Downtown Sarasota, FL
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Popular places to visit
Sarasota Opera House
You can make plans for a show at Sarasota Opera House during your stay in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Florida Studio Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Florida Studio Theatre on your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.
Lido Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
St. Armands Circle
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at St. Armands Circle during your visit to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Mall at University Town Center
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall at University Town Center during your visit to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium during your travels in Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Downtown Sarasota Hotel Deals
Aloft Sarasota
Next offer that ice cream treat when checking in. We missed it both days. Fix that American Flag: get a much larger one for that big pole and higher quality so it won’t tear or wear out so fast.
Reviewed on 30 April 2026
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
It’s a great location and friendly staff
Reviewed on 29 April 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Property was a step back in time. Old Florida, before all the glitz. Beautiful gronds around the large pool. The oldest tiki bar in Fl did not disappoint. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Breakfast was super. Overall hotel was very good
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
The only complaint we had is that there was only 1 elevator working at the time of our stay..otherwise the rooms were spacious, comfortable bed, the housekeeping staff wonderful.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
BEWARE! The pictures you see of the beach are not what you get. We were there for four days and two of them, the seaweed was a foot high, hot and smelly and went into the water so you couldn’t just step over it. I told the front desk, they said I was the first person to mention it (I find that VERY ...
Reviewed on 30 April 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries, and theaters are some highlights of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring.
Arlington Park
Arlington Park might not have many top sights, but Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bird Key
While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, Lido Beach and South Lido Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Saint Armands Key
Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travelers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
While visiting Indian Beach Sapphire Shores, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Jungle Gardens and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.
