Alternative stays

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Alternative stays

For the adventure seekers and anyone travelling on a budget who can’t stand another flowery motel bedspread, there are better options that are also closer to nature.

Stay overnight on Caladesi Island – by boat

Our award-winning Caladesi Island is famed for its white powder-soft swathes of sand, meandering mangroves and gently swaying palm trees. The only way to access is by foot or by boat, and if going by boat you have the option to dock it overnight affording you more time to enjoy this paradisaical setting.

The island’s marina provides 108 boat slips with electricity and water, and you’ll find restrooms, showers, a café and gift shop on-site. Here you can also pick up beach chairs and umbrellas. Snorkeling, fishing along and kayaking through the mangroves are other popular pastimes on the island. Round off the day with a refreshing beverage as the sun sets over the mesmerizing horizon, the rocking to and fro inducing a state of complete bliss.

 

Rent a groovy VW camper van

If you are a fan of a quirkier vacation experience, then you’ll love this cool, vintage VW van – complete with a Hawaiian Hula dashboard doll. The beloved hippie camper – and Scooby-Doo’s vehicle of choice – makes for a unique and memorable stay in the Clearwater Beach area.

You can pick one up from Florida VW Rentals in St. Petersburg and camp out over at the popular Fort de Soto campground. It has everything you need for a comfortable stay on four wheels in a lush, tropical setting with plenty of palm trees and foliage.

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madisonavenue
madisonavenue
14. January, 2021.
Relax a little Wonderful way to relax and enjoy the sun, surf and sand. The air is clean and fresh and people seem nice!
The Bis
The Bis
13. January, 2021.
Clearwater memories Super nice beach, I personally like to stay by Pier 60. Totally worth spending the day at the beach. Parking right at pier 60 by hour, or valet park at the hotels off Cornado (Hyatt, Springhill, and Residence Inn for less than $20 for day) You literally walk across to beach and Pier 60 area is right there. Many shops off the beach area that are worth browsing as well as local bars and restaurants Easy to get to , straight shot from Tampa airport, over the bridge and your there!
Nat C
Nat C
7. January, 2021.
Worth the parking wait What a gorgeous beach. Powder white sand. Plenty of space. Nice waves. Parking is a challenge. Parking is sporadic and hard to find.
Prizzis
Prizzis
7. January, 2021.
Endless beach An immense, wide beach where you can walk for hours or even days. It is lined with the dense row of big hotels, though.
Teresa K
Teresa K
4. January, 2021.
Clearwater Beach Beach was very nice. If you don’t have your own chairs you can rent some. There’s a lot of seagulls around . Be careful if you want to eat chips or anything they will surround you. Besides that you will be satisfied with the area.
Michael R
Michael R
3. January, 2021.
Very nice place First time here and i must say this is a very nice beach, i have no complaints and anyone planning to come to clearwater should definitely do so. I highly recommend ????
circlemfarms
circlemfarms
3. January, 2021.
Nice!! Simple review.. Crowded so show up early to park and get a spot.. But very worth at least a day or two of any vacation! Clean.. have to give Clearwater credit.. it was super clean!!
OKY M
OKY M
2. January, 2021.
Plage ???? tres belles ! La Plage est facile d’accès et très belle ! Le sable blanc magnifique! C est une grande plage idéale avec les enfants
Sandrinna8
Sandrinna8
1. January, 2021.
Clearwater beach review The sand is super soft it does not stick to the skin the water is very clear and cold the beach is very clean and organized.