Grand Hyatt Tampa BayvsOpal Sands Resort & Spa
Both Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay and Opal Sands Resort are recommended by professionals. On balance, Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay is preferred by most professionals compared to Opal Sands Resort. Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay has a TripExpert Score of 88 with accolades from 6 reviewers including Oyster, The Telegraph and Zagat.
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
Opal Sands Resort & Spa
430 South Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767
From $297/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
The Telegraph
8.0
"A grand, glittering high-rise resort at the southern end of Clearwater Beach, with its curved, glass-fronted design providing ocean views from every room and an ultra-modern ambience." Full review
Jetsetter
"A brand-new resort on the best beach in America, according to TripAdvisor, including a suite option." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The glistening-white, semicircular facade of Opal Sands Resort is the talk of Clearwater Beach, where the resort is the latest addition to the luxurious Opal Collection." Full review