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Tampa Marriott Water Street vs Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key

Tampa Marriott Water Street is a large waterfront Marriott in downtown Tampa that suits business groups, convention attendees, and travelers wanting bay views and city access. Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key is an established Marriott all-suite beach resort on Sand Key for travelers prioritizing direct beach access and resort amenities.

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Rooftop pool with cabanas and city skyline at Tampa Marriott Water Street.

Tampa Marriott Water Street

Downtown · Waterfront · Meetings

Best for downtown access, conventions, and waterfront dining steps from the Tampa Riverwalk and convention center.

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Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key, Clearwater Beach, Florida

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key

Beachfront · All-suite · Resort

Best for easy beach access, suites with balconies, and a traditional resort layout on Sand Key with on-site beach shuttle.

Quick Verdict: Tampa Marriott Water Street vs Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key

When Tampa Marriott Water Street wins: Choose Tampa Marriott Water Street if you want downtown convenience — walking access to the Riverwalk, Amalie Arena and the Tampa Convention Center — plus more and larger meeting/event venues and a lively mix of on-site restaurants.

When Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key wins: Choose Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key if your priority is staying near the sand with full-service resort amenities, an all-suite room inventory with private balconies, an on-site spa, and family-friendly beach programming.

Bottom line: Pick Tampa Marriott Water Street for city-facing trips, meetings, and nightlife; pick Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key for beach-focused stays and suite-style rooms with resort leisure facilities.

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Tampa Marriott Water Street vs Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for Tampa Marriott Water Street and Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key
CategoryTampa Marriott Water StreetClearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key
Overall vibeLarge downtown waterfront hotel focused on events, dining, and city accessEstablished all-suite resort on Sand Key with beach-resort amenities
Location505 Water Street, Tampa — on the Tampa Riverwalk and adjacent to the convention center1201 Gulf Blvd, Clearwater Beach — on Sand Key with beach access and free shuttle to the sand
Size (rooms)About 727 guest rooms and suites (property meeting/wedding pages)220 guestrooms
Audience / age policyAll ages; family-friendly, children welcome (up to 2 children 20 and under stay free using existing bedding)
Pools & outdoorHeated rooftop outdoor pool (3rd floor) with hot tub, loungers and pool bar; cabanas available for a feeOutdoor pool, hot tub, children's pool and poolside bar; complimentary beach shuttle to Sand Key
Restaurants & barsMultiple outlets including Riverwalk Terrace, Anchor and Brine, Lona, PERK, Pool Bar & Grill, Bright Ice, A La CarteFour restaurants including Watercolour Grillhouse plus a coffee shop/café and poolside bar
Spa & wellnessSpa services available at Spa by JW at the adjacent JW Marriott (connected by skybridge); on-site fitness center complimentaryFull-service on-site spa with treatments plus a 24-hour fitness center
Meetings & eventsExtensive event capacity (~50,000 sq ft reported, many ballrooms and meeting rooms) and immediately adjacent to Tampa Convention CenterConference space ~1,090 sq meters (about 11,729 sq ft) with 12 meeting rooms
Parking & transportValet parking (fee), EV charging, close to streetcar/water taxi and walkable city attractionsSelf parking and valet (surcharges), preferred airport listed as Tampa International (TPA); complimentary beach shuttle
Known forConvention and event capacity, riverfront dining and downtown accessSand Key beachfront location, all-suite rooms with balconies, resort amenities

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Location: Downtown waterfront vs Sand Key beachfront

Tampa Marriott Water Street – Location

Tampa Marriott Water Street sits on Water Street with direct access to the Tampa Riverwalk and convention center.

  • Walk to Tampa Riverwalk, Amalie Arena, Florida Aquarium and the Tampa Convention Center in minutes.
  • Near water-taxi stops and the TECO Line heritage streetcar for trips to Ybor City.
  • City-center setting means restaurants, nightlife, museums and meeting venues are within easy reach.

Choose Tampa Marriott Water Street if you want to be in the middle of downtown Tampa and close to event venues.

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key – Location

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key sits on Sand Key with direct access to nearby beaches and parkland.

  • Located at 1201 Gulf Blvd on Sand Key, a short drive from Clearwater Beach and Pier 60.
  • Complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the sand straightforward.
  • Proximity to Sand Key Park and nearby water activities such as kayaking, sailing and snorkeling.

Choose Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key for a beach-focused stay with easy access to Clearwater’s shoreline.

Rooms: City rooms and suites vs all-suite resort rooms

Tampa Marriott Water Street – Rooms

Tampa Marriott Water Street offers a broad mix of rooms and suites, including waterfront views and balcony options.

  • Room types include Room, Deluxe Room, Balcony, Room, Water View, and Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony.
  • Select rooms feature balconies and some rooms have Stay Well wellness technology.
  • Complimentary Wi‑Fi for Marriott Bonvoy members and in-room conveniences for business and leisure travelers.

If you want varied room types with some balcony and water-view choices in an urban setting, Tampa is the pick.

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key – Rooms

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key is primarily suites, many with waterfront views and private balconies.

