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Sandpearl ResortvsRenaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel

Both Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel and Sandpearl Resort are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Sandpearl Resort ranks significantly better than Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel. Sandpearl Resort is ranked #2 in Tampa Bay Area with recommendations from 8 reviewers like Fodor's, Gayot and Travel + Leisure.

Sandpearl Resort
9/10
500 Mandalay Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33767
From $241/night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Frommer's Frommer's
"A lagoon-style beachfront pool is the way to go, unless, of course, you want to dip into Sandpearl's life-enriching programs that take you on guided kayaking tours." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This hotel opened in 2007 and remains the premier venue for both individuals and gatherings, with some of the most attractive accommodations and best grub on the central gulf coast." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This gorgeous resort operates with a "save the environment" mentality."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Exudes history throughout its halls and in its coastal-chic rooms. All have a water view." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The most sophisticated digs in this part of the Gulf Coast, with citrus-hued rooms and apartment-like suites." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"Sandpearl Resort is a 253-room luxury hotel located directly on the white sands of Clearwater Beach, and is popular with families, couples, and corporate meeting groups." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"From the welcome Champagne at check-in to the classic orchids-and-palms décor, this Four-Diamond deluxe property exudes old-world glamour and sophistication in an elegantly unpretentious style." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
""You would think you were on a tropical island" at the former Clearwater Beach Hotel, now an LEED Silver–certified beach resort." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Following all the most fashionable trends, it touts an eco-conscious spa, boat slips, 253 sandy-hued rooms and suites with dark-wood furniture and Gulf-gazing balconies." Full review
Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel
7/10
4200 Jim Walter Blvd., Tampa, FL 33607
From $172/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Gayot Gayot
"Guests can enjoy the amenities of a high-class hotel with the convenient proximity of the airport, fine dining and shopping. The smoke-free rooms are comfy."
Zagat Zagat
4.0
"Shopaholics praise this "beautiful" hotel's "perfect" location next to Tampa's "upscale" International Plaza mall, but the "friendly" staff here treats all visitors with "special care"."
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"This four-star, Four-Diamond Renaissance brand 'lifestyle' hotel combines understated opulence with an informal setting." Full review

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