Resort Details
- Reflections Poolside BarCome join us pool side overlooking the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Offering a variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and desserts, only using the freshest local ingredients to satisfy your taste buds. Thirsty? Enjoy one of our handcrafted cocktails and soak in the sun
- SandbarAfter enjoying a day on the beach, come join us at Sandbar. Located a short walk down the duneoff the south end of Clearwater Beach, Sandbar provides a relaxed atmosphere for lunch or dinner. Offering a delicious variety of Florida casual fare and some of the best drinks on the beach.
- Sea-Guini
Fresh local seafood, Italian hand-made pastas and Neapolitan pizzas take center stage, while the contemporary design featuring views of the Gulf of Mexico from every seat create an unforgettable setting for a night out. Outdoor seating allows guests to fully revel in the vistas and salty breezes of the Gulf.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Sea-Guini LoungeCome and relax while enjoying a specialty cocktail. Sea-Guini Lounge is an ideal place to unwind either inside or on the patio. The lounge offers a diverse menuand baked cassoulets. Finish out the evening after a great meal by listening to live entertainment outside while enjoying an after dinner cocktail.
- 24-hour front desk
- Beachfront
- Bell staff/porter
- Bicycle rentals†
- Business center†
- Children programs†
- Concierge desk
- Exercise gym†
- Golf,Offsite†
- Internet services†
- 24-hour front desk
- Beachfront
- Bell staff/porter
- Bicycle rentals†
- Business center†
- Children programs†
- Concierge desk
- Exercise gym†
- Golf, Offsite†
- Internet services†
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars†
- Pool
- Restaurant†
- Room service†
- Smoke-free property
- Spa†
- Valet parking†
- Water sports†
- Please contact the hotel for additional information.
† Fees may apply
- BeachBeachfront to Clearwater Beach, named America's Best Beach by Trip Advisor
- Bike rental †
- Children's program †
- Fitness center on-site †Our modern Fitness Center and classes offer everything you need for an invigorating workout. Guests must be at least 16 years of age to use the Fitness Center's equipment. Those under 16 must have adult supervision at all times.
- Hot tubZero entry hot tub
- Pool
Relax and soak up the sun by our zero-entry Gulf Front pool. Enjoy food and beverage service from Reflections Poolside Bar offering a variety of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and full bar.
- Spa †Full service luxury spa
- Water activities †Jet ski, paddle board, and kayak rental available with concierge
- Golf †
† Fees may apply
Guest Reviews
Customer ratings & reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
1571 reviews
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Apr 19, 2025Average
This review is from a European perspective. I would say generally it's an okay 4* hotel. PROS Pool bar staff were attentive and good quality drinks and food is served. They work very hard all day. Beds were generally easy to find. Towels were clean and fresh. The hotel restaurant was very good quality with very polite knowledgeable staff. Shame the menu didn't change during our time there. Beds were very comfortable. CONS Very poor chamber staff. In our party we had 4 rooms and we all had at least 2 days when the rooms were not cleaned and made up. This meant we ran out of toilet roll! Basic!!! The coffee and cups weren't replaced on a number of days when the room was made up. We also had a shaver cover left in the shower from the previous guests. The pool was small for the number of rooms in the hotel. By early afternoon it had food and other foreign bits in it. The hotel front desk manager was unhelpful and dogmatic. We asked for a late checkout a few days early and were told to ask in the morning of the checkout day. When I asked for a probability based on existing availability , I was told no and to enquire in the morning of check out. When we did that it was received with a flat no despite there being availability at the hotel. If late checkouts are not policy just say so, we could make alternative arrangements. The restrooms near the pool were disgusting. They were infrequently cleaned and left by other guests in a real mess. Out of 5 cubicles only 1 was clean enough to use and even then I needed to flush from the previous user. The replenishment of fruit and water Be warned they charge the entire cost of the booking as a pending on your card so make sure you secure the room in the card you are paying on. We made the mistake and used one we weren't intending to pay with and then the front desk manager refused to change it when we realised. Finally, one thing that really concerned me was the abundant use of single use plastic throughout the state of florida but particularly in the hotel. Reusable plastic around the pool would have been so much more ethical. Hundred of plastic cups and straws a day. Glass and China in the rooms rather than plastic bag covered coated paper cups. It made me really sad given the stunning beachside location. Plastic single use water bottles are abundantly available. Surely refillable ones with a water station on each floor would be more ethical and cheaper for the hotel. Would I go back? Probably not. I'd try somewhere else.
