5 Things to Know about the new Hampton Inn in Clewiston, FL
If you’re a fisherman with a sweet tooth, Clewiston may just be the happiest place on the earth to you.
This Florida city, perched between West Palm Beach and Fort Myers, is home to the state’s largest sugarcane crops, and Lake Okeechobee, the state’s largest freshwater lake. Long known as a fishing community inhabited by the Seminole Indians, Clewiston became an incorporated city in the early 1920s when the sugar cane industry boomed.
Visitors to the city will enjoy a small-town-feel rich in history and nature. If you’re planning a trip to Clewiston anytime soon the newly completed three-story, 86-room, Hampton Inn Clewiston is a great place to stay to enjoy both.
Here are 5 things to know about the new Hampton Inn Clewiston:
It’s the perfect place for fishing and history lovers
Located on Highway 27, the hotel is just two miles from Lake Okeechobee, Florida’s largest freshwater lake and the best spot to catch largemouth bass and speckled perch. When you’re done fishing, hop aboard the Sugarland Express, a tour bus highlighting the history of Clewiston’s sugar cane industry.
Need a fitness fix? No problem
Don’t let travel get in the way of your fitness goals. The Hampton Inn Clewiston has a 24-hour fitness center and outdoor pool. Guests can take advantage of early morning workouts in the gym and cool off with a few laps in the pool.
Your room is an oasis
Each of the 86 rooms at the Hampton Inn Clewiston feature a desk, a comfortable couch or accent chair, mini-refrigerator, coffee maker and microwave, all in a modern and clean atmosphere. Did we mention each room has a 49-inch LED television with cable and Netflix? We're one of the newest Hilton Hotels to feature the Connected Room. In a Hilton Connected Room, guests can feel at home while away, with the ability to control the temperature, lights, TV and more from their mobile device or the TV remote.
Breakfast is Always Free
When staying at the Hampton Inn Clewiston, make sure to take advantage of the daily free hot breakfast. There are also plenty of other appetizing dining options near the hotel. Of note is the Common Grounds Coffee Shop, a mom and pop cafe serving up homemade soups, baked goods and sandwiches.
Safety and Health are a Priority
Not only are face coverings required at the Hampton Inn Clewiston, the property also practices the Hilton CleanStay with Lysol Protection program. This vigorous cleaning protocol requires that housekeeping and hotel staff frequently disinfect high frequency areas, provide guests with disinfecting wipes, and provide contactless check-in, among many other safety measures.