla M Murfreesboro, Tennessee

The hotel and its amenities were fine. The staff was fantastic, extremely helpful and courteous. However, the beach is TERRIBLE. It’s a public access point so extremely overcrowded. If I am at a resort, I want private beach access. In addition, my kids were bored quickly with the ocean. It’s like a lake. We have traveled to panhandle and east… Read more
The hotel and its amenities were fine. The staff was fantastic, extremely helpful and courteous. However, the beach is TERRIBLE. It’s a public access point so extremely overcrowded. If I am at a resort, I want private beach access. In addition, my kids were bored quickly with the ocean. It’s like a lake. We have traveled to panhandle and east coach beaches and both had different amounts of waves, but still waves. This is like a lake with a ripple. Again, the hotel is lovely but if a beach vacation is what your family is wanting, this is not the place. Read less