Location
The family-friendly hotel is situated on the banks of the Manatee River, nestled between Sarasota and Bradenton. No matter what guests take pleasure from, from sunning and swimming, to shopping and spending, all can be done right near the hotel in Ellenton. The beautiful Gulf Beaches are just 19 km away. There are many museums - the Ringling Museum of Art is just 29 km away and the surrealist Salvador Dali Museum is only 32 km. For shopping, guests can visit the Ellenton Outlet Mall, the largest mall in west Florida. There are many beaches in the area, too. To learn about some of Florida's history it is possible to visit the famous Gamble Plantation. They are all close to the hotel. Guests will find restaurants and bars in the immediate vicinity and other nearby places of interest include Mote Aquarium (25 minutes by car), Mixon Fruit Farm (15 minutes) and Fort DeSoto Park (20 minutes). Tampa is approximately 50 minutes away by car and it is around a 90-minute drive to Lake Wales Ridge State Park.
Facilities
The hotel has 115 rooms, including 4 junior suites, 49 single rooms and 56 double rooms, which are located on 5 storeys and are reachable by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. To ensure guests a comfortable and relaxing stay, the hotel provides various services and facilities, including a safe, a TV room, room service, a laundry service, a conference room, a business centre and a coin-operated laundry. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Services include a hotel shuttle bus. Complimentary newspapers are available.
Rooms
Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed, a king-size bed or a sofa bed. A safe and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. Furthermore, there is a washing machine and an ironing set. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. A shower, a bathtub and a whirlpool bath are included the bathrooms. A hairdryer is also provided. Some of the wheelchair-friendly rooms have a wheelchair-accessible bathroom. The hotel has 109 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The outdoor pool complex provides invigorating refreshment. Guests can relax and enjoy the sun loungers and parasols provided. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including tennis, golf, jet skiing, a gym and aerobics.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room and a breakfast room. Guests can indulge their palates at the non-smoking restaurant, which features air conditioning and a separate area for smokers. Catering options include bed and breakfast and all-inclusive. A continental breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner offer plenty of delicious variety.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.
Restaurant(s)
Restaurant(s) with air conditioning
Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area
Conference Room
Internet access
WLAN access
Room Service
Laundry Service
Car Park
TV Room
Restaurant(s) with smoking area
Laundry Facilities
Pets
Air conditioning
24-hour reception
24-hour check-in
Hotel Safe
Lifts
Shops