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So, i eventually spoke with the relatively new front desk manager. We had a good conversation and he heard me out. Hes bern in the business a while and is planning on bringing in his own staff. I believe he is looking to do better. Wished him well.
The wings were very good. They were meaty, crispy and saucy. And the drinks were great. I can't remember what specific drink I had but I had a few of them and they weren't watered down or too much alcohol. The perfect refreshing alcoholic beverage. The only issue I had was that the seating was outside somewhat covered by tents but the two fans that they had blowing cool air was blowing in the opposite direction from where the customers were sitting.
This is the nicest property on Clearwater Beach. Everything about it was close to perfection. Attentive and efficient staff, handsomely designed room and public spaces, first-rate food. Even the towels, washcloths and pillows were lavish and fluffy. Our 11th floor balcony overlooked the beach. My wife raved about her spa treatment. We had a wonderful stay in every respect. Opal Sands and the adjacent Opal Sol are hands-down the most stunning buildings in the Clearwater Beach skyline. Staying there was a feast for the senses. Opal Sands has the Seaguini restaurant, a spectacular dining room with excellent service where we had our breakfast every morning. We had dinner there once but preferred the dinners we had at Drift restaurant in next-door Opal Sol. Wonderful food!
Stayed here 2 nights. Was higher end of pricing but worth the stay. Hanging out poolside with gulf view worth it. The bar poolside is cool and they have a hot tub which is rare it seems in Florida. Had dinner here didnt need to enture down the beach much since everything is here with easy access
I've stayed at opal resorts in the past Opal Sands in Clearwater is my favorite. Harrison assisted me with checking in and he is quite an asset to the hotel. he goes above and beyond Thank you, Harrison You made our trip exceptional !
One of my favorite places to eat- and I'm a local. Best view of a sunset and the way the hotel is positioned, you don't even see the craziness if typical Clearwater Beach. When you are here, you feel like you're on a cruise with the type of fence that's up at the restaurant. The live music is good- sometimes a bit loud for dinner conversation. The menu is simple but good. We live the fajitas! The tiki bar is cool too. Great place to take visiting friends.
This place is pretty nice but a bit over crowded in the pool area and soooo many kids. As a couple it was a bit annoying at times. On one of the days a family next to us decided to bring big water guns to the pool. Their boys were spraying other kids in the face.... I liked that every floor had free snacks and water behind the elevator. The view of our room was nice, overlooking the ocean and the food was good. I would recommend this place for couples with kids but prob wouldn't come back myself. The valet was very efficient and the bellhop was funny
The Tiki Bar at the Opal Sands was fantastic. The beach views were beautiful and our bartender Kelsey was great. The beachside Bloody Mary's which came with a cheese, shrimp, and spicy olive skewer were the perfect start to the day. Kelsey recommended the Kiwi Sour cocktail and she was not lying it was so good! Me and my husband shared the Grouper Basket with fries, it was not greasy at all and was enough to share. Very nice experience all around.
We recently stayed at the Opal Sands resort in Clearwater Beach and I must say I was mostly impressed. We did look into other top resorts in the area, but ultimately chose Opal Sands as it was recommended to us. Let's start by saying that they have a great location at the end of Clearwater Beach and into the gulf area. Most of the shops and restaurants are easily within walking distance, which was a plus. The hotel is designed where all the rooms having at least a partial view of the water. We did notice the new Opal Sol had just opened, but we preferred to be right in front of the water rather than slightly behind the Sands building. In any case, the hotel is beautiful, and the service was excellent. The day before we arrived, they sent a text asking what time they can expect us. We told them we would be there earlier than the 4pm check in time, and to our pleasure, they had our room ready. We opted for the premium king room with the gulf front view as it had the cozy L sofa area, a 2 person table, and an amazing view of the gulf and beach. The decor was unique and fully gave you the feeling of being in a tropical beach resort. There are two ample sized closets, an in room safe, and a cooler to keep drinks and other food items in; they should have really opted for a mini fridge here instead of the cooler though. The bathroom is spacious, and the shower was pleasant. The balcony was definitely nice with the water front view, but we did have a couple of days of heavy wind and rain that kept us from enjoying it, or anything outside for that matter. Another little perk was that they have a room where they stock water bottles, ice, fruits and trail mix (in the mornings) and cookies (in the afternoon). There's a microwave in there as well, so if you have to warm something up, you can. There are two dining options on the property but we didn't try either as we wanted to experience other places in the area. SeaGuini is the main restaurant you can find in the lobby, and there is the Sand Bar that's near the pool. The property is a valet parking only location, so expect that daily charge added to your bill. Also, when checking out, you might want to check your bill, as we were billed for poolside drinks that we didn't place. The front desk took care of it, but that's something to be aware of. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Especially, if you're making memories with someone special.
