Windward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Little Gasparilla Island Beach

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.

Little Gasparilla Island Beach

Don Pedro Island Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Don Pedro Island Beach during your trip to Placida?

Don Pedro Island Beach

Gasparilla Marina

Explore the waterfront in Placida with a trip to Gasparilla Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Gasparilla Marina

Activities

"The Oasis" Tiki Boat

Sunset Tiki Boat Cruise (BYOB)

AU$89
per adult
Sunset Tiki Boat Cruise (BYOB)
See all activities in Placida

Our pick of the best Windward Hotel Deals

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton

4.5 out of 5
5500 Sunseeker Way, 785, Punta Gorda, FL
The price is AU$297 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$297
per night
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Punta Gorda. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,509 reviews)
"The resort is beautiful and the staff are wonderful…super accommodating, happy and very friendly!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Charlotte, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Charlotte, FL

2.5 out of 5
24244 Corporate Ct, Port Charlotte, FL
The price is AU$119 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$119
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Port Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,047 reviews)
"the fried eggs"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Charlotte, FL
North Captiva Point House - Boat/Water Taxi Only **NEWLY RENOVATED **

North Captiva Point House - Boat/Water Taxi Only **NEWLY RENOVATED **

North Captiva
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Captiva. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions North Captiva Island Beach and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (86 reviews)
"Absolutely breathtaking! I couldn’t get enough of the views. Sunrises were beautiful and to watch the storms rolling across the water was definitely a sight to see! The house had everything you needed and was super relaxing! We will definitely be back! The host was also super responsive which makes ..."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

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North Captiva Point House - Boat/Water Taxi Only **NEWLY RENOVATED **
Baymont by Wyndham Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte

Baymont by Wyndham Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte

2.5 out of 5
9035 Mac Drive, Punta Gorda, FL
The price is AU$121 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$121
per night
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,069 reviews)
"We loved the pool"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte
The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites

The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites

3 out of 5
1200 W Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL
The price is AU$286 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$286
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 3-star condo in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (986 reviews)
Perfect hotel for my needs!
"We love this hotel! Very convenient, beautiful establishment, clean, spacious. I will stay there from now on!"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites
Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
101 E Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda, FL
The price is AU$186 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$186
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Room was wonderful and the rooftop amazing! Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Windward

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Cape Haze

Travellers like the parks in Cape Haze, and Don Pedro Island Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cape Haze
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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 Gasparilla Marina.

Placida Bay
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Rotonda Sands

While there might not be top attractions in Rotonda Sands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gasparilla Marina and Little Gasparilla Island Beach.

Rotonda Sands
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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.

Coral Creek
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Palm Island

If you're spending some time in Palm Island, Don Pedro Island Beach and Lemon Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Palm Island
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Rotonda Meadows

Rotonda Meadows might not have many top sights, but Gasparilla Marina and Little Gasparilla Island Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rotonda Meadows

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