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.

When to visit Clearwater Beach

Clearwater Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$185
1 night at 3-star hotel
Clearwater Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$185
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 Raleigh and takes around 1h 48m.

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 $12 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 96 miles from Clearwater Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Clearwater Beach, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Fort Myers, the bus ride to Clearwater Beach takes 135 miles and will cost you around $42. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 260 miles.

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 Raleigh and takes around 1h 48m.

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 $12 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 96 miles from Clearwater Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Clearwater Beach, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Fort Myers, the bus ride to Clearwater Beach takes 135 miles and will cost you around $42. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 260 miles.

Airports near Clearwater Beach

Airlines serving Clearwater Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,692 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (943 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,554 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,615 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,296 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,595 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,455 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,886 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (869 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (925 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,181 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,683 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (828 reviews)
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Where to stay in Clearwater Beach

Average rates range from around $347 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $262 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Clearwater Beach

Most booked hotels in Clearwater Beach

Sandpearl Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 451 reviews)
$481+
Opal Sands Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1186 reviews)
$456+
Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1833 reviews)
$300+
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1282 reviews)
$400+
Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1190 reviews)
$267+
Pier House 60 Clearwater Beach Marina Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2531 reviews)
$218+

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $53 per day, on average, or $159 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, 25% 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 Premium rental cars (Class Premium Car or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Clearwater Beach costs $53 per day, on average, or $159 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, 25% 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 Premium rental cars (Class Premium Car or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.