CAMELOT BEACH SUITES, Clearwater Beach

The hotel is situated directly across the street from Clearwater Beach, one of the top-rated public beaches in the U.S. The location is a 1-minute walk from the sand, providing immediate beach access. Many restaurants, bars, and shops are within a 5-minute walk along Mandalay Avenue, including Palm Pavilion Beachside Grill & Bar (0.5 km) and Frenchy's Original Cafe (0.5 km). Pier 60 is a 1 km walk, and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium is 1 km away. The nearest airport is St. Petersburg-Clearwater Airport (16 km); Tampa International Airport is about 32 km away (45-60 minutes by car). The hotel does not provide an airport shuttle, so a car or rideshare is recommended for airport transfers.

Accommodations range from studio layouts (one large room) to one-bedroom suites with a separate bedroom; a few units have a door to the bedroom, but most are open studio-style. All rooms include a fully equipped kitchen with a stovetop, full-size refrigerator, microwave, cookware, dishes, and a dining area. Private bathrooms come with a shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Rooms are air-conditioned and have heating, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, tea/coffee maker, ironing facilities, and free Wi-Fi. There are no private balconies; rooms open onto an exterior walkway that wraps around the second floor, with views of the pool area. The property is non-smoking indoors, but designated smoking areas are available on the rooftop sundeck and around the property. Units are retro in style but well-maintained and freshly renovated in some rooms. Ground-floor rooms are available upon request and may be preferred for easier access.

There is no restaurant, bar, or breakfast service on site. However, every room is equipped with a full kitchen including a stovetop, full-size refrigerator, microwave, cookware, utensils, dishes, and a toaster oven, making self-catering straightforward. The property also has BBQ facilities on the rooftop terrace with gas grills and seating, ideal for cooking meals. If you prefer not to cook, numerous restaurants are within a 0.3-0.5 km walk, including Palm Pavilion Beachside Grill & Bar, Clear Sky Cafe, Frenchy's Original Cafe, and Godfather's Pizza. Grocery deliveries are available for an additional charge.

The centerpiece of leisure is the heated outdoor swimming pool, available all year. The pool has a shallow end, making it family-friendly, and is stocked with swimming pool toys, such as floats and skim boards. Sun loungers, beach chairs, and umbrellas are provided poolside, along with pool/beach towels (available upon request, free of charge as long as returned). The rooftop sundeck features gas grills, a bar-height seating area, and lounge chairs, offering a quieter space for evening relaxation. The property also has a sun terrace with outdoor furniture. Beach access is directly across the street, and the hotel provides beach chairs, umbrellas, and sunscreen for borrowing. A park with a pickleball court is adjacent to the hotel.

Free high-speed Wi-Fi is available in all rooms and common areas. Parking includes 10 free on-site spots (first-come, first-served) and free passes for metered street parking within a 2-block radius; street meters are free from 20:00 to 08:00. Luggage storage is free and available for early arrivals or late departures. Express check-in/out and private check-in/out are offered. The office is staffed until 16:00, with after-hours phone support. Pets are allowed on request with a one-time fee of $75 plus tax per pet; service dogs are exempt from fees. The property is non-smoking indoors, with designated outdoor smoking areas. Accessible parking is available. Accepted payment methods include American Express, Visa, Discover, and MasterCard. CCTV and key card access enhance security.