The Sandbar is the perfect spot for a chill beachside meal with an unbeatable view. I had the Cuban sandwich--it was flavorful, filling, and came with a side of coleslaw, all decently priced. The service was friendly and quick, even with a steady crowd. Watching the sunset over the water while eating dinner made the whole experience unforgettable--highly recommend for a casual, scenic night out!
This is a challenging review to give. Let me start with the positives The hotel is beautiful. The rooms are beautifully decorated with one of the most comfortable mattresses I've been on. We had a king room that had extra space and a comfy couch to sit on. We were on the top 15th floor facing the Gulf. There was a small refrigerator for water bottles and a Nespresso machine. Would have much preferred a regular coffee machine or a Keurig machine. You could get regular coffee or coffee drinks down in the lobby for a charge. So the room was a 10/10. Each floor has a pantry that is stocked with refrigerated water bottles that are free to take. In the morning there is also fruit and small bags of Chex mix cereal and granola bars. In the afternoon there are sugar and chocolate chip cookies. Housekeeping, Valets and front desk personnel were all very nice and helpful. The main restaurant Seaquini was outstanding and I reviewed it separately. My wife used the spa services and was very pleased We did go to the more casual restaurant outside but our meal was not very good. The server was very nice and service was efficient. The place was chaotic as there were tons of people there. Sitting outside here you had a front row seat of the sunset. The negatives: We were there the week leading up to Easter. A lot of families with small children. Lots of noise. By 9am there were no seats poolside to sit in. This is one of those weeks where people were going down at 8 am and putting their stuff down to get seats. Since it was just my wife and I , we weren't about to do that plus it was too chaotic and noisy for us. So we stayed on our balcony but still heard all the screaming even though we were on the 15th floor. Thought about going to the beach that was right next to the hotel however that was more crowded than the hotel. Come to find out it was a public beach so everyone from the surrounding areas was there. That definitely was omitted in the description. So I know we traveled the week of Easter and that was my fault and I won't do that again. It was spontaneous decision made exactly one week before we arrived because we had a great experience at the Opal resort in Jupiter a month earlier. I know the hotel can't be responsible for kids behaviors or lack of parenting. We had to deal with a screaming kid running up and down the hallway every morning at 730. That repeated itself in the evening. So you get charged a resort fee every day but we did not get to enjoy any of the outdoor resort. Interesting that every couple that we met at the bar inside had the same complaint This is a beautiful resort, just don't go around school vacations unless of course you're going with your own small kids. Also be aware this sits right next to a public beach
Came here on a Saturday night for dinner. The wait for 3 was 45-50 minutes at peak time, but waiting was quite enjoyable as there are amazing views of the sunset as it's right on the beach. The crowd did not seem too rowdy to not want to dine there, and we had time to review the menu. Adequate lighting is provided as it gets darker in the evening, and the menu is not extensive but a fair amount of options. The grouper sandwich was excellent. The frozen fruity drinks were ok. The service was never outright rude, but felt a bit rushed. This place is a must visit for the ambiance, but for the price the drinks could be a little better. If they could improve on this it could easily be a five star venue. Get there early enough and enjoy the sunset!
