Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50, and late check-out is available for USD 75, both subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property is not wheelchair accessible, and specific accessibility features are not detailed.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in the heart of Bradenton, just a 2-minute drive from Riverwalk and 11 minutes from Ellenton Premium Outlets. It is 7.1 miles from IMG Academy and 11 miles from Sarasota Jungle Gardens.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor heated pool available for guests.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Manatee Palms

What guests think

At Manatee Palms, guests highlight a charming, old Florida boutique setting with lush grounds, friendly hosts, and highly praised cooked-to-order breakfasts, alongside a convenient location near downtown Bradenton and spring training, creating a distinctive bed-and-breakfast experience.

Many reviews note attractive rooms and comfortable beds, though some mention sparse furnishings or limited storage. Common drawbacks include traffic noise, limited amenities and policies typical of a B&B (set check-in hours and some extra charges like pool towels), and occasional climate control issues from centrally managed A/C. Accessibility concerns and inconsistent warmth or responsiveness are mentioned in a few stays. Expect a personable, boutique stay with character rather than full-service hotel features.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

Guests praise the landscaped grounds and a relaxing pool area. Facilities are more B&B-like with limited amenities and set check-in hours, plus occasional extra charges (e.g., pool towels) and a few reports of the pool needing cleaning.

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MICHAEL

Apr 13, 2023

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It's an older property and had heard an owner had recently had medical issues, so that was taken into consideration, but the pool hadn't been cleaned recently, there were numerous stray cats wandering around the property (my wife would have insisted we change locations had she been with me) and a plug-in oil fragrance dispenser in the room was cranked up to the max so my eyes started watering as soon as I got in the room. Otherwise seemed a nice place with a very nice breakfast!

8

Mary

Nov 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Rate 5 for able bodied,3 for disabled. Wonderous decor and greenery everywhere, peaceful. But...Wheelchair inaccessibility observed: Husband climbed 3 stairs for in-person check-in allowed only 3-9p. H'cap room entrance from ramp requires tight left 90° turn but is obstructed by extremely large planted pot attached to and immovable from ramp rail. Beautiful glass shower door not wide enough to accommodate shower chair or wheelchair access. Thermostat for all 3 rooms controlled by office only allowing 72° or 73°-I was denied preference for 74°. Compact handicapped van wide parking occurred, alternative offer to park on street.

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Christiane

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Overall the property has a lot of charm with ample of beautiful greenery with lots of cute outdoor areas to sit and enjoy the green oasis. The pool was great, although I was disappointed on having to rent pool towels. Location was great as we were within walking distance to good restaurants and about a mile from Downtown area. Breakfast was delicious, fresh and very nice. I wish I was asked if we had any food allergies or preferences. However, indeed the property is noisy as its in between two very busy streets, the ceiling fan in our room wasn't working. The worst part is we couldn't control the A/C from our room which for me was horrible. Our room was extremely hot during the night and uncomfortable as the thermostat was in the hallway was set at 79 under lock and key. Customer service was disappointing due to the lack of friendliness from the moment we arrived, the staff wasn't rude but they weren't friendly and welcoming.

10

Edward

Jan 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is a very charming little place. It's a little tricky finding it. It's hidden in plain sight. Very affordable, great value for the money. I'd stay there again for sure. The pool area is awesome, was just too chilly to use it, unfortunately.

10

Lisa

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

What a genuinely charming location. Every detail is so thought out. It's quiet, the grounds are well manicured and pretty, my room was stunning. I will be back.

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Susan

Oct 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This is not a hotel. It’s a bed and breakfast. No fridge in room. Shared common fridge in main building…..what. Property hidden back very hard to see from road. I definitely did not expect this at checkin. Owner wanted me to checkin before 9pm. I was doing volunteer work in the community after hurricane Milton. I don’t recommend this property if your expecting simple check in.

10

Robert

Mar 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was excellent and helpful, they served incredible chef-prepared breckfast. Location was central and convienently located. The grounds were amazing and relaxing. The rooms were very well appointed.

10

Stephen

Apr 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

From the moment we arrived we were very impressed. The wonderful landscape and beautiful houses on sight.. You can tell someone pays attention to detail and you feel it in your stay.... The staff members we bumped into which was 3 people were absolutely fantastic. We forgot to make our reservations for breakfast, But the eating area was stunning...

