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The Westin Tampa Waterside vs Opal Sands Resort & Spa
Both hotels are praised by expert writers. Overall, The Westin Tampa Waterside is preferred by most writers compared to Opal Sands Resort. The Westin Tampa Waterside is ranked #27 in Tampa Bay Area with positive reviews from 5 reviewers such as Gayot, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
The Westin Tampa Waterside
Lonely Planet
Gayot
Afar Magazine
Star Service
Fodor's
725 S. Harbour Island Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602
From $355 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
"This Westin does a good job at convincing you not to leave the confines of its 177 acres – it’s that relaxing."
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Gayot
"Surrounded by water and lush landscaping, this former Wyndham property is one of the premier choices in the area."
Afar Magazine
"Relax and restore after a long day at our waterfront island refuge in the heart of downtown Tampa and overlooking the sparkling harbor."
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Star Service
"Not to be confused with the less engaging Westin Tampa Bay, this local giant, three blocks from the arena and Florida Aquarium, provides all the requisites Westin regulars expect."
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Fodor's
"Few folks think of the islands when visiting Tampa, but this 12-story hotel on a 177-acre man-made islet is a short drive from downtown Tampa and even closer to the cruise terminal."
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Opal Sands Resort & Spa
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Lonely Planet
430 South Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767
From $297 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
The Telegraph
8.0
"A grand, glittering high-rise resort at the southern end of Clearwater Beach, with its curved, glass-fronted design providing ocean views from every room and an ultra-modern ambience."
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Jetsetter
"A brand-new resort on the best beach in America, according to TripAdvisor, including a suite option."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The glistening-white, semicircular facade of Opal Sands Resort is the talk of Clearwater Beach, where the resort is the latest addition to the luxurious Opal Collection."
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