The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Relaxing Beach Access
“The beach area was superb, with plenty of space to relax and enjoy the sun without the crowds.” view full review
Delicious Meals
“The food at the on-site restaurant was truly good, offering a range of dishes that satisfied all our cravings.” view full review
Accessible Comfort
“The elevator access made it easy to reach our room on the second floor, enhancing our overall comfort.” view full review
Cozy Gulf View
“Our room featured a stunning Gulf view and a spacious balcony, providing the perfect spot to unwind.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Private beach
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Table tennis
Services
Free shuttle service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Dining
Poolside snack bar
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Board games
Spa & Leisure
Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Shallow end
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Sink
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
1540 Ben Franklin Drive,
Sarasota,
Florida,
United States,
34236,
Florida
Map view
1540 Ben Franklin Drive,
Sarasota,
Florida,
United States,
34236,
Florida
City landmarks
Mall
Saint Armands Circle
2.0
km
Beach
Lido Key Beach
620 m
Aquarium
Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium
3.3
km
Park
South Lido County Park
760 m
Coolidge Park
1.1
km
Park
Ted Sperling Park
760 m
Big Sarasota Pass
780 m
Benjamin Franklin Dr
South Lido Key Beach Park on the Gulf
670 m
Parking area
Siesta Key Beach
4.7
km
190 Taft Dr
So. Lido Nature Park Kayak Launch
650 m
2150 Benjamin Franklin Dr
Lido public beach
700 m
2201 Benjamin Franklin Dr
Lido S Park
690 m
Beach
South Lido Beach
700 m
Beach
Lido Key
1.3
km
1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy
Mote Marine Laboratory
3.3
km
Gulf of Mexico
Public beach
1.3
km
Garden
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
4.0
km
St. Armand's Key
1.7
km
Gallery
Clyde Butcher St Armands Gallery
1.6
km
John Ringling
2.0
km
Church
St. Armands Key Lutheran Church
1.9
km
101 Bird Key Drive
Bird Key Park
2.7
km
946 Siesta Drive
Nora Patterson Bay Island Park
2.4
km
Island
Edwards Islands
2.6
km
Gallery
The Gallery on Siesta Key
3.1
km
Beach
Big Edwards Island
2.5
km
Bay Island
11.7
km
Beach
Shell Beach
12.5
km
Nearby
South Lido Park
0 m
Restaurants
Candlelight Restaurant and Lounge
10 m
1540 Benjamin Franklin Dr
Ridley's Porch
490 m
1234 Benjamin Franklin Dr Ritz Beach Club On Lido Key
Lido Key Tiki Bar & Public Beach
490 m
1234 Benjamin Franklin Dr Public Beach at Ritz Carlton Beach Club
Drift Kitchen & Bar
910 m
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
68%
liked the hotel and would stay again
accessible location
excellent service
outdated place
high price
6.8/10
Nice
Rooms
6.6
Location
7.9
Service
8.1
Dining
6.0
Guest reviews
6.8/10
based on 7 reviews
3.5/5
based on 1811 reviews
6.6
6.6/10 based on 977 reviews
#41 of 61 hotels in Sarasota based on Tripadvisor
John
United Kingdom,
May
2024
7.8/10
The hotel needs a refresh in terms of decor and maintenance, but our stay was enjoyable overall. The rooms were dark and felt old, needing urgent upgrades, yet they were quite cozy. The service provided by Carly was exceptional, always with a friendly smile and prompt assistance. The location of the hotel was perfect, right by the beach and not overcrowded. Dining was satisfactory but a bit pricey for what was offered.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms are in need of an upgrade but were cozy and comfortable.
Service
9.0
Carly provided excellent and friendly service throughout our stay.
Location
9.0
The location is superb, right on the beautiful beach and close to shopping areas.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfactory, but slightly overpriced for the options available.
Facilities
The hotel offers a good range of facilities for a comfortable stay.
Peter
United Kingdom,
April
2024
6.4/10
The hotel is located near Lido beach and town, offering easy accessibility to parks. The rooms, although a bit warm due to being over the parking garage, were clean and provided more comfort than our initial room. The service, from various staff members like restaurant and maintenance, was excellent. The outdated location, reminiscent of a 50s family resort, was a downside despite its proximity to the beach. The dining experience in the hotel's patio cafe left something to be desired. Overall, the place has a throwback vibe but comes with a hefty price tag.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were a bit warm at 75 degrees due to the location over the parking garage but offered more comfort than our first room.
Service
9.0
The service, from check-in to dining and maintenance staff, was excellent all around the place.
