GulfView Hotel on the Beach
625 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767-2643
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Avg. C$430 /night, 3/21 - 3/22
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See why so many travellers make GulfView Hotel - On The Beach their resort of choice when visiting Clearwater. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a family-friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travellers like you.
Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Beach Walk (1.2 km) and Citizens Commission on Human Rights (2.6 km), guests of Econo Lodge Beachfront Hotel can easily experience some of Clearwater's most well known attractions.
Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Econo Lodge Clearwater offer a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette.
During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including 24 hour front desk and a sun terrace. Guests of Clearwater Econo Lodge are also welcome to enjoy a pool, located on site. For travellers arriving by car, free parking is available.
Clearwater has plenty of seafood restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Frenchy's Rockaway Grill, Island Way Grill, and Crabby's Beachwalk Bar & Grill, which are serving up some great dishes.
Should time allow, Pier 60 and Sand Key Park are some popular attractions that are within walking distance.
At GulfView Hotel - On The Beach, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Clearwater.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Vending machine
Beach
Non-smoking hotel
Sun loungers / beach chairs
24-hour front desk
Paid private parking nearby
Parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Fence around pool
Sun terrace
First aid kit
Clothes dryer
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Safe
Coffee / tea maker
Kitchenette
Flatscreen TV
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Seating area
Iron
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Kitchenware
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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Languages Spoken
English, Spanish, Polish
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625 S Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33767-2643
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Somewhat walkable
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Great location and free parking that’s about it.
Grotty room and filthy carpet you literally need to put shoes on to walk around the room.
We were there 2 nights Saturday and Sunday and we had very little sleep due to excessive VERY loud music BLASTING from the hotel nxt door till 2 am. Then till 1 am Sunday.
Air con is so noisy as well so that’s kinda drowns out some of the noise.
Pool/beach was overrun Saturday but a lot quieter Sunday.
Not sure why you need a wristband to access the private beach/pool they don’t provide anything like towels/beds /chairs etc.
Beach is much nicer further along.
God help anyone staying at the Shepards hotel nxt door if they want some peace and quite it was shaking the floor in our room it was that loud.
Pay a little more and stay further along or get a room well away from shepards hotel.
We were glad to leave this hotel.
But Clearwater is a beautiful place with many nice restaurants glad we visited.
Grotty room and filthy carpet you literally need to put shoes on to walk around the room.
We were there 2 nights Saturday and Sunday and we had very little sleep due to excessive VERY loud music BLASTING from the hotel nxt door till 2 am. Then till 1 am Sunday.
Air con is so noisy as well so that’s kinda drowns out some of the noise.
Pool/beach was overrun Saturday but a lot quieter Sunday.
Not sure why you need a wristband to access the private beach/pool they don’t provide anything like towels/beds /chairs etc.
Beach is much nicer further along.
God help anyone staying at the Shepards hotel nxt door if they want some peace and quite it was shaking the floor in our room it was that loud.
Pay a little more and stay further along or get a room well away from shepards hotel.
We were glad to leave this hotel.
But Clearwater is a beautiful place with many nice restaurants glad we visited.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Â Take a boat trip great value for money
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Response from Jo P, Owner at GulfView Hotel on the Beach
Responded Jan 21, 2023
My apologies that you did not enjoy the live entertainment. It can be a bit overwhelming at times which is why we upgraded all the windows. We could have moved you to the quieter side of the hotel. Towels are always available at the front desk.
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Stayed March 28-April 3, 2021
Upon checking in an hour early, we were assigned a room. After lugging all our luggage to the 3rd floor on the ONE delapadated elevator, we found the door to the room open and the beds stripped. I called the desk and was told “oops, come back to get a new room” no apology from blonde haired lady at the front desk. She just said she can’t see well without her glasses. Ok so now In room 343. Very basic, run down room but clean. Got unpacked and put on swimsuits and went to the pool. The private beach is fantastic, and this is the one plus, sunsets are amazing too. The pool, however is very very small and dated, the hot tub does not get hot.You must pay to rent chairs on the beach. The front desk lady could not answer a single question about renting chairs because they are not affiliated with the hotel. This hotel offers zero amenities, no food, no drinks no room service and NO housekeeping. Due to covid they are NOT cleaning rooms. Leave your trash outside your door and they will pick it up. Good luck getting towels because they never seem to have any large ones. The air is loud and the room is musty. You are given bracelets for pool and beach but no one checks. The location of the hotel itself is great, and walking distance to food and shops. We saw Dolphins swimming every day of our trip from the beach. This was amazing.
