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JW Marriott Tampa Water Street vs Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street is a downtown luxury Marriott with large event spaces, multiple restaurants, two sixth-floor pools, and a full-service spa — read this if you want easy access to Tampa’s Convention Center, Riverwalk and business district. Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites is a large full-service beachfront resort on Clearwater Beach — read this if you prefer Gulf-front sand, beach access and family-oriented resort amenities.

Updated · about 25 miles (≈40 km) apart

Outdoor resort pool deck with cabanas at JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

Downtown · Event-ready · Two pools

Best for business travelers, conferences, and guests who want immediate downtown access and large meeting/bankroom capacity.

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Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites, Clearwater Beach, Florida

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites

Beachfront · Large resort · Full-service spa & pools

Best for beach-first stays, families or groups wanting direct Clearwater Beach access and a large resort with on-site beachside dining and activities.

Quick Verdict: JW Marriott Tampa Water Street vs Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites

When JW Marriott Tampa Water Street wins: choose the JW Marriott if you need a downtown base for conferences, concerts, or a Tampa-centric itinerary; it’s built around event space, close-in city attractions, and rooftop dining and pools.

When Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites wins: choose the Hyatt if your priority is being on the sand — the property sits on Clearwater Beach with private-feeling beachfront access, outdoor pool, on-site seafood restaurant and many water-sport options nearby.

Bottom line: both are full-service upscale hotels, but they serve different trip types. Pick JW Marriott for downtown Tampa convenience, meetings and nightlife; pick the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites for a traditional Gulf-coast beach resort stay.

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JW Marriott Tampa Water Street vs Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites
CategoryJW Marriott Tampa Water StreetHyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites
Overall vibeUrban luxury, business-and-event focusBeach resort, leisure-and-family focus
LocationDowntown Water Street Tampa, steps from Riverwalk and Convention CenterOn Clearwater Beach, steps to Pier 60 and Gulf sand
Size (rooms)519 rooms across 27 floors286 guestrooms
Ages / policyAll-ages property (not adults-only); 18+ minimum to check in
Pools & beach accessTwo sixth-floor outdoor pools (including a saltwater pool) plus cabanas; no beachOutdoor pool, hot tub, direct beach access and many water-sport options nearby
Restaurants & barsMultiple outlets: Driftlight Steakhouse, SiX (6th floor), Beacon rooftop, Driftlight Lounge, Turntable, JW MarketTwo on-site restaurants including SHOR American Seafood, poolside bar and a coffee shop/cafe
Spa & fitnessSpa by JW with 10 treatment suites, rooftop whirlpool; complimentary fitness center and classesFull-service spa, 24-hour health club on site
Meetings & eventsExtensive — ~100,000 sq ft indoor/outdoor event space with ballrooms (largest ballroom ~29,060 sq ft)Conference space ~12,002 sq ft with 12 meeting rooms
Accessibility & family featuresAccessible routes, accessible pool and rooms; not pet-friendly (service animals allowed)Accessible public washrooms, accessible fitness center, on-site children’s pool and family amenities
Nearest major airportTampa International Airport (TPA) ~7–8 miles from hotelNearest: St. Petersburg–Clearwater Intl. (PIE) ~12.5 mi; Tampa Intl. Airport ~20.6 mi

A Look Inside JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

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Location: Downtown Tampa vs. Clearwater Beach

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street – Location

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street places you in the Water Street district with direct Riverwalk access and walking distance to the Convention Center and Amalie Arena.

  • Steps from Tampa Riverwalk and the Tampa Convention Center
  • Short walk to Amalie Arena and Tampa Bay History Center
  • Easy access to downtown restaurants, nightlife and the TECO heritage streetcar

Choose the JW for a city-center stay where attractions, dining and event venues are within walking distance.

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites – Location

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites sits on Clearwater Beach within a few minutes’ walk of Pier 60 and beach activities.

  • On Clearwater Beach and close to Pier 60 Park and Beach Walk
  • Multiple nearby marinas and beach activities; water sports rentals are available
  • Shuttle options and nearby airports listed for access to the region

Choose the Hyatt Regency for immediate Gulf-front beach access and proximity to Clearwater Beach attractions.

Rooms: downtown rooms with water-views vs. beachfront guestrooms

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street – Rooms

JW Marriott offers 17 room types across 519 rooms with city, harbor and partial bay views and multiple suite levels.

  • Room types include Executive, Deluxe and multiple corner/harbor-view suites
  • Rooms include in-room Wi‑Fi; some rooms have Executive Lounge access
  • Maximum occupancy up to 8 for some suites

Choose the JW for a broad room portfolio and rooms designed for business, group and event travelers.

