Venus, Florida is a small, unincorporated community located just west of Lake Okeechobee, which is mainly focused on the citrus and cattle industries. It is also known for being the home of Jacque Fresco, leader of The Venus Project, which seeks to improve society by transitioning into a resource-based society. Accommodations located near Venus can be found in Lake Placid, LaBelle, Okeechobee and Sebring.
The Holiday Inn Express in Lake Placid, Florida, is located 17 miles north of Venus, near a number of local attractions, like Gatorama, a swampland attraction focused on alligators and crocodiles. It's a 33-minute drive from the hotel. The hotel offers standard guest rooms and suites featuring simple, yet comfortable furnishings. A whirlpool is located on-site, as well as a fitness center with treadmills and weight machines and a business center with access to a fax machine, copy machine and PC. Dining options at the hotel include a complimentary breakfast served every morning and a kids-eat-free program. One meeting room is also available at the hotel, offering 675 square feet of meeting space that fits up to 50 people.
Port LaBelle Inn is located 21 miles south of Venus in LaBelle, Florida. There are 47 rooms in the hotel divided into double, king and suite categories. Each is decorated with dark wood furnishings and light-colored bedding. Free breakfast is the lobby is available for guests in all rooms. Guests will also have access to the hotel's pool, basketball courts, bocce ball court, tennis court and shuffle board. Also located at the hotel is the Bella View Restaurant, which serves contemporary American cuisine as well as beer, wine and specialty martinis. Nearby attractions include the LaBelle Heritage Museum, located three miles away.
The Lakeport Motel, located 18 miles east of Venus, is an ideal stopping point for anyone interested in spending time at the Seminole Casino, which is only five minutes away from the motel. The rooms offer typical amenities and discounted rates for them are offered to large groups. Also part of the motel is a restaurant and bar available to all guests. In addition to the casino, there are many outdoor activities that can be enjoyed in the surrounding area, and the motel concierge can help set up trips of interest. These can include hikes, boating excursions and fishing trips.
The Residence Inn in Sebring is located 29 miles north of Venus, Florida. This pet-friendly hotel offers 80 suites with private patios, full kitchens and lakeside views. One meeting room is also available with 288 square feet of space and a seating capacity of 15. Breakfast buffets are available every morning and barbecue and picnic areas can be found on the hotel grounds. Other dining options are available nearby, like Sonny's Real Pit Barbecue, located 0.9 miles away. Discounts are available for seniors, government officials and AAA members.
