5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Awesome place to visit
Bradenton, FL
Travel Guide
Visit Bradenton
Where to stay in Bradenton
South Bradenton
4/5(105 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in South Bradenton, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square are top sights worth seeing.
Palma Sola
4.5/5(2 area reviews)
Travelers like the gardens in Palma Sola, and Robinson Preserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bayshore Gardens
3.5/5(73 area reviews)
Bayshore Gardens is well-liked for its beaches. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Powel Crosley Estate and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.
Sabal Harbour
While Sabal Harbour might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LECOM Park and Rosedale Golf and Country Club.
Coral Shores
Though Coral Shores might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jewfish Key and Coquina Beach.
West Samoset
Travelers like the shopping in West Samoset, and Red Barn Flea Market Plaza is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL
$191 nightly
The price is $216 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$216 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,571 reviews)
"Beautiful resort, amazing view friendly staff"
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Bradenton
4550 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$90 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$102 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mall at University Town Center and Rosedale Golf and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (172 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and close to dining and shopping. Close to my jobsite."
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025
Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy
5450 Bollettieri Blvd., Bradenton, FL
$184 nightly
The price is $208 total per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
$208 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (844 reviews)
"Best place to stay when in IMG"
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Barsala at Champions Walk
4148 53rd Ave W, Bradenton, FL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and in-room soaking tubs. Popular attractions Coquina Beach and DeSoto ...
7.2/10 Good! (41 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful location has everything you need n makes you feel like home"
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025
Swivel On Anchor
9907 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL
Book a stay at this spa houseboat in Bradenton. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Coquina Beach and Anna Maria ...
1Bedroom✔1Bathroom✔ Livingroom✔ Beach Get Away✔ Pool access✔ Quite
Bradenton
Stay at this vacation home in Bradenton. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
"Our stay here was just perfect - great location, everything we needed, Bryce left very good instructions for anything that we might have needed (we didn’t 😊), and very comfortable! We were close to everything but felt like we had our own little private place too. Will definitely come back here."
Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
4.5/5(17 reviews)
You can do some window-shopping at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch during your visit to Lakewood Ranch. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Riverwalk
4.5/5(219 reviews)
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.
The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
4.5/5(3 reviews)
This museum features informative displays that detail prehistoric sea life, local maritime culture and traditions, and the area’s complex tropical ecosystems.
Palma Sola Botanical Park
Palma Sola Botanical Park 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.
IMG Academy
4.5/5(151 reviews)
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit IMG Academy, during your travels in Bradenton. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
4.5/5(25 reviews)
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.
Things to do
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
90-Minute Parasailing Adventure in Anna Maria Island, FL
$100
per adult
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Florida: Skyway Fishing Tours
$550
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Dolphin Watching boat tour around Anna Maria Island
$450
per traveler
Private 4 hr Fishing Tour with Master Captain Bill Phillips
$678
per adult
Reviews of Bradenton
4.2
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Bradenton is a good place, the hotel was awful!
4/5 - Good
Lon
Busy and developed.
3/5 - Okay
DisgustedGuest
Some areas seem a little shady, the hotel location in general. No security on site and there was a lot of shady stuff going on at night on the properties locations. I did not feel safe leaving my room at night.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Great Uber service
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Im not easily impressed. Its a town with a lot of stupud people just like anywhere else. A lot of smart people as well. Its part of life. Just like being annoyed to do a survey. If u need a survey then management isnt keeping track of things right
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Beach Hotels in Manatee County
- Extended Stay Hotels in Manatee County
- Oceanfront Hotels in Manatee County
- Hotels on the River in Manatee County
- Hotels with a Lazy River in Manatee County
- Family Hotels in Manatee County
- Houseboats in Manatee County
- Pet-friendly Hotels in Manatee County
- Hotels with Hot Tubs in Manatee County
- Gay friendly Hotels in Manatee County
- Romantic Hotels in Manatee County
- Luxury Hotels in Manatee County
- Historic Hotels in Manatee County
- Safari Tentalow in Manatee County
- Motels in Manatee County
- Lodges in Manatee County
- Manatee County Hotels
- Treehouses in Manatee County
- Hotels near The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
- Hotels near Manatee Performing Arts Center
- Hotels near Riverwalk
- Hotels near Village of the Arts
- Hotels near LECOM Park
- Hotels near Manatee County Agricultural Museum
- Palmetto Hotels
- Hotels near Red Barn Flea Market Plaza
- Hotels near River District
- Hotels near Bradenton Area Convention Center
- Casino Hotels in Palmetto
- Motels in Palmetto
- Hilton Hotels in Palmetto
- RV Parks in Palmetto
- La Quinta Inn & Suites Hotels in Palmetto
- Resorts in Palmetto
- Extended Stay Hotels in Palmetto
- 5 Star Hotels in Palmetto
- Houseboats in Palmetto
- Red Roof Inn Hotels in Palmetto
- Cabin Rentals in Palmetto
- Apartments in Palmetto
- 3 Star Hotels in Palmetto
- Wyndham Hotels in Palmetto
- Villas in Palmetto
- 4 Star Hotels in Palmetto
- Marriott Hotels & Resorts in Palmetto
- Aparthotels in Palmetto
- All-inclusive Resorts in Palmetto
- Pet-friendly Hotels in Palmetto
- Condo Resorts in Palmetto
- Luxury Hotels in Palmetto
- Vacation Homes in Palmetto
- Gay friendly Hotels in Palmetto
- Extended Stay America Hotels in Palmetto
- B&B in Palmetto
- Cottages in Palmetto
- Hotels with Suites in Palmetto
- Hyatt Hotels in Palmetto
- America's Best Inns Hotels in Palmetto
- Ranches in Palmetto
- Town Houses in Palmetto
- Hotels near Manatee Village Historical Park
- Hotels near Pine Lakes
- Hotels near Astro Skate and Fun Center
- Hotels near West Samoset
- 5 Star Hotels in West Samoset
- Hertz Rental Cars in Manatee County
- Car rentals near Riverwalk
- Car rentals near LECOM Park
- Car rentals near Red Barn Flea Market Plaza
- Car rentals near Palmetto
- Enterprise Rental Cars in Palmetto
- Hertz Rental Cars in Palmetto
- Budget Rental Cars in Palmetto
- National Car Rental Rental Cars in Palmetto
- Alamo Rent A Car Rental Cars in Palmetto
- Van Car Rentals in Palmetto
- Luxury Car Rentals in Palmetto
- Smile by Maggiore Rental Cars in Palmetto
- Ace Rental Cars in Palmetto
- Orlando Rental Cars in Palmetto
- IMG Academy
- Main Street at Lakewood Ranch
- Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch
- Riverwalk
- LECOM Park
- The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
- Desoto Speedway
- IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy
- River Strand Golf and Country Club
- Lake Manatee State Park
- IMG Soccer Academy
- University Park Country Club
- Palma Sola Botanical Park
- State College of Florida
- De Soto National Memorial
- Legacy Golf Club
- Rosedale Golf and Country Club
- Waterlefe Golf and River Club
- Red Barn Flea Market Plaza
- Manatee Village Historical Park
- TreeUmph! Adventure Course
- DeSoto Square
- The River Club
- Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
- Robinson Preserve
- River Run Golf Links
- Fish Hole Miniature Golf Lakewood Ranch
- Astro Skate and Fun Center