Pine Lakes Travel Guide
Bradenton
Visit Pine Lakes
Things to do

Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Top hotels in Pine Lakes

Kompose Boutique Hotel
"The staff is so welcoming and helpful. The towels and linens are spotless clean, and that’s a big deal to me . Thanks for the great stay"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"This is our second time at Compass Margaritaville at Anna Maria Island, and our whole family is eager to return. The service is impeccable, and the breakfast is varied and hot. The location is ideal; you only have to drive a few minutes to reach the sand. We hope to return very soon."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
"Pool was great for the kids. Rooms very clean."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

The Don CeSar
"Place was amazing! My only complaint was being put next to a room with dogs that barked constantly(wasn’t in the room much but they woke me up numerous times)."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Lido Beach Resort
"We were delighted. The views were amazing! The staff members and personnel, very nice and respectful. Ms. Milic at the front desk was very polite and professional. We are more than happy to be there to celebrate our wedding anniversary! Thank you and God bless you."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
"The property is in neat condition, everything was amazing. The pool is awesome, we really enjoyed it. Beach is pretty close and it’s calm, clear and beautiful. We’re coming back definitely"
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Pine Lakes

Palma Sola
Travellers like the gardens in Palma Sola, and Palma Sola Bay is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bayshore Gardens
Visitors to Bayshore Gardens appreciate its beaches. A visit to IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy and Powel Crosley Estate might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

South Bradenton
While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square.

West Bradenton
While there might not be top attractions in West Bradenton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like LECOM Park and Emerson Point Preserve.

Downtown Bradenton
If you're spending some time in Downtown Bradenton, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and Manatee Performing Arts Center are top sights worth seeing.












