Clearwater is located on the Gulf of Mexico in western Florida, 250 miles south of the state capital at Tallahassee. The city is a great destination for pet owners; dogs in particular can explore the city's wide variety of expansive outdoor recreational areas like the Weldon Island Nature Preserve and the Honeymoon Island State Recreation Area. In addition to the city's white-sand beaches, more than 300 species of fish populate the waters off Clearwater.
The Residence Inn Clearwater allows pets for a $100 non-refundable sanitation fee, as of 2010. Guests can choose from studios, one-bedroom suites and two-bedroom suites. All rooms are outfitted with fully equipped kitchens, including refrigerators, microwaves, dishwashers and coffee makers. Entertainment amenities include flat-screen high-definition cable television with premium movie channels. This smoke-free establishment is located just minutes from Clearwater Beach. A daily complimentary continental breakfast is provided as well.
Residence Inn Clearwater
940 Court St.
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-562-5400
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Well-behaved cats and dogs that weigh less than 25 pounds are welcome at Clearwater's Chart House Suites and Marina, which are located adjacent to Clearwater Bay. Suites with two queen-sized beds or a single king bed are available. The Chart House Penthouse suite is an expansive 1,800 square feet and outfitted with a furnished balcony overlooking the water. Twenty six boat slips are available at the Chart House Marina for guests who arrive by boat. The establishment's amicable and knowledgeable marina staff is always available to help guests tie up or shove off.
Chart House Suites and Marina
850 Bayway Blvd.
Clearwater, FL 33767
727-449-8007
charthousesuites.com
Pets and pet owners are welcome to explore the Sheraton Sand Key's 10 acres of white-sand beaches set on the Gulf of Mexico minutes from downtown Clearwater. Each of the facility's 375 guest rooms---available in single room and multiperson suites---feature Sheraton "Sweet Sleeper" mattress, a private balcony and wireless high-speed Internet access. The establishment is home to five dining establishments that offer breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Guests can enjoy the spacious pool deck (though pets aren't allowed on the deck), which is open year round as well as the hotel's Suncoast Fitness Center.
Sheraton Sand Key Resort
1160 Gulf Blvd.
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
727-595-1611
sheratonsandkey.com
