Belleview Inn  

On Tampa Bay’s coast in Belleair — a restored 1897 landmark set just 320 feet from the Intracoastal Waterway. Minutes from Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Pier 60 Park, Sand Key Park, Coachman Park and John's Pass Village & Boardwalk. Address: 25 Belleview Boulevard, Clearwater, FL.

This historic inn on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places has 35 guestrooms and period spaces like the Grand Hall and Tiffany Room, blending classic charm with modern comforts. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, safes, desks and private baths with deep soaking tubs; daily housekeeping keeps the place polished. Once a getaway for royalty, presidents and celebrities, the property has been carefully restored to its former glory.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, work out in the 24-hour fitness center, or stroll down to the private beach and the nearby Intracoastal. On-property facilities include bars, restaurants and lounges plus an 18-hole golf course and relaxed poolside spots — all wrapped in a historic, seaside setting.

Wireless high-speed internet keeps you connected. The hotel also offers a 24-hour business center, 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, luggage storage and onsite self-parking.

Grab coffee and light bites at the on-site café, or enjoy cocktails and meals in the hotel's bars, restaurants and lounges. For a classic dining experience, the neighboring Belleair Country Club is a noted lunch and dinner venue.