Village of the Arts Travel Guide

Bradenton

A sunset over a calm bay with a bridge and boats.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent bridge, marina, and various buildings.

Things to do


Top hotels in Village of the Arts

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is ฿1,191 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿1,191
฿2,068 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,261 reviews)
"This is like my third time at this hotel it’s beautiful and I love the lobby and it’s a total vibe and the customer service is excellent"

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is ฿4,841 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿4,841
฿6,420 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,649 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, great breakfast and great happy hour."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿3,722 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
฿3,722
฿5,079 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Tropical Beach Resorts
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive Sarasota FL
The price is ฿7,026 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿7,026
฿8,776 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,206 reviews)
"Clean Romo and Breakfast everything."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

The Westin Sarasota
Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites

2.5 out of 5
5311 Ocean Blvd Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿4,248 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿4,248
฿6,650 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,198 reviews)
"This was our first time here and we very much enjoyed it! Facility was very nice. Rooms were clean updated pool area was nice. I would recommend."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
The Don CeSar

The Don CeSar

4 out of 5
3400 Gulf Boulevard St. Pete Beach FL
The price is ฿10,199 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿10,199
฿13,035 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,368 reviews)
"The location and views, especially at sunset, are fantastic. That’s the best the Don CeSar has to offer. It’s caught between this gilded age throwback yet isn’t the same quality anymore. Our bedspread had tears/rips and stains. The staff at the beach were helpful. The valet staff were very kind and ..."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

The Don CeSar
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Where to stay in Village of the Arts

Find the best Village of the Arts areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Palma Sola

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

South Bradenton

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

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.

West Bradenton

While there might not be top attractions in West Bradenton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and LECOM Park.

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.



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