Dolphin Sands Clearwater Beach, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotels
Ascend Collection
9 (1519 reviews)
655 South Gulfview Boulevard , Clearwater Beach , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean facilities
Cons:
Restaurant service issues
Noise from workers in the morning

Categories

Cleanliness
8.75
The hotel is clean and the staff is nice.
Service
9.25
Staff, especially Mariah and Victor, received high praise for their accommodating and friendly service.
Location
9.25
The location is excellent with everything nearby and within walking distance.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms are great and well-maintained.
Amenities
8.75
Amenities like the private beach and pool were enjoyed.
Value for Money
9.25
Overall, the value offered with the location and amenities is good.
Food and Beverage
8.75
The bar service and drinks received positive mentions, though some concerns about restaurant service.
Overall Experience
9.25
Many guests had a wonderful experience despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 06:07

Property Description

Beachfront Paradise with Spectacular Views

Luxurious Amenities: Guests can unwind in beach cabanas, take a dip in the heated pool, and savor delicious American cuisine at the on-site restaurant.

Convenience at Your Fingertips: Enjoy free WiFi, weekday newspapers, and laundry facilities. Each room is equipped with modern comforts like a microwave, refrigerator, and flat-screen TV.

Prime Location: With Sand Key Park and Clearwater Pass at your doorstep, explore Pier 60 for shopping and entertainment, or visit the Clearwater Marine Aquarium just a stone's throw away.

Experience the ultimate beach getaway at Winter the Dolphins Beach Club, Ascend Hotel Collection.

Important information:

Please note that parking is available for 1 vehicle per room.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: TPA

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1519 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.75
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 9.25
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wendyhK6946VM Family
10
Great trip
Pros:

We stayed at the Dolphin Sands! Nice place. Staff was good. Exception was Mel who helped us at the beach! I use a cane ,temporarily. Mel was very helpful to make it easier for me to get around the beach and into the water!!!!!

2026-08-08 via Tripadvisor
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EMERSON family_with_children br
7
Razoável
Pros:

Localização

Cons:

Instalações antigas , valor muito alto para a qualidade do Hotel

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Robert couple us
9
I visit this location twice a year. Always enjoy my stay.
Pros:

Location is great. Hotel is clean. Staff is attentive and helpful. Price Is good.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Iliana couple us
10
Lo recomiendo
Pros:

Me gusto es cómodo limpio tiene todo cerca el personal es amable

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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245annaclaudiad Friends getaway
10
Great
Pros:

Mark is such a great guy , helped us out 10/10.
!!!

2026-08-05 via Tripadvisor
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reneedK7142YH Family
10
Great place!
Pros:

Mark at the beach was amazing! Friendly, helpful, and the beach looked amazing every day! I’d come back bc of him! The front desk service was very nice as well:)

2026-08-05 via Tripadvisor
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telizabeth19997 Family
10
Breathtakingly amazing & relaxing
Pros:

The location is amazing! Private beach is a must have for sure now, Mark does an incredible job at keeping it clean. The staff is so friendly and caring, and it shows in the appearance of the hotel and beach. The beach is clean, evenly spaced with chairs and umbrellas for guests ($25-35) , and they offer beach towels for free! At your service food and drinks with an incredible view! It truly doesn’t get better than this and it’s a very reasonable price!

2026-08-05 via Tripadvisor
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Demirovic family_with_children us
4
Pros:

The location was good.

Cons:

During my 10-day stay, my room was cleaned only once.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Chisenall solo_traveller us
8
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Susan couple us
10
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Ramos couple us
10
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Vivian couple us
10
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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bruno couple ch
7
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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lkwoosw Family
10
Beautiful location private beach friendly staff
Pros:

Excellent location private beach friendly staff
Jace was excellent help with local activities transportation and restaurants I will definitely be back also great breakfast lunch and dinner across the street Gavadiers Italian Restaurant great food and service

2026-07-31 via Tripadvisor
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LynneDan6251 Solo travel
10
Had a great time despite being nickeled and dimed by the hotel.
Pros:

Mark on the beach was awesome. He talked to everyone and kept making sure everyone was all set and didn’t need anything. Out of your way hospitality. The pool was awesome as was the beach. Rooms are old but all we did was shower and sleep so it wasn’t an issue. We prefer rooms with kitchenettes but made due with what was there. Paying $25 a day for parking at a hotel is so wrong in my opinion and is a reason we will not go back there, that and the daily $10 fees for water you didn’t ask for and Beach Towels! Come on! That’s usually a courtesy thing even at crappy hotels.

2026-07-29 via Tripadvisor
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ceciliay261 Family
10
Service
Pros:

Mark was very kind and brought a positive energy! The beach was very clean and Mark made sure to check in on us!

2026-07-29 via Tripadvisor
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dspnsr Family
10
Beaching
Pros:

Clean rooms. Loved the beach. Mark with beach was very friendly and helpful. Ashley from the snack bar was very friendly as well.

2026-07-29 via Tripadvisor
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jenh372 Friends getaway
10
Girls trip
Pros:

All staff is very helpful. Mariah at the front desk is amazing. Mark with the cabanas is helpful as well.

2026-07-29 via Tripadvisor
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Jolietravels3 Friends getaway
10
Enjoyable Get-a-way
Pros:

I really enjoyed my time here. Everything was super clean and all of the staff are friendly and very accommodating about everything. I ate at the beach bar and the restaurant and both were excellent.

2026-07-29 via Tripadvisor
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Meander57075625842 Couples
10
Summer vacation
Pros:

Mark was absolutely excellent. Very kind and cared for our needs. Beautiful service and excellent experience. Will be back again

2026-07-29 via Tripadvisor