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Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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655 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater Beach, FL, 33767
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Beach Walk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Pier 60 Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Balcony, No Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Patio, No View, Accessible, No Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

1 King Bed, Patio, No View, Accessible, No Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

2 Queen Beds & 2 Twin Beds, Family Suite, Partial Ocean View, No Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

2 Queen Beds & 2 Twin Beds, Family Suite, Partial Ocean View, Accessible, No Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

2 Queen Beds, Poolside Room, Accessible, No Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View, Accessible, No Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

1 King Bed, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View, Balcony, No Smoking

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View, Balcony, No Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(81 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Upgrade)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

1 King Bed, Patio, No View, No Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Clearwater Beach

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 2 miles (3 km) of Clearwater Beach with a stay at this Clearwater Beach hotel. Captain Blighs Landing and Beach Walk are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Captain Blighs Landing - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Beach Walk - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pier 60 Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Clearwater Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shephard's Beach Resort - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frenchy's South Beach Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Crush Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Crabby Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Barefoot Beachouse - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Beachfront hotel near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. Sit back and relax on the beach with cabanas (surcharge), umbrellas, and sun loungers.

There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Clearwater Beach hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 91 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 48-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

This Clearwater Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 25 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 10.65 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 25 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

This property charges a daily fee for use of beach umbrellas and chairs.
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve truck parking.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Quality Beach
Quality Hotel Beach
Quality Hotel Beach Resort Clearwater Beach
Quality Hotel Beach Resort
Quality Beach Clearwater Beach
Quality Hotel Resort
Quality Clearwater Beach
Quality Hotel on the Beach
Quality Hotel Clearwater Beach Resort
Winter the Dolphins Beach Club, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 650 out of 1168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 1168 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and inviting, the staff was exceptional, and the restaurant on site was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rini

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such welcoming staff as soon as you drive in. Someone was there to greet you out front and direct you to the parkade. The front desk Ethan was super friendly and helpful. The room was basic but had everything we needed. The pool and beach area was pristine. Overall we wished that we could have stayed longer, thank you.
Pool area.
Private beach area.
Private beach area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Na
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Tonya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
I had the worst view of the parking garage and there was machinery also there with workers .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My sister and I stayed here for a girls trip. We don’t like to rent a car because we usually just stay on property and relax and prefer not to pay expensive parking fees on a car that is just parked for our entire stay. This hotel was a great pick for us because it is really conveniently walkable to anything and everything we wanted. It is a smaller, charming hotel with great, friendly staff and the beach/pool right outside your door. There is a food market, liquor store and mini golf right across the street. The only issue we had is with the TV in our room. There was no channel guide either in the room or on the screen. It was very difficult to find any of the channels that we wanted to watch. We actually had to get someone to come to our room twice to try and find the normal channels. They really need to put a laminated channel guide with explicit instructions in every room, it would alleviate the problem. (And I know it’s a problem because while I was at the front desk discussing this another guest said they were having the same issue.) Aside from that one small issue we both loved the place and the staff, Maurice, Ethan and all the girls at the front desk, and Candis the bar server at the pool. We have already booked it again for April!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

valerie

Travelled with group
The room was fine, the staff was helpful and friendly and the Crab cakes at the restaurant were delicious. The actual beach, however, left a lot to be desired. Pictures don't show that it's a shell beach that is on a waterway that isn't coastal. No ocean view from here. Not kid friendly. They can't wade in the water because it gets deep quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

June

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was friendly and helpful each day
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, loved the live music every day and night, super friendly staff! Pool was very clean and location was fantastic. They even hooked us up with a box fan for our room!! (We’re those people that can’t sleep without a fan!) Free Trolley pass was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTI

Great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really clean and the staff were very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view and staff were great
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and location was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Jon

Disliked: Amenities
In a handicap room on first floor no view at all
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Guylaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, especially the beach attendant, Mel :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice quiet place to take our young family. Staff were friendly and helpful. The whole place isn't modern like some other hotels down the beach but the odd scuff here and there adds to the charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Osama

Good location. Rooms a little basic but functional. Only one functioning elevator. Reception staff could have been a little friendlier.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kayla

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the property, everything except for the free breakfast, which only offered two different things for kids which my kids did not like unfortunately. Otherwise, everything else there was great including the staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Mark and the staff were amazing! My room was beautiful! Definitely will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Vern

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffro

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach was amazing from start to finish. The private beach access was peaceful, clean, and never crowded—it truly felt like my own little getaway. I enjoyed the live band, which played great music without being too loud, creating the perfect atmosphere. The bar was also very cool and relaxed, making evenings enjoyable without feeling overwhelming. What I loved most is that everything was within walking distance—restaurants, cafés, shops, and entertainment—so I didn’t need a car at all. The area is safe and easy to navigate, especially at night. The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and welcoming, which made my stay even better. If you value comfort, walkability, great service, and a calm beach experience, I highly recommend Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach. I would happily return again with my husband.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025