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 ฿1,489 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿1,489
฿2,392 total
24 Aug - 25 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! (5,871 reviews)
"The hotel is very clean and the staff are very friendly; I would definitely recommend it."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is ฿5,589 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿5,589
฿7,249 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
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,467 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿4,467
฿5,907 total
7 Sept - 8 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 ฿10,871 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿10,871
฿13,778 total
20 Aug - 21 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 ฿3,224 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,224
฿3,643 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
The price is ฿7,897 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿7,897
฿10,417 total
20 Aug - 21 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! (1,011 reviews)
"Very clean and amazing amenities. Gorgeous pool and access to the beach"
Reviewed on 18 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 Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.
