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
- Aqualea Spa — full-service, couples massage, facials, beachside treatments
- 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.Back to All Hotels