The jolly trolley stop is across the street and will talk you down the strip and I believe it’s free. Taco Bus is a great place to eat and I do not recommend the putt putt golf unless you have a few hours. It’s 19 holes and takes forever. I would also recommend you consider increasing your budget and stay at a better hotel.
Upon checking in an hour early, we were assigned a room. After lugging all our luggage to the 3rd floor on the ONE delapadated elevator, we found the door to the room open and the beds stripped. I called the desk and was told “oops, come back to get a new room” no apology from blonde haired lady at the front desk. She just said she can’t see well without her glasses. Ok so now In room 343. Very basic, run down room but clean. Got unpacked and put on swimsuits and went to the pool. The private beach is fantastic, and this is the one plus, sunsets are amazing too. The pool, however is very very small and dated, the hot tub does not get hot.You must pay to rent chairs on the beach. The front desk lady could not answer a single question about renting chairs because they are not affiliated with the hotel. This hotel offers zero amenities, no food, no drinks no room service and NO housekeeping. Due to covid they are NOT cleaning rooms. Leave your trash outside your door and they will pick it up. Good luck getting towels because they never seem to have any large ones. The air is loud and the room is musty. You are given bracelets for pool and beach but no one checks. The location of the hotel itself is great, and walking distance to food and shops. We saw Dolphins swimming every day of our trip from the beach. This was amazing.
The jolly trolley stop is across the street and will talk you down the strip and I believe it’s free. Taco Bus is a great place to eat and I do not recommend the putt putt golf unless you have a few hours. It’s 19 holes and takes forever. I would also recommend you consider increasing your budget and stay at a better hotel.
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Was my first visit to Clearwater beach and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. I was a bit concerned about our choice of hotel but it really exceeded my expectations!
Valentina, at the front desk, was so friendly and helpful! We had a great view of the water from our balcony and the room was everything we could want, comfortable beds, cold refrigerator, and good air conditioning. We never had a problem with parking the car in the hotel (free) lot. We loved the pool deck, right on the beach. The bands at Shephards next door were loud but when we closed the balcony door it blocked the noise. Actually we enjoyed sitting on the balcony, listening to the music!
Everything you need is in walking distance, restaurants, groceries, liquor store, and miniature golf. I wouldn't hesitant to book here again as it's a great value for this location.
Valentina, at the front desk, was so friendly and helpful! We had a great view of the water from our balcony and the room was everything we could want, comfortable beds, cold refrigerator, and good air conditioning. We never had a problem with parking the car in the hotel (free) lot. We loved the pool deck, right on the beach. The bands at Shephards next door were loud but when we closed the balcony door it blocked the noise. Actually we enjoyed sitting on the balcony, listening to the music!
Everything you need is in walking distance, restaurants, groceries, liquor store, and miniature golf. I wouldn't hesitant to book here again as it's a great value for this location.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Room Tip:Â High floor, 4 or 5, and north side for best views of the water
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Now we know why the price is cheap!! There are few good things. First the location to everything is awesome!!!!!!! The beach is well cared for and the pool and hot tub are really nice. However, there are no chairs to rent or take to the beach or towels either. Your can go to the beach next door to get those but you have to stay on that beach. The bar next door is really nice and has good food and drinks!!!! You can bring those over but again, no place to sit. The pool has a rail around it but I am worried that a good gust of wind will take it down, do not lean on it.
Inside the hotel the smell of marijuana is almost unbearable. Now we know why the doors were all propped open when we got there. The inside is in major need of upgrading. The luggage carts are all different and they, along with the ice.machine, all have names with laminated signs attached to them telling to be careful with the "staff" as they are overworked. And FYI, do not try and fill your yeti cup with ice, apparently that is considered a cooler and that is not allowed.
Inside the room I thought I took a trip back to the 70's. The thick green curtains were something from a museum. The shower rod was very loose and almost falling off. The fan in the bathroom barely worked. The light fixtures were from the same era as the curtains. Our room had a small sink with a two burner stove on it, we didn't try it. There was a small fridge under it and then directly across from this was another small fridge. The outdoor balcony was nice but the music from the hotel 2 places away kept us up til 1am. The electrical outlets will not keep anything in as they are so loose the charger for my cell phone kept falling out.
There is a sign at the desk that says they don't do daily room cleaning and I am not sure if it is weekly either. You are to place your trash in bags out in the hall and someone will get it later. There are two washers and dryers but no laundry detergent.
Overall, glad we only stayed one night but next time I will pay more and go somewhere else.
