Desoto Lakes Travel Guide
Sarasota
Visit Desoto Lakes
Things to do
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
฿2,176
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
฿1,841
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
฿2,391
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
฿3,648
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
฿1,975
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
฿4,879
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Desoto Lakes
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is ฿1,925 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿1,925
฿2,892 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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 ฿5,416 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿5,416
฿7,064 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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 ...
Lido Beach Resort
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
The price is ฿10,993 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿10,993
฿13,932 total
11 Aug - 12 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Everything was great."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿4,785 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,785
฿6,275 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (5,723 reviews)
"Property was clean had everything you need. Only thing would have like to see was an onsite bar/restaurant."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is ฿3,380 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,380
฿3,819 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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,312 reviews)
"THE OUTSIDE CLEAN IS NOT OK, THA MATTRESS AND PILOW IS SO BAD, NEED CHANGED, RELALLY THERE IS NOT REST IN THIS CONDITIONS."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026
Zota Beach Resort
4711 Gulf of Mexico Dr Longboat Key FL
The price is ฿7,652 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿7,652
฿10,157 total
11 Aug - 12 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! (1,016 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful !!!"
Reviewed on 3 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.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Florida Studio Theatre.
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.