4 years ago
Gorgeous resort that lives up to its reputation and reviews! Check in was easy, rooms were immaculate and clean, and the staff were helpful and friendly without being overstated or grandiose. We dined on the patio at the bar, and Nick was a delight. Attention to detail, and hard working while able to chit chat while spinning many plates! The spa was fantastic for a polish change. Would love to find someone as kind and skilled back home as my experience here. The cleaning staff was friendly and accommodating each day. Top notch! I left my pillow behind - they somehow were able to locate it and express mailed it back (minus pillowcase and with a $20 fee - which I happily paid). Each room view faces the ocean - we stayed on the 15th floor and woke each morning to check out the patio and waves. The rooms themselves are spacious, clean, and modern. The bed was very comfortable. My only suggestion is to let guests know the AC shuts off when the patio door opens. The key lime pie is fantastic as is their flatbread pizza (mine was gluten free and delicious!) Such a beautiful stay after a long pandemic - thank you, Opal Sands! read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
We drove from the east coast of FL to stay at the Ocean Sands Resort to enjoy the "gulf front" sunsets. We got the suite for almost twice the price of the regular bc we wanted extra room for our kids. To our disappointment, we learned that their "gulf front" view is actually just a gulf view. The rooms are northeast facing. To add insult to injury, they're doing construction directly across the street. We literally have to scream to be heard when talking to each other outside. (As a side note, We requested an upper floor at the time of booking as well as the day before arrival and they confirmed our request. Needless to say, we are on the 6th floor.) That said, the suites and balconies are nice and spacious, as advertised. The food is good and the pool area is nice. If you want to stay at the beach and not see the ocean or hear the waves from your room, definitely pay extra for the suite at this resort! We have complained several times and although the staff is apologetic, not one person offered to do anything except downgrade us. It's baffling to me they're allowed to lie about the views of their rooms - my confirmation for this suite clearly describes it as being gulf front. Had we known that the hotel doesn't have a gulf front suite we would've gone elsewhere. Had we known we'd be sitting in front of a construction site all day we especially would've chosen a different location. read more
3 years ago
We stopped here and ate while out driving along HWY 669. We arrived shorty after noon on Sunday and were seated right away. The parking can be a little tricky as there is only one small public lot right next to it. Brisa was our server and was great! We shared the pulled pork nachos & they were very good & filling- loved the flavoring on the chips. Be ready to see & maybe shoo away some birds, that's just part of it. The views are beautiful and it was a fun atmosphere. read more
1 year ago
There should be more of these types of places, it's absolutely gorgeous here. I hope other builders take note and aim to mode after this property. Seriously, we have so many mediocre places in prime locations. The pictures say it all, scroll through them and you'll get an idea of why this place grabs a lot of attention. There's beach access here as well, just have to walk out the gate and you're there. This is a wonderful place to stay, it's in the pricey side as one would expect. I would love to come here again, the views and atmosphere are the best. read more
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3 years ago
I'm going to keep this review sweet and short because the pictures is what helps most too, right? It was very easy to book online. On our drive down the boulevard towards Opal Sands, the building was so beautiful and stuck out like...I don't know...a Really Nice ass building in the entire area lol. Lost for words! We drove by at first and my kids said, "wow, we wish we were staying there!" I said, "I wish too". We drove past again b/c we missed the entrance the first time and they were like, "whattttt Mommy?!" YUP, fooled you kids. Everything was perfect about this resort. From the valet, the gorgeous lobby, the View--everything! It is worth every single dollar and I would turn it into an annual trip if I could! I love how convenient Sea Guini is on the same floor as check-in. We also ordered room service from here the food was surprisingly, amazingly, delicious. Expensive, but delicious. I wouldn't order room service again though....we'd just go downstairs next time but the kids wanted to experience it. The blue décor is what caught my eyes when I first saw it online. The suite had a wrapped around balcony and felt like a little condo with everything you would need. Totally worth it! Don't think about it and just book it! read more
This place was the PERFECT getaway for my husband's birthday. It was a much needed escape from Miami for the weekend. Overall, we loved the hotel, the location, the view. However, the COVID precautions are lacking here which is the only reason it did not get a 5 star rating. My husband and I stayed here at the end of May 2020. The healthcare worker discount was an additional bonus and much appreciated. Valet parking was simple but an additional cost. The hotel itself is beautiful! Our room was very spacious, but the best part was definitely the view from our balcony (where we spent a majority of our time)! Soo many dolphins (and a couple manatees) were sighted from our balcony! We were also able to watch the most gorgeous sunsets. The water is absolutely beautiful. It also overlooks Clearwater Beach (which was WAY too crowded for our liking, so we drove to Madeira Beach for a day which was much more comfortable for us and less crowded). The restaurant had a limited menu, as do most places currently. We were disappointed that our server was not wearing her mask properly, it was on her chin for the majority of the time (a pet peeve of mine). The food itself was good (portions were a generous size) and we enjoyed our cocktails. They did a free dessert for me husband's birthday which was a nice touch. As far as COVID regulations, it was very lackluster. Elevators had signs for only so many people allowed in at a time and routine cleanings. But staff were not all properly wearing masks. There was absolutely no social distancing enforced at the pools, which is why we avoided it. The pool was overcrowded, there were large groups of people gathered up around the pool, and lounge chairs were not very spaced apart. I would definitely recommend this place if you are looking for a place to relax in Clearwater, but maybe after COVID due to the lack of precautions. Great for families or a romantic getaway! read more
