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Placida

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Little island in the Gulf of Mexico, no bridges,no cars, just a beautiful beach to be a shell on! #Beachbound

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 family-friendly area.

Gasparilla Marina

Things to do

"The Oasis" Tiki Boat

Sunset Tiki Boat Cruise (BYOB)

Rp992.380
per adult
Sunset Tiki Boat Cruise (BYOB)
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Top hotels in Windward

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton

4 out of 5
5500 Sunseeker Way Punta Gorda FL
Stay at this spa resort in Punta Gorda. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,854 reviews)
Me encanto la estancia, el personal maravilloso y atento. Sin duda vamos a regresar.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

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Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton
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 Rp5.154.846 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp5.154.846
Rp5.773.401 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this condo in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,102 reviews)
Wonderful stay

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.257.708 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
Rp2.257.708
Rp2.528.767 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,179 reviews)
Front desk check in was easy and friendly; room was clean but slightly dated. Room access to all rooms is what I would call a motel.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte
Comfort Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
812 Kings Hwy Port Charlotte FL
The price is Rp2.877.946 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.877.946
Rp3.223.299 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Port Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Clean and courteous staff

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites
Motel 6 Venice, FL

Motel 6 Venice, FL

2 out of 5
281 US 41 Bypass North Venice FL
The price is Rp1.683.432 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.683.432
Rp1.952.808 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Venice. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Venice ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (411 reviews)
Very convenient location with peaceful vibes.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Motel 6 Venice, FL
Days Inn by Wyndham Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda

Days Inn by Wyndham Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda

3 out of 5
1941 Tamiami Trl Port Charlotte FL
The price is Rp2.098.439 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp2.098.439
Rp2.350.251 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Port Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
Courteous staff, clean room

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda
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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
Pier on Cape haze pioneer bike trail

Rotonda Sands

While there might not be top attractions in Rotonda Sands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Little Gasparilla Island Beach and Don Pedro 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
Famous lighthouse on ocean shore and expensive residential houses in island small town Boca Grande on Gasparilla Island in southwest Florida

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 Little Gasparilla Island Beach and Gasparilla Marina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rotonda Meadows

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