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COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT OPAL SANDS RESORT


Location

Opal Sands is a full-service waterfront resort within easy walking distance of the Clearwater Beach Walk’s shops and restaurants, with access to the white sand of Clearwater Beach. Our Florida resort consists of an on-site full-service spa, zero entry pool and sundeck, two restaurants, and 230 guestrooms. We’re also conveniently located one mile from our sister property, the Sandpearl Resort!

 

We offer a variety of water view room and suite options for your unique travel needs, including one- and two-bedroom accommodations.

 

Our hotel is conveniently located on Clearwater Beach and a short walk away from the beachfront shopping and dining of the Clearwater Beach Walk.

 

St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is about 15 miles from the resort and Tampa International Airport (TPA) is 23 miles from the resort. While this hotel doesn’t provide an airport shuttle, our concierge will be happy to organize transportation for you!

Amenities

Please click here to see the full list of what’s included in the resort fee.

 

Valet parking is available for a nightly fee (please note that Opal Sands is a valet parking only property for both hotel and restaurant guest).

 

Yes! The full-service Opal Spa is on site. Additionally, the Spa at the Sandpearl, our sister property, is one mile away.

 

Breakfast: Sea-Guini
Lunch: Sea-Guini, Sandbar
Dinner: Sea-Guini, Sandbar

Light fare: Reflections Poolside Bar

Dining reservations can be made for dinner and are highly recommended. Click the Book Now button and select Eat & Drink to reserve a table. Room service is also available.

 

Yes, we offer special holiday menus, packages, and seasonally inspired activities to celebrate the holidays at Opal Sands.

 

There are so many things to do at Opal Sands Resort! In addition to our on-zero edge pool, cornhole, and complimentary bike rentals, local attractions like the Clearwater Beach Aquarium and Baseball Spring Training are just moments away.

 

No, you do not need to reserve a chair by our pool. Pool chairs at our Clearwater Beach resort are first come, first serve. Poolside cabanas are also available for rent. Please note that the pool is for hotel guests only.

 

Yes, we dry cleaning services Monday through Saturday at Opal Sands.

Fitness

Whether you’re looking to book a golf lesson at a nearby Clearwater golf course, restaurant hop and shop on Clearwater Beach, or go on a kayak excursion, there are so many things to explore on your next Florida vacation! Our hotel team can’t wait to help you plan your unique Florida vacation.

Our fitness center with cardio and strength equipment is open 24-hours a day.

Reservations

Yes, there’s a $30 extra person fee per person, per night after the second adult.

Reserve a room at our Clearwater luxury resort online or through our reservations department. Already made a reservation? Retrieve your booking details here. For restaurant reservations, click the Book Now button and select Eat & Drink.

Opal Sand Resort’s cancellation policy varies based on stay date and rate type (for instance an Advance Purchase rate has a stricter cancellation policy than most rates). Our deposit and standard cancellation policies are listed here.

Check into our Clearwater Beach resort is at 4pm and check out is at 11am.

Our resort does not offer rollaways, however we do have cribs, high chairs, and booster seats available upon request.

Our pet-friendly Florida resort welcomes well-mannered dogs 30 lbs. or less. Our pet fee is $100 per night, per dog. For more information on our dog policy please click here.

OPAL gift cards and amenities are available via the links in our footer. Please contact the reservations department at least 24 hours prior to arrival to pay for all or part of a guest’s stay. Our staff will be happy to send you a Sertifi link so that you can submit your payment information securely and electronically.

Miscellaneous

Congratulations! We’re honored to be a part of your celebration. Opal Sands offers a variety of indoor and outdoor event space options. Our sales team can’t wait to help you start planning your intimate, oceanfront wedding today! Fill out the Gather form via our Book Now button to begin.