
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites
Best for travelers who want easy access to Pier 60, suite-style rooms and a staffed spa with a rooftop terrace for sunsets.
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Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites is a 4-star, family-friendly suite resort steps from Clearwater Beach with rooftop and spa facilities; read this if you want a central Clearwater Beach base with suites and a strong food-and-spa program. Island Grand at TradeWinds is a large, activity-focused beachfront complex on St. Pete Beach; read this if you need a resort with lots of pools, family activities, and on-site entertainment for kids.
Updated · about 9.6 km apart

Best for travelers who want easy access to Pier 60, suite-style rooms and a staffed spa with a rooftop terrace for sunsets.

Best for families seeking a sprawling beachfront resort with multiple pools, on-site water-park features and lots of kid-focused activities.
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites wins when you want a central Clearwater Beach location, suite options, and on-site dining and spa facilities within a short walk of Pier 60 and the Beach Walk.
Island Grand at TradeWinds wins if your priority is a single big beachfront campus with multiple pools, a water park option, many casual dining outlets and a heavy focus on family activities and entertainment.
Bottom line: choose Hyatt for a compact, amenity-rich Clearwater Beach stay with rooftop and spa amenities; choose Island Grand for a larger St. Pete Beach property with lots of pools and kid-focused programming.
| Category | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites | Island Grand at TradeWinds |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort-casual, suite-forward property with a focus on dining, spa and waterfront views | Wide-ranging, activity-heavy beachfront resort built around pools and family entertainment |
| Location | Steps from Clearwater Beach, Pier 60 and Beach Walk | On St. Pete Beach — directly on the sand at 5500 Gulf Blvd |
| Size (rooms) | 286 rooms and suites | 381 guestrooms |
| Ages | All-ages; Camp Hyatt activities and children's pool | All-ages, family-oriented (children's club available at surcharge) |
| Pools & water features | Heated 8th-floor outdoor pool, separate children's pool, 16th-floor Sky Terrace whirlpool | Five outdoor pools, two hot tubs and water-park access (surcharge) |
| Restaurants & bars | SHOR American Seafood Grill, Tropico Rooftop Cantina, OffSHOR bar, Market and pool bar | Four restaurants, 3 bars/lounges, 2 coffee shops/cafes and pool/beach bars |
| Spa & fitness | Sandava Spa (7th floor) with signature treatments; 24-hour fitness center | Spa services on site and fitness/activities classes available |
| Known for | Central Clearwater Beach location, rooftop Sky Terrace, show-kitchen seafood restaurant | Large beachfront complex with many pools, waterslides and family programming |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive event space including Sky Terrace and multiple ballrooms (roughly 20,000–32,500 sq ft cited across sources) | Conference center and meeting rooms for events |
| Beach access | Beach access about 100 feet from the property (sugar-white sand) | Direct beachfront location with beach cabanas (surcharge) |
Hyatt Regency sits right at Clearwater Beach, a short walk to Pier 60 and the pedestrian Beach Walk.
Choose Hyatt if you want a central Clearwater Beach address with straightforward walkable access to Pier 60 and local excursions.
Island Grand at TradeWinds sits directly on St. Pete Beach at 5500 Gulf Blvd.
Choose Island Grand for a traditional beachfront resort experience on St. Pete Beach where pools and beach time are the main draw.
Hyatt offers 286 rooms and suites, including many suite layouts and some with kitchenettes.
Hyatt is a better fit if you want suite options or kitchen/kitchenette configurations in central Clearwater.
Island Grand lists a wide mix of rooms and villas across a large beachfront complex.
Island Grand offers quantity and variety — handy if you need flexible family room configurations on the beach.
Hyatt focuses on a signature seafood restaurant, a rooftop cantina and an approachable lobby/pool bar.
Pick Hyatt for sit-down seafood and rooftop sunset dining with consistent service windows.
Island Grand has several on-site restaurants and casual outlets geared to families.
Choose Island Grand if you want many casual dining options with minimal walking between meals and activities.
Hyatt balances an adult rooftop experience with family pool facilities.
Hyatt suits families who want a mix of child-friendly pool time and quieter rooftop whirlpool options.
Island Grand centers much of its appeal on pools and water-based entertainment.
Island Grand is the stronger pick for families who want many pools and water attractions without leaving the property.
Hyatt pairs a full-service spa and 24-hour fitness with evening dining and occasional live music.
Hyatt is better if spa treatments and a 24-hour fitness facility matter to you, with calmer evening options.
Island Grand provides spa services and active programming rather than a dedicated nightlife scene.
Island Grand is a family-activity spot first; spa and fitness are available but not the main draw.

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach — steps from Beach Walk and Pier 60 for evening street performances and easy access to local excursions.

Island Grand at TradeWinds — five pools, waterslides and water-park access make it a better fit for pool-focused family stays.

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach — a range of studio and multi-bedroom suites, some with kitchenettes, suits families needing suite space.

Island Grand at TradeWinds — a sprawling resort complex with many casual dining outlets and activities concentrated on the property.
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach is the closer option — it sits steps from the beach, a short walk to Pier 60 and the Beach Walk promenade.
Island Grand at TradeWinds: the supplier listing notes five outdoor pools, two hot tubs and water-park access (surcharge).
Yes. Both welcome children; Hyatt runs Camp Hyatt activities and Island Grand offers children's programming and an arcade/game room.
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach leans toward quieter spa and rooftop experiences and may be a better fit for couples seeking calmer evenings.
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