Lodging in Sarasota

More than just a bed

Whether you plan on recharging your batteries with a few weeks of sun and surf, or are merely stopping by with the family to visit relatives for a few days, Sarasota's wide variety of accommodations can be tailored to fit your needs. From fully furnished short-term rentals overlooking Siesta Key's white sand beaches to cozy inns near downtown's vibrant entertainment district, staying in Sarasota is about much more than just a bed and bath.

Visitors looking for the classic Sarasota beach vacation have more choices than grains of sand along Sarasota and Her Islands beaches. Stays of a week or more are made easy when you move into a beach rental, complete with full kitchens and many of the amenities offered by a hotel, a real home away from home. Roll out of bed and out to the sand, then cap the day by cooking a local seafood feast and dining as the sun sinks into the Gulf of Mexico, all from your balcony.

Of course, if luxury is what you crave during your beach vacation, there's full-service resorts. Elegant restaurants just steps away from your room. Spa treatments, fresh towels and umbrella-ed cocktails await. And of course, water sports and leisure activities, if you decide to exert yourself. Then, rest and relaxation, at your beck and call.

But let's not forget the many Sarasota beach hotels overlooking the award-winning beaches. Folks looking for more quaint accommodations will find cozy inns or bed and breakfasts situated near Sarasota's downtown, each with its own unique character and atmosphere. Most are secluded enough to offer a retreat from the hustle and bustle, but close enough that a short walk lets you explore tree-lined neighborhoods offering shopping, dining and entertainment.

Sarasota is also home to many mainland hotels, from simple spots designed to serve as a home base for exploring the many local attractions to world-class hotels and resorts that offer everything from championship golf courses to luxurious spa treatments.

Whether you're visiting Sarasota with an extended family in tow, planning a romantic getaway, or attending a festival, there's a Sarasota accommodation to fit your travel style. And always remember: No matter where you stay in Sarasota, the award-winning beaches are just a few minutes away.