Central Sarasota Travel Guide
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Things to do
Lido Key: Self-Guided Paddleboard Rental
฿1,404
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
฿1,935
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
฿2,343
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
฿4,781
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
฿2,132
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
฿1,935
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Central Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
100 Marina View Drive Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,981 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿5,981
฿7,596 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,186 reviews)
"Amazing location and amenities. Beautiful views, sunset, bayview and city view. The staff were great, super helpful and professional. Food and drinks were delicious. Clean, comfortable, beautiful rooms."
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
202 North Tamiami Trail Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,349 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿5,349
฿6,987 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr Sarasota FL
The price is ฿18,798 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿18,798
฿23,423 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"Great and clean ……………….,,"
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026
Aloft by Marriott Sarasota
1401 Ringling Boulevard Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,104 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿5,104
฿5,768 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Really good"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
1255 North Palm Avenue Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,604 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿5,604
฿7,395 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
voco Sarasota by IHG
1223 Boulevard Of The Arts Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,101 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿5,101
฿6,670 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Charged three times for parking - I didn’t even have a car, and for breakfast I didn’t have!!! Check your final bill closely at Voco hotel in Sarasota. The female staff member charged my room for parking 3 separate times, despite the fact that I did not travel with a vehicle. She also mistakenly ..."
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in Central Sarasota
Find the best Central Sarasota areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Lido Key
Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.
South Sarasota
Though South Sarasota may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Siesta Key Beach and The Landings.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
Palmer Ranch
While there might not be top attractions in Palmer Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Turtle Beach.
Pinecraft
While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
