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

Clearwater Beach travel guide

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Clearwater Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Clearwater Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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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.

When to visit Clearwater Beach

Clearwater Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$187
1 night at 3-star hotel
Clearwater Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$187
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 Atlanta and takes around 1h 24m.

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 $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $19 for a 2h 43m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Advantage, 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 Atlanta and takes around 1h 24m.

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 $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $19 for a 2h 43m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Advantage, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Clearwater Beach

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving Clearwater Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,497 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,457 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,984 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,992 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,982 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,476 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,375 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,652 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (855 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,306 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,028 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,099 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,382 reviews)
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Where to stay in Clearwater Beach

Average rates range from around $321 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,518 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 (8.9, 2221 reviews)
$369+
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Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2078 reviews)
$255+
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Sandpearl Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1066 reviews)
$331+
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Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1868 reviews)
$223+
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Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort on Sand Key
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1424 reviews)
$283+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Clearwater Central
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3215 reviews)
$95+
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Renting a car in Clearwater Beach

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $36 per day, on average, or $72 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Clearwater Beach, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $36 per day, on average, or $72 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 19% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. Standard (Class Standard SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Clearwater Beach, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

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