Fordville, FL

Sarasota

Photo by Bill Dillard
Photo by Bill Dillard

Popular places to visit

Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

Lido Beach

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Lido Beach
Mall at University Town Center

Mall at University Town Center

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall at University Town Center during your visit to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Mall at University Town Center
St. Armands Circle featuring a statue or sculpture

St. Armands Circle

Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers.

St. Armands Circle
Ringling Museum Complex showing a park

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

You can spend time studying the exhibits at John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art during your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium featuring signage

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Nice pathway in front of Goldstein Hall. This IS an art school so you will always see a continuously changing landscape of public art displayed around campus. #localgem

Ringling College of Art and Design

Walk around the campus at Ringling College of Art and Design as part of your travels around Sarasota. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and beautiful sunsets.

Ringling College of Art and Design

Fordville Hotel Deals

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₩80,363 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
₩80,363
₩107,493 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,231 reviews)
"Love the bed, linens, very clean and comfortable. Love the shower though be careful coz the drain is right below the shower and it's not flushed to the ground and can cause an accident. There are no drawers to hide your clothes but it's no biggie. There is only 1 functional elevator for the whole ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle, Siesta Key, FL
The price is ₩193,978 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
₩193,978
₩250,627 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,846 reviews)
"We stayed here and found it last minute. Check-in was easy and the room is completely renovated"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Tropical Beach Resorts
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₩249,082 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
₩249,082
₩316,057 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,054 reviews)
"I would not stay in a downtown hotel in Sarasota again. There was really nothing to do. Of course Lido Beach and St Armand’s Circle were near but not within walking distance. I would have liked to get up in the morning and walk somewhere. I also didn’t like paying $50/day parking but there was no ..."

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

The Westin Sarasota
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

3.5 out of 5
202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₩199,892 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
₩199,892
₩264,841 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,581 reviews)
"Great location. Delicious breakfast!"

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundable
The price is ₩109,150 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
₩109,150
₩123,339 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,076 reviews)
"MaiTai at the Bahi Hut a must"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway

3 out of 5
6600 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL
The price is ₩140,752 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
₩140,752
₩159,051 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,532 reviews)
"Nice property near Siesta Key with a nice pool. Enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
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Other neighborhoods around Fordville

We helped with the Grand Opening of the Time to Revive National Office in Sarasota. Time to Revive was started over 10 years ago in Dallas, Texas. In 2016 Time to Revive came to Sarasota for a week which turned into 4 weeks and 40 churches working together love and share the Gospel. The International leader and founder Kyle Martin shared a vision for attendees.

Fruitville

4.5/5(142 area reviews)

Restaurants, beaches, and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.

Fruitville
This 6-7 foot gator was hanging out on the Highlands course # 12 water hazard. My ball landed about eight feet away. So... Analyzing which club would be best for my shot AND self defense. We have alligators... if you visit Sarasota they will not be hard to find. Just go to any golf course or large water retention pond. #localgem

The Meadows

The Meadows is well-liked for its gardens and lake views. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Nathan Benderson Park and Mall at University Town Center are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

The Meadows
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Sarasota Springs

4/5(1 area review)

The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travelers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.

Sarasota Springs
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Pinecraft

4.5/5(242 area reviews)

While Pinecraft isn't home to many top sights, Sarasota Commons Shopping Center and Ed Smith Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pinecraft
Cheese Blintzes - Grilled crepes with cottage and ricotta cheeses, flavored with orange zest and served with homemade blueberry sour cream sauce and a side of cheesy potato casserole from the Broken Egg in Sarasota.

Bee Ridge

4.5/5(69 area reviews)

Bee Ridge is well-liked for many features, particularly its beaches, restaurants, and shopping. Though there might not be top sights in Bee Ridge, consider a stop by Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina, located nearby.

Bee Ridge
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Southgate

4/5(2 area reviews)

When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Sarasota Art Museum and Siesta Key Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Southgate

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