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Ramune

Dec 19, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The place is nice and quaint, but it is not a hotel, it is a BNB. I was not expecting that. The lady at the front is very nice. Expect to pay for everything extra. Then we were moved to a different room then we booked.

10

Ralph

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful facility. You would never know you where in the heart of the city except for the trafgic noises. To look out your window and view foliage and not more buildings, give this hotel a old Florida feel. Sherry and Brian are the nicest people.

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Cleanliness

Rooms are frequently described as clean, with some guests noting thorough housekeeping. A few issues appear, including a strong room fragrance and the pool not recently cleaned.

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Sarah

Dec 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Manatee Palms was lovely. Our hosts were helpful and kind. The room was clean, cute and unique. The breakfast was wonderful. We would love to return we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

10

Christopher

Dec 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and pretty property and room that was quiet and peaceful. The owners were very nice and hospitable and their breakfasts were excellent, fresh and delicious.

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MICHAEL

Apr 13, 2023

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It's an older property and had heard an owner had recently had medical issues, so that was taken into consideration, but the pool hadn't been cleaned recently, there were numerous stray cats wandering around the property (my wife would have insisted we change locations had she been with me) and a plug-in oil fragrance dispenser in the room was cranked up to the max so my eyes started watering as soon as I got in the room. Otherwise seemed a nice place with a very nice breakfast!

10

Maria

Mar 3, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Really nice, clean and big room. They had REAL maid service, unusual since Covid. Only drawback was traffic noise. Nice place , would definitely stay there again.

10

Pasquale

Mar 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good experience. Great location for touring downtown Bradenton. Clean facility.

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Rooms

Many find the rooms attractive, comfortable, and sometimes spacious, with nostalgic character. Downsides recur: traffic noise in some rooms, centrally controlled A/C limiting temperature adjustments, sparse furnishings or limited storage in a few rooms, and occasional maintenance issues.

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Bart

Mar 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Relaxing but my room was sparse.

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Christopher

Dec 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and pretty property and room that was quiet and peaceful. The owners were very nice and hospitable and their breakfasts were excellent, fresh and delicious.

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Lee

Apr 18, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

we booked for 4 nights originally but left after one night - room was 30 yds for busy road so was noisy for sleeping - limited facilities ( ex . coffee/ tea in room , nowhere to sit comfortably in room ,no towel rails ) - overall no good value for money -

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Mary

Nov 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Rate 5 for able bodied,3 for disabled. Wonderous decor and greenery everywhere, peaceful. But...Wheelchair inaccessibility observed: Husband climbed 3 stairs for in-person check-in allowed only 3-9p. H'cap room entrance from ramp requires tight left 90° turn but is obstructed by extremely large planted pot attached to and immovable from ramp rail. Beautiful glass shower door not wide enough to accommodate shower chair or wheelchair access. Thermostat for all 3 rooms controlled by office only allowing 72° or 73°-I was denied preference for 74°. Compact handicapped van wide parking occurred, alternative offer to park on street.

6

Christiane

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Overall the property has a lot of charm with ample of beautiful greenery with lots of cute outdoor areas to sit and enjoy the green oasis. The pool was great, although I was disappointed on having to rent pool towels. Location was great as we were within walking distance to good restaurants and about a mile from Downtown area. Breakfast was delicious, fresh and very nice. I wish I was asked if we had any food allergies or preferences. However, indeed the property is noisy as its in between two very busy streets, the ceiling fan in our room wasn't working. The worst part is we couldn't control the A/C from our room which for me was horrible. Our room was extremely hot during the night and uncomfortable as the thermostat was in the hallway was set at 79 under lock and key. Customer service was disappointing due to the lack of friendliness from the moment we arrived, the staff wasn't rude but they weren't friendly and welcoming.

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Lisa

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

What a genuinely charming location. Every detail is so thought out. It's quiet, the grounds are well manicured and pretty, my room was stunning. I will be back.

10

Maria

Mar 3, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Really nice, clean and big room. They had REAL maid service, unusual since Covid. Only drawback was traffic noise. Nice place , would definitely stay there again.

