HOLIDAY INN & SUITES CLEARWATER BEACH BY IHG, Clearwater Beach

Located on the Gulf of Mexico, the hotel sits on the beachfront with direct pool and deck access to the water. The main Clearwater Beach promenade, with its restaurants, bars, and shops, is within a five-minute walk. Pier 60 is about 2 km away, and Clearwater Marine Aquarium is 3 km from the hotel. Many dining and entertainment options are within easy walking distance, making a car unnecessary for most activities. Tampa International Airport is approximately 40 minutes by car; airport shuttle service is not available.

Standard rooms are compact but include a flat-screen cable TV, coffee and tea facilities, ironing equipment, and an en suite bathroom with granite countertops and free toiletries. All rooms have mini-fridges and microwaves, and most have a private balcony, though a few do not. Suites offer a separate living area with a wet bar, microwave, and refrigerator; one-bedroom suites typically have two bathrooms, while standard rooms have one. Gulf-view rooms and suites overlook the Gulf of Mexico, while city-view rooms face inland. Some rooms have been updated with vinyl flooring and new furniture, though many rooms are described as dated with older carpet and worn furnishings. Air conditioning is available but can be noisy. Road-facing or poolside rooms may experience sound from live music until 11:00 PM. Rooms with a sofa bed are available for families, and connecting rooms can be requested. Rollaway beds are available for $10.00 per night plus tax, subject to space and fire code.

Breakfast is available for an additional charge, typically $12 USD, and is served as a cooked-to-order menu most days or a buffet on busier days. The on-site restaurant, Jimmy's Fish House & Iguana Bar, is open daily from 09:00 to 20:00 and offers an à la carte menu of American and seafood dishes. Rum Runner's Tiki Bar provides drinks and a snack menu by the pool. The Parlor Donuts and coffee shop in the lobby serves coffee, donuts, and light snacks (hours may vary; donuts often sell out by mid-afternoon). Jimmy's Stone Creek Coffee Shop offers additional coffee and light snack options. A kid-friendly buffet is available, and kids' meals are free with the appropriate voucher from the front desk.

The Gulf-front outdoor pool is heated and open daily from 09:00 to 23:00. It features a pool bar, sun loungers, beach towels, a shallow end, and a fence around the pool. Towels are available at the pool. The pool deck offers a direct view of the Gulf and sunsets. There is no hot tub or spa on the property. The fitness centre is open generally from 05:00 to 23:00 and has adequate equipment. A full-service beauty salon, the Games Room, and the gift shop are on-site. Off-site activities such as fishing, golf, parasailing, scuba diving, and deep-sea fishing can be arranged for an additional charge. Live music and live sport events are broadcast for free in the bar area.

Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Parking is available on-site for $20.00 per night plus tax, one vehicle per reservation; additional vehicles are $25.00 per night if space allows. The parking garage has 80-inch clearance and does not accommodate electric vehicles. The 24-hour front desk can assist with late check-out requests (subject to availability). Luggage storage is available free of charge. Daily housekeeping is free; dry cleaning and laundry are available for an additional charge. A business centre, fax/photocopying, and meeting/banquet facilities are on-site. Safety deposit boxes are available at the front desk for free. The hotel has a lift, though some elevators have been reported out of service. Accessible rooms and accessible parking are available. The property is smoke-free; non-smoking throughout. Grocery deliveries can be arranged for an additional charge. Accepted payment methods include American Express, Visa, Diners Club, JCB, Discover, Carte Blanche, and MasterCard.