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Apr 14, 2025The best of Florida is here
Opal Sands is absolutely stunning. From the ocean and city views, to the pool nestled right by the beach…this hotel has it all! The location is the best you’re going to get in Clearwater Beach. It does come for a premium (parking and rooms are not cheap!), but treat yourself and you will be so happy that you did! Right when I walked in, the person who checked me in told me all about the hotel and everything to expect. They have ice cream (which I missed sadly) and cookies (yum! I did get those!). Customer service at this hotel goes above and beyond. From Kirk who fixed my hot water, to Harrison who gave me the perfect room…. this hotel delivers on the guest experience! The restaurant Seaguini was one of the best experiences because of Allison the bartender and Keane (I think that’s his name?) the barback. What a dynamic duo they were! They both worked very well together and packed my food up to-go when needed. Allison is funny and also very great at handling a large amount of guests and taking care of the service bar. That’s not an easy feat! Outside in the pool area, Spenser told me all about the things to do in Florida and was super kind and fast with the drinks! She kept a smile for all the guests and always made sure to walk around and check on people. The atmosphere and vibe at this hotel made it one of the best experiences I have had at a resort hotel. I can’t wait to visit again! Thank you Opal Sands!
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Apr 14, 2025
Nice resort.
Great stay! Great location! Definitely could use new pillows. Only thing i felt as if the beach chairs should be included and not require payment just to save a spot. It felt a bit like nickel and diming everything that should be included at a resort.
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Apr 01, 2025
The hotel is great but it's the people that make it perfect!
It's people that make all the difference! Of course this resort is one of the newest and nicest on the beach but I wanted to take a minute to acknowledge someone. First off let me just say that the entire staff was always very helpful and polite but I wanted to give a massive heartfelt thanks to Alexis Weisner. Due to a booking error by Chase travel my reservation was never processed, and this of course led to a very long and frustrating morning. Alexis went way above and beyond to help me get things sorted as best she could, safe to say that without her the trip would've been a huge headache. However thanks to her kindness and going out of her way I didn't spend my entire day running around looking for hotels and instead relaxing and enjoying my vacation. Alexis, if you're reading this thank you from the bottom of my heart! Now for the property itself, top notch and very easy to deal with. There are snacks put out every day on each floor like fruit, cookies, and nuts with a fridge close by for water bottles. The rooms are exceptional and tastefully decorated with a touch of classic modern decor. The valet's are helpful and accommodating if you happen to leave something in the room and just need to park up for moment. The amenities are on point with the pool and hot tub setup in the perfect spot as well as a very equipped gym. The beach front restaurant/bar is perfect for happy hour being right on the water and of course the view is amazing. Like I said at the beginning there are lots of nice hotels but it's the people that make all the difference. I was in town for a wedding and would highly recommend this to any and all going to Clearwater beach as this is the perfect place to truly relax and enjoy a vacation. :-)
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Mar 31, 2025All in all a good experience
If you stay at the Sands or the Sol, make sure to go to the bar at the Sands and meet George! Aside from making the best spicy margarita he will also make your day. George is always smiling and a pleasure to be around. As for the hotel: the rooms are beautiful and the stocked pantry is a plus. I love that they have resumed nightly turndown. The pool scene gets a little crazy with people saving chairs as early as 8:00 am. The beach is NOT part of the hotel and there is no hotel staff at at the beach with towels etc. There is a charge for chairs and it is very crowded. It feels like Miami.
- AdvisoryThe minimum age for check-in purposes is 21 years of age. This policy remains in effect year-round.
- AdvisoryA minimum mandatory hotel-imposed fee of $29 (plus tax) per room, per night, will be charged and collected by the hotel at check-in or check-out. The fee is subject to change without prior notice. The information published here is to give the client an estimate of additional fees they may be responsible for but not a guarantee of the final amount due. For detailed description of what’s included in the mandatory fee please see hotel policies.
- AdvisoryA minimum mandatory hotel-imposed resort fee of $35 (plus tax) per room, per night, will be charged and collected by the hotel at check-in or check-out. The fee is subject to change without prior notice. The information published here is to give the client an estimate of additional fees they may be responsible for but not a guarantee of the final amount due. For detailed description of what’s included in the mandatory fee please see hotel policies.
- AdvisoryThis Resort is limited to valet parking only. A $30 plus tax, per vehicle, per night fee will be charged, to be paid directly to the hotel at check-out. This fee is subject to change without prior notice.
- Check in: 4:00 PM
- Check out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum guest age: 21
- General policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.
General Information - Room taxes are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.
Resort Fee - A mandatory hotel-imposed fee is charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out.
Hotel Mandatory hotel imposed resort fee inclusions:
- Access to state-of-the-art gulf front fitness center
- In room wireless internet access
- Unlimited local calls/800 access
- Access to Opal Sands Resort's business center
- Daily newspaper
- Gourmet in room coffee
- In room bottled water
- Nightly turndown service
- Beach/pool towel serviceThe above list may not be comprehensive. Mandatory hotel-imposed fees may not include tax and are subject to change. The hotel can provide current fee and inclusions upon check-in.
- Pet policy : Pets Not Allowed