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Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches

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Private beach, white sand, beach cabanas, sun loungers
Property preview
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; seafood
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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655 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater Beach, FL, 33767
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Beach Walk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Pier 60 Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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
(16 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

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

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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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 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

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
(47 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 King Bed, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

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

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(77 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Clearwater Beach

On the beach.You'll be steps from Captain Blighs Landing and a 5-minute walk from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Also, Beach Walk is within half a mile (1 km) and Pier 60 Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pier 60 Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Clearwater Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Clearwater Marine Aquarium - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Sand Key Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shephard's Beach Resort - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frenchy's South Beach Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bus - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Salty's Island Bar & Grille - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sandbar - Opal Sands Resort - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Beachfront hotel near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. Sit back and relax on the beach with cabanas (surcharge), umbrellas, and sun loungers.

There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Clearwater Beach hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
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.

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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 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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 10.65 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

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

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel to the airport?

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel is 13.7 mi (35-min drive) away from the St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel on Dec 14, 2025 start from $143.65, excluding 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.

Does Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

How close is Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8.00 and 20.00 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25 per day.

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

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel features an outdoor pool.

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

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like seafood, a beachfront location, and ocean views.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel to downtown Clearwater Beach?

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel is 0.8 mi away from Clearwater Beach.

Reviews

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 595 out of 1080 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1080 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1080 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1080 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1080 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Nathaniel

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frady

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it all 6 of us did
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ABEL

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No area for pick up and drop off if you take uber service. The rest was very good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Everyone was very nice and accommodating. The hotel was clean and very enjoyable. I would stay again. The only downfall was the fire alarm went off at 6:30 am.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place we found last minute beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Constanta

Very friendly and helpful staff, very nice bar/restaurant, private beach is simply perfect. Excellent location, mostly everything in walking distance. The ocean view with spacious balkony was a dream.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

helen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I'm giving it 4 stars because the housekeeping staff never came to our room to clean (even though they were supposed to send someone every other day) (we stayed 4 days). Great location and the private beach is a plus. Mariah was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean. Check-in was easy. Staff was friendly I would say the only thing I disliked was that the pool closed at dusk, but other than that it was an enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Colleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location, clean rooms but expensive, overpriced food and drinks. Private beach was so small and then was taken up by chairs and umbrellas for rent. Had to drive to public beaches to get real beach vibe. Pool was also small.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The perfect dream

The location is perfect, with a great atmosphere throughout—from the entrance and lobby to the rooms. Everything is very clean and well maintained. But what truly made this stay exceptional was the staff—extremely helpful and genuinely friendly.”
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Lina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
“It was an average experience, and the sea view was beautiful, but the room was not clean, and I saw a large cockroach in the bathroom at night.”
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Veronica

Traveled with family and small children
The staff was not too pleasant. Not the clearest part in ocean. Place was kind of old looking. No complimentary breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith Marlen

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roxanne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I would stay here again!

My bed was super comfy as well as the pillows. I was disappointed with dinner at the onsite restaurant. It took a long time to get waited on. I ordered a drink and that came out about 5 minutes later. (It was a can of beer). I finished the beer and wasn't waited on again. After 25 minutes of sitting there I decided to leave. I get they might have been busy, but all they had to do was come tell me. I literally had one interaction with a server. Breakfast the next day, though, was fast and very yummy! Overall, though, I had a great time at this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ENRIQUE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Xxxxxxx
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Disliked: Amenities
Felt like you were nickle and dimed for everything kind of like frontier or spirit airlines even though a hefty price was paid up front, like daily parking in their garage and service fee and renting your own chairs. A hotel should take care of their customers !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaycie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Very nice hotel. Close to everything and still well priced and clean. Only issue is we couldn’t reach them via phone. The number never worked.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the private beach it was a great vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good position right on the beach. I would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025