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The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 star property

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Indie boutique energy with bay views

The Karol Hotel is an independent boutique stay with true character, pairing modern, sleek style with curated details. Social time centers on K Club Bar & Bistro and the Vantage Rooftop Bar, giving the property an easy, contemporary rhythm from lobby to rooftop. Guest rooms are designed as serene retreats, many with lakeside views of Tampa Bay.

  • Signature dining at Katch Bistro

    Locally inspired New American and coastal seafood plus alfresco terrace views.

  • Rooftop cocktails with a skyline show

    Climate-controlled Vantage pairs tapas and craft drinks with Tampa views.

  • Fitness that travels with you

    24-hour gym plus complimentary Fitbod workouts tailored to the equipment.

Amenities

  • Resort-style lakeside outdoor pool with loungers
  • Bay View Rooms with ergonomic workspace
  • Bourbon, mezcal, and gin craft cocktails
  • Lobby collage of photos and memorabilia
  • Easy access between Clearwater, St. Pete, Tampa
  • St. Pete-Clearwater airport just 2.5 to 3 miles
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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View (Bay View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 326 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 326 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 349 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Transfer Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Transfer Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Clearwater is home to The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Vinoy Park, while Salvador Dali Museum and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Tropicana Field, and consider making time for Splash Harbour Water Park, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Clearwater travel guide
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2675 ULMERTON RD, Clearwater, FL, 33762

What's nearby

  • A landscaped area with palm trees, a flag, and a building with a green roof.
    Feather Sound Country Club
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A pedestrian bridge with a modern design, overlooking a river with a boat docked on the left.
    Tampa Riverwalk
    19 min drive - 17.0 miles
  • Raymond James Stadium with a large advertisement and a parking garage.
    Raymond James Stadium
    19 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • A coastal cityscape with a large cruise ship docked, a bridge, and industrial buildings.
    Port Tampa Bay
    30 min drive - 22.5 miles
  • Topgolf
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station
    19 min drive
  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    14 min walk
  • McDonald's
    15 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    16 min walk
  • Bascom's Chop House
    19 min walk

About this property

The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

  • Hotel near Tampa Bay
  • At The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, you can look forward to a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Katch Bistro, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with 2 bars and a 24-hour gym.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
    • 6 meeting rooms, smoke-free premises, and outdoor furniture
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 123 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Free infant beds and free extra beds
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee: USD 17 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • K Club Bar
  • Katch Bistro
  • Vantage Rooftop Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 9 floors
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 17 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

As of Aug 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel on Aug 16, 2026 start from $191, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel located?

Situated in Clearwater, this hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Feather Sound Country Club and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Tampa Bay Grand Prix. Tampa Bay and Derby Lane are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Karol Hotel, St. Petersburg Clearwater, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 343 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 343 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 343 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 343 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 343 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Nicollette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and the staff was excellent. Taj and Dwight were extremely helpful throughout our stay. We will definitely return again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing, room was beautiful. Water pressure was great! Staff was excellent. No complaints!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean, staff was exceptional! Beautiful hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shenie'

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, complimentary waters given and always welcomed in!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of our favorite hotel stays ever. We will definitely be returning next year. The room was spacious, the shower and bath robes were amazing. The roof top bar was beautiful. Overall just a really beautiful hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice Hotel . Service was excellent .. my stay exceeded my expectations and I will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

malaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room. Staff was very welcoming. The roof top bar was a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anabell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel for the area and comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodations with great people!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patrice J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the options for dining and a roof top bar.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hanan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying at the hotel, it is very nice and clean, modern and spacious rooms, staff are very friendly. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant and rooftop bar
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Staff was very gracious and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Latreena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was phenomenal; not too far from the beach, shopping plaza, restaurants & top golf.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel great staff amazing food and drinks rooftop bar was amazing we shall return
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Raela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the elite lounge and roof top bar. Rooms were very spacious and quiet. Also, the hotel staff were extremely helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was huge and immaculate, really very comfortable with a great bed and coffee/tea and snacks. We really enjoyed the roof top bar for drinks and an amazing view. We didn’t eat in the restaurant because this hotel is well located and there were many options near by. I would definitely stay here again, it was very enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room decor and overall hotel decor was modern. The room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samuelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We had an amazing stay at the Karol. It is a lively hotel with friendly staff. We enjoyed the restaurant and bar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

ENRIQUE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was great hotel. The bed is so comfortable so much space and super clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice, friendly and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anisha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and welcoming staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, highly recommend

Hotel was updated, staff was friendly and the room was clean. It was also a good value. We’d stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Lake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is super clean. The staff was very nice & welcoming. We were not aware of free breakfast. We did eat inside the restaurant on site. The food was pretty good-$67 for 2.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025