Title: Visit Bay Colony: 2026 Bay Colony, Palmetto Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Bay Colony](https://expedia.com/Bay-Colony-Palmetto-Hotels.0-n553248635976480177-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Palmetto](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Palmetto.d9071.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Palmetto](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Palmetto.d9071.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Bay Colony](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Bay-Colony.d553248635976480177.Car-Rental-Guide)[Bay Colony Vacations](https://expedia.com/Bay-Colony.d553248635976480177.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Bay Colony, FL ## Palmetto ![Drone panorama over Redington Beach in St. Petersburg in Florida with pier at sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480177/9698bfba-96c6-47cd-ba8f-6a11d9931d99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Regatta Pointe Marina on the Manatee River in Palmetto, FL](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480177/c7beeeb3-a942-4a48-9d85-7be53975f84b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Bay Colony Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Palmetto Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Palmetto.dx9071) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sarasota_BradentonAreaConventionCenter_6225702-3](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6225702/f69d87b8-1591-4a59-8571-18586fec97c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bradenton Area Convention Center Learn about the events happening at Bradenton Area Convention Center during your trip to Palmetto. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Bradenton-Area-Convention-Center-Palmetto.d6225702.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hillside stairway of railroad ties and gravel flanked by thickets of ornamental grass in a coastal nature preserve and county park on a cloudy afternoon in summer, southwest Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6295989/af7eb2eb-8686-46da-ad29-3246d97e5aee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Emerson Point Preserve You can take time to visit Emerson Point Preserve during your travels to Palmetto. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/Emerson-Point-Preserve-Palmetto.d6295989.Vacation-Attraction) #### Andersen Race Park Take the family on an outing to Andersen Race Park during your trip to Palmetto. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Andersen-Race-Park-Palmetto.d553248621532652693.Vacation-Attraction) #### Manatee County Agricultural Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Manatee County Agricultural Museum during your trip to Palmetto. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.com/Manatee-County-Agricultural-Museum-Palmetto-Historic-District.d553248621561884517.Vacation-Attraction) #### Terra Ceia Preserve State Park You can take time to visit Terra Ceia Preserve State Park during your travels to Palmetto. Wander the beaches or discover the area's sunrises. [](https://expedia.com/Terra-Ceia-Preserve-State-Park-Palmetto.d630134282590978048.Vacation-Attraction) #### Moccasin Wallow Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Palmetto at Moccasin Wallow Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Moccasin-Wallow-Golf-Club-Imperial-Lakewoods.d6295685.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Shared 2 Hours Dolphin Watch Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1343741/f724df21-7740-4bf8-a0f3-fb1c4a175ce4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small Group 2 Hour Dolphin Cruise with Snorkeling to Shell Key $75 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/small-group-2-hour-dolphin-cruise-with-snorkeling-to-shell-key.a1343741.activity-details) ![Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48232968/8cab5e42-6a9e-455e-b915-5a5b1953dd72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour $99 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details) ![Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47882758/2ec2e6d6-5025-4030-af1a-c50911af2840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour $55 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/bradenton-anna-maria-island-guided-kayaking-manatee-tour.a47882758.activity-details) ![COVER](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1343973/b6dc3e71-8cc3-483c-a175-4ac93147c83e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small-Group 2Hr. Sunset Cruise of St. Pete Beach $67 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/small-group-2hr-sunset-cruise-of-st-pete-beach.a1343973.activity-details) ![Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47720463/fe658243-ca11-4729-8141-8052d5e2d837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour $55 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/robinson-preserve-mangrove-tour.a47720463.activity-details) ![Small Group Kayak Tour of the Shell Key Preserve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1358870/3e916f3e-bd45-4be8-868e-e1938443c36d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small Group Kayak Tour of the Shell Key Preserve $44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/small-group-kayak-tour-of-the-shell-key-preserve.a1358870.activity-details) [See all activities in Palmetto](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Palmetto.d9071.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Bay Colony Hotel Deals ![Kompose Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38220000/38215400/38215316/3006ffef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kompose Boutique Hotel 965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL $152 nightly $172 total Apr 23 - Apr 24 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,180 reviews) The bathroom situation is ridiculously horrible. There is a toilet stall and a separate shower stall, both of which open directly into the room, with only a sliding door that does not fully close or lock. The door is clear, so if you turn the light on, everyone can see your shadow, and it fills the ... Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F23%2F2026&endDate=4%2F24%2F2026&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976480177) ![RumFish Beach at TradeWinds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8600/8544/923a3c65_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### RumFish Beach at TradeWinds 6000 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL $282 nightly $319 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,715 reviews) Clean rooms, very nice staff, great dining options Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=8544&PinnedHotelID=8544&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976480177) ![Golden Host Resort - Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21331/6dc32504_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Golden Host Resort - Sarasota 4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL $84 nightly $95 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,361 reviews) Awful service and bedrooms Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F19%2F2026&endDate=4%2F20%2F2026&selected=21331&PinnedHotelID=21331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976480177) ![SkyBeach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15200/15134/2093544e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### SkyBeach Resort 6800 Sunshine Skyway Lane St. Petersburg FL $224 nightly $253 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in St. Petersburg. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and a private beach. Popular attractions Salvador Dali Museum and Fort ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (579 reviews) Was decent. Pools were good seating average. 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