What is Sunny Shores like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Bradenton's Sunny Shores neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Palma Sola Bay as part of your Sunny Shores travel plans.

How many hotels are there in the Sunny Shores area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Bradenton, choose from one of Expedia's 19 hotels and other accommodation options in Sunny Shores.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Sunny Shores, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Sunny Shores.

What are the top things to see and do in Sunny Shores?

Palma Sola Bay is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Sunny Shores. When you're sightseeing in Bradenton, Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez and Blue Water Explorers are also worth a stop.

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1. Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

2.8 km from Sunny Shores

Kerri

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bradenton West by IHG

6.8 km from Sunny Shores

Tatiana

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

3. Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

2.3 km from Sunny Shores

Wilson

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

4. The Retreat at Anna Maria Island Inn

2.9 km from Sunny Shores

Jessica

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

5. Tropic Isle at Anna Maria Island Inn

2.7 km from Sunny Shores

patricia

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

6. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Sarasota Bradenton West

6 km from Sunny Shores

Melanie

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

7. Captain's Quarters at Anna Maria Island Inn

2.4 km from Sunny Shores

Liliana

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

8. Bridgewalk Resort

2.4 km from Sunny Shores

Hannah

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

9. Best Western Plus Bradenton Gateway Hotel

South Bradenton, 9.2 km from Sunny Shores

Tony

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Private beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels, beach massages

10. Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort

2.5 km from Sunny Shores

Barry

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District

Downtown Bradenton, 10.6 km from Sunny Shores

Melinda

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

12. Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy

7.3 km from Sunny Shores

Sherri

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

13. Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages

3.3 km from Sunny Shores

Yanet

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront

Downtown Bradenton, 10.5 km from Sunny Shores

Christine

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

15. Courtyard by Marriott Bradenton Sarasota Riverfront

11.4 km from Sunny Shores

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

16. Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa

12.3 km from Sunny Shores

Kerry

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

17. Anna Maria Beach Resort

6.1 km from Sunny Shores

Valentin

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

18. Lantern Inn & Suites

12.2 km from Sunny Shores

Terry

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

19. Kompose Boutique Hotel

16 km from Sunny Shores

Glorimar

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

20. Zota Beach Resort

8.6 km from Sunny Shores

Nicole

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

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Where to stay in Sunny Shores

Find the best Sunny Shores areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A lifeguard tower on a beach at sunset with people in the background.

Palma Sola

Travellers like the gardens in Palma Sola, and Robinson Preserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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A sunset over a grassy field with a path leading to the water.

South Bradenton

While visiting South Bradenton, you might make a stop by sights like Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and DeSoto Square.

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A marina with yachts and a city skyline at dusk.

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.

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A sandy beach path leading to the ocean, surrounded by green vegetation and a wooden boardwalk.

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.

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A courtyard with a fountain, a church with a bell tower, and a statue of a man on horseback.

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.

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Top Sunny Shores Hotel Reviews

Zota Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing customer service and beautiful amenities. We will be back!"

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful experience at Compass Hotel by Margaritaville. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and well taken care of. The entire staff was friendly, professional, and always willing to help. The front desk service was excellent, the rooms were clean, comfortable, and well maintained, and the hotel had a beautiful, relaxing atmosphere. We also really enjoyed the pool area, the food and drinks, and the overall quality of the service throughout the property. Everything was organized and made our stay very enjoyable. The location, amenities, cleanliness, and hospitality all exceeded our expectations. You can tell the staff truly cares about making guests feel comfortable and welcome. We would definitely recommend Compass Hotel by Margaritaville to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. We look forward to coming back again!"

Sirata St. Pete Beach Resort, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Loved everything. The he pool the new restaurant was Amazing beach access right there. We took an uber to Tropicana Field to see the Tampa Bay Rays and went to the TradeWinds Hotel to the Comedy Club. Just a great weekend"

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites

8/10 Good

"Property is modern and spot on great for our trip. AC was great! The snacks, ice, and abundant waters were very helpful! Loved the cooler and beach chairs we got to use at the beach. Wished we had an umbrella and maybe a wagon to lug the stuff to the beach but not a deal breaker. I think being on the 2nd flr meant no wagon bc there is no elevator. Everyone uses the stairs. The front office was strangely literally connected to the bar, but I didn’t realize until we found it. You can’t predict the guests next to you and one room of guest were quite disruptive and loud, but the hotel staff squashed that quickly. There is live music during happy hours and in the evenings but promptly ended at or before 10pm. All and all great property and staff"

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Our top choices for Sunny Shores hotels

1. Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bradenton West by IHG

3. Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

4. The Retreat at Anna Maria Island Inn

5. Tropic Isle at Anna Maria Island Inn

6. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Sarasota Bradenton West

7. Captain's Quarters at Anna Maria Island Inn

8. Bridgewalk Resort

9. Best Western Plus Bradenton Gateway Hotel

10. Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Bradenton Downtown Historic District

12. Legacy Hotel at IMG Academy

13. Cedar Cove Resort and Cottages

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown/Riverfront

15. Courtyard by Marriott Bradenton Sarasota Riverfront

16. Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa

17. Anna Maria Beach Resort

18. Lantern Inn & Suites

19. Kompose Boutique Hotel

20. Zota Beach Resort

Where to stay in Sunny Shores

Palma Sola

South Bradenton

Bayshore Gardens

West Bradenton

Downtown Bradenton

Top Sunny Shores Hotel Reviews

Zota Beach Resort

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