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.

Where to Eat in Clearwater Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Caretta on the Gulf at the Sandpearl Resort (500 Mandalay Avenue) and Rusty's Bistro @ Sheraton Sand Key (1160 Gulf Blvd) are great picks.

Most popular restaurants in Clearwater Beach

International
Very good (62 reviews)
Unspecified
Very good (59 reviews)
International
Very good (62 reviews)
Unspecified
Very good (59 reviews)

When to visit Clearwater Beach

Clearwater Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$183
1 night at 3-star hotel
Clearwater Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$183
1 night at 3-star 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 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Clearwater Beach. The train journey from Clearwater Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 45m trip.

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 Fox and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Clearwater Beach, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Busbud. From Fort Myers, the bus ride to Clearwater Beach takes 201 km and will cost you around $50. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 418 km.

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 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Clearwater Beach. The train journey from Clearwater Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $12 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $11 for a 2h 45m trip.

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 Fox and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Clearwater Beach, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Busbud. From Fort Myers, the bus ride to Clearwater Beach takes 201 km and will cost you around $50. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 418 km.

Airports near Clearwater Beach

Airlines serving Clearwater Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,596 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,441 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,279 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,923 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,700 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (836 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (910 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in Clearwater Beach

Average rates range from around $377 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $269 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Clearwater Beach

Most booked hotels in Clearwater Beach

Opal Sands Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1202 reviews)
$508+
Sandpearl Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 455 reviews)
$510+
Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1903 reviews)
$317+
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1290 reviews)
$410+
Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1186 reviews)
$254+
Pier House 60 Clearwater Beach Marina Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2559 reviews)
$239+

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $50 per day, on average, or $149 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Clearwater Beach is Standard (Dodge Journey or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate Crossover or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $50 per day, on average, or $149 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Clearwater Beach is Standard (Dodge Journey or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate Crossover or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.