Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, Ascend Hotel Collection – A Favorite for Families in Clearwater Beach
About the Hotel
Rooms with Ocean Views
Winter The Dolphin's Beach Club offers 91 eco-friendly marine life-themed rooms, many with balconies or partial waterfront views. Room types include Poolside Rooms with direct pool access, Family Suites with extra space for kids, and Beachfront View rooms facing Clearwater Beach. All rooms have free WiFi, a mini-fridge, microwave, and Keurig coffee maker.
On-Site Dining Options
Cabanas Coastal Grill serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with locally sourced seafood, pasta, and plant-based options. Cabanas Beachside offers outdoor dining with grouper sandwiches, rum runners, and kid-friendly meals. Signature frozen drinks include Pineapple Mango Madness and Cabana Banana. The 24-hour IHOP on-site provides round-the-clock breakfast.
Beach & Pool Activities
The hotel has a heated beachfront pool, sun deck with lounge chairs, and direct access to Clearwater Beach. Guests can rent bikes, join dolphin tours, or attend marine education sessions by Clearwater Marine Aquarium staff. Weekly live entertainment and eco-friendly cruises are available.
Prime Beachside Location
The hotel is steps from Clearwater Beach, Pier 60, and Sand Key Park. Nearby attractions include Clearwater Marine Aquarium (6 minutes away), Sunsets at Pier 60, and Caladesi Island. The Segway Adventure and Clearwater Yacht Club are within 0.5 km.
Eco-Friendly Services
The hotel supports marine conservation with a $9.95 daily fee funding Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Services include beach chair rentals, bike access, and reusable cups. ADA-accessible rooms have roll-in showers and grab bars. The front desk sells aquarium tickets and souvenirs.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Private beach
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Children
- Cots
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Live entertainment
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
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