 Hotels Near Solomon's Castle - Arcadia FL Florida
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Howard Solomon is soft-spoken man -- a sculptor with muscular arms and an unfinished high school education. "I hated school. My teachers told my parents I was borderline retarded." One day when he was 17 and his folks were at work, he ripped the back wall off their new suburban home and began adding on porch. "I found that I really enjoyed building things on a grand scale." Now Solomon's parents live in a back room of their son's home, which happens to be a castle in a Central Florida swamp.
Solomon's Castle covers 12,000 square feet and stands (at the moment) three stories high. It's impossible to photograph in the blinding Florida sun, as Solomon has covered every exterior surface with discarded aluminum printing plates. The broad, sweeping brick walkway that leads to it is impressive, until Solomon points out that the "bricks" have simply been painted on poured cement. He laughs as he demonstrates crude, handmade stamp he used; the whole process only took a couple of hours. Whereas other men fight and die for their castles, Howard Solomon fights to keep from laughing at it.
Solomon began building his castle in 1972. He had moved back to the States from the Bahamas looking for a quiet place to work, and found it in a Central Florida swamp. But when he discovered that the land he'd bought didn't have enough high ground to build the horizontal building he wanted, he decided to build vertical. "I never was a very good planner," he admits. "I decided, 'Well, if I'm gonna go up, I might as well pick a style'."
Essentially, the castle serves as an exhibition gallery for several hundred pieces of Solomon sculpture; "The ones that didn't sell," he explains. Solomon gives a scripted tour of his work, the most grueling aspect of an otherwise enjoyable visit ("I wanted to be a comedy writer," he admits). A gun that shoots toilet plungers is used "for flushing out perpetrators." The "Car With a V-8 Engine" has a power plant made out of you-know-what cans. We'll leave it to you to visualize what "Gnome on the Range" and "Holy Mackerel" look like.
Solomon keeps busy adding on to his grand creation. His newest project, the "Boat in the Moat," is a 60-foot replica of a 16th century Portuguese Galleon that serves as the castle's restaurant. "We don't want it to be a huge success," he explains. "I don't want to get stuck in the kitchen."
What is Solomon's ultimate goal? "To get out," he says. "I want to find a rich Japanese or Arabian investor and sell the place. It's gotten too big."
Solomon's Castle
Address:
4533 Solomon Rd, Ona, FL
Directions:
90 min. from Tampa: near Bradenton, exit at St. Rd. 64 and turn E; 30 mi. later, turn S at County Rd 665, go 9 miles.
Admission:
Adults ~$10, Kids ~$4.
Hours:
11 am - 4 pm except Mon. closed July-Aug. (Call to verify)
Phone:
863-494-6077
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Arcadia Inn in Arcadia 1-800-230-4134
504 South Brevard Ave., Arcadia, FL 34266 (Highway)
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~13.57 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Holiday Inn Express in Arcadia 1-800-997-5148
2709 SE Highway 70, Arcadia, FL 34266 (Rural)
Our hotel is located in the rural community of Arcadia Florida.
We have 63 rooms with 4 floors.
Smoking and Non-smoking rooms are available.
Our suites are larger than our regular rooms with two of the suites which include jacuzzi tub in the bathroom. Our suites also include a microwave, refrigerator and sofa sleeper.
We offer a complimentary deluxe breakfast bar, we have a fitness center, business center and outdoor pool
We also have one board room that will accomodate up to 8 people.
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~14.46 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Best Western Heritage Inn in Bowling Green 1-800-997-5149
2727 Highway 17 South, Bowling Green, FL 33834 (Highway)
Retreat to this Bowling Green, Florida hotel and enjoy peaceful accommodations near Vandolah Power Plant, ECT and the Sebring Race.
Welcome to the award winning Best Western Heritage Inn & Suites where guests will receive the highest quality of customer service and amenities all at an affordable price. Winner of the prestigious 2009 Best Western Director's Award, this Wauchula area hotel offers travelers a peaceful retreat convenient to many local attractions. Guests staying at this Best Western hotel will be enchanted by the warmth of true Southern Hospitality with well-appointed guest rooms featuring cable satellite television with HBO®, refrigerator, microwave and free high-speed Internet access. A complimentary continental breakfast is served to hotel guests every morning. To help make life on the road even more comfortable, the Best Western Heritage Inn & Suites has a fully equipped exercise facility and outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. Guests traveling to Bowling Green on business will also appreciate the variety of business services available right on property.
