The Best Hotels Closest to Mote Science Education Aquarium in Sarasota for 2026

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An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wooden chairs, and a pergola structure.

A bar area with a beer tap labeled 'BOD LIGHT' and 'GOOSE IPA', a 'Tasty' sign, and several bottles of wine.

A modern lobby with sofas, a coffee table, and a decorative wall.

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, round tables, and a variety of seating options.

1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

0.4 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Janine

AED 621

AED 702 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and chairs, featuring hanging light fixtures and a large flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a brick wall.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, tables, and hanging light fixtures.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch

1 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Christopher

AED 528

AED 596 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a sofa, a small table with a plant, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern building with the sign "HYATT PLACE" indicating a hotel.

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, large windows, and a covered walkway.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a fruit display.

3. Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

1.2 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Tim

AED 558

AED 631 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a wooden slatted wall.

A modern building with a glass facade, located near a body of water with palm trees in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television screen.

A reception area with a green wall, wooden reception desk, and pendant lighting.

4. EVEN Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch by IHG

0.9 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Terence

AED 452

AED 511 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and dining space.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and a landscaped driveway.

A modern kitchen with white brick walls, wooden cabinets, and various appliances.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

1.2 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Laurie

AED 465

AED 526 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative wall art.

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a desk.

6. Carlisle Inn

Pinecraft, 7.7 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Rachel

AED 526

AED 594 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, a TV, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fan, and a TV.

A hotel with a white exterior, multiple balconies, and thatched-roof structures.

A compact room with a kitchenette, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a compact refrigerator.

7. Lantern Inn & Suites

Whitfield Estates, 12.4 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Chris

AED 250

AED 283 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a grill, and lush tropical plants.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

A gym with cardio machines, a rowing machine, and a bench.

A kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a granite countertop.

8. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Fruitville, 4.8 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Patrick

AED 350

AED 416 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious living area with a dining table, black chairs, a white sofa, and a patterned rug.

A gated pool area with a white fence, a clear sky, and a building with multiple windows in the background.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a covered seating area.

A modern building with a two-story structure, large windows, and a covered parking area.

9. Siesta Vibe Pool Walk To Crescent Beach

16.6 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

AED 439

AED 1,432 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit and cushioned sofas.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A breakfast bar with a 'Good Morning' sign, a 'Inspired Table' sign, and various breakfast items and utensils.

A hotel entrance with a red and yellow sign, palm trees, and a parking lot.

10. Home2 Suites Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge, FL

8.9 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

James

AED 403

AED 455 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top table, and a view of a lake and fountain.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a desk.

A lobby with a blue sofa, yellow armchairs, a reception desk, and a large white pendant light.

A hotel breakfast area with a self-service station, a refrigerator with beverages, and a wall-mounted sign.

11. Comfort Suites Sarasota - Siesta Key

12.2 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Jymieka

AED 379

AED 428 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious indoor area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking lot and landscaped areas.

An outdoor patio area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a fire feature.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a wardrobe.

12. Kompose Boutique Hotel

9.7 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Robert

AED 182

AED 285 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a sink, and a chair.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, coffee machines, and a trash bin.

13. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Bradenton

8.7 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Jennifer

AED 268

AED 303 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a built-in microwave, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

Two beverage dispensers with a variety of drinks, a wooden cabinet, and a tiled floor.

A reception area with a bench, a reception desk, a glass door entrance, and a sign indicating free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee maker on a shelf.

14. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Bradenton

12.5 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

gerardo

AED 234

AED 265 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern kitchen area with a wooden counter, a coffee machine, and a fruit display.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a carpeted floor.

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, blue sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with a long sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and a mix of residential and hotel buildings.

15. Hampton Inn Sarasota - I-75 Bee Ridge

8.9 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Jacqueline

AED 318

AED 360 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A spacious living room with a dining area, a fireplace, and a large window.

16. Siesta Key Inn

16.8 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Deborah

AED 383

AED 485 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a parking lot.

A buffet with labeled sections for omelets and cheese.

A modern lobby with yellow armchairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bradenton East-Lakewood Ranch by IHG

6.9 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Kris

AED 408

AED 461 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for 'Carette Landing Sarasota Hotel.'

18. Caretta Landing Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Fruitville, 4.8 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Daniel

AED 308

AED 368 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

Two children in a swimming pool with water splashing around them.

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and weight machines.

A spacious, modern living area with a herringbone wood floor, a dining area with a herringbone pattern, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A modern outdoor patio with seating, planters, and a pergola.

19. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

6.6 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

mohammed

AED 477

AED 540 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a bathroom.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a TV.

