Top Hotels in Clearwater Beach, Florida

The beaches of Clearwater are considered some of the best beaches in America. Clearwater is in the Tampa Bay area, on the Gulf Coast of Mexico. Sand beaches, sunshine and magnificent ocean views make Clearwater a popular getaway vacation.

Clearwater is located about 30 minutes from Tampa, which is home to Busch Gardens. Orlando is about 90 minutes away. Stay on the Florida beach and drive to the Orlando attractions, such as Walt Disney World, Epcot, Seaworld and Universal Studios.

Clearwater is a terrific place for a vacation getaway. Following are the best hotels in Clearwater, Florida.

Belleville Biltmore. The Biltmore is a historic Victorian era hotel situated on a 22 acre bluff overlooking Clearwater Bay. Belleview Biltmore was built by railroad tycoon Henry Plant in 1897. The full service resort features an 18 hole PGA Donald Ross designed golf course., tennis club, the Belleview Biltmore Spa, the beach club on Sand Key, swimming pools and a business center. Dine at The Palm Grill, The Cabana Grill or the Sunset Bar. 2/5 Belleview Blvd., Clearwater. 1-727-443-6361.

Sheraton Sand Key Resort. Beachfront accommodations on ten acres of private beach on the Gulf of Mexico. Amenities include fitness center, business center, outdoor children's pool, outdoor heated pool. 1160 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater Beach, FL, 1-727-595-1611.

Best Western Sea Wake Beach Resort. Beach front accommodations. 691 S. Gulfview Blvd., Clearwater Beach, FL. 1-727-443-7652.

Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key. Suite accommodations overlook Clearwater Bay. Non-smoking hotel with amenities including salon and day spa, wireless Internet, business center, tropical pool and restaurants. 1201 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater Beach, FL. 1-727-595-1100.

Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort. Situated on ten acres of white sand beach, this resort overlooks the Gulf of Mexico. Features include business center, fitness room, pool table and swimming pool. 400 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater Beach, FL, 1-727-461-3222.