
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites
Best for beach vacations, families, and watersports—steps from Clearwater Beach and Pier 60.
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Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites is a family-friendly beachfront resort built for Clearwater Beach vacations; read this if you want sand, pools, and watersports. Tampa Marriott Water Street is a large full-service waterfront hotel in downtown Tampa; read this if you need conference space, a central downtown base, or easy access to Tampa attractions.
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Best for beach vacations, families, and watersports—steps from Clearwater Beach and Pier 60.

Best for business travel, large meetings, and downtown sightseeing — extensive meeting space and a central waterfront location.
When Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites wins: pick the Hyatt for direct beach access, family amenities (children's pool, Camp Hyatt activities), beach-view dining, and poolside rooftop sunset options.
When Tampa Marriott Water Street wins: choose the Marriott for large-group meetings and events (19 meeting rooms, extensive conference center), a central downtown location next to the Tampa Convention Center and Riverwalk, and a bigger overall hotel footprint.
Bottom line: choose Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach if your priority is a beach-centered family vacation and watersports. Choose Tampa Marriott Water Street if you need downtown convenience, convention/meeting facilities, or a central Tampa base.
| Category | Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites | Tampa Marriott Water Street |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Beach resort, family-friendly, active watersports scene | Large full-service downtown hotel, business and event focus |
| Location | Clearwater Beach, steps from the sugar-white sand and Pier 60 | Downtown Tampa waterfront, next to Tampa Convention Center and Riverwalk |
| Size (rooms) | 286 rooms | 727 guestrooms |
| Ages / audience | All ages welcome (kids 17 and under stay free with guardian) | All-ages hotel (not adults-only) |
| Pools & key outdoor amenity | Heated 8th-floor outdoor pool deck, separate children's pool, Sky Terrace whirlpool on 16th floor | Outdoor pool (hotel listing notes 1 outdoor pool) and poolside seating/cabanas |
| Restaurants & bars | SHOR American Seafood Grill, Tropico Rooftop Cantina, OffSHOR lobby bar, Market, pool bar | Anchor and Brine plus a poolside bar, coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge |
| Spa & fitness | Sandava Spa (7th floor, treatment rooms, guests 18+ only) and 24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes | Wheelchair-accessible spa and fitness facilities listed; spa details not fully published in supplier listing |
| Meeting & event space | Multiple ballrooms and rooftop venues with roughly 20,000–32,500 sq ft of flexible event space (various sources) | Conference center with 19 meeting rooms and ~42,608 sq ft of event space listed |
| Known for | Direct beach access, family activities, rooftop sunset views | Proximity to Tampa Convention Center, Riverwalk and downtown attractions |
| Parking & fees | Self-parking and valet available; mandatory resort fee applies (resort fee included on Hyatt listing) | Valet parking (surcharge), destination fee and damage deposit listed by supplier |
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites sits on Clearwater Beach, a short walk to Pier 60 and Beach Walk.
Pick Hyatt if you want immediate beach access and beachside attractions.
Tampa Marriott Water Street sits on downtown Tampa's waterfront beside the Tampa Convention Center and Riverwalk.
Choose the Marriott for downtown access to Tampa attractions and convention facilities.
Hyatt offers 286 rooms and suites, with many options that include kitchenettes or kitchens for longer stays.
Hyatt's room mix favors beach-minded families and longer stay flexibility with kitchen options.
Tampa Marriott Water Street is a large full-service hotel with 727 guestrooms and many accessible room types.
Marriott offers a wide room selection and many accessible configurations suitable for business and group travelers.
Hyatt's lineup focuses on Gulf-view seafood and Pan-Latin flavors, with casual pool and grab-and-go options.
Hyatt is built around beach-friendly dining and rooftop sunset views.
Tampa Marriott Water Street offers full-service dining geared to downtown guests and event attendees.
Marriott covers the basics for business travelers and conference crowds, with multiple outlets on site.
Hyatt's signature outdoor amenities are its heated 8th-floor pool deck, separate children's pool, and a 16th-floor Sky Terrace whirlpool.
Hyatt centers its outdoor offering on pools with direct beach access and family facilities.
Tampa Marriott Water Street lists an outdoor pool and pool cabanas/sun loungers as its main outdoor recreation.
Marriott provides a downtown waterfront pool experience tailored to business and leisure visitors.
Hyatt has Sandava Spa, a 24-hour fitness center, and regular live-music/happy-hour programming in its restaurants.
Hyatt mixes a full-service spa and fitness offering with beachside evening dining and live music.
Tampa Marriott Water Street lists spa and fitness facilities and a range of on-site evening dining and bar options.
Marriott provides hotel-based wellness plus immediate access to Tampa's downtown evening scene.

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach — direct beach access, children's pool, Camp Hyatt activities, and family-friendly dining.

Tampa Marriott Water Street — large meeting footprint, 19 meeting rooms and a downtown location next to the Tampa Convention Center.

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach — Tropico Rooftop Cantina and a 16th-floor Sky Terrace for sunset viewing over the Gulf.

Tampa Marriott Water Street — walkable access to Tampa Riverwalk, Florida Aquarium and performing-arts venues.
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach — it has a children's pool, Camp Hyatt supervised activities, family-friendly menus and direct beach access.
Tampa Marriott Water Street — it has a large conference center, 19 meeting rooms and is steps from the Tampa Convention Center.
Yes — the Hyatt is steps from Clearwater Beach and Pier 60; water-sport operators and beach activities are available nearby.
Yes — the supplier listing shows extensive event space (19 meeting rooms and a large conference center) suitable for weddings and large events.
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