The hotel is located just minutes from beaches and the Tampa international airport. Guests can dive into ocean adventures and big-city thrills near the hotel in Clearwater-Central; or stroll along some of the country's top-rated beaches, including Caladesi Island and Clearwater Beach, ranked No. 1 for city beaches in the Gulf of Mexico. Guests can also visit Pier 60, a recreational pier/park featuring a bait house, a children's playground, and beautiful sunsets. For arts and culture, guests can visit the Gulf Coast Museum of Art or take in the Clearwater Fine Arts Show. Or, commune with nature at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and the Florida Botanical Gardens. Of course, shopping abounds near the hotel in Clearwater-Central, with a treasure trove of shopping villages, antique stores and beachside shops.