Barefoot Bay Resort and MarinavsGrand Hyatt Tampa Bay
Both Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay and Barefoot Bay Resort and Marina are praised by professionals. On balance, Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay is preferred by most writers compared to Barefoot Bay Resort and Marina. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay is ranked #9 in Tampa Bay Area with endorsements from 4 sources including Gayot, Zagat and oyster.com.
Barefoot Bay Resort and Marina
401 East Shore Drive, Clearwater, FL 33767
From $100/night
- Free Internet
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Dry Cleaning
Frommer's
"A family-owned-and-operated motel on the bay, Barefoot Bay offers clean, comfortable apartment-like accommodations at great prices." Full review
Rough Guide
"This small, family-owned hotel, perched on Clearwater Bay, offers a variety of brightly painted rooms with fridge and microwave. $80."
Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
2900 Bayport Drive, Tampa, FL 33607
From $179/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"Situated on the western edge of Tampa, near the airport and overlooking the Courtney Campbell Causeway, the Grand Hyatt has a lot to offer—both in its guest rooms and on the property." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Grand Hyatt is essentially an airport hotel that caters to business travelers, but its lovely location on a 35-acre nature preserve makes it feel more like a resort." Full review
Star Service
"This luxurious property is Hyatt's flagship in this gulf coast city and a high watermark for the chain." Full review
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There are four bars to choose from, including one adjoining Armani’s poolside venue and one attached to the lobby.
Gayot
"With 22,000 square-feet of meeting space, this hotel is one of the most popular sites in the area for fly-in conferences and business get-togethers."
Zagat
4.0
""Beautiful" views and two pools await at this "low-key" hotel, located on a 350-acre wildlife preserve that includes a "lovely" nature trail."
The Telegraph
8.0
"One of Tampa’s flagship hotels, with a strong focus on business travellers but with plenty for holidaymakers to enjoy." Full review