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Jeff

Dec 4, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Not a fan of a claw tub. Dangerous for some. No grab bars close. Otherwise a pleasant stay

10

Robert

Mar 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was excellent and helpful, they served incredible chef-prepared breckfast. Location was central and convienently located. The grounds were amazing and relaxing. The rooms were very well appointed.

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Franklin

Mar 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Our biggest disappointment was that our room had no closet or clothes hanging place, also no hangers.

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and attentive, with several guests appreciating accommodating hosts and effective housekeeping. Some report uneven experiences, including limited check-in hours, restrictive policies, room changes or refund difficulties, and less welcoming interactions.

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Chazz

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved our staycation here! The staff is super attentive and helpful, the breakfast is amazing and the property is super cute and cozy! Would definitely recommend for a couples weekend

8

Derek

Dec 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was great to stay there and very comfortable close to everything and the staff was great to thx ..!!

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Michael

Nov 21, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Be Careful We booked for 4 days/nites. We were very disappointed as the rules for guests (towels etc must use the same all 4 nites no replacements /no ice available / paid for breakfast but it got cancelled / TV is Roku channels only ) On second nite had no A/C, was offered a refund for rest of stay if we left which we took but were only reimbursed for 1 nite and it took 5 requests to get that Be aware this hotel does not cater to guests but expects guests to abide by their restrictions which are only given after you pay for a reservation Keep in mind the hotel location is very close to the hospital therefore your going to hear sirens at different times ( not the hotels fault just the location )

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richard

Mar 27, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Staff was very nice and pleasent....

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Robert

Mar 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was excellent and helpful, they served incredible chef-prepared breckfast. Location was central and convienently located. The grounds were amazing and relaxing. The rooms were very well appointed.

10

Robert

Mar 29, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

We ha dc a wonderful time the staff was very helpful would most certainly stay again

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Emmy

Jun 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice place. Staff was excellent. Will return for another stay

10

Stephen

Apr 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

From the moment we arrived we were very impressed. The wonderful landscape and beautiful houses on sight.. You can tell someone pays attention to detail and you feel it in your stay.... The staff members we bumped into which was 3 people were absolutely fantastic. We forgot to make our reservations for breakfast, But the eating area was stunning...

8

Ramune

Dec 19, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The place is nice and quaint, but it is not a hotel, it is a BNB. I was not expecting that. The lady at the front is very nice. Expect to pay for everything extra. Then we were moved to a different room then we booked.

10

Lauren

Jun 25, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful hosts; friendly, communicative, and accommodating. Beautiful atmosphere, gorgeous property.

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Location

Convenient for downtown Bradenton, Riverwalk, restaurants, and spring training, though the property can be a bit hidden. Traffic noise and occasional sirens are noted in multiple reviews.

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Michael

Nov 21, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Be Careful We booked for 4 days/nites. We were very disappointed as the rules for guests (towels etc must use the same all 4 nites no replacements /no ice available / paid for breakfast but it got cancelled / TV is Roku channels only ) On second nite had no A/C, was offered a refund for rest of stay if we left which we took but were only reimbursed for 1 nite and it took 5 requests to get that Be aware this hotel does not cater to guests but expects guests to abide by their restrictions which are only given after you pay for a reservation Keep in mind the hotel location is very close to the hospital therefore your going to hear sirens at different times ( not the hotels fault just the location )

10

Ronald

Mar 19, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

If you are a Pittsburg Pirates fan or like spring baseball this place is perfect . Less than four miles to the ball park !

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Edward

Jan 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This is a very charming little place. It's a little tricky finding it. It's hidden in plain sight. Very affordable, great value for the money. I'd stay there again for sure. The pool area is awesome, was just too chilly to use it, unfortunately.

10

Wendy

Dec 5, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a great stay and was able to walk to the Riverwalk one day and ride bikes the other. Both days the breakfast was amazing and served in courses not a buffet. Both breakfasts were outstanding! We will stay here again. The grounds are very pretty and the location is convenient!

10

Maria

Mar 3, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Really nice, clean and big room. They had REAL maid service, unusual since Covid. Only drawback was traffic noise. Nice place , would definitely stay there again.

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James

Apr 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had a lot of traffic noise.

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Joseph

Mar 1, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We wanted a quiet, private boutique experience conveniently located to downtown restaurants, and found our suite to be well suited for a laidback several dYs.

