Lake Sarasota Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lake Sarasota
Activities
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
AU$86
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
AU$158
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
AU$80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota
AU$124
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
AU$94
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Lake Sarasota Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is AU$139 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$139
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,693 reviews)
"The Mr. and I checked into Kompose Hotel in Sarasota for a little mini vacation, and our stay has been nothing short of wonderful. Ana and Pavel have both gone above and beyond to make sure everything has been perfect, and their exceptional hospitality truly made us feel welcome. The hotel is absolutely ..."
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
Fully refundable
The price is AU$120 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$120
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,605 reviews)
"outdoor pool and rooms were nicely maintained"
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Lido Beach Resort
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
The price is AU$517 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$517
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,026 reviews)
"BEST TRIP Staff was great water, popcorn, and room perfect wristband for roomkey great free parking rug between beds on floor staff at pool and bar great"
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is AU$284 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$284
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,658 reviews)
"Me gustó mucho, estaba muy cerca de la playa y la piscina estaba muy bonito el lugar. Lo recomiendo"
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is AU$199 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$199
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,248 reviews)
"Fourth floor construction was being implemented right above my third floor room every day until 4 PM."
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort
1601 Gulf Of Mexico Drive Longboat Key FL
The price is AU$1,319 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$1,319
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Longboat Key. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and a private beach. Popular attractions St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"Staff in restaurants were somewhat accommodating. We asked to change our reservation from 2 to 4 people in the Riva restaurant. We were informed they could only take us at 8:10. We said ok, then the manager of Riva said no, not until 9:00 is there an open table. Then the concierge informed me he ..."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Lake Sarasota
Find the best Lake Sarasota areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lake Sarasota
Learn more about Lake Sarasota
Lido Key
Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.
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 theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Florida Studio Theatre.
Palmer Ranch
While there might not be top attractions in Palmer Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Sarasota Square.
Lake Sarasota Travel Guide
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- Family
- Runaway Bay Resort by BBG
- Bradenton Beach Hotels
- Caravan Parks in Bradenton
- 3
- 9 Mi to Beaches
- Flamingo Royale — Beach Luxury Resort
- Welcome to Shangri
- Ramon's COASTAL ESCAPE
- The "Love shack" Bungalow
- Villa Madeira
- B&B in Casey Key
- Cortez Hotels
- Cottages in Holmes Beach
- Pelican Place at The Nautilus · Tennis & Pickleball · Steps to Beach
- Ami Escape! Direct Beach Access
- Beachfront Escape at Martinique South
- Hidden Cove #4! Beachfront Townhouse with Gulf Views and Pool Access
- Style of the Isle within walking distance to the beach
- Hotels near IMG Academy
- Hilton Hotels in Lido Key
- New tiny house available in the country on a 5 acre motocross track MX
- Renovated Tranquil 3
- Osprey Hotels
- Keyt's Key
- Brownbunnyb&B — Immaculate Private Room in Picturesque Palmetto
- Ben's Bungalow by the Beach
- Casa Del Mar Longboat Key
- Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
- Inn at the Beach
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Sarasota
- Modern Coastal Home near Siesta Key and Downtown
- Sandy Shores Villa near Sieta Key and other beaches
- Sea Club I Beach Resort
- Sea Turtle
- Seaside at Anna Maria Island Inn
- Slice of Sarasota's paradise. Sarasota Waterfront
- The Mermaid at Tiny House Siesta
- The Resort at Longboat Key Club
- The Ringling Estate in Sarasota
- The Shiny Diamond in Sarasota. 10 minutes to SIESTA BEACH
- Tropical Beach Resorts
- Sarasota Hotels
- Beach Hotels in Siesta Key
- Coastal Breeze Siesta Entire 4
- Near Siesta Key Beach
- Gertrude's Siesta
- Gertrude's Siesta
- The Upper Deck in Siesta Key
- New LISTING! The Village Breeze (2 units) 4BR/4Bath Pool
- Siesta Key Hotels
- Terra Ceia Hotels
- Beach Hotels in Venice
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Venice
- Pet Friendly Hotels in Whitfield Estates
- Flights to Osprey
- Flights to Sarasota
- Flights to Siesta Key
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- Visit Clearwater Beach
- Visit Clearwater
- Visit Fort Myers
- John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
- Lido Beach
- Honeymoon Holiday Packages Lido Key
- Myakka River State Park
- Oscar Scherer State Park
- Visit Palm Harbor
- Visit Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
- Visit Saint Armands Key
- Sarasota Holidays
- Visit Sarasota
- Visit Seffner
- St. Armands Circle
- Visit St. Pete Beach
- Visit Bay Pines
- Visit Crescent Lake
- Visit Downtown Tampa
- Visit Ybor City
- Visit Tampa
