A favorite is the local bay grouper crusted with a simple blend of fresh herbs and breadcrumbs, drizzled with a smoked yellow tomato and pepper coulis, and served atop a creamy bed of lemon-basil risotto.
Sea-Guini serves ocean-centered cuisine with an Italian flair, utilizing fresh ingredients from the restaurant’s own green wall and the nearby waters. /rebates/&.com252fHotelReview-g34141-d8773406-Reviews-OpalSandsResortSpa-ClearwaterFlorida. Given the unique design, views of the Gulf of Mexico are ubiquitous throughout the property.Īs with most endeavors on Clearwater Beach, dining at Opal Sands is seaside, and each of the three restaurants offers views of the Gulf. Visitors are bound to encounter at least one, whether it’s dancing in the wake of passing boats or a celebrity at nearby Clearwater Marine Aquarium, home to the saltwater stars of the film Dolphin Tale. These marine mammals outnumber even the tourists. The resort’s curved design allows for waterfront views in all 230 rooms, which boast floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open onto balconies conducive to Champagne sipping and dolphin watching.Īnd there are plenty of dolphins to spot. Open since February, Opal Sands Resort stands perched on the point between Clearwater Pass and the Gulf of Mexico. Vacationers seeking a pampered stay on Clearwater Beach now have a haven of contemporary comfort, where they can lounge by the zero-entry pool until the next round of handcrafted tropical beverages arrives. This nonchalance makes the newly constructed Opal Sands Resort all the more unexpected. At night, it’s all about martinis and seafood with Italian flair at Sea-Guini.
Watching a school of dolphins that visited regularly during sunrise and sunset propelling out of the water with the sun as the backdrop was one of my favorite activities during my stay.The oceanfront pool beckons by day. The balcony is partitioned off with a frosted glass enclosure system so that you cannot see the guests next to you but that still allows light to come through, while the front railing utilizes a clear glass balustrade so you have completely unimpeded views of the Gulf of Mexico and the ever-changing sky. The best part of the room was the balcony and the views. If you travel like us (we often have our own stash liquor and mixers like our favorite, Owl’s Brew on hand) these types of details are appreciated. The room also has a small kitchen area that offers an empty space to keep perishables cold. The rooms are incredibly spacious with ample closet space, large bathrooms and multiple sitting areas. The grounds are beautifully landscaped with well-selected plant species that will only get more luscious over time as they mature. The resort’s curved tower and oval core create multiple exciting building views and serves as a dramatic punctuation on Clearwater Beach”. Vice President, James Wurst of the architectural firm NBWW, who collaborated on the exterior design with Ocean Properties Hotels, Resorts & Affiliates tells me, “Opal Sands Resort combines a contemporary vocabulary with a lively, beach-chic resort atmosphere marked by strong architectural features. Walsh continues, “We felt there was a need for a very high-end hotel on this end of the beach that could deliver a first class experience to young travelers, a family on vacation, a high-end group, or someone looking to have a wedding”. Opal Sands Resort is the newest Gulf front luxury hotel on the Gulf of Mexico. Walsh’s thinking with Opal Sands was to offer guests a modern luxury experience with a coastal-inspired palette, stylized wood accents and unique textures chosen by interior design firm Design Duncan Miller Ullman that would appeal to a variety of age demographics. Sandpearl, which we manage with JMC Resort Properties, honors the area’s history and the legacy of Clearwater Beach in its design and artwork and has a timeless beauty”. Walsh tells me, “We asked ourselves what would compliment Sandpearl’s success and the growing demand for high-end accommodations. With a sister property, the Sandpearl Resort, a few miles away I was curious to find out what made Walsh’s company decided to build another hotel so close.
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