Downtown Sarasota Travel Guide
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Things to do
Lido Key: Self-Guided Paddleboard Rental
฿1,429
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
฿2,170
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
฿1,970
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
฿2,385
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
฿4,867
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
฿1,970
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Downtown Sarasota
Aloft by Marriott Sarasota
1401 Ringling Boulevard Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,085 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿5,085
฿5,747 total
26 Oct - 27 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)
"Beautiful and clean hotel. Will definitely be back"
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
1255 North Palm Avenue Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,047 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿5,047
฿6,761 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 ...
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is ฿1,694 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿1,694
฿2,634 total
26 Oct - 27 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 breakfast and the ...
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is ฿4,813 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿4,813
฿6,383 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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 ฿4,665 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿4,665
฿6,143 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,980 reviews)
"Location! Location! Perfect for a peaceful getaway. The new pool is gorgeous. The stove and oven needed some instructions how to use took us a bit to figure out. The outside grill was a perfect touch. We will be back. Wonderful time. Great place to go explore point of rocks!"
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026
Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites
5311 Ocean Blvd Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿4,889 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿4,889
฿7,375 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,184 reviews)
"I had a three night stay at this hotel on Siesta Key. Great location, and I walked every where safely alone. Very friendly staff! My comments on the room. - the mattress needs to be replaced in room 102 - a threshold at the door would be nice to keep any critters from crawling into the room. - the ..."
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Sarasota
Find the best Downtown 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.
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 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.
