Downtown 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 Downtown Sarasota
Aloft by Marriott Sarasota
1401 Ringling Boulevard Sarasota FL
The price is ฿5,311 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿5,311
฿6,002 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
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect room size, super comfy bed, bathroom good layout and amenities, everything was so nice… and then the little extra touches with a cute ukulele to play and art paper pad with colored pencils to sketch! Staff helpful and friendly too. Easy self parking in the Palm garage with sky walk to hotel ..."
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is ฿1,529 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿1,529
฿2,449 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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 ฿4,833 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿4,833
฿6,410 total
22 Nov - 23 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,644 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿4,848 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿4,848
฿6,351 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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. ...
The Westin Sarasota
100 Marina View Drive Sarasota FL
The price is ฿7,015 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿7,015
฿8,761 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! (1,209 reviews)
"Nice property! Local shuttle very useful! Valet a bit pricey!"
Reviewed on 8 Nov 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.
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.
