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

A beachside room with a thatched roof, a bed, and a view of the sea.

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

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

Gary

$309 nightly

$379 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

A poolside area with multiple blue umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

2. Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

1.9 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Christina

$153 nightly

$173 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a wall mural, and a door with an exit sign.

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

$262 nightly

$296 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

A modern room with a white cabinet, a black metal shelf, a framed abstract painting, a potted plant, and a beach scene painting.

4. Seaside at Anna Maria Island Inn

1.1 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Susan J

$409 nightly

$462 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

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.

5. Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

0.6 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Francesca

$180 nightly

$203 total

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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 beachfront hotel with a pool area, palm trees, and beach chairs.

6. Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages

1.5 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Nicole

$298 nightly

$336 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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 covered outdoor area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a dining table with chairs.

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

$178 nightly

$201 total

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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 swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and outdoor seating.

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

A modern bedroom with a white color scheme, a large bed, a desk with drawers, and a large window with a view of the beach.

8. The Retreat at Anna Maria Island Inn

1.2 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Richard

$151 nightly

$171 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

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

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

Shawn

$196 nightly

$221 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

A wide, sandy beach with a clear sky and calm sea.

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

10. Seabreeze at Anna Maria Island Inn

1.1 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Danay

$194 nightly

$220 total

Nov 18 - Nov 19

Total with taxes and fees

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

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.

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

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

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

1.8 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Rob

$297 nightly

$336 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

A rock formation with a waterfall and a pool.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a long pier extending into turquoise waters, and a beach with rows of umbrellas.

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 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

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

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.

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

13. Waterline Villas & Marina, Autograph Collection

3 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Dhamelis

$383 nightly

$433 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A breakfast bar with a variety of food items, a coffee machine, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

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

$130 nightly

$147 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

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

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

A hotel corridor with wooden paneling, large windows, and a view of a pool area.

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

$68 nightly

$76 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with blinds.

A breakfast station with fruit, cereal, and a sign that says 'Happy Breakfast Starts Here'.

A covered outdoor seating area with two lounge chairs and yellow curtains.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and dishwasher.

16. Hampton Inn Ellenton/Bradenton

12.1 mi from Blue Water Explorers

TRUDY

$127 nightly

$143 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A modern reception area with a clean, minimalist design, featuring a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wooden ceiling.

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.

17. Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa

8.5 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Kristin

$172 nightly

$194 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 compact room with a kitchenette, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a compact refrigerator.

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

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fan, and a TV.

18. Lantern Inn & Suites

8.1 mi from Blue Water Explorers

Alejandra

$60 nightly

$68 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

$131 nightly

$148 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

Mary

$83 nightly

$93 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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 1,003 reviews	View
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound	9.4 Exceptional 2,626 reviews	View
Bridgewalk Resort	9.4 Exceptional 841 reviews	View
Seaside at Anna Maria Island Inn	9.4 Exceptional 142 reviews	View
Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn	9.2 Wonderful 480 reviews	View

Top Blue Water Explorers Hotel Reviews

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay with all nice amenities and conveniences. Great walking distance food options."

Bridgewalk Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Room was immaculately clean. We never have visited the gulf, so the sand was totally new to us. Did not realize how sanding everything would get. After housekeeping came the sand was swept away, and it was the way the room was when we checked in the first day. Parking was great, having someone patrolling the parking lot for hotel guest and visitors was so nice. It was a great center spot to be on the island. We truly enjoyed being there. I loved how luxurious the room felt and it was a perfect size. Next time we visit we definitely want to stay here for sure! Having the beach chairs and umbrellas that are included in your stay is so practical. Buying beach chairs was not something we wanted to do especially when flying. There isn’t a bad thing I have to say about this place! I love it here!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice and clean"

Cottage in the Shade, 3 min walk to beach, restaurants, and pickleball crt.

10/10 Excellent

"The house was exactly as described. It was near a ton of shops and restaurants but still quiet. The beach is a short walk which was great!"

༄ Coastal Cove on Anna Maria Island ༄

10/10 Excellent

"I highly recommend this home! It is a short walk to the beach and to the marina to fish! The home is clean, and the hosts are AWESOME!!!"

Island Daze · Pet-Friendly · 1 Block to Gulf

10/10 Excellent

"Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Thank you for a great place!"

Nautical Tides: 3 Blocks to Beach! Pool Spa! Rooftop Deck by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

10/10 Excellent

"Great home ..clean in great location. Host was friendly and very helpful."

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."

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. Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

6. Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages

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. Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa

18. Lantern Inn & Suites

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront

20. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Bradenton

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Top Blue Water Explorers Hotel Reviews

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

Bridgewalk Resort

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

Cottage in the Shade, 3 min walk to beach, restaurants, and pickleball crt.

༄ Coastal Cove on Anna Maria Island ༄

Island Daze · Pet-Friendly · 1 Block to Gulf

Nautical Tides: 3 Blocks to Beach! Pool Spa! Rooftop Deck by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

Private retreat walking distance to beautiful beaches and restaurants.

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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