Windward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Don Pedro Island Beach during your trip to Placida?
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.
Activities
Our pick of the best Windward Hotel Deals
Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton
"Great place and good food! The pool was really nice!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites Port Charlotte - Punta Gorda
"Air Conditioner never cooled room. Handicap Accessible bathroom with built in bench in tub did not have hand held shower. No bath mat. Room on top floor."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites
"Staff, cleanliness, breakfast, and hot tub/pool were all great. Only thing I would improve would be the condition of the property. There had been water damage in our room because there was a dehumidifier and a musty smell. And far too much room freshener in the common areas. Otherwise, we like this ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Best Western Plus Ambassador Suites Venice
"Asked the front desk to have maintenance check the water pressure in the shower, as it was a trickle. The sink water pressure was great. No one ever got back with me and when we showered, it was nothing but a trickle of water. Shower took much longer in order to remove soap from our bodies. Very ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites
"I’ve stayed here dozens of times over the years and love it as a local option bc of the size of the suites with kitchen. It’s still a good value but I miss having more restaurant options on property. Overall it’s not maintained as it once was; the second elevator has been out for two years, the wood ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Venice by IHG
"I recently stayed at the Holiday Inn in the Venice, Florida area. Overall, my room was decent and the stay was manageable. However, I do think the property could benefit from more attention to detail, especially when repairs are being done in the restrooms and rooms. I understand that maintenance ..."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Windward
Cape Haze
Travellers like the parks in Cape Haze, and Don Pedro Island State Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
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.
Palm Island
If you're spending some time in Palm Island, Lemon Bay and Don Pedro Island Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Rotonda Meadows
Rotonda Meadows might not have many top sights, but Little Gasparilla Island Beach and Gasparilla Marina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