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites – Rooms

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites provides 286 guestrooms, many with private furnished balconies and in-room microwaves.

  • Rooms come with microwaves and flat-screen TVs; many have furnished balconies
  • Complimentary Wi‑Fi and cable programming available
  • Pillowtop beds with down comforters; complimentary toiletries in bathrooms

Choose the Hyatt Regency for comfortable beachfront rooms and balcony views of the Gulf.

Dining & drinks: rooftop and steakhouse vs. seafood and poolside dining

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street – Dining & drinks

JW Marriott’s dining lineup leans city-style: steakhouse, sixth-floor bistro by the pools, a rooftop lounge and market/coffee options.

  • Driftlight Steakhouse offers breakfast, lunch and dinner with a business-casual dress code
  • SiX on the sixth floor provides indoor-outdoor dining and poolside service
  • Beacon Tampa Rooftop Lounge is a 27th-floor rooftop cocktail lounge with panoramic views

Choose JW Marriott when you want several distinct city-style dining venues and a high rooftop bar.

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites – Dining & drinks

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites focuses on beachfront dining with at least two on-site restaurants and a poolside bar.

  • SHOR American Seafood is the resort’s seafood-forward restaurant (room service available)
  • Poolside bar and snack/cafe options for daytime beachside meals
  • Full breakfasts available for a fee and on-site concierge helps with local bookings

Choose the Hyatt Regency for seafood and casual pool/beach dining steps from the sand.

Pools & beach / signature amenity

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street – Pools & beach / signature amenity

JW Marriott’s signature amenity is its sixth-floor pool complex with two outdoor pools, cabanas and poolside service at SiX.

  • Two sixth-floor outdoor pools including a saltwater pool and a rooftop pool
  • Cabanas available to reserve (hours and starting price published)
  • Guests may access an adjacent sister property pool via a skybridge

Pick JW Marriott for urban poolside relaxation with skyline/water views and private cabanas.

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites – Pools & beach / signature amenity

Hyatt Regency centers on beachfront recreation with a large outdoor pool, a hot tub, and direct beach access for water-sport activities.

  • Outdoor pool and one hot tub on site
  • Direct access to Clearwater Beach with nearby windsurfing, kayaking, scuba and other water sports
  • Pool cabanas and poolside bar service available

Pick the Hyatt Regency for beach-and-water-sport access combined with poolside convenience.

Wellness & evening life

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street – Wellness & evening life

JW Marriott’s Spa by JW and rooftop lounge provide a mix of wellness and evening options in a downtown setting.

  • Spa by JW: 10 treatment suites, steam room, separate lounges, rooftop whirlpool
  • Complimentary 24-hour fitness center and scheduled fitness/yoga classes
  • Beacon rooftop and Driftlight Lounge provide late-night cocktail options

Choose JW Marriott for a fuller spa menu plus rooftop evening venues in the city center.

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites – Wellness & evening life

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites offers a full-service spa and 24-hour health club, pairing daytime beach activities with resort evening dining.

  • On-site full-service spa with reservation-required treatments
  • 24-hour health club and on-site wellness offerings
  • Evening options include bars and seafood dining a short walk from Pier 60 sunset activities

Choose the Hyatt Regency when you want spa services combined with beach evenings and sunset walks.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for conferences & big events
Hotel front desk and lobby check-in counters at JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

JW Marriott — far more total meeting space and much larger ballrooms suited for conventions and big weddings.

Best for beach days & water activities
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites, Clearwater Beach, Florida

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites — beachfront location with beach access and many water-sport options nearby.

Best for rooftop cocktails and city views
Waterfront view over the marina and pool plaza at JW Marriott Tampa Water Street.

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street

JW Marriott — Beacon Tampa Rooftop Lounge on the 27th floor and multiple elevated dining options.

Best for on-site family resort amenities
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites, Clearwater Beach, Florida

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites

Hyatt Regency — children’s pool, beach-focused programming and a broad set of seaside activities.

Frequently asked questions

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street vs Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites: FAQs

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Which hotel is closer to Tampa Convention Center?

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street — it is adjacent to the convention center and within easy walking distance.

Which hotel has direct beach access?

Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort and Suites is on Clearwater Beach and provides direct beach access and nearby water-sport options.

Can I expect a full spa experience at both properties?

Yes. JW Marriott has Spa by JW with 10 treatment suites and rooftop whirlpool access; Hyatt Regency also offers a full-service spa and a 24-hour health club.

Which hotel is better for business travel?

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street — it’s oriented to business and large events, with extensive meeting space and downtown access.

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