Island's End ResortvsSandpearl Resort
Sandpearl Resort and Island's End Resort are both recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Sandpearl Resort scores significantly higher than Island's End Resort. Sandpearl Resort is ranked #2 in Tampa Bay Area with endorsements from 8 publications such as Frommer's, Fodor's and oyster.com.
Island's End Resort
 Frommer's
 Fodor's
1 Pass-A-Grille Way, Saint Pete Beach, FL 33706
From $0/night
- Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundy Room
 - Kitchenette
 - Business Center
 - Air Conditioning
 
 "You will love the one monstrous unit with two living rooms (one can be converted to sleeping quarters), two bathrooms (one with a whirlpool tub and separate shower), and private bayside swimming pool." Full review
 "This converted 1950s-vintage motel has some of the area's best sunrise and sunset views and, like the rest of historic Pass-A-Grille, is totally friendly and totally Old Florida." Full review
Sandpearl Resort
 Frommer's
 Star Service
 Gayot
 Fodor's
 Travel + Leisure
 Oyster
 The Telegraph
 Condé Nast Traveler
 Lonely Planet
500 Mandalay Avenue, Clearwater, FL 33767
From $241/night
- Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Restaurant
 
 "A lagoon-style beachfront pool is the way to go, unless, of course, you want to dip into Sandpearl's life-enriching programs that take you on guided kayaking tours." Full review
 "This hotel opened in 2007 and remains the premier venue for both individuals and gatherings, with some of the most attractive accommodations and best grub on the central gulf coast." Full review
 "This gorgeous resort operates with a "save the environment" mentality." 
 "Exudes history throughout its halls and in its coastal-chic rooms. All have a water view." Full review
 "The most sophisticated digs in this part of the Gulf Coast, with citrus-hued rooms and apartment-like suites." Full review
 Upscale
 "Sandpearl Resort is a 253-room luxury hotel located directly on the white sands of Clearwater Beach, and is popular with families, couples, and corporate meeting groups." Full review
8.0
 "From the welcome Champagne at check-in to the classic orchids-and-palms décor, this Four-Diamond deluxe property exudes old-world glamour and sophistication in an elegantly unpretentious style." Full review
 Readers' Choice Award
 ""You would think you were on a tropical island" at the former Clearwater Beach Hotel, now an LEED Silver–certified beach resort." Full review
 Top Choice
 "Following all the most fashionable trends, it touts an eco-conscious spa, boat slips, 253 sandy-hued rooms and suites with dark-wood furniture and Gulf-gazing balconies." Full review