
Tampa Marriott Water Street
Best for conference attendees, groups, and families who want downtown access to the Riverwalk and Tampa Convention Center.
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Tampa Marriott Water Street is a bayfront, convention-oriented Marriott in downtown Tampa that suits business groups and families who want immediate access to the Riverwalk and the convention center. JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa is an upscale beachfront JW Marriott with a full-service spa and beachfront location—read this if you’re weighing a city/convention stay against a Gulf-facing beach retreat.
Updated · about 34–38 km apart (roughly 21–24 miles)

Best for conference attendees, groups, and families who want downtown access to the Riverwalk and Tampa Convention Center.

Best for beach-focused stays, spa time, and guests who want direct access to Clearwater Beach and beachfront dining.
Tampa Marriott Water Street wins when you need proximity to downtown Tampa attractions, a large amount of flexible meeting and event space, or a family-friendly base with varied on-site dining. Its rooftop pool, waterfront restaurants, and convention-adjacent location make it the practical choice for business and mixed-purpose trips.
JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa wins when your priority is sand-and-sea access, a dedicated full-service spa, and a beachfront resort feel. Choose the JW for beach days, spa treatments, and a resort layout where the ocean is the primary draw.
Bottom line: pick Tampa Marriott Water Street for meetings, city sightseeing, and family convenience; pick JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa for direct beach access, spa-centric relaxation, and a traditional resort stay on Clearwater Beach.
| Category | Tampa Marriott Water Street | JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Modern bayfront city hotel — business and family oriented | Upscale beachfront resort and spa — leisure and relaxation focused |
| Location | Downtown Tampa on the Riverwalk, steps from Amalie Arena and Convention Center | On Clearwater Beach at 691 S Gulfview Blvd — beachfront, near Pier 60 and Sand Key Park |
| Size (rooms) | About 727 guest rooms and suites (hotel lists large guestroom inventory) | 198 air-conditioned rooms and residences listed |
| Audience / ages | All-ages; family-friendly (children welcome) | All-ages; not adults-only per property listing |
| Pools & water access | One heated rooftop outdoor pool with hot tub and pool bar; bayfront setting (no beach) | One outdoor pool and direct beach access; poolside bar and beachfront activities available |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site outlets (Anchor and Brine, Lona, Riverwalk Terrace, PERK, Pool Bar & Grill, Bright Ice, A La Carte) | Three restaurants, coffee shop/cafe, poolside bar and 2 bars/lounges; room service available (limited hours) |
| Spa & wellness | No full-service spa on property; guests can access Spa by JW at the adjacent JW Marriott Tampa Water Street via skybridge | Full-service spa offering massages, facials and body treatments; reservations required for treatments |
| Meetings & events | Extensive conference and ballroom space (tens of thousands of sq ft; multiple ballrooms and dozens of meeting rooms) — convention-ready | Conference space approx. 14,000 sq ft with 6 meeting rooms — suitable for smaller meetings and beach events |
| Known for | Convention proximity, Tampa Riverwalk access, rooftop pool and waterfront dining | Beachfront location on Clearwater Beach, spa services, and proximity to Pier 60 and Sand Key Park |
| Accessibility & family services | Accessible features, family programming and kid-friendly amenities; pet policy with fee | Accessible rooms and features listed, family-friendly; some mobility-accessible room types shown |
Tampa Marriott Water Street sits on the Tampa Riverwalk in the Channelside/Water Street district, steps from the convention center and arena.
Choose the Tampa hotel for city sightseeing, arena events, and convention proximity.
JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa is on Clearwater Beach, literally steps from the sand and beach promenade.
Choose the JW for easy beach access and seaside walks at Clearwater Beach.
Tampa Marriott Water Street’s room mix is large and oriented toward groups, many rooms with balconies and water views.
The Tampa property is strong on standard hotel rooms and group blocks for conventions and weddings.
JW Clearwater lists 198 air‑conditioned rooms and several residential suites with private balconies and beach or intracoastal views.
The JW provides beachfront rooms and multi‑bedroom residences useful for family beach stays.
Tampa Marriott Water Street has a broad slate of on-site restaurants covering breakfast through dinner and casual to upscale choices.
Tampa is a dining destination within the hotel—good variety for groups and families.
JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa lists 3 restaurants, a coffee shop/cafe and bars, with an emphasis on seafood and beachfront dining.
The JW focuses on beachside dining and resort-style meal options; expect ocean views from many outlets.
Tampa Marriott Water Street’s signature amenity is its rooftop outdoor pool with bay views and adjacent Pool Bar & Grill.
Pick Tampa for a rooftop pool with city and bay views tied to downtown access.
The JW’s primary draw is beachfront access, with an outdoor pool plus direct entry to Clearwater Beach.
Pick the JW if the beach and ocean-front pool time are core to your trip.
Tampa Marriott Water Street connects by skybridge to Spa by JW at the adjacent JW Marriott Tampa Water Street for treatments; on-site nightlife is driven by restaurants and nearby downtown venues.
Tampa combines off-site full spa access with lively city nightlife and event programming.
JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa includes a full-service spa on site and resort-style wellness programming.
The JW suits guests prioritizing on-site spa time, fitness and sunset drinks by the water.

Tampa Marriott Water Street — far more and larger meeting rooms, adjacent to the Tampa Convention Center.

JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa — beachfront location with direct sand access and ocean views.

Tampa Marriott Water Street — walking access to Riverwalk, aquarium, and family-friendly on-site dining.

JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa — on-site full-service spa and resort wellness programming.
Tampa Marriott Water Street — it has far larger and more flexible meeting and ballroom space and sits next to the Tampa Convention Center.
JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa — it’s on Clearwater Beach with direct access to the sand and beachside dining and activities.
Yes — the hotel connects via skybridge to Spa by JW at the adjacent JW Marriott Tampa Water Street; that spa has treatment suites and requires reservations for services.
Yes. Both properties accept children and offer family-friendly room types; neither is adults-only.
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