Fodor's Expert Review The Resort at Longboat Key Club

There is debate about what attracts more guests to this spectacularly landscaped property–the 45 holes of challenging golf, the 20-court Tennis Gardens facility, or the 291-slip marina. It could also be the Island House Spa or the delicious dinner in the resort's Sand's Pointe, one of on-site six restaurants. Water is the test on both golf courses, which have excellent pro shops. Stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, and bicycles are available. All rooms have balconies overlooking the golf course, the beach, or the private lagoon where manatees and dolphins are occasionally spotted. Golf and dining facilities are for guests and members only.