Lakewood Ranch Travel Guide

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EVEN Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch by IHG

EVEN Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch by IHG

3.5 out of 5
6231 Lake Osprey Dr Sarasota FL
The price is £129 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
£129
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
The staff was very friendly and the room was very clean.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

EVEN Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch by IHG
Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

3 out of 5
6021 Exchange Way Bradenton FL
The price is £148 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
£148
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The room was spotless and the staff was helpful and friendly. Great experience.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch
Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,047 reviews)
Good staff nice room good service price was great

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

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Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,326 reviews)
excellent staff very kind! beach is more than 100 yards away and no dresser drawers or hooks for wet swim suits or towels in the rooms. the pool area is beautiful and very well kept

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

3 out of 5
202 1st St N Bradenton Beach FL
Stay at this apartment in Bradenton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (368 reviews)
Great location to restaurants, shops and the beach! Pool was a great plus and the rooms were very clean! Overall great stay and definitely would return!

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn
Seabreeze at Anna Maria Island Inn

Seabreeze at Anna Maria Island Inn

3 out of 5
2218 Gulf Drive N Bradenton Beach FL
Stay at this beach apartment in Bradenton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Coquina Beach and Bean Point Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (82 reviews)
Very clean, great location

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Seabreeze at Anna Maria Island Inn
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IMG Academy

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit IMG Academy during your travels in Bradenton. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

IMG Academy
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Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch

You can take time to visit Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch during your travels to Lakewood Ranch. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
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LECOM Park

Catch an event at LECOM Park during your trip to Bradenton. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

LECOM Park
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Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

You can do some window-shopping at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch during your trip to Lakewood Ranch. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
BRADENTON RIVERWALK

Riverwalk

Riverwalk is just one of the places to see in Bradenton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Riverwalk
South Florida Museum featuring interior views

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

This museum features informative displays that detail prehistoric sea life, local maritime culture and traditions, and the area’s complex tropical ecosystems.

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature

Things to do

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

£47
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

£72
per adult
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
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Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

£40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

£47
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

£106
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Mangrove Tunnels

Exclusive Kayak Expedition: Exploring the Mangroves to Shell Key

£33
per adult
Exclusive Kayak Expedition: Exploring the Mangroves to Shell Key
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Cities near Lakewood Ranch

Drone view on the marina on the Manatee River with Bradenton in the background

Bradenton

Venice showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Sarasota