The Lakes Travel Guide
Sarasota
Visit The 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 The Lakes
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is ฿1,481 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿1,481
฿2,379 total
23 Aug - 24 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 ...
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is ฿5,556 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿5,556
฿7,206 total
20 Sept - 21 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,490 reviews)
"Exelente"
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is ฿4,181 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,181
฿5,579 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! (5,777 reviews)
"The place was awesome, close to the beach, nice staff, will definitely look to stay there again in the future"
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026
Lido Beach Resort
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
The price is ฿10,412 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿10,412
฿13,250 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,020 reviews)
"Was a very nice resort with friendly staff - beach and pool were great, although the pool could have better music :)"
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,127 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿3,127
฿3,533 total
3 Sept - 4 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 ฿7,850 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿7,850
฿10,355 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
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Where to stay in The Lakes
Find the best The 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.
