Top things to do near Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach
Top things to do near Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites: Enjoy Clearwater Beach and Pier 60 (sunset celebrations and street performers), take water-based excursions from the nearby marina (dolphin tours, parasailing, jet-ski rentals), and relax at the hotel's pool, Sky Terrace, spa, and rooftop dining. The hotel also offers family activities (Camp Hyatt), walkable Beach Walk access, and several on-site restaurants including SHOR American Seafood Grill and Tropico Rooftop Cantina.
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Clearwater Beach & Pier 60
The resort sits steps from the white sugar sand of Clearwater Beach, with public beach access about 100 feet from the property. Beach Walk, the pedestrian promenade, is roughly a 1-minute walk from the hotel.
Pier 60 Park is a short walk from the hotel and hosts the nightly Sunsets at Pier 60 Celebration with artisans and street performers year-round. The Pier area is also where many local excursion operators (boat tours, parasailing) gather.
- Beach Walk promenade — about a 1-minute walk
- Pier 60 Sunsets celebration — nightly live street performers and vendors
- Public beach access — white sand roughly 100 feet from the hotel
| Nearby beach spot | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Pier 60 | Sunset celebration with artisans and performers |
| Beach Walk | Shops, restaurants, and easy shoreline strolling |
| Public beach access | Direct entry to Clearwater Beach’s sugar sand |
Water sports, boat tours and dolphin watching
Operators along Beach Walk and the nearby marina offer parasailing, jet-skiing, snorkeling, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. Parasail launch points are within walking distance of the hotel.
From the marina you can book dolphin-watching boat tours, high-speed excursions, and themed cruises; morning or late-afternoon departures are commonly recommended for higher sighting chances.
- Parasailing and jet-ski rentals
- Stand-up paddleboard and kayak rentals
- Dolphin-watching boat trips and pirate-ship cruises
- High-speed sightseeing boats (e.g., Sea Screamer)
| Activity | Where to book |
|---|---|
| Parasailing | Operators along Beach Walk / nearby marina |
| Dolphin tour | Marina departure — morning or late-afternoon slots |
| Paddleboarding / Kayak | Beach-front rental stands |
Hotel pool, Sky Terrace and rooftop views
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites has a heated outdoor pool on its 8th-floor pool deck, a separate children's pool, poolside cabanas (cabana use carries a surcharge), and a pool bar offering light bites and cocktails.
For sunset views, the 16th-floor Sky Terrace provides a whirlpool/hot tub and 360-degree views of the Gulf and Intracoastal waterway; Tropico Rooftop Cantina also offers sunset-facing seating and Pan-Latin food and cocktails.
- 8th-floor heated outdoor pool (open year-round; pool hours 8:00 AM–10:00 PM)
- Children's pool and poolside cabanas (surcharge for cabanas)
- 16th-floor Sky Terrace whirlpool for sunset viewing
- Tropico Rooftop Cantina for rooftop dining and sunset views
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| 8th-floor pool deck | Heated; pool hours 8 AM–10 PM |
| Sky Terrace (16th floor) | Open-air terrace with whirlpool and sunset views |
| Pool cabanas | Available for a surcharge; include service-call buttons |
On-site dining: SHOR, Tropico and OffSHOR
SHOR American Seafood Grill is the hotel’s signature seafood restaurant on the second floor; it serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with show-kitchen service and has a Resort Casual dress code. SHOR’s hours and offerings include breakfast 6:30 AM–11:00 AM and lunch 12:00 PM–4:00 PM, with dinner service in the evening.
Tropico Rooftop Cantina offers Pan-Latin flavors and handcrafted cocktails with Gulf views and generally lists hours starting around 10:00 AM. OffSHOR is the hotel’s lobby bar serving craft cocktails with a daily happy hour.
- SHOR American Seafood Grill — breakfast, lunch, dinner; show kitchen
- Tropico Rooftop Cantina — rooftop Pan-Latin menu and sunset views
- OffSHOR — lobby bar with daily happy hour (typically 3:00 PM–5:00 PM)
- Market and SHOR2Go for grab-and-go and to-go ocean-friendly service
| Venue | Typical hours / notes |
|---|---|
| SHOR American Seafood Grill | Breakfast 6:30–11:00 AM; Lunch 12:00–4:00 PM; Dinner evening hours (vary by day) |
| Tropico Rooftop Cantina | Open from late morning; rooftop seating and sunset views |
| OffSHOR (lobby bar) | Open mid-day to late evening with a daily happy hour |
Sandava Spa and the fitness center
Sandava Spa is located on the 7th floor and offers treatments including signature scrubs and massages; spa reservations must be made in advance and guests under 18 are not allowed in the spa. The spa’s published hours vary by source; check with the property when booking.
The hotel’s fitness center is also on the 7th floor, open 24 hours and complimentary for guests. Equipment listings include Precor treadmills and ellipticals, a water rower, and Peloton bikes.
- Sandava Spa — 7th floor; reservation required; no guests under 18
- Fitness center — 24-hour access; Precor machines and Peloton bikes
- Spa services include signature scrubs and multi-hour wellness packages (book in advance)
| Wellness option | Key info |
|---|---|
| Sandava Spa | Advance reservations required; adults only |
| 24-hour fitness center | Complimentary; cardio and strength equipment plus Peloton |
| In-room treatments | Available by arranging with spa (availability varies) |
Family activities and kid-friendly options
The resort is family-friendly and operates Camp Hyatt supervised activities for children such as shell-combing and swimming. Kids 17 and under stay free in a parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.
On-site family amenities include a children’s pool and easy beach access for family beach days. SHOR offers Kid's Breakfast and Kid's All Day menu categories.
- Camp Hyatt supervised kids’ activities (examples: shell-combing, swimming)
- Children’s pool on the property
- Family-friendly menus at SHOR (Kid's Breakfast and Kid's All Day)
| Family feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Camp Hyatt | Supervised children's activities (program examples listed) |
| Children's pool | Separate shallow pool area for kids |
| Kids stay free | Kids 17 and under stay free using existing bedding |
Rooms and suites with kitchens or kitchenettes
The resort offers 19 room types, and several room and suite categories include kitchens or kitchenettes suited to longer stays. Exact room names include Studio Suite (Pier View), Suite (Clearwater), Premier Studio (Gulf View), and Suite, 1 Bedroom (Clearwater, Residential), among others.
If you need a kitchenette or kitchen for a longer visit, ask for rooms that list kitchens or kitchenettes when you reserve; connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested but are subject to availability.
- Studio Suite (Pier View) — listed among room types
- Suite (Clearwater) — listed among room types
- Premier Studio (Gulf View) — includes kitchenette options in some listings
- Suite, 1 Bedroom (Clearwater, Residential) — one-bedroom suite option
| Sample room types | Notes |
|---|---|
| Studio Suite (Pier View) | Pier-facing studio suite (king or two queens listed as options) |
| Premier Studio (Gulf View) | Gulf-view studio; some studios include kitchenettes |
| Suite (Clearwater) | Larger suites; some offer kitchen or kitchenette features |