A hotel reception area with two vending machines labeled 'Comfort Inn & Suites', a counter with a pink note, and shelves stocked with snacks and bottled water.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and large windows.

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Sarasota I75

Fruitville, 4.5 km from Mote Science Education Aquarium

Eve

AED 367

AED 414 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch	9.8 Exceptional 930 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch	9.4 Exceptional 948 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
EVEN Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch by IHG	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Sarasota Lakewood Ranch	8.6 Excellent 759 reviews	View

Top Mote Science Education Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

10/10 Excellent

"Seth was very friendly and engaging. Hotel was well maintained and clean. I received ample housekeeping room refreshes, and access to resources. The location was also very convenient with plenty of parking."

EVEN Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"It was nice and clean. Much more affordable. Could use more of a selection of bourbon."

Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The guy at the front desk is always extremely polite and professional.."

Comfort Inn & Suites Sarasota I75

10/10 Excellent

"Was sad to leave but I have to stay a 2Nd round of chemo at the end of the month. I appreciate Hudson, Morgan, the hotelmamag"

Caretta Landing Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We have traveled a lot over the last 25 years and can honestly say these were one of the most comfortable beds and pillows we have ever seen. The staff was very accommodating and friendly. We would stay here again when we come back to the area."

Lovely 3-bedroom house with AC in a quiet community of Sarasota

10/10 Excellent

"The house was so comfortable like home clean and neat just not a warmer in pool but everything was awesome even have food there for you no one has tone on none of other Vrbo houses his was the best"

Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean and spacious and the staff especially Juan at the front desk was very helpful and accommodating."

2-bedroom secondary suite in lovely Sarasota

10/10 Excellent

"The place was very clean and comfortable! Olga was very communicative and helpful. It was close to everything we wanted to do. We would stay here again!"

Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

10/10 Excellent

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Mall at University Town Center

9.0/10 (2,156 reviews)

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A wooden bridge with railings, a body of water, and a modern building in the background.

Nathan Benderson Park

8.6/10 (383 reviews)

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An aerial view of a town with a central roundabout, palm trees, and a fountain.

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

8.8/10 (294 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Main Street at Lakewood Ranch during your visit to Lakewood Ranch. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Fish Hole Miniature Golf Lakewood Ranch

You can take time to visit Fish Hole Miniature Golf Lakewood Ranch during your travels to Lakewood Ranch. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Lake Uihlein

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Uihlein during your travels in Lakewood Ranch. Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops in the area.

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Legacy Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Lakewood Ranch at Legacy Golf Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mote Science Education Aquarium?

Mote Science Education Aquarium is located in an area of Sarasota known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 12 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Mote Science Education Aquarium?

The Resort at Longboat Key Club is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a marina and a full-service spa. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Mote Science Education Aquarium. Other good choices within 5 miles include The Westin Sarasota and Cirque St. Armands Beachside.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Mote Science Education Aquarium?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Mote Science Education Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mote Science Education Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Mote Science Education Aquarium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Mote Science Education Aquarium?

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What can I see and do near Mote Science Education Aquarium?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Nathan Benderson Park and Tuttle Avenue Park. Bring the family to Fish Hole Miniature Golf Lakewood Ranch, Pop's Golf Range and Batting Center, and Sarasota Fairgrounds & Robarts Arena while you're checking out the area near Mote Science Education Aquarium. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Lake Uihlein, Kingfisher Lake, and Middle Teal Lake.

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Our top choices for Mote Science Education Aquarium hotels

1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch

3. Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

4. EVEN Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch by IHG

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

6. Carlisle Inn

7. Lantern Inn & Suites

8. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

9. Siesta Vibe Pool Walk To Crescent Beach

10. Home2 Suites Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge, FL

11. Comfort Suites Sarasota - Siesta Key

12. Kompose Boutique Hotel

13. Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Bradenton

14. HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Bradenton

15. Hampton Inn Sarasota - I-75 Bee Ridge

16. Siesta Key Inn

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bradenton East-Lakewood Ranch by IHG

18. Caretta Landing Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

19. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Sarasota I75

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Top Mote Science Education Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

EVEN Hotel Sarasota-Lakewood Ranch by IHG

Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Comfort Inn & Suites Sarasota I75

Caretta Landing Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Lovely 3-bedroom house with AC in a quiet community of Sarasota

Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center

2-bedroom secondary suite in lovely Sarasota

Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

Other attractions near Mote Science Education Aquarium

Mall at University Town Center

Nathan Benderson Park

Main Street at Lakewood Ranch

Fish Hole Miniature Golf Lakewood Ranch

Lake Uihlein

Legacy Golf Club

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