Sunny Shores Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sunny Shores
Activities
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
AU$152
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
AU$91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
AU$77
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
AU$91
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: Sandbar and Shelling Trip
AU$110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Parasailing Adventure above the Gulf of Mexico
AU$132
per adult
Our pick of the best Sunny Shores Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is AU$140 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$140
3 Aug - 4 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! (5,611 reviews)
"Extremely affordable for such an eye pleasing and comfortable, accommodating, and relaxing little hotel. The beds were so comfortable. Suggestion- hook(s) in bathroom, a little shelf in bathroom- level to when you sit on toilet seat, trash can in bathroom - this will help out women all in their time ..."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
6000 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL
The price is AU$381 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$381
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,099 reviews)
"Great property and staff. Nice to walk out door to beach!"
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is AU$344 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$344
12 July - 13 July
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! (2,307 reviews)
"This property was average at best. Definitely showing age in upkeep of bathrooms, paint, etc. Breakfast food is good however be prepared for lack of plates, silverware, coffee, etc. Bar and restaurant underwhelming. Overpriced and understaffed."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Island Grand at TradeWinds
5500 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL
The price is AU$410 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$410
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,251 reviews)
"Really good experience. Definitely recommend if you’re wanting a fun beach stay in st Pete!"
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is AU$121 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$121
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,581 reviews)
"AC wasn’t really working, the condensation from the AC unit was leaking in the room."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Sirata Beach Resort St Pete Beach
5300 Gulf Boulevard St. Pete Beach FL
The price is AU$293 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$293
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions John's Pass Village & Boardwalk ...
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 Sunny Shores
Find the best Sunny Shores areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
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.
West Bradenton
While there might not be top attractions in West Bradenton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like LECOM Park and Emerson Point Preserve.
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.