  • Room types listed include Suite, 1 Bedroom; Suite, 1 Bedroom (View); 1 King Bed Suite, Waterfront View, Sofa Bed, Balcony and similar accessible suite variants.
  • 220 guestrooms with pillowtop beds, refrigerators, LCD TVs and private balconies in many units.
  • Housekeeping on request and accessible room options are available.

If you prefer suite-style accommodations and private balcony views near the beach, Sand Key’s property is more residential-resort in character.

Dining & drinks: More urban variety vs resort dining

Tampa Marriott Water Street – Dining & drinks

Tampa Marriott Water Street is positioned as a dining destination with several distinct outlets.

  • On-site options include Riverwalk Terrace (breakfast/brunch), Anchor and Brine (seafood), Lona (Mexican), PERK café and Bright Ice.
  • Pool Bar & Grill serves snacks and sandwiches at the rooftop pool; in-room dining is available via A La Carte.
  • Good fit for guests who want dinner options without leaving the hotel and for groups entertaining clients, family or colleagues.

Tampa wins for variety and urban restaurant concepts with waterfront terraces and bar scenes.

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key – Dining & drinks

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key has a smaller, resort-style dining lineup.

  • Four restaurants including Watercolour Grillhouse plus a coffee shop/café and poolside bar.
  • Cooked-to-order breakfasts are offered for a fee with weekday and weekend service windows noted in the supplier listing.
  • Poolside and beach-adjacent dining suits daytime resort rhythms and family meals.

Clearwater offers convenient, family-friendly resort dining focused on seaside service rather than a large urban mix.

Pools & beach (the hotel's signature amenity)

Tampa Marriott Water Street – Pools & beach (the hotel's signature amenity)

Tampa Marriott Water Street centers outdoor leisure on a heated rooftop pool with bay views and a pool bar.

  • Rooftop outdoor pool on the third floor with hot tub, loungers and towels provided.
  • Pool hours generally run from early morning to late evening; cabanas/ palapas available for a fee.
  • No direct ocean/beach access — best for bay views and city-side pool time.

Pick Tampa for a rooftop pool with city and bay views, not direct beach access.

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key – Pools & beach (the hotel's signature amenity)

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key focuses on beach access and family pool amenities.

  • Outdoor pool, hot tub and a children’s pool plus poolside bar service and pool cabanas (surcharge).
  • Complimentary beach shuttle connects guests to Sand Key and nearby Clearwater Beach.
  • Water-sports options and nearby snorkeling, sailing and kayaking listed among resort activities.

Pick Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key if you want resort pools plus convenient beach access.

Wellness & nightlife: Spa access vs on-site spa and quieter evenings

Tampa Marriott Water Street – Wellness & nightlife

Tampa customers use the on-site fitness center and access Spa by JW at the adjacent JW Marriott via skybridge.

  • Complimentary redesigned fitness center on-site; 24-hour access to a connected JW fitness center via skybridge.
  • Spa treatments are provided at Spa by JW at the JW Marriott (connected property) with multiple treatment rooms and signature facials.
  • Evenings in downtown Tampa offer bars, riverwalk strolls and nearby cultural venues for nightlife.

Choose Tampa if you want city nightlife plus spa treatments accessible through the connected JW Marriott.

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key – Wellness & nightlife

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key offers an on-site full-service spa and resort-style relaxation.

  • Full-service spa with massage, body treatments and facials; reservations recommended in advance.
  • 24-hour fitness center on site and wheelchair-accessible spa facilities.
  • Quieter beachfront evenings focused on sunset viewing and family-friendly resort activities.

Choose Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key if you want an on-site spa and beachside quiet after sunset.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for conventions & big events
Spacious hotel lobby seating area with tall columns at Tampa Marriott Water Street.

Tampa Marriott Water Street

Tampa Marriott Water Street — much larger event space and immediate adjacency to the Tampa Convention Center.

Best for beach stays
Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key, Clearwater Beach, Florida

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key — direct Sand Key location with a complimentary beach shuttle.

Best for varied on-site dining
Intimate lounge seating with modern chairs and blue artwork at Tampa Marriott Water Street.

Tampa Marriott Water Street

Tampa Marriott Water Street — a wider mix of restaurants and bars including seafood, Mexican and brunch concepts.

Best for suite-style rooms
Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key, Clearwater Beach, Florida

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key — primarily suite accommodations, many with balconies and waterfront views.

Frequently asked questions

Tampa Marriott Water Street vs Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key: FAQs

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Which hotel is better for a convention or corporate meeting?

Tampa Marriott Water Street — it offers much more meeting and event space and sits adjacent to the Tampa Convention Center.

Which hotel is closer to swimming on the Gulf of Mexico?

Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort & Suites on Sand Key — it’s on Sand Key with a free beach shuttle to Sand Key and close driving distance to Clearwater Beach and Pier 60.

Can I get spa treatments at both hotels?

Yes. Clearwater has a full-service on-site spa; Tampa guests use Spa by JW at the adjacent JW Marriott, reachable via skybridge.

Are both hotels family-friendly?

Yes — both properties welcome families and children and are not adults-only properties.

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