Inside the hotel the smell of marijuana is almost unbearable. Now we know why the doors were all propped open when we got there. The inside is in major need of upgrading. The luggage carts are all different and they, along with the ice.machine, all have names with laminated signs attached to them telling to be careful with the "staff" as they are overworked. And FYI, do not try and fill your yeti cup with ice, apparently that is considered a cooler and that is not allowed.
Inside the room I thought I took a trip back to the 70's. The thick green curtains were something from a museum. The shower rod was very loose and almost falling off. The fan in the bathroom barely worked. The light fixtures were from the same era as the curtains. Our room had a small sink with a two burner stove on it, we didn't try it. There was a small fridge under it and then directly across from this was another small fridge. The outdoor balcony was nice but the music from the hotel 2 places away kept us up til 1am. The electrical outlets will not keep anything in as they are so loose the charger for my cell phone kept falling out.
There is a sign at the desk that says they don't do daily room cleaning and I am not sure if it is weekly either. You are to place your trash in bags out in the hall and someone will get it later. There are two washers and dryers but no laundry detergent.
Overall, glad we only stayed one night but next time I will pay more and go somewhere else.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip:Â Bring chairs and Febreeze
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Response from Jo P, Owner at GulfView Hotel on the Beach
Responded Jan 21, 2023
I do wish that you had asked at the front desk about your concerns. We explained at check-in about housekeeping, the beach etc. Housekeeping is available upon request. Pool towels are available at the front desk. Most people appreciate our luggage cart names and doors were open for fresh air. I find it very unlikely that someone said anything about you filling a Yeti cup. More likely that someone helped you with it, so ice did not spill on to the floor. Perhaps if you had expressed your concerns while you were here, we could have addressed them.
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I was quite nervous staying here because of the negative reviews and was ready to move to a different hotel if it all goes wrong, fortunately, we didn't have to do that! The location was great, it has it's own private beach and a mini pool ( we didn't really come to clearwater for the pool, if we did, we would have gone to a chained corporate hotel). The Pool is clean as well, check-in was straighforward, we were a little early but they accomodated us, the lobby is well lit, the elavator was not slow as I read in the reviews, people just like to complain I guess, they have 1 elevator which would make sense since they have a small place but would not hurt to add one. The room that we had was nice, it was clean, great smell, we both loved our room, there was no bad smell like I thought there would be especially if you turn that AC on. They have mini shampoos and conditioner, they have a working fridge that actually works and you can ajust the temp, they have microwave, stove, utensils, dishwasher, a nice size TV, iron, hair dryer, they have everything considering for the price you pay, not a bad deal at all, I was a little worried about the sphereds beach being too aggressive at their music playing until 1 am or So. but it wasn't that bad( yes, we were facing the shephered's view + beach, which was beautiful) just turn on the AC, we both have no trouble sleeping, but be aware of shephered's. They do housekeeping per request. No breakfast, but the location of this hotel is amazing, walking distance to restaurants, near to convienience store and some botique. I love that it's near to Sandkey, we walked over there too! Wifi could a little bit tricky especially if you are at the corners. Great Stay, Really Great price!
My suggestion would be, to add a two bottles of water per room and they can charge the guest if they want to drink the water ( just put tags on it), because that would be convenient( we have been drinking bottles of water, not a fan of florida tap water, there is a funny taste to it, even in the restaurants) and maybe change the hallway lights, for more nicer aesthetic look, put extra mat or change it to a longer one in the ground elevator entrance because I feel like its a little too short, can be quite a little dangerous if you are wearing slippers, I notice that area tends to collect a puddle of water on the right side are that the wasn't covered by a mat. Lastly, maybe have an additional filter in the hallways.
My suggestion would be, to add a two bottles of water per room and they can charge the guest if they want to drink the water ( just put tags on it), because that would be convenient( we have been drinking bottles of water, not a fan of florida tap water, there is a funny taste to it, even in the restaurants) and maybe change the hallway lights, for more nicer aesthetic look, put extra mat or change it to a longer one in the ground elevator entrance because I feel like its a little too short, can be quite a little dangerous if you are wearing slippers, I notice that area tends to collect a puddle of water on the right side are that the wasn't covered by a mat. Lastly, maybe have an additional filter in the hallways.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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GARBAGE!!!! High mold activity. Hotel has been flooded. We were told the whole first floors smells like that and we had to relocate hotels same night. High Mold content rooms smelled right away like peppermint and my heart started racing. There was no way to stay here. Should be condemned! We are still awaiting a refund. Joyce the front desk manager has not responded or refunded we are disputing through our credit card company!