The Best Western Heritage Inn & Suites is the best lodging choice when visiting Bowling Green. The only hotel in the area, guests can enjoy exploring Cracker Museum or soaking in the beautiful Florida weather while taking a relaxing canoe ride down Peace River or fishing along the Hardee Lakes. Guests frequently choose the Best Western Heritage Inn & Suites because of its convenient proximity to Bowling
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~17.99 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Holiday Inn Express Port Charlotte in Port Charlotte 1-800-230-4134
24440 Sandhill Blvd., Port Charlotte, FL 33983 (Lake)
The Holiday Inn Express & Suites is centrally located between Sarasota and Ft Myers and minutes away from downtown historic Punta Gorda. It is a relaxing change from the ordinary. The hotel is situated on a private lake, with daily viewing of the local wildlife. The hotel now features a Complimentary Shuttle that serves Charlotte County. Advance reservations are required to guarantee shuttle availability. Conference room for 10 people also available with reservations.
The Hotel features a Complimentary Express Start Breakfast, Complimentary High Speed Guest Room Internet and Complimentary Wireless Internet in public areas. Fitness Center, Guest Landry, and peaceful walks along the lake are also available. The Guest rooms feature refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee machines. Suites feature a sitting area with 32" TV and kitchenette.
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~24.65 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Hampton Inn Port Charlotte in Port Charlotte 1-800-997-5148
24480 Sandhill Blvd., Port Charlotte, FL 33983 (Lake)
Welcome to The Hampton Inn Port Charlotte, FL. Our staff is eager to provide you with a comfortable, productive, and relaxing environment. Whether your visit is for business or pleasure, our hotel and staff will provide you with a home away from home experience. The Hampton Inn Port Charlotte is nestled on a private lake in the prestigious Deep Creek area of Port Charlotte, Florida.. Our hotel is uniquely situated on Sandhill Lake and overlooks the water and the wildlife unique to Florida, including alligators, birds and turtles. We invite you to relax at our pool while enjoying your daily viewing of our local flora and fauna. If you are traveling by air, DirectAir provides direct flights to the Port Charlotte area.
If you would like to plan an outdoor adventure, our staff can guide you to some of the best fishing and eco-tourism in Florida. Charlotte County & the Gulf Islands provides everything from deep sea fishing to guided kayak tours. The Hampton Inn Port Charlotte is a short drive from Badcock Wilderness Adventure, historical downtown Punta Gorda, Charlotte Sports Park, Charlotte County Airport, award winning golf courses, water recreation, shopping, nightlife including Visani's Comedy Club, and dining. If you prefer to plan a shopping adventure, we are within minutes of Fisherman’s Village or Port Charlotte TownCenter Mall & Movie Theatre.
As always your stay is backed by the 100% Hampton Guarantee. If you're not 100% satisfied, we don't expect you to pay. T
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~24.72 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Sleep Inn & Suites in Port Charlotte 1-800-997-5149
806 Kings Highway, Port Charlotte, FL 33980
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~24.99 miles from Solomon's Castle
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La Quinta Inn & Suites in Port Charlotte 1-800-230-4134
812 Kings Highway, Port Charlotte, FL 33980 (Highway)
We are conveniently located right off I-75, exit #170. La Quinta Inn & Suites Port Charlotte is your gateway to Port Charlotte & Punta Gorda located between Sarasota & Fort Myers.
We boast on our professionally designed, well appointed, 81 rooms that include 5 One Bedroom Suites, 10 Executive King Suites, King Bedroom with Jacuzzi tub & our Standard Bedrooms which consist of 2 Queen beds. Handicap accessible rooms are also available. Our meeting facility has enough room to seat up to 30 guest comfortably for any professional or social event.
We have everything, including an enticing, sparkling Pool with a Spa, fitness center, laundry facility, business center, and a parking lot that will accommodate Buses, RVs, and tractor-trailers.
In the rooms, our amenities include a microwave, refrigerator, 32-inch flat screen LCD TV, satellite television, free wifi access in every room, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and more. Last, but definitely not least, our delicious complimentary breakfast. We have everything from our hot sausage gravy, waffles and egg omlettes to our cold fruit salad with a side of cottage cheese, health conscious cereals or tasty danishes and much more.
