Central Sarasota Travel Guide
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Things to do
Lido Key: Self-Guided Paddleboard Rental
฿1,444
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
฿1,991
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
฿4,919
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
฿2,193
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
฿1,991
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
฿2,193
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Central Sarasota
The Westin Sarasota
100 Marina View Drive Sarasota FL
The price is ฿6,980 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿6,980
฿8,718 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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! (1,211 reviews)
"Clean Romo and Breakfast everything."
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr Sarasota FL
The price is ฿17,946 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
฿17,946
฿22,460 total
9 Dec - 10 Dec
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! (1,020 reviews)
"Very well maintained property. Staff very kind and professional. Our room was spacious and well appointed . The beds were somewhat comfortable , they need better pillows. Also, they need more dining options. Overall, nice property."
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026
Aloft by Marriott Sarasota
1401 Ringling Boulevard Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,224 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿5,224
฿5,902 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Very friendly staff but double queen room had bathroom sliding barn style door that left inch or so gap into main area on both sides of door when “closed”. No lightswitch for bathroom so if using bathroom while others sleeping(middle of night, early am) lights to half the room were required-very ..."
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026
voco Sarasota by IHG
1223 Boulevard Of The Arts Sarasota FL
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 ...
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
202 North Tamiami Trail Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,724 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿5,724
฿7,403 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,792 reviews)
"Good"
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
1255 North Palm Avenue Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,068 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿5,068
฿6,789 total
29 Nov - 30 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"6th year in a row back to Autograph and once again a wonderful few nights at this hotel. The staff is friendly and helpful from the front desk to the valets to the bartenders. The rooms, are clean and bes are super comfortable. And you can't beat the location. Walkable to all the restaurants/shops ..."
Reviewed on 10 Nov 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.
Southgate
While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach.
