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With over 6,200 hotel rooms, it's time to shine the spotlight on some of Sarasota County's top hotels. From beachfront, rooftop and secluded, we have a diverse collection waiting for you.
Lodging
Traveling with a pet? Get prepared with our guide on this critter-friendly destination offering plenty of options for accommodations.
When it's time for a vacation, plenty of people like to plan trips the entire family can enjoy—and for lots of us, family includes our furry four-legged friends. If you wouldn't dream of leaving Fido at home during your trip to the sunny Gulf Coast of Florida, we've got the dish for you on traveling with pets in Sarasota County.
Take a spin in our time machine, and plan an excursion filled with nostalgic charm from breakfast 'til bedtime
Ever have the urge to plot an escape to a different decade?
Maybe there's a tropical shirt in your closet that's screaming for a kitschy, oh-so-Florida tourist backdrop from the 1950s like flamingos or a tiki lounge? Perhaps you're in the mood for a sophisticated splash of Mid-Century Modern, or the Roaring Twenties sounds like the bee's knees.
If mom-and-pop beach bungalows are more your style, settle in to the quieter side of Sarasota County and embrace our beaches at these coastal lodgings
The call of a four star resort is a strong one, but sometimes you can get lost in the shuffle. With big crowds and busy amenities you may find it hard to find some quiet time to reconnect and refresh.
These smaller hotels and motels offer a more intimate and sometimes affordable stay in our beautiful destination and are all within walking distance from our main attraction: the beach!
Whether visiting for the first time ever, or the first time in a while, this guide features new experiences each visitor will enjoy!
Check out some special holiday deals and discounts for travelers who want to visit Sarasota County this winter season.
Stay in coveted locales, from Crescent Beach to Siesta Village, with Beachside Management Vacation Rentals.
Looking for a vacation home rental just steps from the beach? Regularly named the No. 1 beach in the U.S., including in 2025 as part of Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards, your next getaway could be as easy as walking out your front door to the sugary sands and turquoise waters of Siesta Key. And there's a comprehensive list of premier beachfront units to get you there.
Twelve beachfront hotels and resorts to stay just steps from the #1 Beach in the U.S.
Dreaming of visiting the #1 beach in the U.S. (and #4 in the world!)? So named in the 2025 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards, Siesta Key gets a lot of hype — and once you're here, it's easy to see why.
