Clearwater Beach was voted the best beach in the United States for two consecutive years. Located in Pinellas County on the west-central coast of Florida, this beach is known for its pristine white sands and activities such as jet-skiing, parasailing, and dolphin sightings. The beach is also home to the famous Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruise, a family-friendly cruise that offers a variety of games for kids and kids at heart. Aside from a pirate ship, you can also visit Sunsets at Pier 60—an area filled with must-try restaurants, shops, and snack bars. It also has a wide array of kid-friendly hotels, beachfront hotels, and cheap hotels near Clearwater Beach. Looking forward to visiting soon? Check out our list of the top hotels with lazy river near Clearwater Beach, Florida.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to lazy river. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 25, 2024.
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1. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Clearwater Beach South Harbourside (from USD 177)
Holiday Inn and Suites offers a memorable lodging experience, located just five minutes from Indian Rocks Beach. It features a free-form pool with a hot tub. The 600-ft (182.88-m) lazy river would be a great place to relax and comes with sprays, mists, and falls. Note that the lazy river and water slides are part of Splash Harbour Water Park.
The rooms come equipped with all essential amenities including a private bathroom. Guests also enjoy access to a fitness center, a games room, and local shops. Golfing and fishing are popular activities in the area. Located just a two-minute walk from Indian Rocks Historical Museum and George C. McGough Nature Park, this property is one of the best hotels with suites in Clearwater Beach. Free parking is available on the premises.
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Clearwater Beach South Harbourside, an IHG Hotel
Address: 401 Second Street
9.8 km (6.1 mi) from Eagle Lake Park
2. New Hotel Collection Harbourside (from USD 149)
Located in Indian Rocks Beach, each room here comes with a variety of amenities such as a microwave, a TV, and a coffee machine, to name a few. After all, this is one of Clearwater Beach’s best hotels with in-room kitchen. Visitors get access to the on-site fitness center, garden, terrace, and bar. When the heat gets too much, go for a refreshing swim in the onsite water park that comes with slides and a lazy river. The lazy river is a fun way to relax amidst the Floridian heat.
At night, enjoy dinner at Jimmy Guana’s Restaurant which serves American cuisine. Aside from the international airport, this property is also near Sunsets at Pier 60, Clearwater Marine Company, and Clearwater Country Club.
New Hotel Collection Harbourside
Address: 399 2nd Street
9.99 km (6.3 mi) from Eagle Lake Park
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3. Spacious four-bedroom home resort (from USD 546)
Experience the ultimate getaway in this spacious four-bedroom home resort with a Lazy River near Tampa, perfect for accommodating up to 10 guests. Nestled within a beach-themed haven, you’ll find comfort and relaxation at every turn. Inside, discover roomy bedrooms, including two queen beds, two king beds, and a cozy double futon. The property features a lazy river for endless aquatic adventures. Do note that children’s access to the lazy river requires supervision as there are no lifeguards on duty.
Whether you fancy a game of pool, darts, or immersive VR gaming indoors, or prefer a game of Frisbee500 by the fire pit outside, this property has it all. Stay connected with free WiFi and enjoy the comfort of air conditioning throughout your stay.
4. Luxurious home with a resort-style pool (from USD 847)
This luxurious home is located in an 11,000-sq-ft (1,022-sq-m) area, and it comes equipped with a basketball court and an entertainment room. It features five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, ideal for fourteen guests. To keep guests entertained, they are given access to a pool bar, a ping pong table, frisbee golf, an arcade machine, an Xbox, and a movie room with three reclining couches. The master bedroom features a hot tub and a double shower.
The best part? Well, this property boasts a lazy river and a grotto. The last river is surrounded by sun loungers for guests to relax on.
