Opal Sands Resort Reviews
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141 Reviews
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Mallory S. Sent on 11/28/2023Can't recommend enough!
If you're thinking about booking with the Opal Sands for your wedding, do yourself a favor and just do it! Everything about my experience was a 1000/10. If you're looking for a place with stunning views, the best wedding food you & your guests will ever have, and all around amazing vibes then this is the perfect place! From the day we toured to our wedding day, Jenna and her team were BEYOND amazing. All of our guests had nothing but great things to say about the team at the Opal. Jenna's communication, attention to detail, assistance, and hard work are seriously unbeatable!! We have received nothing but great compliments from our guests who stayed at the Opal and those we didn't about the service, food, accommodations, and views. I honestly cannot recommend the Opal enough!! If I could relive my wedding I would book at the Opal 100x's again. My husband and I will definitely be back for a getaway!
Thank you Jenna and team for making our day everything and more than we could have ever imagined. We are so grateful for you guys and appreciate everything you did for us! -
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Nicole A. Sent on 07/02/2024The Best Wedding Location in Florida
My husband and I got married at the Opal this past May and we cannot express how amazing our entire experience was. The room was stunning, extremely clean, smelled amazing, we had an incredible view of the Gulf, and the bed was very comfortable. The hospitality from Opal staff was beyond 5 stars, especially from the Senior Event Manager Jenna. They took care of us for anything we asked for and ensured our stay was very pleasant. For our wedding...we couldn't have imagined anything more perfect. Married at sunset on the turf lawn with our reception later inside in the grand hall. The Opal staff ensured everything was on schedule and the flow of the whole wedding went smoothly. The food was amazing, the staff were incredible and the ambiance of the whole facility was everything we imagined and more. Opal made our wedding magical and unforgettable, and we are forever grateful for how they treated us for both our wedding and our stay. We will definitely be staying here again for leisure knowing how well they take care of their guests! If you are looking to get married here or just to plan a vacation, you will NOT be disappointed with your stay at Opal. By far, the best service, quality, hospitality and location (seconds walk from the beach) that we have ever stayed at for a hotel. Thank you Opal for everything! -
Opal M. Sent on 06/28/2024
40th Anniversary
We started working with the staff at Opal Sands in 2023 for a party in 2024. We had several meetings with planners (Alexis and Jodi) to coordinate the plans for a party the way we wanted.
Food was excellent, rooms were great for our families (suites for the grandchildren), pool stuff was great the day after, wait staff was super efficient.
Our friends are still talking about the venue, the food and how much they enjoyed the evening.
We may do this again in 5 years - just because it was so much fun.
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Christina F. Sent on 06/20/2024Perfect Wedding Venue!
Opal Sands Resort was the PERFECT setting for our destination wedding. Planning a destination wedding can be daunting, but our experience with Opal Sands was exceptional from start to finish. After seeing the venue once over Zoom, we knew this was the perfect place to have our wedding and booked it without seeing it in person. The venue itself is perfect. The lawn where our ceremony took place is BEAUTIFUL, with an amazing background of the ocean. The staff was incredible! They were not only professional but also genuinely kind and attentive, making us feel like they were truly excited to be a part of our special day. Jenna, in particular, was a standout. She was instrumental in coordinating with our planner and ensuring that everything went smoothly. Jenna's responsiveness and calming presence were so appreciative, making us feel like family and easing any nerves we had.The food at cocktail hour and the reception was AMAZING. We received numerous compliments from our guests, many of whom told us it was the best wedding food they had ever tasted. Jenna’s role in the planning process cannot be overstated. She was there every step of the way, from initial planning to the execution of every detail. Her constant communication and support were crucial in creating a stress-free experience. On the day of the wedding, everything was done exactly as we wanted, allowing us to relax and fully enjoy our day. -
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Sue M. Sent on 04/11/2024Absolutely perfect!
I can't say enough good things about our experience with Opal Sands Resort! We held our son's rehearsal dinner there followed by a welcome reception for all the wedding guests. We worked with Jenna as our event coordinator and couldn't have been happier with her professionalism, kindness, and helpfulness!!! She was AWESOME to work with! She truly made the entire experience go perfectly, there was not one flaw or glitch! She is a master at her job!!
