Clearwater Beach is a small resort town on the Gulf Coast of Florida just east of Clearwater. As one of Florida's premiere vacation destination, Clearwater Beach features several fine hotels and restaurants and is a short walk from one of the highest rated beaches on the Gulf Coast of the United States. Clearwater Beach is the Best City Beach on the Gulf of Mexico according to "Dr. Beach". Conde Nast Traveler has also recognized Clearwater Beach as the best city beach on the Gulf of Mexico. Clearwater Marina is home to the largest fishing fleet on the West Coast of Florida.