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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Clearwater Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Clearwater Beach

Clearwater Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Clearwater Beach has to offer.

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When to visit Clearwater Beach

Clearwater Beach in November
Estimated package price
$120
2 travelers
Flight to Clearwater Beach
3 nights at hotel
Clearwater Beach in November
Estimated package price
$120
2 travelers
Flight to Clearwater Beach
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Clearwater Beach

Plane

When flying to Clearwater Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 16 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Clearwater Beach departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Clearwater Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 155 km from Clearwater Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Advantage, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

When flying to Clearwater Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 16 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Clearwater Beach departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Clearwater Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 155 km from Clearwater Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Advantage, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Clearwater Beach

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Clearwater Beach

Lufthansa
Good (8,221 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,209 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,061 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,477 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,549 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,173 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,981 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,201 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,593 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,473 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,596 reviews)
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Where to stay in Clearwater Beach

Average rates range from around $250 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $569 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach and Devon Shores.

Where to stay in popular areas of Clearwater Beach

Most booked hotels in Clearwater Beach

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Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2192 reviews)
$250+
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Belleair Beach Resort Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 2195 reviews)
$126+
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Pier House 60 Clearwater Beach Marina Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3061 reviews)
$142+
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Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1990 reviews)
$250+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Clearwater Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 3463 reviews)
$96+
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Comfort Suites Clearwater - Dunedin
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 868 reviews)
$101+
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Renting a car in Clearwater Beach

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $22 per day, on average, or $67 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 34% cheaper than airport locations in Clearwater Beach.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Clearwater Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Clearwater Beach, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $22 per day, on average, or $67 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 34% cheaper than airport locations in Clearwater Beach.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Clearwater Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Clearwater Beach, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

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