Windward Travel Guide
Placida
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.
Things to do
Top hotels in Windward
Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton
Amazing hotel !! It has everything! Views , food and service !!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Port Charlotte/Punta Gorda
Parking was great room smelled like dog pee
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Ambassador Suites Venice
Good stay
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites
Room and area was amazing. Only issue we had was the hammering and banging at 7am that woke us up. Definately not the way you want to be woken up after a long night at the bar.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Island Sun Inn & Suites - Historic Venice & Beach Getaway
Easy in and out, stayed there before, friendly staff, close to everything I need!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Punta Gorda/Port Charlotte
Clean room comfortable bed and pillows very nice staff good selection for breakfast. Overall great experience. I did ask for an extra blanket just fyi if you like a cozy bed bring an extra blanket or plan to ask for one. Quiet, clean, convenient! McDonald’s Waffle House Wawa and Culver’s are right ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Windward
Cape Haze
Travellers like the parks in Cape Haze, and Don Pedro Island Beach 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 Gasparilla Marina.
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.
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, Don Pedro Island Beach and Lemon Bay 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.
