Rivendell Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Oscar Scherer State Park

Oscar Scherer State Park

You can take time to visit Oscar Scherer State Park during your travels to Osprey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Oscar Scherer State Park
Historic Spanish Point

Historic Spanish Point

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Historic Spanish Point during your trip to Osprey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Historic Spanish Point

The Oaks Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Osprey at The Oaks Club. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

The Oaks Club

Activities

Private Luxury Boat Charter

Private Luxury Boat Charter

NZ$623
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Private Luxury Boat Charter
Great photo opportunity with this friendly Dolphin!

Dolphin and Manatee Adventure tour of Osprey with Florida History

NZ$108
per adult
Dolphin and Manatee Adventure tour of Osprey with Florida History
Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels

Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

NZ$91
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

NZ$242
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Sarasota: Seabob Experience

Sarasota: Seabob Experience

NZ$299
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sarasota: Seabob Experience
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

NZ$98
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
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Our pick of the best Rivendell Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,244 reviews)
"Excellent customer service"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

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Kompose Boutique Hotel
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is NZ$304 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$304
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,874 reviews)
"I really recommend clean safe nice stuff beautiful beaches I’m definitely coming back"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is NZ$384 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$384
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,051 reviews)
Relaxing
"Wonderful Hotel! Nice location (if you fly in with out a rental…Breeze76 bus can drop you off right at hotel for $2…short minute walk to check-in desk…room was perfect! Looked and smell clean. Nice view with balcony. Big enough for us two with a table and two chairs. But not for walking around. Short ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

The Westin Sarasota
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

3.5 out of 5
202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
The price is NZ$321 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$321
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,584 reviews)
"Very nice, good food, and very friendly staff."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is NZ$193 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$193
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,541 reviews)
"Great value hotel."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,083 reviews)
"Supper soft beds! Slept real well."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

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Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
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Other neighbourhoods around Rivendell

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Bay Acres

When in Bay Acres, you can plan a visit to Oscar Scherer State Park and Jim Neville Marine Preserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bay Acres
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Sorrento Shores

While Sorrento Shores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oscar Scherer State Park and Nokomis Beach.

Sorrento Shores

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