The Best Hotels Closest to Blue Water Explorers in Cortez for 2026

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A wooden boardwalk leading to a sign for Private Beach at Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort.

A beach path leading to thatched-roof huts with a clear blue sky.

A coastal building with outdoor seating and a view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table. There is a TV mounted on the wall and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

1. Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort

0.8 mi from Blue Water Explorers

John

$313 nightly

$383 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, hanging wicker chandeliers, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a view of the marina.

A marina at night with boats docked and a distant city skyline.

A reception area with a wooden counter, tropical plants, and a sign reading "Mi Casa Es Su Casa".

2. Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

1.9 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Christina

$174 nightly

$197 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

A multi-story building with a light blue facade, featuring a restaurant named 'Bridge Street Bistro' and a sign for 'Island Time.'

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black refrigerator, a stainless steel sink, and a window with a view of a vehicle outside.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a dining area with blue chairs, and a kitchen with white cabinets.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach with palm trees and a blue building with an American flag.

3. Bridgewalk Resort

0.6 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Raisare

$314 nightly

$355 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

A beach with lounge chairs and striped umbrellas, a wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a view of the beach.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a thatched umbrella, surrounded by a fence and palm trees, with a view of the ocean.

A beachside hotel with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

4. Seaside at Anna Maria Island Inn

1.1 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Alan

$507 nightly

$573 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

A beach with white sand, palm trees, and beach chairs under umbrellas.

A wooden balcony with a view of a beach, palm trees, and beach chairs.

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, and a window with a beach view.

A bicycle parked by a palm tree, outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, and a thatched-roof structure.

5. Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages

1.5 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Dallas

$349 nightly

$394 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A modern building with a white exterior, a brick gable, and a palm tree in the foreground.

A modern house with a well-maintained lawn, white exterior, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black-framed shelf, and a coffee machine.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV on the wall, and a window with a view of palm trees.

6. Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

0.6 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Francesca

$271 nightly

$306 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a TV, a wardrobe, and a balcony with a view of palm trees and the beach.

A beach with lounge chairs and striped umbrellas, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.

A wide beach with clear blue water, people walking, and birds on the sand.

A room with a wooden desk, a TV with a beach scene, a minibar, and a sliding glass door to a balcony with outdoor furniture.

7. Tropic Isle at Anna Maria Island Inn

1 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Rosie

$214 nightly

$241 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

A narrow pathway flanked by palm trees and tropical plants, leading to a gated area with a pool visible in the distance.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and outdoor seating.

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a clear view of the ocean.

8. The Retreat at Anna Maria Island Inn

1.2 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Cherry

$176 nightly

$199 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A wide sandy beach with a clear blue sky and scattered clouds.

A poolside area with a table and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a white building.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a TV, and a window.

A modern living room with a white sofa, colorful pillows, a small round table, and a large beach-themed painting on the wall.

9. Captain's Quarters at Anna Maria Island Inn

0.7 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Donald

$218 nightly

$246 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden headboard, and a view of the sea through the balcony.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure, surrounded by a fence and palm trees.

A spacious bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a dining table, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A modern white house with a black roof, surrounded by palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

10. Seabreeze at Anna Maria Island Inn

1.1 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Danay

$240 nightly

$271 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

A modern outdoor seating area with two blue chairs and a large potted plant.

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a wooden headboard, and artwork on the walls.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug. There is a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

11. Pet-friendly Bradenton Home 1.5 Mi to Cortez Beach

1.8 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Rob

$297 nightly

$336 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A rock formation with a waterfall and a pool.

A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with a vase, and a view of the sunset over the ocean.

A beachside dining setup with wicker chairs and tables set for a meal, featuring floral centerpieces and candles.

12. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

9.3 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Austin

$854 nightly

$965 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Total with taxes and fees

A balcony with a dining table set for breakfast, overlooking a swimming pool and a marina.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.

A rooftop terrace with a pool, tables, and chairs, and a view of buildings in the background.

A spacious living area with a modern chandelier, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Waterline Villas & Marina, Autograph Collection

3 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Dhamelis

$383 nightly

$433 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

Two children in a swimming pool with water splashing around them.

A modern outdoor patio with seating, planters, and a pergola.

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and weight machines.

A spacious, modern living area with a herringbone wood floor, a dining area with a herringbone pattern, and a kitchen visible in the background.

14. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

11.8 mi from Blue Water Explorers

mohammed

$127 nightly

$144 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious indoor area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

Two lounge chairs with striped cushions, a wooden bench, and a decorative metal plant structure.

A modern interior with a central white table, a glass display case, and a sign indicating a market area.

15. Kompose Boutique Hotel

10.4 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Natalia

$56 nightly

$63 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

A breakfast bar with waffle makers, a juice station, and a waffle station.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a lamp, and a wall with colorful artwork.

A Hampton Inn with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee maker, a mini-fridge, a yellow chair, and a mirror with a light.

16. Hampton Inn Ellenton/Bradenton

12.1 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Alenay

$127 nightly

$143 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, a TV, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

A pool area with thatched umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a clear blue pool.

A hotel with a white exterior, multiple balconies, and thatched-roof structures.

A compact room with a kitchenette, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a compact refrigerator.

17. Lantern Inn & Suites

8.1 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Alejandra

$70 nightly

$79 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with a long counter, multiple tables, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

A dining area with a long table set for six, surrounded by wicker chairs, large windows, and a view of the sunset over a cityscape.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a wooden floor, comfortable seating areas, and large windows providing natural light.

18. Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa

8.5 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Barbie

$172 nightly

$194 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A rooftop bar with a long counter, blue chairs, and a large potted plant.

