Location & Beach Access
1160 Gulf Blvd, just south of Clearwater Beach on Sand Key. The hotel sits directly on Sand Key Park's beach — which is wider, less crowded, and (many locals argue) nicer than the main Clearwater Beach shore.
Sand Key is about a 5-minute drive north to Pier 60 and Clearwater Beach's main attractions. If you want the quieter beach base with quick access to the action, Sheraton Sand Key is the pick.
Parking
- Self-parking: $5/hour, $30/day or $210/week (per Marriott's hotel page)
- Resort fee: $25/night, shown as included in Marriott's posted room rates
- Less expensive than Clearwater Beach proper
Rooms
- 390 rooms across two towers
- Gulf-front, partial Gulf-view, resort-view
- Family-sized layouts available
- Private balconies in most rooms
- Renovated in recent years
Amenities
- Multiple pools — main pool + kids' pool. Not staying here? See the Sheraton's Family Beach Pass for non-guests in our resort day pass guide.
- Tennis courts — free for guests, lighted for evening play
- Fitness center
- Rusty's Bistro — Caribbean-inspired fine dining (Florida Trend Golden Spoon winner) and Mainstay Tavern — casual American fare with live music
- Beach access to Sand Key Park's quieter shoreline
- Beach chair/umbrella rentals
- Event space for weddings + groups
Who It's Best For
- Families with older kids — teens can use tennis, adults have the quieter beach
- Repeat Clearwater Beach visitors who want a different experience
- Couples wanting quieter vibes with easy access to the main beach when desired
Sand Key Beach vs Clearwater Beach
Same sugar-white sand and clear Gulf water — but Sand Key has:
- Wider beach (more space for chairs and umbrellas)
- Noticeably fewer crowds
- Lifeguards only in season (Pinellas County lists them as seasonal; Clearwater Beach proper is guarded year-round)
- Better shelling (less foot traffic)
- $6/day parking if visiting Sand Key Park itself (Pinellas County moves to $3.50/hour, capped at $12/day, on Dec 1, 2026)
Still deciding which side of the pass to base yourself on? Our Sand Key vs Clearwater Beach comparison covers walkability, restaurants and hotels on each side.
Nearby
- Sand Key Park — walk out the back of the hotel
- Columbia Restaurant (historic Spanish) — across the street
- Clearwater Beach Marina — 5-min drive north
- Pier 60 — 5-min drive north
If you've done Clearwater Beach before and the main beach felt too crowded, book Sand Key Sheraton. Same coastline, much quieter experience. You're 5 minutes from Pier 60 when you want the action.Back to All Hotels