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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 August
Estimated hotel price
$212
1 night at 3-star hotel
Clearwater Beach in August
Estimated hotel price
$212
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 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Clearwater Beach departs from New Orleans and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Clearwater Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Clearwater Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from West Palm Beach, expect to pay about $60 for a 3h 56m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Clearwater Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 96 miles from Clearwater Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and America Car Rental, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

When flying to Clearwater Beach, you’ll arrive at Tampa St. Petersburg (PIE), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Clearwater Beach departs from New Orleans and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

Train is the most popular train carrier serving Clearwater Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Clearwater Beach to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from West Palm Beach, expect to pay about $60 for a 3h 56m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Clearwater Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 96 miles from Clearwater Beach. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and America Car Rental, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Clearwater Beach

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Clearwater Beach

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,838 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,780 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,270 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,246 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,891 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,132 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,408 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,705 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,796 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,370 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,200 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,471 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
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Where to stay in Clearwater Beach

Average rates range from around $327 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,467 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach and Pelican Pointe Clearwater Beach Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Clearwater Beach

Most booked hotels in Clearwater Beach

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Opal Sands Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 2239 reviews)
$518+
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Sandpearl Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1070 reviews)
$501+
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The Hiatus Clearwater Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 134 reviews)
$359+
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Pier House 60 Clearwater Beach Marina Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3071 reviews)
$259+
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Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1884 reviews)
$388+
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Belleair Beach Resort Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2016 reviews)
$210+
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Renting a car in Clearwater Beach

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $46 per day, on average, or $137 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, 22% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.29 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 $39.52 and $52.69. Standard (Class Standard SUV 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 $46 per day, on average, or $137 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, 22% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.29 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 $39.52 and $52.69. Standard (Class Standard SUV 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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