Windward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Windward
Popular places to visit
Little Gasparilla Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Little Gasparilla Island Beach during your trip to Placida? Wander the marina and beaches in this relaxing area.
Don Pedro Island State Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Don Pedro Island State Park during your travels in Placida. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Don Pedro Island Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Don Pedro Island Beach during your trip to Placida?
Activities
Tropical Tides Scenic Day Cruise - Public
Our pick of the best Windward Hotel Deals
Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton
"Everything was good"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites
"There was a musty smell in our room on the first floor, we bought a candle to try and mask it. Bed was comfy, fridge convenient. The breakfast was fresh and plentiful. We did not use the pool or hot tub but they were clean with plenty of seating around them. Dog friendly place and all the dogs we ..."
Reviewed on 17 June 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites Port Charlotte - Punta Gorda
"Room clean freshly painted.! however.. smell is musty do to old stained carpet. Needs replaced. Staff responsive"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites
"The room and resort was very clean. Everything closes at 9:00 pm . Unless I'm not aware of weekend hours. We were able to check in around 3:00 which was nice and this time in June place and pool was empty."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Island Sun Inn & Suites - Historic Venice & Beach Getaway
"Very cute place, but a little outdated. Needs some updating. Smelled musty and moldy.Noticed some mold under paint in bathroom."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Venice
"Staff are so friendly"
Reviewed on 13 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Windward
Palm Island
If you're spending some time in Palm Island, Don Pedro Island Beach and Lemon Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Cape Haze
Travellers like the parks in Cape Haze, and Don Pedro Island State Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Rotonda Sands
While there might not be top attractions in Rotonda Sands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Don Pedro Island State Park and Little Gasparilla Island Beach.
Placida Bay
While there might not be top attractions in Placida Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Little Gasparilla Island Beach and Don Pedro Island State Park.
Coral Creek
When in Coral Creek, you can plan a visit to Gasparilla Marina and Little Gasparilla Island Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
