Sarasota, FL
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Where to stay in Sarasota

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 theaters are some highlights of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring.

Palmer Ranch
When in Palmer Ranch, you can plan a visit to Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Sarasota Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Sarasota
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.

Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ridge Wood Heights
Ridge Wood Heights is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Gulf Gate Mall or Siesta Key Beach.

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Super friendly and helpfful.
Reviewed on 4 February 2026

Kompose Boutique Hotel
I love staying here when I’m in Sarasota. The rooms are efficient. The work out facility is outstanding with circuit training, free weights, Peloton, stair master, tread. The breakfast is plentiful. The staff are friendly. And the price is excellent. A great value. I look forward to my next ...
Reviewed on 5 February 2026

Lido Beach Resort
Amazing location with the most friendly staff: everyone from the front desk to the servers to the pool attendants to the cleaning staff were all helpful with genuine smiles. The option of an adult only pool & hot tub area was a nice touch. Great restaurants on site and a convenient (and free!) shuttle ...
Reviewed on 2 February 2026

Hibiscus Suites - Gateway to Siesta Key
Room was great!
Reviewed on 1 February 2026

Tiny House Siesta
Loved this place.. will definitely come back
Reviewed on 20 January 2026

Vacation delight! Cozy condo just steps from the beach and St. Armands circle.
Very clean and had everything we needed
Reviewed on 31 January 2026
Popular places to visit

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
When you visit St. Armands Circle, a favorite shopping spot in Sarasota, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. 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.

Nathan Benderson Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
You can spend time studying the exhibits at John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art during your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Other places like Sarasota
- Mall at University Town Center
- Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- Nathan Benderson Park
- John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
- Myakka River State Park
- Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
- Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
- Ringling College of Art and Design
- Sarasota Classic Car Museum
- Sarasota Opera House
- New College of Florida
- Sarasota Polo at Lakewood Ranch
- University of South Florida Sarasota
- Celery Fields
- Doctors Hospital of Sarasota
- Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club
- Bayfront Park
- Sarasota Square
- Sarasota County Visitor Information Center and History Museum
