Cortez Travel Guide

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Aerial view of Cortez Beach, Bradenton, Florida
Aerial view of Cortez Beach, Bradenton, Florida
It was about this spot where a manatee popped its head up, right in front of my kayak and then proceeded to swim directly beneath my kayak in crystal clear shallow water. I opted to just totally engage myself in the experience instead of trying to photograph it. We rented our kayaks from a place called Kayak Jack's. They were great! You pick a drop-off location and specify a time and your kayaks will be awaiting you, ready for launch! http://www.kayak-jacks.com “You choose the location, We bring the Fun!”
The Bradenton Beach, Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island area offers many great locations for kayaking or stand up paddleboarding. This is a shot of kayaking on Sarasota Bay near Leffis Key. We rented our kayaks from a place called Kayak Jack's. They were great! You pick a drop-off location and specify a time and your kayaks will be awaiting you, ready for launch! http://www.kayak-jacks.com “You choose the location, We bring the Fun!”
Great fish and chips eatery. Right on the water.
Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹11,073 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
₹11,073
₹13,603 total
28 Jan - 29 Jan
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,909 reviews)
Great place, clean, comfortable, good location

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is ₹16,935 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
₹16,935
₹21,193 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,237 reviews)
Clean room, comfy bed, adequate kitchen

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds

4 out of 5
6000 Gulf Blvd St. Pete Beach FL
The price is ₹15,378 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
₹15,378
₹23,028 total
31 Jan - 1 Feb
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! (1,592 reviews)
Great location!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
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Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,237 reviews)
Clean room, comfy bed, adequate kitchen

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn

3 out of 5
202 1st St N Bradenton Beach FL
Stay at this apartment in Bradenton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (344 reviews)
The only thing I can complain about is the hot tub is cold.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Pelican Post at Anna Maria Island Inn
Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar

Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar

3 out of 5
3860 Gulf Boulevard St. Pete Beach FL
Stay at this beach aparthotel in St. Pete Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,034 reviews)
Very nice rooms with a balcony that looks over the beautiful gulf. All of the staff members are very friendly and helpful. The rooms and property are clean and well maintained. We will definitely be back!

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Beach House Suites by the Don CeSar
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Popular places to visit

Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez during your travels in Cortez. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez

Blue Water Explorers

You can take time to visit Blue Water Explorers during your travels to Cortez. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Blue Water Explorers

H2O Watersportz

Enjoy an outing to H2O Watersportz during your stay in Cortez. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

H2O Watersportz

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