Location
6.0
The location was a mix of positives and negatives; accessible to parks and Lido beach, but the resort seemed old and overpriced for its offering.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience, including breakfast in the patio cafe, didn't meet expectations and seemed to reflect the overall tired vibe of the place.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were lacking modern updates and felt like a throwback to a different era at a high cost.
accessible location
outdated place
Sheila
United Kingdom,
January
2024
6.6/10
The hotel is in a great location right on the Gulf, offering a wonderful beachfront experience. The rooms, though spacious and with a balcony, appeared dated and in need of repairs. The service was efficient, but the mandatory 18% tip added to purchases affected the overall friendliness. The location is excellent for beach lovers, but those seeking action might find it a bit far. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were spacious with a balcony, but showed signs of age and needed repairs.
Service
7.0
The service was efficient but impacted by the mandatory 18% tip added to all purchases.
Location
8.0
The hotel is perfectly situated right on the Gulf with a beautiful beach, ideal for those seeking a relaxing coastal getaway.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience had both positive and negative points, with some dishes being enjoyable but others causing discomfort.
Facilities
The facilities were functional, but improvements could enhance the overall guest experience.
beachfront
dated rooms
James
United States,
December
2023
7.4/10
The hotel's location right next to the beach is fantastic, and it's close to various attractions. The rooms, while spacious, could use some updating. The service was excellent, except for a minor issue at breakfast, which was outstanding. The beachfront location is superb, although there might be construction nearby. The dining options were good but slightly pricy. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvements.
Rooms
7.0
The deluxe room was significant in size with separate rooms and a large bathroom featuring a jacuzzi bath, although it needs a serious update. There was a bit of a musty smell, and the air conditioning was noisy, prompting a room change late at night due to a neighboring guest smoking cannabis.
Service
9.0
The service was overall accommodating and excellent, particularly the sports facilities. The morning buffet was outstanding, with a minor exception. Services like dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and shuttle services were satisfactory.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location right on the beach with two pools is fabulous, just a short walk away from St Armand's Circle. The beachfront view is amazing, but there were some construction vehicles and orange fencing nearby, slightly impacting the experience.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, with available breakfast options and the option to dine in-room, although the breakfast could be more varied. The restaurant offered awesome dishes, but they were a bit pricey.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were decent, but the hotel needs updating, especially the rooms. The pools and beach access provided a pleasant experience for guests.
beachfront location
noisy air conditioning
Emil
United States,
July
2023
7.8/10
The hotel's rooms, though clean, are a bit outdated and could use some improvements. The service was excellent and welcoming, with helpful staff all around. The location right on the beach was perfect but had some disappointments. The dining options were good but seemed overpriced. Overall, a solid choice for a stay with some room for enhancements.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean but still a bit dated, needing some major updates.
Service
9.0
The staff took wonderful care of us and were very helpful and welcoming throughout our stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's beachfront location was excellent, providing a perfect setting despite some disappointment.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall, but the prices seemed a bit high for the offerings.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers a good range of facilities and amenities to enhance the stay.
Joseph
United States,
June
2023
6.6/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were uncomfortable without a view, and they charged extra for a microwave. However, they were kept clean and stocked daily. The service was excellent, especially at the front desk, but the hidden cost of the breakfast buffet was a letdown. The location was impeccable right by the ocean, but the parking garage was a hassle. The dining was decent, but not exceptional. Overall, it had its ups and downs.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were uncomfortable, lacking a view and charging extra for a microwave. Despite the drawbacks, they were cleaned and restocked daily.
Service
8.0
The service was great, especially at the front desk. Staff were attentive and readily available, but the surprise cost of the breakfast buffet was disappointing.
Location
7.0
The location was perfect, right on the ocean, offering a stunning view. However, parking was a bit inconvenient and messy in the garage.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was decent, but nothing extraordinary especially with the repetitive breakfast options. The pricing was unexpectedly high for the breakfast buffet.
Facilities
7.0
clean
uncomfortable
Henry
United Kingdom,
June
2023
6.8/10
The hotel had bright, clean rooms; however, they were not very impressive for a resort, especially with carpeted floors in a beach area. The price of $300 a night didn't seem justified. The service was a mix of exceptionally friendly interactions and some instances of not-so-friendly attitudes, particularly considering the added 18% tip. The location was wonderful, directly on the Gulf with a lovely beach, offering easy access to kayak launches and free shuttles to nearby attractions. The dining experience varied from delicious to cold and stale, with some dishes not meeting expectations. Overall, the facilities were satisfactory, though there were occasional disappointments. The Wi-Fi didn't come free, which felt like an added expense for the value provided.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and organized, but not very nice for a resort, and the carpeted floors weren't preferable for a beachfront location.
Service
6.0
The service was a mix of exceptionally friendly and accommodating interactions alongside some instances of unfriendliness, especially with the mandatory 18% tip.
Location
9.0
The location was wonderful, directly on the Gulf with a beautiful beach and convenient access to kayak launches and free shuttles to nearby attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining options ranged from delicious to disappointing, with some dishes not meeting expectations and coming at a high price.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate, with occasional letdowns in certain areas.
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