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turns up something. Resorts along South Beach typically cordon off their own slice of
sand.
Cavalier Beach Resort
MOTEL
( 727-442-9492;
www.cavalierbeachresort.com
;
64 Bay Esplanade; r $99-140; )
Amid the behemoths on the beach a few small, mom-and-pop places such as the Cavalier
linger on. Run by Ellen, this 1950s motel is full of quirky details and retro furnish-
ings.Years of experience mean her rooms are equipped with everything you'll ever need
and service is attentive and personal.
Parker Manor Resort
MOTEL
( 727-446-6562;
www.parkermanor.com
;
115 Brightwater Dr; r $95-135, 2-bed apt $160-180;
)
On the harbor, but a walkable distance to the beach, this small, well-kept complex attracts
an older crowd who enjoy playing billiards in the covered courtyard and lounging by the
small pool. Suites are fully loaded for cooking and extended stays.
SandPearl Resort
RESORT
( 727-441-2425;
www.sandpearl.com
;
500 Mandalay Ave; r $250-450; )
Clearwater's SandPearl is an LEED Silver-certified beach resort within walking distance
of Pier 60 and Clearwater's restaurant row. Following all the most fashionable trends, it
touts an ecoconscious spa, boat slips, 253 sandy-hued rooms and suites with dark-wood
furniture and Gulf-gazing balconies. Dining at the Caretta restaurant includes an organic-
ally sourced menu and sushi, while the Tate Island Grill serves pulled pork just inches
from the sand.
Eating
No one comes to Clearwater for the food, but rest assured, cheap to midrange meals are
plentiful.
Frenchy's Original Cafe
SEAFOOD
