set on a leafy roadside property, this unassuming budget motel is 6 miles from honeymoon island state park, and 12 miles from both the clearwater marine aquarium and clearwater beach. parking is complimentary. there's an outdoor pool with a furnished sundeck. kids stay at no extra cost with an adult. upgraded rooms add microwaves and minifridges. down-to-earth rooms feature free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs. Tampa International Airport 30 min
Caladesi Island State Park (32 min) Island park with white sand beaches plus swimming, boating, fishing & picnic facilities. Caladesi Island (32 min) This serene state park with a sandy beach, nature trails & bayside mangrove forest draws kayakers. Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks (17 min) Visitors can purchase sea sponges, see docked sponge boats & eat Greek fare at this locale. Clearwater Marine Aquarium (23 min) Home of the inspiration for Dolphin Tale, this aquarium exhibits marine mammals & sea turtles. Innisbrook (11 min) Tampa Bay Downs (17 min) Opened in 1926, this thoroughbred horse racing track features a poker room & golf practice area. Sand Key Park (33 min) Expansive white-sand beach offers plenty of room for picnics, surfing & other outdoor activities. Dunedin Downtown Market (13 min) Open-air market held weekends from November through June, with local food, crafts & live music. Fred Howard Park (19 min) Happening park located on the Gulf of Mexico draws a bustling crowd for the beach & swim area. Lake Tarpon (18 min) This 2,500-acre freshwater lake offers swimming, bass fishing, boating & other activities. Anclote Key Preserve State Park (25 min) A strand of 4 islands offers a picturesque lighthouse & undeveloped beaches for camping & swimming. Big Cat Rescue (29 min) Campaigning sanctuary for abused & abandoned big cats offering a range of guided educational tours. Dunedin Fine Art Center (10 min) Family-friendly destination featuring art galleries & a variety of classes, plus a gift shop & cafe. Honeymoon Island State Park (12 min) Known for the variety of shells on its shores, this park also offers swimming, fishing & hiking. Sand Key (27 min) Located on the tip of a barrier island, Sand Key is known for its namesake park & sandy beaches. |