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~25.33 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Country Inn & Suites in Port Charlotte 1-800-997-5148
24244 Corporate Court, Port Charlotte, FL 33954 (Highway)
Country Inn & Suites - Port Charlotte, Florida is a brand new hotel (constructed January 2009) just off of Kings Highway & I-75. We offer complimentary hot breakfast, wireless internet, High Definition Cable, business center, and a variety of room types to choose from. Also, our meeting room is fully-equipped with a projector and large screen to be hooked up to a computer.
In addition, all of our guests have complimentary access to our gym, which features treadmills, elliptical machines, exercise bike, and a wall-mounted LCD television.
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~25.86 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Days Inn Port Charlotte in Port Charlotte 1-800-997-5149
1941 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte, FL 33948 (Downtown-City Center)
Days Inn Port Charlotte
Plan your trip to the Sunshine State and book a room at Days Inn Port Charlotte hotel near Charlotte Sports Park. Conveniently located off Highway 41, our hotel is a great value. Pull off the road and park your car, truck or RV in our free lot. In the morning, greet the day with free Daybreak continental breakfast and if you want to keep active during your stay, break a sweat at our fitness center or swim a few laps in our outdoor pool. Our pet-friendly hotel features free Wi-Fi Internet access and a refrigerator in all rooms. Handicapped-accessible and non-smoking rooms are available and kids 17 and under stay free with an adult.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
There is something for everyone near our Port Charlotte, FL, hotel. Bring the family to Kidstar Park for a day of rides, games and entertainment. If you are a sports fan, catch a game at Charlotte Sports Park, home of the Tampa Bay Rays spring training camp. Cruise down to Punta Gorda Speedway and experience the excitement of motorsports action. Charlotte Performing Arts Center is eight miles from our hotel. Check out the exhibits at Military Heritage Museum, showcasing the history of the US Military, active units and veterans. Take the short drive to Cayo Costa Island State Park, where you can go boating, surfing, tubing, scuba diving, fishing, hiking, horseback riding and cycling.
DINING OPTIONS
Sit down to dinner at JD’s Bistro & Grille, which features a full bar, on-site at our Port Charlot
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~27.20 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Microtel Inn & Suites in Port Charlotte 1-800-230-4134
4056 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte, FL 33952 (Downtown-City Center)
Welcome to the Microtel Inn And Suites Port Charlotte, Florida. This quality, discount hotel in Port Charlotte is near the Port Charlotte Beach Complex, Fisherman's Village Waterfront Mall, deep-sea fishing charters and just minutes from the waterfront and beaches.
Enjoy a stay at one of Microtel's finest facilities. Located in the heart of beautiful Charlotte County, FL, the Port Charlotte Microtel Inn and Suites is the first and as of March 2008 the only eco-friendly hotel in Southwest Florida and the first 'green' Microtel. We are proud to use a completely Ionized pool filtration system, all ecosystem friendly laundry chemicals, and energy efficient machines throughout the property.
Besides giving back to the environment we also give back to our guests. When you choose to stay at this quality, budget hotel in Port Charlotte you'll benefit with free high-speed wireless (wifi) internet access, free local and domestic long distance phone calls within the United States and a daily complimentary continental breakfast. All hotel rooms and suites feature a 32" flat panel, LCD HD television, hairdryer, coffee maker, iron and ironing board. Best of all each room boasts Microtel's new plush bedding with pillow top mattress for an ultra comfortable rest every night. Additionally, this hotel features two on site meeting and conference rooms with a capacity of up to 40 people. Whether it's your birthday, anniversary, or just for fun, our hotel is able to accommodate your needs..
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~28.50 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Holiday Inn Lakewood Ranch in Sarasota 1-800-997-5148
6231 Lake Osprey Dr., Sarasota, FL 34240 (Lake)
Located in the heart of Sarasota’s Lakewood Ranch, a planned, environmentally green resort neighborhood, one of the first in Florida to be designated as a Florida Green Lodging Property in 2006. Holiday Inn features tastefully decorated, well-appointed guestrooms and suites and an entirely non-smoking property. Enjoy close proximity to beautiful Lake Osprey, shopping, dining, golf, museums, hiking, water sports, and so much more. Holiday Inn Lakewood Ranch is ideal for a Florida getaway or Sarasota business trip.
