Oyster Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Oyster Bay
Activities
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
AU$156
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
AU$79
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
AU$188
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
AU$102
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
AU$93
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Oyster Bay Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is AU$104 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$104
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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! (5,841 reviews)
"Clean room. A beautiful hotel with so much attention to detail. Everything was thoughtfully designed to make the stay feel special. The perfect place to relax, unwind, and truly disconnect. Highly recommended!"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is AU$310 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$310
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (2,460 reviews)
"Excelent"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is AU$253 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$253
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,747 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and great location."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Lido Beach Resort
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
The price is AU$590 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$590
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,029 reviews)
"Muy buen trabajo"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is AU$156 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$156
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,339 reviews)
"Overall would stay here again if needed. There was mold on a lamp in our room. The breakfast was mostly beagles, cereal and muffins."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Zota Beach Resort
4711 Gulf of Mexico Dr Longboat Key FL
The price is AU$430 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$430
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Longboat Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,037 reviews)
"The day of check in , the staff was rude and she apparently don’t know her job"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Oyster Bay
Find the best Oyster Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Lido Key
Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.
South Sarasota
Though South Sarasota may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Siesta Key Beach and The Landings.
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Florida Studio Theatre.
Palmer Ranch
While there might not be top attractions in Palmer Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Sarasota Square.