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owners are responsive and welcoming real people and great hostsi searched the greater tampa area for the perfect home to host my 40th birthday celebrationLocation:
the house is in a great location close to clearwater beach airport and tarpon springsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the spa heater worked perfectly thoughthe pool is as amazing as it looks in the photosthe kids loved the old school video game in the entertainment roomthe pool and the house are perfect for all ages the lake was beautiful and the neighbors friendlyand we even had a slumber party in the media room complete with netflix capabilities
5. Luxury penthouse near water activities
This luxury condo for rent near Clearwater Beach, Florida features three bedrooms and two baths, ideal for up to ten guests. Guests are given four complimentary daily passes to Splash Harbour Water Park, where they can have endless fun in the lazy river and water slides. The lazy river at the water park is 600 ft (182.88 m) long and features a variety of mists, sprays, and falls to amuse guests.
It’s located a three-minute walk from the Gulf’s beaches and the best restaurants in the area. The owner also offers fishing charters and dolphin cruises for guests. This 1,650-sq-ft (153-sq-m) condo is located close to the entertainment venues and shopping centers.
Indian Rocks Beach, Florida, United States
10.05 km (6.3 mi) from Eagle Lake ParkSuperhostAccommodates: 10
Top guest reviews
Location:
it was in a great location close to everythingthis is a fantastic locationcouldn’t have asked for a better location in this cute little beach townthere are some great restaurants within walking distancegreat location beautiful condo we love indian rocksRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
loved having an apartment size washer/dryer in the unitwe had fun sitting on the balcony watching the boats go by and watching the dolphins swim passthe kitchen was nicely stocked with all the plates glasses etc
6. Resort-style condo for eight guests
This condo comes with two bedrooms and two baths and is ideal for eight guests. Visitors can enjoy a fun-filled day at Splash Harbour Water Park which features a full bar, food services, and a lazy river. The river is 600 ft (182.88 m) in size and consists of mists and falls for kids’ delight. Guests are given four daily passes to the water park where they can swim in the zero-entry pool, have fun in the huge water slides, look for souvenirs in the gift shop, and even play golf.
Free parking on the premises is also available.
10.05 km (6.3 mi) from Eagle Lake ParkAccommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
Host:
amy is a wonderful hostamy was a wonderful hostgreat place and great hostamy was an awesome host and made sure the unit was ready the second we were thereamy was very responsive to any questions we hadLocation:
perfect location walking distance to restaurants and beachbeautiful place and excellent locationexcellent location to walk everywhere you needbest location a super quick walk to the beachclose to clearwater and a perfect family vacation placeCleanliness:
clean condo -- the condo was very cleanvery clean 2 bedroom condoamy’s place was so clean and nicebeautiful place sparkling clean and super comfortableclean and bright space very spacious and well equipped kitchenRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the mattresses were very comfortable even the sofa bed had a memory foama comfortable 2 bedroom condo with all the amenities you needplenty of room with a great viewi also enjoyed the amenities - newer fridge and night lights in the bathroomthe beds were very comfortable and plenty of space for six people
7. Gorgeous condo with a spacious balcony
This two-bedroom condo is located in an 1100-sq-ft (102-sq-m) area. The property can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests. Guests are given four passes to Splash Harbour Water Park which features a lazy river. The lazy river at the water park consists of mists and sprays that visitors can experience while floating away on the 600-ft (182.88 m) river.
This condo has a spacious balcony with great views of the Intracoastal waterway. A large outdoor patio is also present, in case guests just want to relax after a long day of sightseeing and shopping. Free covered garage parking is available for added convenience.
Top guest reviews
Location:
great location liked be able to walk to restaurants beach and storesCleanliness:
very clean and modernour stay was wonderful the condo was clean and well maintainedthis was a beautiful condo very cleanthe condo was clean and updated with modern decor as well as amenitiesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the condo was very well maintained and the beds were very comfortable
Explore the pristine Clearwater Beach, Florida
Plan your next vacation to Clearwater Beach, Florida, and enjoy a memorable time with your friends and family. Experience the lazy river and numerous water slides or take part in a variety of water activities that will quench your thirst for adventure. To make the most of your stay here, consider booking a room at one of the best beach resorts with a lazy river in Clearwater. If you’re looking for more accommodation options, check out the best beachfront vacation rentals and Vrbo vacation rentals also found in Clearwater Beach.
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