Opal Sol Resort

Clearwater Beach just got a brand new jewel on its Gulf Coast crown. Opal Sol Resort opened in February 2025 as Clearwater Beach’s newest luxury all-suite resort, and it has wasted no time earning rave reviews from Florida travelers. Situated directly on the Beach Walk promenade with panoramic Gulf views guaranteed from every room, this is one of the most exciting new properties to hit the Gulf Coast in years. While it is impossible to personally stay at every resort, I have fully vetted and researched the highest-rated options so you don’t have to — and Opal Sol is already shooting to the top of every list. If you are comparing the best new hotels on Clearwater Beach, Opal Sol Resort is a must-consider. Let’s break down exactly what makes this brand-new property so special. Check Rates & Book Opal Sol Resort →

A Brand New Resort in the Heart of Clearwater Beach

Opal Sol sits at 400 Coronado Dr., right on Clearwater’s Beach Walk promenade — one of the most walkable stretches of the entire Gulf Coast. With a walkability score of 92 out of 100, you are steps from the beach, surrounded by dining, shopping, and the nightly Sunsets at Pier 60 celebration. The Clearwater Marine Aquarium is a short drive away, and the Jolly Trolley runs right past the property connecting you all the way to St. Pete Beach. What makes this location especially powerful is that Opal Sol is connected to its sister property Opal Sands via a glass-enclosed sky bridge. That means as a guest, you have access to both resorts — 10 dining outlets, four sparkling pools, and two full-service Opal Spas — all included with your stay.

All-Suite Accommodations with Gulf Views Guaranteed

Every single one of the 248 rooms at Opal Sol is a suite — and every suite faces the Gulf of Mexico. There are no parking lot views here. Studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom layouts are available, giving couples, families, and groups plenty of options. Standard suites feature private balconies, plush bedding, flat-screen TVs, coffee makers, and walk-in showers. Step up to the premium options and you get full gourmet kitchens, soaking tubs in the master bedroom, wrap-around patios with hot tubs, and outdoor showers. The bathrooms have been singled out in guest reviews specifically — described as gorgeously designed with a tropical theme that sets the mood from the moment you check in. The resort also offers thoughtful little extras that guests love: complimentary snack stations and fresh cookies daily, refillable water bottles, free bikes for exploring the beach, snacks and ice on every floor, and free water fill stations throughout the property.

Three Pools, Full-Service Spa, and Endless Amenities

Opal Sol features three Gulf-view pools with no chair reservation required — a refreshing policy that keeps things relaxed and stress-free. The full-service Opal Spa takes a biophilic design approach, blending natural elements like live plants, palm fronds, live-edge wood, and trickling water to create a genuine wellness sanctuary. It shares the same treatment menu as the Opal Spa at Opal Sands, and past guests consistently rave about the experience. Complimentary bike rentals, easy beach access, fitness center, and EV charging stations round out the amenity list. The resort is also pet-friendly, welcoming well-mannered dogs with a gift bag on arrival — a thoughtful touch for traveling families.

Dining: Seven Restaurants Right on Property

Opal Sol features seven dining outlets, making it one of the most well-stocked resorts for food on all of Clearwater Beach. Toast serves up gourmet breakfast with Gulf views and earns a perfect 5.0 on TripAdvisor. Drift is the signature restaurant — an upscale coastal concept where the steak burger alone has been called the best by multiple guests. Current handles poolside cocktails and light bites. In-room dining is available daily from 7am to 11pm. And because the sky bridge connects you directly to Opal Sands, you also have access to SeaGuini’s handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza, the thatched-roof Sandbar tiki bar, and Reflections Pool Bar — all without ever leaving the Opal campus. Ten dining outlets total across the two properties. It is hard to find a comparable setup anywhere on the Gulf Coast.

What Past Guests Are Saying: Review Sentiments

Despite only opening in early 2025, Opal Sol has already accumulated 139 verified reviews on TripAdvisor and earned an outstanding 4.8 out of 5 rating — ranking it #3 of 12 resorts in Clearwater. The subcategory scores are exceptional across the board: Rooms 5.0, Service 4.9, Cleanliness 4.9, Location 4.9, Sleep Quality 4.8, and Value 4.8. What Guests Love Most: The staff is the single most celebrated element across virtually every review. Front desk team members — particularly Yasmine — are called out by name repeatedly for going above and beyond. One guest celebrating a 40th anniversary arrived to find champagne and truffles delivered to their room unprompted. The rooms are described as spacious, beautifully designed, and immaculately clean. The complimentary extras — daily cookies, snack stations, refillable water bottles, bikes, and snacks on every floor — are consistently highlighted as touches that elevate the stay above typical luxury hotels. Multiple guests describe it as the best hotel stay of their lives, with one reviewer stating it outperformed every 5-star resort they had ever visited. Dolphins spotted daily from balconies are mentioned more than once.

A Few Things to Keep in Mind: As a brand-new property still in its first year of operation, a small number of guests noted occasional minor housekeeping inconsistencies. Beach umbrella and chair rentals come at an additional fee, which surprised some guests expecting complimentary beach setup. Valet parking also carries a daily cost. With only 139 reviews so far, the sample size is still building — but the trajectory is exceptional. Overall, the consensus is clear: Opal Sol Resort is already one of the very best places to stay on Clearwater Beach, and at just over a year old, it is only going to get better. If you want to experience Clearwater Beach’s newest and most talked-about luxury resort before everyone else discovers it, now is the time to book. Check Availability & Book Your Stay at Opal Sol →