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2.0 of 5
421 South Gulfview Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33767 (Formerly Red Roof Inn Clearwater Beach)
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Magnuson Hotel Clearwater Beach
Ranked #48 of 97 hotels in Clearwater
3.5 of 5 stars 42 Reviews
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
“We had a great time!.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012
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My wife and I were in Clearwater beach for a 2 week holiday recently, and stayed at Magnuson during our visit.
We can echo most of the recent reviews as that was what we experienced ourselves.
Yes some of the previous reviews prior to this were uncomplimentary about the hotel, but we were of the mind that for the very reasonable price we paid it was good value for money, certainly the place requires sprucing up and somewhat of refit/makeover but again nothing that should deter anyone in stopping there.
We were delighted with the size of the room, the small kitchenette, and the great view of the gulf from our spacious balcony.
I am led to believe that the hotel changed hands recently, and I am sure that the hotel will have plans to take on board customers comments, but Rome was not built in a day and these things take time to do.
Anyway this was our first time in the area and if we return we would stay again at the Magnuson.

Room Tip: The rooms facing the Gulf have the best views.
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Magnuson Hotel Clearwater Beach, Guest Relations Manager at Magnuson Hotel Clearwater Beach, responded to this review
2 February 2012
We certainly enjoy hearing such great comments. You are absolutely correct that somethings do need "spruced up." We are making every effort to take the steps needed to keeping improving, one step at a time. We look forward to having you back so you can see the progress we make!
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Windsor, Canada
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Magnuson Hotel, Clearwater Beach, Florida”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
3
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We stayed during the holiday season and had a great time. Rooms were big and cleaning staff was very courteous. Super location right across from the beach and plenty of great restaurants and shopping. Manager Dave was very friendly.

Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
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Magnuson Hotel Clearwater Beach, Guest Relations Manager at Magnuson Hotel Clearwater Beach, responded to this review
2 February 2012
Super glad you had such a great time with your family!
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Windsor, Ontario
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Exceeds expectations in customer service and GREAT location!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
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The front desk was very helpful in answering our questions about where to eat, and what to do in the area!! My boyfriend and I had never been to Clearwater Beach, (we are from Canada) and we were impressed with the service, price of the room, and convenience of restaurants/attractions which were all walking distance from the hotel, not to mention the beach and gorgeous view. We had an amazing trip and definitley will stay again!! Highly recommend for a great getaway!!

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Magnuson Hotel Clearwater Beach, Guest Relations Manager at Magnuson Hotel Clearwater Beach, responded to this review
2 February 2012
Thank you very much for such a pleasant upbeat review! We really feel great when we see these kind of comments! We are glad your family had fun!
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Orlando, FL
2 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Good Room, Great Location”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012
5
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This hotel was found on the internet with an online special. Thought we were getting a balcony room, however we didn't realize it wasn't a private balcony. Wasn't a big deal as we were hardly in the room. We watched the sunsets from the beach, which the hotel was opposite from. Very very easy access.
The only complaint was the sofa sleeper. It was springy and dirty. I would not let my children sleep on it. The gal on duty was very helpful in sending up a roll a away cot after calling a few times.

I was overall very satisfied with this hotel. Will be back again.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Magnuson Hotel Clearwater Beach, Guest Relations Manager at Magnuson Hotel Clearwater Beach, responded to this review
26 January 2012
Thank you for your pleasant comments. We look forward to seeing you again.
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
“This place is awful!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012
3
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When we arrived at this hotel alarm bells rang. It was very run down and dirty. The staff were not interested in us at all. The pool area was dirty and the loungers were not inviting to say the least. We were surprised the lift made it to our floor.

Our room had not been properly cleaned from the previous guests and we were presented with a half used box of condoms and various other bits of rubbish in the drawers. The bathroom was very out dated and the complimentary toiletries were like museum pieces!

As we were only staying one night we decided to go out and spend as little time in the room as possible! It was right on the beach which was the only redeeming feature.

When we went to sleep we were soon awoken by the room next door, a group of teenagers screaming, shouting and banging on our ajoining door. We felt extremely threatened. This went on until about 4am!

The breakfast was appalling some cellophane wrapped pieces of bread and some really unpleasant cakes so cut our losses packed up and left!

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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Magnuson Hotel Clearwater Beach, Guest Relations Manager at Magnuson Hotel Clearwater Beach, responded to this review
27 January 2012
We've reached out to this person several times to assist them with the problems that they had but have not gotten anywhere. We certainly apologize for anything that went wrong while they were staying here.
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  • Red Roof Inn Clearwater
  • Clearwater Red Roof Inn
Address: 421 South Gulfview Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33767 (Formerly Red Roof Inn Clearwater Beach)
Price range (per night):* INR4,681 - 8,360

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