Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3.0 star property
On private beach with outdoor pool, near Sand Key Park

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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.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
The current price is RM490
RM598 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

Room options

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

2 Queen Beds, Poolside Room, Accessible, No Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed, Balcony, City View, No Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(77 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed, Patio, No View, No Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
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
  • Beach Walk - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pier 60 Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Clearwater Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) - 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

Hotel near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
Sand Key Park is 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 lift, a 24-hour front desk and laundry services
  • Luggage storage, a front desk safe and beach towels
  • 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:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • 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.

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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 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

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • 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

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

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

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
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 10.65 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
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)

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

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 22 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel on 21 Dec 2025 start from RM 490.05, 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.

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 within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Clearwater Beach. Captain Blighs Landing and Beach Walk are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 599 out of 1088 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 1088 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1088 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1088 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1088 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and location was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really clean and the staff were very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Guylaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, especially the beach attendant, Mel :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view and staff were great
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff Nice pool and beach
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room ,nice staff , great pool, private beach , restaurant service , everything was perfect !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTI

Great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice quiet place to take our young family. Staff were friendly and helpful. The whole place isn't modern like some other hotels down the beach but the odd scuff here and there adds to the charm.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Mark and the staff were amazing! My room was beautiful! Definitely will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, loved the live music every day and night, super friendly staff! Pool was very clean and location was fantastic. They even hooked us up with a box fan for our room!! (We’re those people that can’t sleep without a fan!) Free Trolley pass was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay here everytime I visit Tampa.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice, staff was friendly, food was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located, enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice private beach
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, quaint beach, beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view, great access to beach, highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Osama

Good location. Rooms a little basic but functional. Only one functioning elevator. Reception staff could have been a little friendlier.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yaremis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff - rooms Beach view
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the private beach area!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025