The food at Opal Sands was AMAZING! So many of our guests commented on how delicious everything was, from dinner, to appetizers, to the decadent cupcakes, everything was wonderful!
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Alison B. Sent on 04/09/2024Our Perfect Venue
We couldn't have asked for a more perfect venue or team to work with than Opal Sands! My husband and I planned a destination wedding for 100+ with guests from around the world. From the moment we toured Opal Sands as a potential venue, Jenna made us feel so comfortable and we knew we were in the right hands! Every choice from then on went smoothly -- Jenna is responsive and knowledgeable and answered every question we had and more; she worked so seamlessly with our planner on every detail and helped us get our favorite bartenders from the beachside Sandbar to be part of our weekend! Our tasting with made us feel like royalty and our guests are still raving about the food to this day! On our wedding day it was extremely windy -- we made the call to move our oceanside ceremony into the backup space, the upstairs lobby of Opal Sands, knowing that there was a plan in place and it would still be beautiful. Our team at Opal and everyone behind the scenes made the transition seamlessly and gorgeously! The suite we stayed in was incredible and the perfect place to relax, host, and get ready! You literally cannot beat Opal's pool/beach bar scene, it was the most amazing spot to relax before and after the wedding. We will be coming back to Opal Sands for years to come on anniversary trips and would recommend booking here for anyone who loves Clearwater Beach, ocean views, and unparalleled service! -
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Victoria H. Sent on 11/13/2023Awesome outdoor wedding
We LOVED our wedding reception on the event lawn at Opal Sands! The evening weather was perfect in late October, and we had a beautiful backdrop of the gulf and sunset during our pictures, dinner, and first dance. Jenna was our site coordinator, and she was fantastic! She is knowledgeable, professional, great with email/phone/in-person communication, flexible, and a joy to work with. We cannot say enough about Jenna's expertise! The catering service also was flexible with our menu changes, and we received many positive comments about the food throughout the night. We loved the entire team and venue! -
Joan Sent on 03/01/2024
Exceptional
From the moment we booked, Jenna was exceptional, making my daughter’s wedding planning fun instead of stressful. After reading so many great reviews and seeing the beautiful pictures, we had high expectations, but even so were blown away when the big day came. The ceremony was breathtaking and the sea salon stunning at sunset. Guests were raving about the food during the cocktail hour and I was thinking “ just wait until you sit down for dinner.” The reception went smoothly and was so much fun- we all just enjoyed every minute and it was one of the best meals we’ve ever had. I can’t say enough good things about Jenna, the Opal Sands, and all of the staff. -
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Victoria P. Sent on 03/01/2024
Stunning Views Everywhere
The Opal Sands is an incredible place to host your wedding! Jenna and her team are extremely helpful with every step in the process. Our guests had nothing but great things to say about this venue, 10/10 recommend -
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Stephanie P. Sent on 12/20/2023Perfect wedding weekend
My husband and I toured a few venues and as soon as we stepped foot in Opal Sands, we were sold! The venue is absolutely stunning and as a Tampa native, in my opinion, one of the best on Clearwater beach as far as scenery, food, and service. As you probably already know (based off of the multiple reviews), Jenna truly is the best part of having your wedding there. She is SO responsive in her emails and sometimes gets back to you within minutes if she’s at her desk. If not, she always has an automatic email to explain when you can expect a return email if she is out of office.
As far as what to expect from this venue, we had our tasting approx 4 months before our wedding day. The tasting was incredible! It was such a personalized experience in Seaguini’s private dining room and the chef even came out to introduce himself. I planned my wedding around similar times as friends and this is a completely different experience that we received compared to other venues.
A huge plus for Opal Sands is also their chef. Everything we had at our wedding was absolutely delicious and we received MULTIPLE MULTIPLE comments about it. We had gyros, beef crostini, blueberry jam toasted brioche, bacon wrapped scallops, fried truffle Mac and cheese balls AND a full raw bar filled with oysters, crab claws, shrimp cocktail, and ceviche. Our cocktail hour was insane (from what we were told-we could barely be at it) we got super lucky and the weather was gorgeous on our wedding day with a beautiful sunset as cocktail hour was going on.
