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Shephard's Beach Resort vs The Westin Tampa Waterside

Shephard's Beach Resort and The Westin Tampa Waterside are both rated highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Shephard's Beach Resort scores marginally better than The Westin Tampa Waterside. Shephard's Beach Resort comes in at 79 with approval from 3 publications like Lonely Planet, Gayot and Oyster.

Shephard's Beach Resort
Shephard's Beach Resort
7 / 10
601-619 South Gulfview Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33767
From $209 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A very popular resort that keeps the beat with a lounge, nightclub and two tiki bars, all with live music and DJs... The rooms are quite nice."
Gayot Gayot
"There is usually a crowd partying it up at this hotel... Guest rooms are stocked with a full collection of basic amenities."
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Located on the southern end of Clearwater Beach, the 140-room Shephard’s Beach Resort is an upper-mid-range hotel located directly on the sand and famous for its entertainment and nightlife." Full review
The Westin Tampa Waterside
The Westin Tampa Waterside
7 / 10
725 S. Harbour Island Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602
From $355 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This Westin does a good job at convincing you not to leave the confines of its 177 acres – it’s that relaxing." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Surrounded by water and lush landscaping, this former Wyndham property is one of the premier choices in the area."
Afar Magazine 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." Full review
Star Service 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." Full review
Fodor's 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." Full review