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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $172
$152 nightly
$172 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11

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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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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

2 Queen Beds, Suite, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Balcony, No Smoking

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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • 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

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

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, Poolside Room, Accessible, No Smoking

2 Queen Beds, Poolside Room, Accessible, No Smoking | 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

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

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

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

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

1 King Bed, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • City view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(92 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

A bathroom with a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a glass-enclosed shower.

1 King Bed, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Balcony, No Smoking

A bathroom with a granite countertop, a sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a glass-enclosed shower.

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

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

1 King Bed, Patio, No View, No Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Clearwater Beach

With a stay at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel in Clearwater Beach, you'll be on the beach, steps from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and a 5-minute drive from Sand Key Park. .This beach hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Clearwater Beach and 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Tampa Bay.

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Captain Blighs Landing - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pier 60 Park - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Clearwater Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Sand Key Park - 4 min drive - 1.5 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
  • ‪Shephard's Tiki Bar & Margarita Grill - ‬2 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
Winter the Dolphins Beach Club, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 734 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1275 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1275 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful family resort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yakup

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasent stay. Beautiful beach, nice room nothing over the top but considering the price it was good!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very relaxing and was comfortable, clean and great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Chandradat

Stay was pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kennadi

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great private beach fun tiki bar and pool area
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything and all staff were amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property in perfect location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach service was amazing and all drink/food were delicious. The beach chairs and umbrellas are placed perfectly on the beach allowing you to stay out until sunset.
Partial ocean view
Beach service cocktail for $10
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was close to everything we wanted to do. Beach bar and restaurant were great. Wonderful sunset views from the bar area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and beautiful private beach. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will definitely be returning to this location. Charming staff, casual, and comfortable family atmosphere, clean rooms and property well maintained an all areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, comfy beds , heated pool with adjoining private beach access. This is a 5 🌟
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Lasse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

I really like this property. It was very clean and the staff was wonderful. Right on the beach on a nice restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. It’s right next to some great shops within walking distance. Plenty of parking. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good Location away from High Crowded areas
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean and it was a nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arianna

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
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the clean beautiful beach! Walk to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

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
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Karin Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel's location was great. The restaurant in the hotel was perfect for breakfast and the neighboring hotel has a great rooftop deck with pizzas and a great sunset view. The private beach was wonderful! Parking was very easy and although a little pricey- it was on par with the area. The staff were great. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

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