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip:Â Bring a respirator mask and do not let children sleep here. 1st floor is full of mold!
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Response from Jo P, Owner at GulfView Hotel on the Beach
Responded Jan 19, 2025
Not sure why I am only seeing this now but yes, the hotel was flooded during the recent hurricanes. Please contact me about your refund as I have no information about your stay. Front desk @ gulfviewhotel. com
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Awful place, at first it seemed OK. The rooms are renovated from Hurricane water damage. Smelled a little moldy so we opened the door and let fresh air in. Once you close the door you realized it didn't help. We then had to buy air fresheners across the street. One of the rooms we booked had a cockroach in it. The front desk acted like it was no big deal when we took the bug to them after killing it. They didn't offer new rooms nor did they give a discount like they said they would. They said it was because we opened the door to the patio. That WE let the cocktoach in. The door to the parking lot was next to both our rooms and it banged so loud all night that we didn't get much sleep. Horrible service, don't stay here. I never leave reviews but I thought it would be best so no one else goes through the same situation. It really put a damper on our trip. Lesson learned!
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Date of stay: February 2025Trip type: Travelled with family
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Arrived at the hotel room to find orthodontic bands in the carpet and balcony where it had not been cleaned properly. The sliding balcony door would not lock which is a problem with small children. You have to request your room be cleaned and when we asked for fresh towels, they made us walk to back up to the room and turn in the dirty ones before we got fresh ones. We also had to ask for trash bags and change our own garbage. Due to poor housekeeping, other guests would have to lay their trash in the hall.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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This hotel had so much potential great location and private beach.. i don’t need a fancy hotel by no means but with that being said not being clean Is another story… the carpets were filthy.. the smell of room will hit you hard…. The lady who is there in the morning is very shady and very unprofessional… who ever owns that is def just there to make money and def don’t care about their guest…. My advice is to pay a little extra with surrounding hotels you will not be disappointed very clean and professional staff…
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Â Stay anywhere but here filthy
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Great little place, stayed for 4 nights, booked a room with a view, which had a great view of the water. Mainly booked here because its one of the few places that allow you to smoke on the balcony, Staff was very friendly, they kept the place clean, considering it's located on the beach, bed were comfy and having the mini kitchens was a nice addition. If ever back in the area would definitely stay at again
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I checked out today, people seem to smoke marijuana in the rooms so I'm thinking cigarettes on the balcony would be no problem
Absolutely not, when you shut the door you barely hear anything and we were overlooking the bar/band area.
Smoking is allowed on the beach, and my husband did smoke on the balcony. Just close the sliders doors so the smoke doesn't go into the room.
Yes to all, except the glasses. We provide individually wrapped plastic cups instead.
No breakfast; however there is a grocery store across the street where you can get eggs and bread and use the pans and toaster in your room to make your own breakfast. There's also an IHOP a few minute walk away.
"This place is perfect for couples or families and YES this place has it's own PRIVATE BEACH "Read full review
"Bring a respirator mask and do not let children sleep here. 1st floor is full of mold!"Read full review
"Save a few dollars and take advantage of the kitchenette for some meals. Lots of grocery stores you can grab cold cuts rolls eggs milk etc"Read full review
"Get up early to find the best seashells on the beach. Lots to choose from! Shepard's next door offers free live music."Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
C$287 - C$460 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
econo lodge beachfront hotel clearwater, econo lodge clearwater, clearwater econo lodge
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Econo Lodge Beachfront Resort
LOCATION
United StatesFloridaClearwaterClearwater Beach
NUMBER OF ROOMS
64
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Frequently Asked Questions about GulfView Hotel on the Beach
Which popular attractions are close to GulfView Hotel on the Beach?
Nearby attractions include Captain Bligh's Landing (0.09 km), The Wave Night Club (0.08 km), and Cle' (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at GulfView Hotel on the Beach?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at GulfView Hotel on the Beach?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
Is parking available at GulfView Hotel on the Beach?
Yes, free parking, paid private parking nearby, and paid public parking nearby are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to GulfView Hotel on the Beach?
Conveniently located restaurants include Saltys Island Bar & Grille, Cabanas Coastal Grill, and Sandbar.
Are there opportunities to exercise at GulfView Hotel on the Beach?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at GulfView Hotel on the Beach?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at GulfView Hotel on the Beach?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, and Polish.
Are there any historical sites close to GulfView Hotel on the Beach?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Church of Scientology Information Center (2.6 km).
Does GulfView Hotel on the Beach have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
Is GulfView Hotel on the Beach accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.