Desoto Lakes Travel Guide
Sarasota
Visit Desoto Lakes
Things to do
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
฿2,151
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
฿1,820
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
฿2,364
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
฿3,607
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
฿1,952
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
฿4,342
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Desoto Lakes
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is ฿1,532 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿1,532
฿2,443 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,833 reviews)
"I love this Hotel..I recommend it 200 %"
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is ฿4,932 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿4,932
฿6,508 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿4,476 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿4,476
฿5,918 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Lido Beach Resort
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
The price is ฿10,892 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿10,892
฿13,804 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is ฿3,230 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,230
฿3,650 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Zota Beach Resort
4711 Gulf of Mexico Dr Longboat Key FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,912 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿7,912
฿10,437 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Longboat Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Lovely clean room with balcony overlooking the pool. Restaurant food was very good and Roger was very helpful. Pool bar provided food by the pool site. Mixed fruit bowl was lovely and fresh."
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Where to stay in Desoto Lakes
Find the best Desoto Lakes 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.
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 Sarasota Square.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Florida Studio Theatre.
