Plantation hotels in Venice

"The property met our needs for the most part. Our room was the standard and did not have a microwave which would have been helpful. But other than that, there was no complaints. The pool and outdoor area were beautiful. The spa I feel like gave us itchy skin though so I would stay clear of that."

"very friendly and accommodating staff. We had an evening flight out and they let us keep our luggage in a storage room for the day. We enjoyed the pool, and pool bar. They state they have shuttle to the beach, but it's actually not a owned shuttle by the hotel, it's a free service by an independent company, so wait time varies. Clean and comfortable rooms. We would definitely stay again. "

"we've done a lot of wildlife experiences around the world from grizzlies in alaska, to the migration in serengeti and birds in colombia but the swimming with manatees in florida is amongst our favorite for the magical experience it turned out to be. we had a lot of luck going our way with a cold front in the gulf of MEXICO that sent all the manatees into the rivers and springs, and also the right time of the year. A week earlier and we wouldn't have seen much. A week later and we wouldn't have seen much. Every 2 days before we wouldn't have had quite the experience. As it happens, the confluence of events of weather, location, low crowds created some magic and we were able to swim with 20-30 manatees in calm warm conditions without too many people around. the manatees are peaceful, gentle giants that don't have the biological capability to be aggressive. they came over and swam by us and under us and turned over for belly rubs. There were big adults and moms with calves and the whole range of manatees. Never did we imagine that we would see that many, leave alone come so close to them. We spent more than 2 hours in the water with them making lifetime memories. I doubt if we can replicate this religious experience. Definitely go with Swim With Manatees and don't go to crytal river but go to homosasa river where few boats ply and tyou aren't surrounded by 100 people while you try to spot a manatee. This was truly a magnificent once in a lifetime experience."

"Very clean, amazing location for us with great restaurants near by and beach access. It is a bit further from the main beach and town "

"too cold during my stay to go to pool"

"Was a great stay, loved the pool and the breakfast was decent! I’d stay again! "

"This property was a little taste of an island paradise. It had so many beautiful plants, trees, fountains, paths that there was a surprise around every corner. The pool area was beautiful and the tiki bar a fun place for locals and guests. The room also had a mini kitchen if you are staying several days and want to do some cooking. We had a private little outdoor sitting area. We highly recommend. It’s also just before the bridge to Siesta Key. A local recommended Turtle Beach. We saw a beautiful sunset. "

"The bathroom is small with door opening right to the toilet. No room to have any room to get dressed in front of the mirror etc. Maid service was not good as bed was not made up well and trash was dumped daily. When it was the large can was left in the middle of the floor. We were here for a week due to my mother’s funeral would have appreciated better room cleaning. Also, breakfast might come with the room but set up is terrible as it is a u shape and can’t hold more than a couple people at a time. It was frustrating as everyday it was crowded!!"

"Our favorite things were the location and the pool. It was walking distance to the beach and all of the restaurants and shops. The pool was nice and sheltered from the wind. We would stay here again."