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~28.58 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Knights Inn in Port Charlotte 1-800-997-5149
4100 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte, FL 33952
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~28.58 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott Lakewood Ranch in Bradenton 1-800-230-4134
6105 Exchange Way, Bradenton, FL 34202 (Suburban)
The Award Winning Fairfield Inn & Suites at Lakewood Ranch, located in one of the fastest growing communities in Florida, we are conveniently situated between Sarasota and Bradenton just minutes from the beautiful Gulf Beaches. Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, the staff is dedicated to providing you with the ultimate level of service, comfort, and cleanliness. Offering all of the wonderful amenities you would expect to find with Marriott, such as Free High Speed Internet Access, Free Continental Breakfast, and a Complimentary 24 Hour Business Center. Always Clean, Fresh, and Friendly
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~28.79 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Americinn Hotel & Suites in Sarasota 1-800-997-5148
5931 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota, FL 34232 (Highway)
The AmericInn Hotel and Suites of Sarasota offers oversized, tastefully appointed guest rooms in a variety of room types. We have luxurious one and two room suites, some with whirlpools, which will add an upscale flair to your visit for business or recreation. The hotel is only miles from one of the finest white beaches in the world, Siesta Key Beach, along with many other attractions which you can find on our Area Travel page.
Also enjoy:
Room service from 7:00am - 10:00pm from Perkins Family Restaurant
Three conference rooms and presentation materials - perfect for business meetings and other events
A breath of fresh air with AmericInn's PURE Rooms. The AmericInn of Sarasota offers a limited number of PURE, allergy-friendly rooms that have been professionally treated to minimize irritants, contaminants, and odors
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~29.20 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Hampton Inn & Suites University Park Sarasota in University Park 1-800-997-5149
8565 Cooper Creek Blvd., University Park, FL 34201 (Highway)
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~29.21 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Hampton Inn I 75 Beeridge in Sarasota 1-800-230-4134
5995 Cattleridge Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34232 (Highway)
The Hampton Inn is conveniently located off I-75 at the corner of Bee Ridge and Cattleman. It is an intimate size hotel with added amenities at a very affordable rate, which conveniently accommodate corporate travelers, and we offer the industry’s first 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Our guests will have a selection of three different room types, a king and two queen beds, or a king special that has a refrigerator and a microwave. All our rooms have a spacious well, lighted work area, complimentary wireless & hard wired high-speed Internet, ready phones, iron and ironing boards, coffee makers, hair dryers, and remote control TV. After a long business day, our corporate travelers can relax by our tropical outdoor pool and hot tub; also they can work out in our state of art fitness room which is available 24 hours.
Your stay includes a deluxe complimentary On The House Hot breakfast served daily from 06:00 am to 10:00 pm in our spacious lobby with a variety of items. Within walking distance of the hotel there are numerous shopping area, 6 restaurants, and lounges to satisfy every taste and need.
Our two Hospitality rooms can accommodate small or large meetings and special events, which is ideal for business conferences, seminars, and informal receptions for up to 100 people.
Siesta Key Beach (The #3 beach in the nation) is only 6 miles away.
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~29.49 miles from Solomon's Castle
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Wingate by Wyndham in Bradenton 1-800-997-5148
5464 Lena Rd., Bradenton, FL 34211 (Highway)
Each of our 78 large, comfortable guest rooms is designed to meet your Sarasota/Bradenton area needs, featuring: cordless phones, two-line business phones, refrigerators, microwaves, free high-speed wireless Internet access, high definition flat screen televisions, recliners, coffee makers, iron and ironing board and hair dryers. You will appreciate the two spacious queen-size beds in our deluxe double rooms.
Added Suite Features:
For those whose requirements call for something more than a standard room, our Junior and Executive Suites provide additional amenities, including microwave, refrigerator, sofa-bed, and recliner. Executive Suites feature kitchenettes, Jacuzzi tubs, and high definition flat screen television sets. The Executive Suites are great for families, small corporate meetings and extended stays.
Free Hot & Fresh Breakfast Buffet
Free Wireless High-Speed Internet Access in Guestrooms
New plush pillow-top mattresses with up to five pillows per bed (2 feather pillows and 2 or 3 Plush Overstuffed Pillows) in ALL the rooms
Free Local & 800 Calls
Free In-Room Coffee
Refrigerator & Microwaves in all Rooms
Kitchenettes in Executive Suites
Hotel Fitness Center & Whirlpool Spa
24-Hour Hotel Business Center
In-Room Safes in all Rooms
Small meetings and banquets are our specialty. We offer great group rates and meeting room discounts for 10 or more sleeping rooms. Make us your next choice for Bradenton and Sarasota meetings.
Meeting Rooms
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~29.49 miles from Solomon's Castle
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