10

Robert

Mar 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was excellent and helpful, they served incredible chef-prepared breckfast. Location was central and convienently located. The grounds were amazing and relaxing. The rooms were very well appointed.

10

Pasquale

Mar 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good experience. Great location for touring downtown Bradenton. Clean facility.

10

Ralph

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful facility. You would never know you where in the heart of the city except for the trafgic noises. To look out your window and view foliage and not more buildings, give this hotel a old Florida feel. Sherry and Brian are the nicest people.

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Dining

Breakfast consistently earns high marks for being fresh, made-to-order, and sometimes served in courses. There are occasional issues, such as a canceled prepaid breakfast and limited attention to dietary preferences.

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Chazz

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved our staycation here! The staff is super attentive and helpful, the breakfast is amazing and the property is super cute and cozy! Would definitely recommend for a couples weekend

10

Mike

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

This property is very unique. I would stay there again. My room was awesome. The continental breakfast each morning is freshly made for you by the owner.

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Michael

Nov 21, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Be Careful We booked for 4 days/nites. We were very disappointed as the rules for guests (towels etc must use the same all 4 nites no replacements /no ice available / paid for breakfast but it got cancelled / TV is Roku channels only ) On second nite had no A/C, was offered a refund for rest of stay if we left which we took but were only reimbursed for 1 nite and it took 5 requests to get that Be aware this hotel does not cater to guests but expects guests to abide by their restrictions which are only given after you pay for a reservation Keep in mind the hotel location is very close to the hospital therefore your going to hear sirens at different times ( not the hotels fault just the location )

10

Sarah

Dec 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Manatee Palms was lovely. Our hosts were helpful and kind. The room was clean, cute and unique. The breakfast was wonderful. We would love to return we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

10

Christopher

Dec 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and pretty property and room that was quiet and peaceful. The owners were very nice and hospitable and their breakfasts were excellent, fresh and delicious.

6

MICHAEL

Apr 13, 2023

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It's an older property and had heard an owner had recently had medical issues, so that was taken into consideration, but the pool hadn't been cleaned recently, there were numerous stray cats wandering around the property (my wife would have insisted we change locations had she been with me) and a plug-in oil fragrance dispenser in the room was cranked up to the max so my eyes started watering as soon as I got in the room. Otherwise seemed a nice place with a very nice breakfast!

10

Joyce

Feb 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely unique place. Friendly staff. Great breakfast! Comfy bed and hang out area outside!

6

Christiane

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Overall the property has a lot of charm with ample of beautiful greenery with lots of cute outdoor areas to sit and enjoy the green oasis. The pool was great, although I was disappointed on having to rent pool towels. Location was great as we were within walking distance to good restaurants and about a mile from Downtown area. Breakfast was delicious, fresh and very nice. I wish I was asked if we had any food allergies or preferences. However, indeed the property is noisy as its in between two very busy streets, the ceiling fan in our room wasn't working. The worst part is we couldn't control the A/C from our room which for me was horrible. Our room was extremely hot during the night and uncomfortable as the thermostat was in the hallway was set at 79 under lock and key. Customer service was disappointing due to the lack of friendliness from the moment we arrived, the staff wasn't rude but they weren't friendly and welcoming.

10

Wendy

Dec 5, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a great stay and was able to walk to the Riverwalk one day and ride bikes the other. Both days the breakfast was amazing and served in courses not a buffet. Both breakfasts were outstanding! We will stay here again. The grounds are very pretty and the location is convenient!

10

Robert

Mar 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was excellent and helpful, they served incredible chef-prepared breckfast. Location was central and convienently located. The grounds were amazing and relaxing. The rooms were very well appointed.

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Manatee Palms

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Design Double Room, Ensuite, City View (Executive Queen)

Executive Suite, Ensuite, Garden Viewith (Junior Suite Queen with Bath)

Design Apartment, Ensuite, Pool View (Pool View Apartment)

Deluxe Suite, Ensuite, Garden View (Junior Suite Ensuite Patio & )

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite, Garden View (Executive King Ensuite)

Design Suite, Ensuite, Garden View (Grand Suite with Sofa Bed)

Executive Suite, Ensuite, Garden View (Grand Suite with Sofa Bed)

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