READY FOR A VACATION? We have "Get Out of Dodge" packages, fishing packages, special packages for Anniversaries or Birthdays, Reunion packages, Weekend Getaway packages for $129, plus others! Just let us know the occasion and we will design a package that works for your budget! House-hunting? We also have a package for you! Bring Fido!
PS: We have high-speed internet and blow dryers--so bring your laptop and your hair!
We are located directly on beautiful Charlotte Harbor! Our waterfront resort features not only wide open views of Charlotte Harbor and spectacular sunsets, but also all of the fun, relaxation, and charm that you would expect from your perfect getaway retreat.
If you're a fisherman, sign up for one of our Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Shark, Snapper or Trout guided tours--go to our "fishing packages" page.
Airplane tours of the Peace River, Myakka River, Charlotte Harbor and along the shoreline of the Gulf of Mexico, are available for booking. These tours of either 1/2 hour or 1 hour provide a wonderful picture-taking experience that is simply unbelievable! We offer Kayak rental for our guests to tour the shoreline of Charlotte Harbor as well as the beauty of the Peace River.
Night Shark fishing tours are also available with all tours leaving and returning to Banana Bay's Dock. Our 500 ft. pier will provide your "catch of the day" for dinner! Just clean it and cook it on our gas grills! Or we can clean it for you! Just ask!
Life here is very friendly and casual. You'll feel right at home! Bring your boat if you like! There is no extra charge!
Boat Rental 21 ft. Pontoon Rent your boat in advance! $65 for 4 hours $95 for 8 hours $129 for all day Maximum: 8 people per boat
Banana Bay Waterfront Motel offers both motel rooms and efficiencies with fully equipped kichenettes. Stay for a day, a week or a month!
Enjoy the variety of nearby restaurants and shopping.
Just minutes away from historic downtown Punta Gorda and Fisherman's Village.
Area Beaches with a boat ramp are just two miles away. Bring your boat!
Need a car?
At Punta Gorda Airport: Budget Rent-a-car will pick you up at the airport and it is located just blocks from Banana Bay. Call (941) 235-7630.
At Fort Myers: Budget and Avis are the cheapest for the cars - all types but if you want a SUV or Mini- van, National is cheapest. Budget: 239-225-2802 Avis: 239-225-2702 National: 239-768-2100
At Tampa: Budget and Avis are the cheapest for all vehicles. Budget: (800) 527-0700 Avis: (813) 396-3500
Airports
Fort Myers (RSW)is 50 minutes south and very pleasant with good pricing.
Punta Gorda (PGD) is 10 minutes south and Direct Air offers flights from FL, IL, MA, MI, NY, OH, PA, SC & TN: www.visitdirectair.com
Sarasota Airport (SRQ) is only 45 minutes away but is slightly higher in price.
Tampa Airport (TPA) is 1.5 hrs north and although a little cheaper, can be confusing and crowded.
Orlando Airport (ORL) is 3 hours north but could be convenient if doubling up with a Disney vacation.
Directions
From the south: Take I-75 to exit 164 (SR 17) go west to US 41 (NB), turn R (north) go over bridge but get in the left lane before the end of the bridge. Take the first left over the bridge onto Bayshore Rd. - we are right behind the miniature golf place.
From the north: Take 1-75 to exit 170 (Kings Hwy) go west to US 41. Turn L (south), get in the right lane and the road will turn onto Bayshore Road and we are the 2nd building on left after you turn. DON'T GO OVER THE BRIDGE.
Airplane owners: Fly-In package!
Fly into PGD (Charlotte County Airport). We'll pick you up! Stay at Banana Bay overnight! You can walk to Portofinos, take a boat ride shopping, or just get some R & R fishing on the dock or laying by the pool! We'll take you back to the airport the next morning! E-mail us for details! bananabaymotel@aol.com
Banana Bay Mascot - Sammy
Hammock Happenings
Kayak anyone?
If you're from the UK, John says to e-mail him and he'll give you hints and fishing advice! He visits us 3 times a year! schbookworm.john@googlemail.com
Peace River Tour Guided Fishing Tour Sunset Cruises Boating to local restaurants & pubs
Airplane Tours!
Fly over the Peace River, or see the beaches from the air! Amazing photo opportunities! Flights out of Punta Gorda Airport, just 8 minutes away!
Meet Betty! She runs this place! If you are really nice, she'll make you her special banana nut cake! It's fabulous!
We accept major credit cards
We believe you'll be very happy here, but don't take our word for it! Go to tripadvisor.com and type in "Banana Bay Motel Port Charlotte Florida". You'll find a bunch of honest evaluations to help you make your decision! Hope to see you soon!
Sailing anyone?
Our rates are low! Why? Because although we are waterfront and in a perfect location for tons of fun, we are not on the beach which commands a much higher price. You can drive to the beach in just 45 minutes!
