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Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $233
$206 nightly
$233 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4

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655 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater Beach, FL, 33767
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Captain Blighs Landing
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Clearwater Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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

2 Queen Beds, Suite, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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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
(24 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
(54 reviews)
  • City view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
(39 reviews)
  • City view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
(89 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, hydromassage showerhead, free toiletries

1 King Bed, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, hydromassage showerhead, free toiletries

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, hydromassage showerhead, free toiletries

1 King Bed, Patio, No View, No Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

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

2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

2 Queen Beds, Poolside Room, Accessible, No Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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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)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Clearwater Beach

When you stay at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel in Clearwater Beach, you'll be on the beach, a 1-minute drive from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and 9 minutes from Pier 60 Park. .This beach hotel is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Tampa Bay and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Clearwater Beach.

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Captain Blighs Landing - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Clearwater Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Raymond James Stadium - 46 min drive - 27.4 miles
  • Port of Tampa - 51 min drive - 32.6 miles

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
  • ‪Salty's Island Bar & Grille - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 91 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 48-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax on the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance.
Satisfy your appetite with seafood at Cabanas Coastal Grill, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Cabanas Coastal Grill - This restaurant specializes in seafood and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Cabanas Beachside Bar - This beachfront restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

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.

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Cabanas Beachside Bar
  • Cabanas Coastal Grill

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 9.95 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
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

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Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 706 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1237 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lisa, WALCOTT

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, beds comfortable but reserved a king bed and got 2 queens. Room 211: balcony over the dumpsters for the resort ;(
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice hotel with very friendly staff in an excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Doreen, Port Austin

Very nice staff....
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Nicole

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good. Except for the work crane that started up every morning at 8am right outside my room. Shook the room as it moved by.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

SCOTT

Traveled with family
Room was supposed to be cleaned every other day, but all the maid did was take our dirty towels, and leave new ones. Didn't even leave any toilet paper or tissues.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

NIKKI, DELTONA

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't stay. Rude staff, people camped out on it balcony, fell because there's stairs right as you get off the elevator no one warned us about!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Shaun

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was ok but charging for beach chairs was disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with family and small children
Staff was great, beds were comfy, and room was quiet. Bathroom needed some upgrades (rust and mold present) and included toiletries were terrible. Decent accommodations for what we paid, but not luxury by any means. We did not use the beach or pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The friendliness of the staff and a welcoming attitude. The beach, restaurant and hotel were amazing parts of our vacation. Perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Dolphin Sands! The location is absolutely unbeatable — everything is walkable and there are so many great restaurants nearby. The beach is right there, and we even saw dolphins from the shore… incredible! Our room was very clean and we had the partial ocean view, which was perfect. The only downside was the extremely loud construction next door. They started every morning at 8am, even on weekends, which made sleeping in impossible. The room itself is on the smaller side and could definitely use more storage space for luggage and clothing, but overall it was comfortable and spotless. The heated pool was amazing — we sat poolside every day and loved it! A huge shoutout to Ashley, China, and Krista at the bar — they were absolutely fantastic and made our trip even better. The front desk staff were also very friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Overall, we had an amazing vacation and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kemiesha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Location is great. I wish parking was included in price. Enjoyed the Tikki Bar and beach staff. There was a lady working the beach who kept it clean and well managed. I appreciated her hard work.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good until this morning we were awakened by construction directly outside our window. VERY loud banging and drilling at 7:30 AM! Very thin walls heard them talking too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was amazing, friendly and helpful. Loved the music at the pool bar. The restaurant had great food .Room was nice.maid could have done better.Had to go get coffee everyday. Sometimes we had to get other supplies from the front desk. I would recommend.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was not very clean. Also, noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The beach front balcony view was absolutely amazing! Nicest hotel we’ve stayed at in years. Bartenders & car attendant were great! Front desk staff on the other hand was not knowledgeable on the area & didn’t have map of area or trolly schedule. Great location & views though, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Sherry, Rochester

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Arianna, Standish

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly, front desk always helpful, and our view was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was very nice and clean. Only had one problem as one outlet didn't work. No big deal. Staff was really great. Deno, janece, Mel, Joel, Krista, Anthony, Jace and a few others all very helpful.
What we made on the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paula Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were courteous and friendly, from Mariah at check-in who assigned us a room with a spectacular view, to Marisol who kept our room shiny clean, to Marc who made our time on their private beach wonderful and Alex who exuded hospitality in the restaurant. There were many more staff who we encountered that were polite and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

sheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was very friendly and accommodating. The rooms were modern and exceptionally clean. Unfortunately we were at the side of the hotel where all the noise was from steeet noise and noise from construction and the parking structure.. if you stay here make sure you do t get a side room. The adjoining restaurant had great food
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Alexander

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

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