Gillespie Park Travel Guide
Sarasota
Visit Gillespie Park
Stay near popular Gillespie Park attractions
Things to do
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
฿2,135
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
฿1,975
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
฿2,391
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
฿4,879
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
฿2,176
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
฿1,975
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Gillespie Park
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is ฿1,900 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿1,900
฿2,868 total
21 Jul - 22 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! (5,689 reviews)
"Excellent value for the price and a great location, though a bit noisy. Had a wonderful stay at the Kompose Hotel! It offers excellent value for the price, and the location was incredibly convenient for getting around. The only minor downside was that it could be slightly noisy at times, but overall, ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is ฿2,494 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿2,494
฿2,818 total
19 Jul - 20 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! (2,608 reviews)
"The property was nice and the staff was helpful during my stay."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026
Lido Beach Resort
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
The price is ฿9,370 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿9,370
฿12,106 total
9 Aug - 10 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! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿5,110 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,110
฿6,647 total
9 Aug - 10 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! (5,665 reviews)
"Great location, very close to the beach, very nice and helpful front desk."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is ฿3,828 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿3,828
฿4,326 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (2,235 reviews)
"I tried using the hot tub but the water in it was not hot and was barely warm. Otherwise, my stay there was great."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026
The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort
1601 Gulf Of Mexico Drive Longboat Key FL
The price is ฿25,154 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿25,154
฿30,891 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Longboat Key. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and a private beach. Popular attractions St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"Staff in restaurants were somewhat accommodating. We asked to change our reservation from 2 to 4 people in the Riva restaurant. We were informed they could only take us at 8:10. We said ok, then the manager of Riva said no, not until 9:00 is there an open table. Then the concierge informed me he ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 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 Gillespie Park
Find the best Gillespie Park 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 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.