4 years ago
This review isn't about the food. The food is your typical beach food: burgers, nachos, fish tacos and sandwiches with fries... all of it delicious. This review is for the service. We arrived last night about 45 minutes before closing which happened by mistake as we had just arrived at the hotel and were not aware of the hours. Jacqueline W. was our server and she was so friendly and happy to be at work, even waiting on us so close to closing. Our intention was only to order a drink and a dessert, but my partner also ordered a burger and fries. When my White Sangria came out, it was delicious but mostly made of ice. Jacqueline recognized it and immediately brought me another one free of charge. The food came out pretty fast, and Jacqueline didn't think the fries were crispy enough and offered to have the kitchen make us more, but we refused since we chose to show up late and realized the kitchen was probably closing down. In today's day, it's difficult to find good service anymore, and I hope that it's still rewarded when someone goes above and beyond. read more
Resort fee is for a pool but no cabana? (staff agrees this is subpar.) Great location, for a resort. Architecture and design are epic. I would say a bit over priced for the accommodations however the location, views... are worth the travel. I would suggest however adjusting fees there of. Positive Very clean, very modern, fabulous. Great art, balconies... I am very pleased with this location. It's in the heart of Clearwater with everything and anything you could desire. Also there must be an elevator floor manager for social distancing. (To much fighting for elevators @ lobby lvl is an obvious problem. read more
4 years ago
Paid over $600 a night for a room that was supposed to be overlooking the Gulf but instead the majority of our view was of a parking lot and an active construction site. Because I am an opal collection member, I was given the option for some pre room request. I asked for a high floor, a quiet room, extra towels, and some hangers. I had also pre ordered a charcuterie plate. Prior to my arrival, all of my requests were reflected as approved. When I checked in, they were unaware of any of my pre arrival requests and placed me on the 3rd floor of a high rise building. I requested to be moved to the high level floor which ended up being on the 8th floor but upon entering my room I saw not only that the view was not primarily of the Gulf but of a parking lot and an active construction site. At this point we were just exhausted and decided to stay in the room but it took them over an hour to bring our luggage to the room after repeated calls. It did not end there. When I went up to my room I saw that they had placed an over $7000 authorization on my credit card!! The room had been paid in full prior to arrival and they were only supposed to put an authorization on my card to cover any incidentals. When I went down to the front desk to speak to the manager she barely apologized and told me that it was just a pending authorization. I explained to her that even a pending authorization limits your availability of your credit line on a card. So basically, there was a hold of over $7000 on my card. What if that had been the only credit card I had brought on my trip with me ? Again, the manager was rude and unapologetic. Further, there is NO private beach associated with the resort as advertised. Basically, you share the public beach. As a frequent Opal Collection guest at the Key West and Jensen Beach resorts, our stay here was anything but relaxing. We will not be returning as we have choices. read more
Great resort ! Ocean room views and just steps away from the beachside . The resort features a formal restaurant, Sea Guini and day spa , both of which are fabulous ! They also have an outdoor cabana bar and casual restaurant . The pool is great with beautiful views , table service and large pool . Each floor also has a pantry stocked with complimentary water and snacks . I really liked the access wristbands they provide so you never have to worry about losing your room key . The bands are waterproof so you can wear them anywhere . Attention to detail is clearly a priority here down to the the hotel's brand of toiletries called Nest . The signature scent infused into the room toiletries is called Ocean Mist and Sea Salt . It is amazing - you will love it ! I was hoping to purchase full size versions but they did not offer this at least during my stay . They do sell a Nest candle and full size hand soap in the scent - which I purchased and love! I definitely recommend the Opal Resort for your stay in Clearwater! read more
4 years ago
I thought the resort it's self was good. Very relaxed vibe at the hotel. Pool was clean, nice pool chairs. The atmosphere in the pool remained quite boring. I was hoping to see some up beat music or some type of activity (bubbles, dive in movie, just something). The bar on the pool deck was sub par. I quickly noticed that the tiki bar on the lower level was much better. Rooms were nice and clean. The beach area near the resort was dirty, not private by any means, harsh waves, I had pictured a nicer beach. I would try another resort next time. The best part about this resort was the food. read more
4 years ago
Had a wonderful stay! Beautiful views. Great service both at the restaurant/bar and room service. Room service was fast and helped anytime I needed. Valet sometimes gets full. Pricey but would definitely stay again. read more