During the ceremony, we had the duo plate of filet mignon and halibut with scalloped potatoes and broccolini. We chose the cauliflower steak as our vegetarian option as we also had some vegans attending. The cauliflower steak was actually recommended to us vs a different vegetarian option and I’m glad we chose this because we got so many comments from our vegetarians about how it was the best meal they have had
Everything ran so smoothly and my husband and I stayed in the bridal suite for 6 nights as they offer it at a discounted rate. Almost every valet, bellmen, and front desk staff were aware it was our wedding weekend and made a point to always congratulate us. We cannot recommend Opal Sands enough! Thank you SO much to Jenna and her team. You guys are truly the best!
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Olivia M. Sent on 02/18/2024
Beautiful Beach Wedding Venue!
Opal Sands is a phenomenal wedding venue on Clearwater Beach. The hotel and beach are absolutely beautiful, and the sunset views from the event lawn completely sold us. We loved that we were able to have a beach wedding, without the sand. There were literally dolphins swimming by while we said our vows. The ballroom has beautiful lighting with high ceilings and doesn't have the same conference center feel of other hotels. We met with the chef and banquet manager during the food tasting, and we could tell the entire staff was invested in making our big day a success. All of our guests loved the food (especially the lobster mac and cheese appetizer). We booked Opal Sands a year and a half out from our wedding, and Jenna was amazing to work with the entire time. She is very responsive, accommodating, and easy to work with. They were very accommodating of specific dietary restrictions and were very on top of it. Thank you to Opal Sands and Jenna for helping make our wedding perfect! -
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Mary Z. Sent on 10/30/2023
Fantastic venue and the best place for a wedding
Opal Sands Resort was an excellent place for our wedding. Jenna made the entire process seamless from start to finish. I would highly recommend her and her staff. The vendors involved such as Anna with Breezin, Heather By the Bay Florist, and Cory Baron DJ were excellent to work with as well. The entire weekend was just wonderful. -
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Emily B. Sent on 10/30/2023
Opal Sands
Jenna and the entire Opal Sands team were an absolute dream to work with. From the start, they provided us with endless recommendations and options for other vendors & options for our wedding to make it perfectly us. I would recommend using Opal Sands and their team to anyone and everyone!!! They went above and beyond to make our wedding a dream come true. If you’re considering having your wedding at Opal Sands, DO IT!!!! -
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Chelsea R. Sent on 10/31/2023Something out of a dream
Jenna from Opal Sands was amazing! She made my dreams come true. The Opal Sands was an extraordinary venue for my wedding! Absolutely beautiful inside and out! -
Martir Sent on 01/26/2024
Could not have been more perfect! Forever grateful
We could not have had a better experience with Jenna Arnal and all the members of the Opal Sands community! We began planning our vow renewal/wedding celebration in August 2022 and hosted at Opal in July 2023. One of us is serving on active-duty and we're stationed in Texas, so we were very concerned about planning an out-of-state wedding. We had a list of 50+ questions for our venue when we began our search, and Jenna could not have been more kind or more helpful. She answered EVERY one of our questions thoroughly and without judgment, and helped us feel confident about long-distance planning. We did a tour with Jenna over zoom, and knew this was the right place for us. One of us grew up in Tampa, so we'd visited Opal in years prior with family, had dinner in the restaurant, and walked the beach, so we didn't feel the need to tour in person. We ended up with ~120 guests attending and chose an outdoor ceremony on the lawn, outdoor cocktail hour on the lawn, and had the reception in the Sea & Sun ballroom. Every bit of it was perfect. Many of our guests had dietary restrictions or severe allergies, and our biggest worry with in-house food service had been ensuring allergies could be accommodated. Our guests with allergies were escorted through the buffet and their escort knew what was safe for them and what wasn't. This was so far above and beyond anything we could have expected, and we're profoundly grateful to Opal and all their staff for giving such personal attention. The facilities were all clean and beautiful, our suite was flawless, and Opal is extremely well prepared to handle any eventuality, from weather to changing headcounts. As soon as we booked, we received three detailed brochures with all the information we needed, and Jenna was always quick to respond to any additional questions. We felt so safe and cared for during such a stressful time and we could not be more grateful. Book them immediately! -
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