The Lakes Travel Guide
Sarasota
Visit The Lakes
Things to do
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
฿1,938
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
฿1,938
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
฿1,807
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
฿2,135
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
฿3,581
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
฿2,135
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in The Lakes
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is ฿2,364 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿2,364
฿3,385 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
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! (5,600 reviews)
"Julio was wonderful and helped us with check in and was very accommodating. We come here every year and this time we got a bigger room. We were pleased with the room & that the hotel was still accommodating, clean & quiet"
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is ฿5,957 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿5,957
฿7,671 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,295 reviews)
"The buffet breakfast was amazing and nothing like I've had before. The bed was comfy and the bathroom spacious. The view was nice and close distance to the beach."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is ฿2,470 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿2,470
฿2,791 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,579 reviews)
"Pretty good for the price"
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
Fully refundable
The price is ฿5,908 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿5,908
฿7,541 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
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! (5,615 reviews)
"The room was clean and nicely furnished but keep in mind the bed is a queen size. I would update the mattress to a more comfortable one. The Gulf was just a walk down the road and it was our own private beach. They rent chairs and umbrellas. There are two pools, both very nice. Staff was great."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is ฿4,865 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,865
฿5,498 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,200 reviews)
"i didn't like that it was a grab and go breakfast. second i didn't like there was no microwave in room . didn't like the hot tub had no bubbles so it's not a hot tub at all . pool was too hot . it was a nonsmoking hotel meanwhile you had guest vaporing in the pool area and pot smoking as well . also ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Lido Beach Resort
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
The price is ฿10,277 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿10,277
฿13,116 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"First time here and I must say WOW!!! Room, amenities, service top notch. Can't wait to come back!"
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in The Lakes
Find the best The 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
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.
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.
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.