A room with a large mural of a sea turtle, a beige sofa, two wicker chairs, and a modern chandelier.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a coffee machine, and a view of the sea.

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront

7.4 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Kevin

$135 nightly

$153 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a chair.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee machines, and a trash bin.

20. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Bradenton

11.5 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Angelic

$86 nightly

$97 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare popular hotels close to Blue Water Explorers

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound	9.4 Exceptional 2,607 reviews	View
Bridgewalk Resort	9.4 Exceptional 835 reviews	View
Seaside at Anna Maria Island Inn	9.4 Exceptional 135 reviews	View
Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages	9.2 Wonderful 609 reviews	View

Top Blue Water Explorers Hotel Reviews

Villas By The Sea #2, Anna Maria Island Condo, one block from beach, heated pool

10/10 Excellent

"This was a perfect choice for us. I would definitely return ."

༄ Coastal Cove on Anna Maria Island ༄

10/10 Excellent

"Within walking distance of everything needed. Excellent social areas. Hosts were fantastic with communication. Crow’s nest had beautiful sunsets and sunrises."

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

8/10 Good

"We loved the accommodations, everything was very clean. The only critical thing was the light coming into the room at night. It was like daylight in the room all night from the outside lighting. Other than that, we loved it. Nice bed/ bedding / towels, pool, close to beach, great restaurants etc... we will definitely recommend to other travelers and we'll likely be back."

Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants.

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was pleasant. Property was clean. The room was immaculate. The bed comfortable bathroom, functional clean, worked out perfect for us."

Waterfront Home with Pool, Dock, and Rooftop Deck! Short Walk to Beach!

8/10 Good

"We have stayed at this property several times and always enjoy our stay."

Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great Stay! 2nd time here and will be back next year, a well run property, staff is Excellent and on there game!"

Captain's Quarters at Anna Maria Island Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Would definitely stay here again. Very clean. Close to the water in both directions. Walking distance to food options, bars, and a convience store. Several nearby sports bars if you want to watch a game while your there. Perfect for a solo traveler or a couple."

NEW TO VRBO! RIGHT OFF BRIDGE ST & AMI PIER! CHARMING & PRIVATE !GREAT LOCATION!

10/10 Excellent

"The only part that was a glitch for me (but would likely not be for others) is with my arthritic fingers, I had a heck of a time opening the lock. That was just a personal me problem…and I was able to figure how to work around it. Otherwise, a charming and quaint little place😊"

CBR Nov & Dec DISCOUNTED! AMIsland White Sand Beaches BOAT DOCK & LAUNCH on site

10/10 Excellent

"Me and family had an excellent time. The kiddos LOVED having the pool to enjoy every day, and the downstairs kitchen was convenient for evening hangouts. We had a absolute wonderful time, many memories made! "

Other attractions near Blue Water Explorers

Historic Bridge Street Pier

9.6/10 (356 reviews)

After visiting Historic Bridge Street Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bradenton Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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beach near Bridge Street

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Bridge Street during your trip to Cortez? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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H2O Watersportz

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can take time to visit H2O Watersportz during your travels to Cortez. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez during your travels in Cortez. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Bradenton Beach Marina

9.4/10 (321 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Bradenton Beach with a trip to Bradenton Beach Marina. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Bridge Street

You can do some window-shopping at Bridge Street during your trip to Bradenton Beach.

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Fish Hole Adventure Golf

9.4/10 (63 reviews)

You can take time to visit Fish Hole Adventure Golf during your travels to Bradenton Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Blue Water Explorers?

Blue Water Explorers is located in an area of Cortez known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 665 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Blue Water Explorers?

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this apartment offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Blue Water Explorers. Another good option is Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort, located just 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Blue Water Explorers?

Expedia has 665 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Blue Water Explorers.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Blue Water Explorers, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Blue Water Explorers.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Blue Water Explorers?

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What can I see and do near Blue Water Explorers?

Spend some time wandering around Manatee Public Beach, Coquina Baywalk, and Robinson Preserve. Cortez Beach, Coquina Beach, and Holmes Beach Beaches are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Create some family memories at Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez and Fish Hole Adventure Golf.

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Our top choices for Blue Water Explorers hotels

1. Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort

2. Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

3. Bridgewalk Resort

4. Seaside at Anna Maria Island Inn

5. Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages

6. Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

7. Tropic Isle at Anna Maria Island Inn

8. The Retreat at Anna Maria Island Inn

9. Captain's Quarters at Anna Maria Island Inn

10. Seabreeze at Anna Maria Island Inn

11. Pet-friendly Bradenton Home 1.5 Mi to Cortez Beach

12. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

13. Waterline Villas & Marina, Autograph Collection

14. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

15. Kompose Boutique Hotel

16. Hampton Inn Ellenton/Bradenton

17. Lantern Inn & Suites

18. Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront

20. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Bradenton

Compare popular hotels close to Blue Water Explorers

Top Blue Water Explorers Hotel Reviews

Villas By The Sea #2, Anna Maria Island Condo, one block from beach, heated pool

༄ Coastal Cove on Anna Maria Island ༄

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants.

Waterfront Home with Pool, Dock, and Rooftop Deck! Short Walk to Beach!

Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort

Captain's Quarters at Anna Maria Island Inn

NEW TO VRBO! RIGHT OFF BRIDGE ST & AMI PIER! CHARMING & PRIVATE !GREAT LOCATION!

CBR Nov & Dec DISCOUNTED! AMIsland White Sand Beaches BOAT DOCK & LAUNCH on site

Other attractions near Blue Water Explorers

Historic Bridge Street Pier

beach near Bridge Street

H2O Watersportz

Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez

Bradenton Beach Marina

Bridge Street

Fish Hole Adventure Golf

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