Homosassa, in Citrus County, Florida, is located approximately 50 miles north of the Tampa Bay region along the western coast of the state. Although the town has a population of fewer than 2,500 residents, tourists stream in throughout the year to fish, scuba dive and observe the wildlife at the local state park. There are handful of accommodations for those who wish to stay within the Homosassa area.
The Bella Oasis Inn and Spa is located next to Homosassa's wildlife park, where the hotel arranges such activities for guests as swimming with manatees and snorkeling. The complex itself contains a spa and fitness center along with a large outdoor pool and its own bistro, lounge and pool-side tiki bar. The rooms at Bella Oasis are equipped with a television, refrigerator and microwave, as well as queen-sized beds, coffee makers and ironing boards. Aside from the local wildlife attractions, the hotel offers guests special golf packages for the nearby Southern Woods Golf Club.
Bella Oasis Inn and Spa
4076 S. Suncoast Blvd.
Homosassa, FL 34448
352-628-4311
bellaoasis.com
The Blue Moon Bed & Breakfast is a small boutique lodging in Homosassa which, according to its website, was listed as "one of Florida's Most Romantic Getaways by Florida International Magazine." The structure is similar to an old southern mansion with only five rooms available at any given time. Each room has its own decor and arrangement -- from the "Spanish Room" to the "North Woods Room." All accommodations have king-sized beds, cable television and complimentary boutique toiletries, such as bath crystals. The Blue Moon has its own pool and Jacuzzi as well as a dining hall where a free gourmet breakfast is served.
Blue Moon Bed & Breakfast
10137 W. Fishbowl Drive
Homosassa, FL 34448
352-621-1960
thebluemoonbb.com
As its name would suggest, the Homosassa Riverside Resort is located on the shores of the Homosassa River. The lodging has single and double rooms available, which include either patios or balconies that sit just above the water. Aside from the location, the Homosassa Riverside Resort provides visitors with a crab house that serves local sea fare, features the oldest cocktail lounge in the country and has a double-decker tiki bar. The bar overlooks the resort-owned Monkey Island, a small piece of land where monkeys roam free and swing across tree limbs and jungle gyms. The hotel also provides dock space for a fee to those who prefer to arrive by boat.
Homosassa Riverside Resort
5297 S. Cherokee Way
Homosassa, FL 34448
352-628-2474
riversideresorts.com
