Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort, BradentonSilver Surf Gulf Beach Resort in Bradenton, United States has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 3 of 25 hotels we score in Bradenton. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.0 before correction: Booking.com 4.0, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.0. Rooms from about $290 a night (cached, not a live quote).Silver Surf Gulf Beach Resort is a beachfront property located in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island, Florida. The resort offers 50 renovated rooms and provides direct access to the beach, including complimentary umbrellas, chairs, and towels. Guests can use the outdoor swimming pool, access spa services, or take advantage of the daily grab and go breakfast. The location is within walking distance of local shops and dining, and is a short drive from Coquina Beach and Cortez. It suits travellers looking for a coastal setting with practical amenities like boat rentals and laundry services. One drawback is that the walls are thin, which can lead to noise issues.What stands out

Private beach access

Complimentary breakfast

Renovated guest rooms

On-site pool and spa

Watch out for

Thin walls

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Residence Inn St Petersburg Tierra Verde, Bradenton: 3.9 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $306 a night. Located on Madonna Boulevard in Tierra Verde, this three-star extended-stay hotel provides 95 apartment-style suites.