Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater
Last inspected:
2580 Gulf to Bay Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33765Part of: Holiday Inn Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Holiday Inn Express Clearwater has received 22 inspections since 2019, accumulating 100 violations—averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, slightly below Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 5 inspections across the record, making this the facility's most persistent finding. Handwashing and food contact surface violations also recurred multiple times. The facility faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $750 in fines but has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on December 18, 2025 documented 8 violations including handwashing procedures, food condition, and shell stock requirements, yet was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $750.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019050470 | $250.00 | Aug 9, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2019020411 | $300.00 | Mar 20, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2018058489 | $200.00 | Sep 24, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections30 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater last inspected?
- Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater had?
- Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater find?
- Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater was most recently inspected on April 23, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $750.00 in fines.
- How much has Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater been fined?
- Holiday Inn Express Clearwater in Clearwater has been fined a total of $750.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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