The Howard Johnson Inn Bradenton-Sarasota Airport is located midway between downtown Bradenton and Sarasota. The Inn offers a covered pool with sundeck. Efficiency rooms are available with kitchenettes at weekly or monthly rates. Home of Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training, Bolliteri Tennis Academy/IMG Sports Academies. Beaches, boating, fishing and watersports 7 miles AAA Rating - 2 Diamonds. Rooms are beautifully decorated and spacious and create an air of serenity. All rooms are fully equipped with the modern amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Anna Maria Oyster Bar. Pizza Deliveries. Ponderosa Steak House.