PELICAN POINTE CLEARWATER BEACH GULF VIEW CONDO DISCOUNT!

First off, I was not looking for a 5 star resort. I had a few days to burn after a conference and was looking for an inexpensive place for just me... no wife, no kids, just me. This place was a home run. Don't get me wrong, there were plenty of families at the place, but for me it was a quiet getaway to get some work done while having my toes in the sand. I never went in the pool, though it looked nice. There is an incredible beach right across the street. The local Park and Rec Dept keeps the beach in such nice condition that I stopped two of the workers to thank them at the end of my trip.

I walk everywhere so all of Clearwater Beach was at my disposal. For those not looking to venture too far there are a couple of cool bars/restaurants really close to the place. The second day I found "The Bait Shop" restaurant and didn't eat a meal anywhere else the rest of the trip. I have every lunch and dinner there for 3 days. The place is incredible. I will return to Clearwater Beach specifically for The Bait Shop.

The staff at Pelican Pointe was great. If you have a great person heading things up the rest will follow. Melanie was super friendly and that translated to the rest of the staff. I have never really noticed the staff at these types of places before but this crew was so great. I knew most of them by name... even better they knew me.

Before I go all over the top let me get to the drawbacks. #1 I went during the "off-season" in January. I think during Spring Break season I would have a whole other experience. But I felt like I was living in a quaint little seaside town which is exactly what I was looking for, not sure that is the case all the time. #2 There are good bars close but if you are looking to get to "town" it is a 10 minute walk. I can walk for days but understand that some people won't walk for more than a block without having issues. #3 The room was adequate but by no means luxurious. Go get a place at the Hilton if that is what you are looking for.

Our stay at Pelican Pointe exceeded my expectations. Upon check in we were greeted by a genuinely kind and informative staff member at the front desk. Her greeting left us without any questions regarding our stay. Out room was well kept very clean an comfortable. It seemed there was always someone on site cleaning the property(pool area parking lot etc.) To sum up our experience it was clean, comfortable, friendly, great location and affordable.

Rented this for 8 days in September 2012. Was very good value and the owner made it hassle free by answering any questions I had. We decided to go with this property due to its location and the price, which in my opinion was the best around. We had a hassle free check in and had a request to cut the trip shorter by one day due to unforseen circumstances, this was no problem and that was all sorted.

The apartment itself is located on the top floor and as you look at the building in the photo, it is towards the centre of the building where one wing meets the other wing. There is chairs outside with a small table and this is a perfect place to sit out and get some sun or enjoy the heat. Inside the apartment is very clean and comfortable. The bed itself is quite large and spacious compared to other hotels I've stayed in. The safe in the condo we did not have access to, as we could not open it and the reception team did not get back to us with how to open it, but that didn't matter really as there was no real need for it. Room was serviced every day and anna did a great job. The condo has everything really and it's very handy to have the fridge for the water and milk etc and there's a freezer also which came in handy. Tv has great selection of channels if you did find yourself watching it and there's free WiFi also. With regard to location it is right across the road from the beach and you can see the sea from the window in the room. Beach was lovely and water was nice and warm. Can get busy if its a hot day but there was lots of room for everyone. With regard to restaurants we ate quite a few places in Clearwater Beach and Clearwater itself. Our favourites were Crabby Bills(shrimp tacos and the crab trap cocktail) and the Clear Sky Beachside Cafe(Thai Curry coconut Mussels). The condo is a short walk from quite a few restaurants.

Only thing is - If you have loud neighbours then you will hear them. However this can be sorted by informing reception.