Downtown Punta Gorda Travel Guide

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Punta Gorda, FL / USA - 12 25 2019: Punta Gorda city downtown building and blue sky
Punta Gorda, FL / USA - 12 25 2019: Punta Gorda city downtown building and blue sky
Statue of Juan Ponce de Leon (1460?-1521), who was a Spanish explorer and soldier who was the first European to set foot in Florida. He also established the oldest European settlement in Puerto Rico and discovered the Gulf Stream (a current in the Atlantic Ocean). Ponce de Leon was searching for the legendary fountain of youth and other riches.

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Ponce de Léon statue.
Gilchrist Park in Punta Gorda Florida. Beautiful walks and scenery. 
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Our pick of the best Downtown Punta Gorda Hotel Deals

Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
101 E Retta Esplanade Punta Gorda FL
The price is NZ$403 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$403
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Great room, clean and spacious. Lived the rooftop restaurant/bar. Parking free and right outside the back door. Hotel is in a great walkable location.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Wyvern Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside

Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside

3.5 out of 5
33 Tamiami Trail Punta Gorda FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$446 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$446
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Beautiful room and high quality bedding. The young woman named Lauren who checked us in was a breath of fresh air. She was attentive and patient, showing excellent social skills.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Four Points by Sheraton Punta Gorda Harborside
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Punta Gorda Harborside

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Punta Gorda Harborside

3 out of 5
101 HARBORSIDE AVENUE Punta Gorda FL
The price is NZ$473 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
NZ$473
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (808 reviews)
We will definitely be back. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Our room was clean and everything worked properly. They suggested places to eat around the area and Leroy’s restaurant is a 5 minute walk. I highly recommend. This hotel had an buffet breakfast which was okay….. I usually love Belgium ...

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Punta Gorda Harborside
Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton

4 out of 5
5500 Sunseeker Way Punta Gorda FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$399 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$399
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Punta Gorda. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,799 reviews)
The staff and the amenities were great - the fitness room was spectacular, the choices for food in food hall were also wonderful. My only issue was that they do not tell you up front when you book about some of the fees, including $100 per night for our 12 pound dog without even the dog parks advertised ...

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection Hilton
The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites

The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites

3 out of 5
1200 W Retta Esplanade Punta Gorda FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$508 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$508
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this condo in Punta Gorda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,087 reviews)
Great staff! Tiki bar! Shopping! Excellent location!

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

The Suites at Fishermen’s Village- 2 Bedroom Suites
Comfort Inn & Suites

Comfort Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
812 Kings Hwy Port Charlotte FL
The price is NZ$254 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$254
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Port Charlotte. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
The breakfast lady was so pleasant.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Punta Gorda

 John's Pass Village and Boardwalk is an outdoor shopping paradise. a variety of restaurants, the local fishing fleet, dolphin watching.  Madeira Beach, FL

Historic District

While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Peace River and A. C. Freeman House.

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Charlotte Park

While there might not be top attractions in Charlotte Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Punta Gorda History Park and Fishermen's Village.

Charlotte Park
Peace River not far from Fisherman’s Village, Punta Gorda, Florida.

Punta Gorda Isles

If you're spending some time in Punta Gorda Isles, Fishermen's Village and Punta Gorda History Park are top sights worth seeing.

Punta Gorda Isles
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Burnt Store Isles

Though Burnt Store Isles may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park and Punta Gorda History Park.

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Eagle Point

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Eagle Point and surrounding area, you can visit Alligator Creek Preserve and Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park.

Eagle Point
The peace river at Punta Gorda, Florida, USA

Maple Leaf

Though Maple Leaf may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peace River and Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens.

Maple Leaf


Downtown Punta Gorda Travel Guide

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