Location & Beach Access

Sandpearl is at 500 Mandalay Ave, on the northern end of Clearwater Beach's main public beach. Direct access to the sand — walk out the lobby, across the pool deck, onto the beach. It's about 0.3 miles (5-min walk) north of Pier 60 along the shore.

Parking

  • Valet parking: ~$40–$50/day, available 24/7
  • Self-parking: on-site garage, ~$25–$35/day
  • EV charging: valet-operated Blink station (5 kW)
  • Both valet and self rates are below the typical beachfront resort rate in the area

Rooms

  • 253 rooms and suites
  • Gulf-view and partial Gulf-view options — ask for full Gulf front
  • Suites with separate living areas available
  • Furnished balconies in most rooms
  • Honor-bar minibars

Amenities

  • The Spa at Sandpearl — full-service spa with couples treatments, facials, and beachside services
  • Heated Gulf-front pool + separate adult-only pool
  • Caretta on the Gulf — arguably the best restaurant on Clearwater Beach (fine dining)
  • Tate Island Grill — casual poolside dining
  • Lobby Bar and Whiskey Bar
  • Fitness center (24-hour)
  • Business center, event space
  • Complimentary beach chairs, towels, umbrellas

Who It's Best For

  • Couples — romantic getaways, honeymoons, anniversaries (our top couples pick)
  • Special-occasion trips — proposals, birthdays
  • Business/leisure mix — full-service amenities
  • Families seeking quieter luxury — less kid-focused than other resorts but kid-friendly

Dining On Site

  • Caretta on the Gulf — signature fine dining, Gulf-front, best anniversary dinner on the beach
  • Tate Island Grill — casual pool/beach dining
  • Lobby Bar — cocktails, light bites
  • In-room dining — 24-hour options

Nearby Dining

  • Frenchy's Rockaway Grill — 5-min walk south
  • Palm Pavilion Beachside Grill — 3-min walk north
  • Bob Heilman's Beachcomber — 5-min drive

Pet Policy

Sandpearl accepts up to 2 dogs (max 50 lbs each) with a $150 non-refundable pet fee per stay. Welcome treats and a pet bed provided. See our pet-friendly hotels guide.

What We'd Change

  • Valet parking fees add up for long stays
  • The beach-access hallway gets crowded between 10 AM and noon
  • Spa appointments need to be booked 2+ weeks ahead in peak season
If you're picking one hotel at Clearwater Beach for a special-occasion trip, this is the answer. The combination of AAA Four Diamond service, Gulf-front location, a genuinely great spa, and Caretta on the Gulf dining makes it the complete package.
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