| the straightforward studios come with kitchenettes, free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs. parking is complimentary. along us-19 and 4 miles from st. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. pete-clearwater international airport, this modest extended-stay hotel is 11 miles from clearwater beach. other amenities include an exercise room and 24/7 coin-operated laundry facilities. pets are welcome for a surcharge. minimum-stay rules apply. upgraded studios add pull-out sofas
Tampa International Airport 24 min
Sunset Beach (30 min)
White-sand beach with turquoise water, a pavilion & a boardwalk over the dunes, plus sunset views. Chihuly Collection (20 min)
Unique sculptures by legendary glass artist Dale Chihuly, plus glass-blowing demonstrations. Saint Petersburg Pier (1 hr 29) Weedon Island Preserve (19 min)
3,190-acre nature reserve with hiking paths, birdwatching, a paddling trail & canoe/kayak rentals. Honeymoon Island State Park (23 min)
Known for the variety of shells on its shores, this park also offers swimming, fishing & hiking. The Dalí (Salvador Dalí Museum) (22 min)
Extensive collection of surrealist art by Salvador Dalí housed in a building with 900 glass panels. Caladesi Island State Park (30 min)
Island park with white sand beaches plus swimming, boating, fishing & picnic facilities. Museum of Fine Arts (21 min)
Exhibits spanning 4,000 years, including African art, European paintings & American photography. Sand Key (18 min)
Located on the tip of a barrier island, Sand Key is known for its namesake park & sandy beaches. Florida Botanical Gardens (17 min)
Cultivated gardens featuring local & tropical flora plus 90 acres of diverse natural habitats. Great Explorations Children's Museum (23 min)
Nonprofit museum offering 18,000 sq. ft. of hands-on exhibits & workshops aimed at kids. Clearwater Marine Aquarium (20 min)
Home of the inspiration for Dolphin Tale, this aquarium exhibits marine mammals & sea turtles. Caladesi Island (30 min)
This serene state park with a sandy beach, nature trails & bayside mangrove forest draws kayakers. Sunken Gardens (22 min)
Tropical, century-old attraction featuring thousands of plants, a butterfly aviary & wildlife shows. Sand Key Park (26 min)
Expansive white-sand beach offers plenty of room for picnics, surfing & other outdoor activities. | 
