Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Guests enjoy fresh seafood and sun-soaked days at private beach cabanas, then cool off in an outdoor pool nestled among greenery at this beachfront retreat

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June 2026

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July 2026

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds - Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel (Clearwater Beach)

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2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served - Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel (Clearwater Beach)

Exterior - Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel (Clearwater Beach)

Winter the Dolphins Beach Club sits right on the beach, offering a peaceful getaway with two restaurants that serve everything from breakfast to seafood. Travelers relax at the private beach or lounge by the outdoor pool, with in-room WiFi keeping them connected.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning

includes taxes & fees

14 June - 15 June

Room options

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Tonight

June 11 - June 12

Tomorrow

June 12 - June 13

All rooms

2 beds

1 bed

3+ beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

2 Queen Beds, Suite, Nonsmoking

Sleeps 2
Free Wi-Fi

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

Excellent

Partial ocean view
33 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Wonderful

33 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Very good

Partial ocean view
33 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Wonderful

Partial ocean view
33 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
Free Wi-Fi

2 Queen Beds, Poolside Room, Accessible, No Smoking

Exceptional

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

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

Wonderful

Partial ocean view
33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

Excellent

City view
33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

1 King Bed, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

Wonderful

City view
33 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

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

Very good

Partial ocean view
33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
Free Wi-Fi

1 King Bed, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

Sleeps 2
Free Wi-Fi

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

Sleeps 2
Free Wi-Fi

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

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
Free Wi-Fi

1 King Bed, Patio, No View, No Smoking

Wonderful

33 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Located in Clearwater Beach, Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel is on the beach. Splash Harbour Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Clearwater Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at BayCare Ballpark or Ruth Eckerd Hall. Snorkelling, windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Clearwater Beach travel guide

655 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater Beach, FL, 33767

What's nearby

St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Captain Blighs Landing
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Clearwater Beach
3 min drive - 1.8 km
Raymond James Stadium
46 min drive - 44.1 km
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
47 min drive - 32.8 km

Getting around

Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
44 min drive

Restaurants

Shephard's Beach Resort
3 min walk
Coco's Crush Bar & Grill
11 min walk
Frenchy's South Beach Cafe
10 min walk
Crabby Bar & Grill
10 min walk
Jimmy's On The Edge
5 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
Beach Walk and Pier 60 Park are located near Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel, which provides a beach bar, laundry facilities and a bar. With a private beach, beachfront dining and beach cabanas, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and seafood. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
- An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
- Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
- A front desk safe, ATM/banking services and a lift
- Multilingual staff, beach towels and a 24-hour front desk
- Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, beach locale and pool
Room features
All 91 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
- Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and shower/bath combinations
- 48-inch LED TVs with premium channels
- Balconies or patios, recycling and fridges

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 transport

Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Covered parking on site (USD 25 per day)
Limited on-site 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 cot
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
Lift
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 bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

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1 building
5 floors
Designated smoking areas
Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free cot

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

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 cots are available on request at the 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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)

Frequently asked questions

Does Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of 11 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel on 14 Jun 2026 start from NZ$385, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Self-parking is available for USD 25 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Clearwater Beach hotel is just steps away from Captain Blighs Landing and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Clearwater Beach and Beach Walk are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We really enjoyed our stay at Dolphin Sands! From room cleanliness to the overall helpfulness of the staff, not to mention how beautiful the private beach was. When we first booked our room, we originally booked a city view room, not thinking too much about it! We enjoy sitting on the balcony at night while on vacation so we wanted to switch to a beachfront room. The staff was so accommodating and got us into a beachfront facing balcony the next day!! Definitely would stay here again!

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.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett

8 Apr 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Friendly staff and beautiful private beach. Will be back.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

1 Jun 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff is super friendly, very accommodating. The hotel is right on the sand we saw manatees and dolphins. I didn’t like they don’t allow you to bring your own chairs to the beach and they don’t allow you to bring a cooler. They charge absolutely for everything even the person that rents the beach chairs said the tips are appreciated. She’s an employee and she gets paid for that.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

Verified

8/10 Good

Caitlin

22 Mar 2026

Matthew

16 Apr 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a very nice stay. It is a very family oriented hotel. Our only complaint is the building is outdated. The elevators are very slow and there is only 1 ice machine for the entire hotel. However, the actual rooms are clean and updated. The hotel is located in a great area.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

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1 King Bed, Patio, No View, No Smoking

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About the area

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Awards and affiliations

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Outdoors

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Frequently asked questions

Have a question?

Reviews

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Excellent

8.8