4 years ago
Great location and views. Amazing costumer service and restaurant made this a 5/5 stay. Only major complaint is that they don't provide chairs for the beach like the other hotels. However, still looking forward to coming back again. read more
The body products are by NEST, which is really good quality. It has direct access from the beach, which is really nice! The pool is beautiful. There's also a spa pool which is perfect for relaxing after playing around the beach and the pool. All day free fruits water and snacks. Will stay here again if visit Clearwater again. read more
5 years ago
5 years ago
This is my second time visiting Opal Sands and it did not disappoint. From the time we arrived, the customer service was spectacular. Our room was on the 15th floor which provided breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. We spent the majority of our time at the pool area and Christine made sure our chairs were prepped, provided towels when we went to the beach, and checked on us throughout our time at the pool. Bekah, Emily, and Megan all took extraordinary care of us while at the pool. Their service is top notch! We experienced sub-par experience from Jace, which dampened our mood, but Christine and the others were so kind that we quickly returned to enjoying ourselves. George and JJ, bartenders at Seaquin also great for conversations and tasty drinks. Overall, the hotel is lovely and the service is wonderful. We will be back!! read more
Beautiful hotel especially if you like view of water/beach. The shape/build of hotel is such that most rooms have beautiful view. Our balcony facing water & our front entrance with clear glass windows with view of street facing street. Room service & overall hotel service is great. Our room was spacious for family of 4 with 2 queen beds. We are here during Christmas so the lobby & outside has a festive decor for that holiday feel. Each floor had free holiday cWe used their spa service which was also good. The restaurant inside has excellent ambiance and service as well but I felt the menu was lacking verity & food flavors just mediocre especially given the price you pay for it. Christmas Day brunch had extensive verity but I must say their dessert spread was off the chart both for brunch & regular after dinner desserts. There are other walking distance restaurants, ice cream parlor & activities such as dolphin tours (which we took advantage of) all around less elegant but worth it here for a holiday meal & fine dining experience. We loved the poolside experience with well attended bar service & great view again of the gulf water. Downside is that the hotel doesn't have it's own beach access. You can easily walk to the beach but it was Uber congested with the local crowds. That being said, we do plan to return some day. read more
5 years ago
4 years ago
Stayed 5 days and it was wonderful! Clean, private balconies with gulf front views! Every staff member was friendly and so accommodating. This was celebrating 43rd anniversary and was so relaxing and enjoyable. Did not use car except to go to and from airport, can walk everywhere. Would definitely go back!! read more
5 years ago
7 years ago
I have visited this resort twice within the year. I love everything about this resort! As soon as you pull up they great you and treat you very nice! Check-in always goes smoothly and are greeted with smiles! They help you with your luggage to a magnificent room with a gorgeous view! Make sure you are there to catch a breathtaking sunset! The food from room service to pool side is delicious! You will not want to leave! read more
5 years ago
This resort is way overpriced. It does have a beautiful view and I must say staff is extremely nice. Location is good. That's pretty much all they have going for them. I honestly don't think it's worth over $500 a night. Hotel room was not cleaned had to ask for them to clean and they did a poor job. No private beach access. Drinks by pool are weak and overpriced. Beds are uncomfortable and pull out couch is horrible. All night I could hear are balcony doors open and close! No laundry service or area. I mean we had a great time just not $500 a night great! read more
4 years ago
5 years ago
Gorgeous hotel! Starting at check in, the bars, restaurants, pools, hot tub, the cleanliness, the views WOW!! Its amazing! It's our second stay, plan on coming back for a third. It's SO nice to be greeted with a smile, kind and knowledgeable staff really goes a long way Great food! Great drinks! Great location!! Great job management! Only reason I did not give 5 stars the beach gets VERY crowded, we couldn't get pool chairs one day, it is Memorial Day weekend, so it's definitely busier than usual! And a bit pricey but you get what you pay for! Did I mention the views?? read more
5 years ago
Resort is on the perfect spot, perfect shape, perfect looks. Went here for 4 days and it was amazing. Hotel staff are nice but don't leave your belongings out when at the pool or not I watched some people would steal them. read more
5 years ago
Wonderful place to escape. From the service to the rooms no disappointment. We never left the resort. We will definitely be back soon. read more
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8 years ago
Such an incredible resort! Definitely coming back! Awesome location, room was magnificent with great decor, staff was helpful and friendly. read more
6 years ago
Spectacular resort. Beautiful sunset views. Relaxing and clean. Never disappoints. Great place for a little R&R read more
3 years ago
Fabulous place & Andrew / Vic at the Sandbar are so fun. We hung out for HOURS! Honeymoon vibes = excellent. read more
7 years ago
I'm sorry. Beautiful place but horrible service. I live local and would not come back. Waiters bad Bartenders bad. Front desk doesn't care. You spend this much and get treated horribly is unacceptable. So disappointed. I had to fight $30'cork fee to celebrate friends engagement. After buying 2 bottles of wine. read more
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Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
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