| peteclearwater international airport. it's 13 miles from st. some rooms have balconies. parking is complimentary. the bright, simply furnished rooms feature kitchenettes and free wi-fi. set near the mandalay channel, this relaxed hotel is a 5-minute walk from the closest beach and 3 miles from sand key park. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. suites add full kitchens. other amenities include bbq facilities and an outdoor pool
Tampa International Airport 37 min
Caladesi Island (8 min)
This serene state park with a sandy beach, nature trails & bayside mangrove forest draws kayakers. Sand Key Park (14 min)
Expansive white-sand beach offers plenty of room for picnics, surfing & other outdoor activities. Sand Key (16 min)
Located on the tip of a barrier island, Sand Key is known for its namesake park & sandy beaches. Winter The Dolphin (8 min) Innisbrook (37 min) Florida Botanical Gardens (26 min)
Cultivated gardens featuring local & tropical flora plus 90 acres of diverse natural habitats. Splash Harbour Water Park (21 min)
Water park with a variety of slides, kids' splash zones, a lazy river, casual dining & a tiki bar. Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks (40 min)
Visitors can purchase sea sponges, see docked sponge boats & eat Greek fare at this locale. Caladesi Island State Park (8 min)
Island park with white sand beaches plus swimming, boating, fishing & picnic facilities. Fred Howard Park (42 min)
Happening park located on the Gulf of Mexico draws a bustling crowd for the beach & swim area. Clearwater Marine Aquarium (7 min)
Home of the inspiration for Dolphin Tale, this aquarium exhibits marine mammals & sea turtles. Dunedin Downtown Market (19 min)
Open-air market held weekends from November through June, with local food, crafts & live music. Honeymoon Island State Park (28 min)
Known for the variety of shells on its shores, this park also offers swimming, fishing & hiking. Largo Central Park (20 min)
70-acre recreational area featuring a community center, playgrounds & a military court of honor. Pier 60 Clearwater (7 min) | 
