Sheraton Sand Key ResortvsTradewinds Island Grand
Both properties are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Sheraton Sand Key Resort ranks slightly better than TradeWinds Island Grand Resort. Sheraton Sand Key Resort scores 85 with positive reviews from 6 sources such as Frommer's, Fodor's and Gayot.
Sheraton Sand Key Resort
1160 Gulf Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33767
From $135/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Set on 10 acres next to Sand Key Park, away from the honky-tonk of Clearwater, this nine-story Spanish-style hotel is a favorite with groups and watersports enthusiasts." Full review
Fodor's
"Expect something special when you stay here, including a modern property and one of the few uncluttered beaches in the area." Full review
Star Service
"Still a family-friendly resort with some serious commercial street-cred, this fine Sheraton pleases a variety of beachcombers, including those with briefcases in tow." Full review
Rough Guide
"One of the best and most popular hotels (especially for conferences) on the St Petersburg beaches, with standard five-star rooms."
Gayot
"The Sand Key area, just south of Clearwater, offers a small cluster of high-rise condos and a few suite hotels such as this one."
Oyster
Upscale
"Sheraton Sand Key Resort is a 390-room upscale property that’s located adjacent to Sand Key Park in Clearwater Beach." Full review
Tradewinds Island Grand
5500 Gulf Blvd., Saint Pete Beach, FL 33706
From $190/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"A maze of brick walkways, patios, and lily ponds connected by a quarter-mile of waterways." Full review
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For a quieter, more intimate experience, check out the resort's sister property, TradeWinds Sandpiper Suites.
Fodor's
"The only resort on the beach offering up its own fireworks display, the island-chic TradeWinds is very popular with foreign travelers and the go-to place for beach weddings." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Deceptively severe-looking from the outside, this resort is fantastic once you explore the walkways, patios, and lily ponds."
Star Service
"Situated next to the less energetic, more intimate Sirata Beach Resort, this is one of a pair of Tradewinds hotels, and it remains the nicer of the two thanks to continuing updates." Full review
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Dining and entertainment venues are varied, with nearly a dozen to choose from.
Gayot
"With a variety of nine restaurants, lots of recreation and a wide range of meeting facilities, this resort is constantly filled with people from all walks of life."