The Best Hotels Closest to Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium in Sarasota for 2026

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A rooftop terrace with a fire feature, seating area, and a view of the city skyline.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and booths.

A modern lobby with a vertical garden, seating area, and a bar.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

1. The Westin Sarasota

3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Racheal

₩193,373

₩251,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean at sunset.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, elegant seating, and a reflective floor.

A spacious dining area with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view of the ocean.

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

2.9 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Adriana

₩719,714

₩900,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a palm tree, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with white chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple dining tables, and large windows offering a view of the sea.

A bar area with wooden furniture and hanging lights, overlooking a pool and beach area.

3. Lido Beach Resort

Lido Key, 2.5 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Faris

₩426,726

₩543,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central bar area.

A table with a bottle of wine, two glasses of wine, a bowl of butter, and slices of bread on a wooden board.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small table, and a desk with a lamp.

A spacious indoor area with a bar, seating, and large windows offering a view of the sunset.

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

3.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Andrea

₩186,548

₩248,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved orange sofa, green walls, and a large chandelier.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

5. Cirque St. Armands Beachside

Lido Key, 2.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Genea

₩308,266

₩401,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A beach with people relaxing and sunbathing, a path leading to the water, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a wall mural of palm trees and a beach.

A parking lot with a clear sky, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A two-story building with a staircase and a balcony.

6. Lido Islander Inn

Lido Key, 2.2 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Daniel

₩213,713

₩241,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A coastal resort with beachfront properties, a sandy beach, and a marina.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a view of the beach.

A modern outdoor bar area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.

7. The Resort at Longboat Key Club

1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Ronald

₩604,417

₩759,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative wall art.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front yard with palm trees.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

8. Carlisle Inn

8.3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Carlos

₩179,358

₩202,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern outdoor lounge area with a circular fire pit surrounded by comfortable seating, a pergola overhead, and a view of the interior space.

A modern lounge area with a curved seating arrangement, a marble floor, and a decorative ceiling.

A buffet setup with various food items and a glass display case with bottles.

A modern hotel with a prominent "Homewood Suites" sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area with parking.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

13.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Rostawny

₩175,510

₩198,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit and cushioned sofas.

A hotel entrance with a red and yellow sign, palm trees, and a parking lot.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel reception area with a counter, a minibar, and a refrigerator displaying 'really cold' and 'cold' signs.

10. Home2 Suites Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge, FL

13.9 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Marcus

₩134,668

₩152,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a grill, and lush tropical plants.

A gym with cardio machines, a rowing machine, and a bench.

A kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a granite countertop.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and two lamps.

11. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Fruitville, 12.6 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Julie

₩147,604

₩174,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and chairs, featuring hanging light fixtures and a large flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, tables, and hanging light fixtures.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a brick wall.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch

13.9 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Christopher

₩164,471

₩185,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A spacious indoor area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

A hotel corridor with wooden paneling, large windows, and a view of a pool area.

Two lounge chairs with striped cushions, a wooden bench, and a decorative metal plant structure.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

13. Kompose Boutique Hotel

6.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Barry

₩51,560

₩87,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Two children in a swimming pool with water splashing around them.

A spacious, modern living area with a herringbone wood floor, a dining area with a herringbone pattern, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A breakfast bar with a variety of food items, a coffee machine, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and weight machines.

14. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

8.7 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Michael

₩148,075

₩167,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a grey sofa with patterned cushions, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A narrow concrete pathway flanked by white walls, leading to a lush green area with palm trees and a small grassy patch.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and windows with curtains.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a round coffee table, and a sofa.

15. SeaSpray Resort

7.3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Isabel

₩301,670

₩340,887 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the sea.

A hotel with a rooftop pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding cityscape.

A modern hotel with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A long dining table set with multiple candles, vases, and floral arrangements.

16. Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Downtown Sarasota, 3.2 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Arta

₩181,729

₩247,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a sofa, a small table with a plant, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern bar area with a counter, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a fruit display.

A modern building with the sign "HYATT PLACE" indicating a hotel.

17. Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

14.4 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Roger

₩170,960

₩193,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A spacious living room with a dining area, a fireplace, and a large window.

A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

18. Siesta Key Inn

10.5 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Mary Ellen

₩288,437

₩365,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A rock formation with a waterfall and a pool.

A beachside dining setup with wicker chairs and tables set for a meal, featuring floral centerpieces and candles.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with a vase, and a view of the sunset over the ocean.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a long pier extending into turquoise waters, and a beach with rows of umbrellas.

19. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

4.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

William

₩1,008,259

₩1,238,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating area, and a covered section with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

A modern kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.

A hotel lobby with a kitchenette area, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'cold' and 'really cold' sections.

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lakewood Ranch

14.4 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Patricia

₩158,952

₩179,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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Compare popular hotels close to Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Westin Sarasota	9.2 Wonderful 1,141 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota	9.2 Wonderful 1,020 reviews	View
Lido Beach Resort	9.2 Wonderful 1,021 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL	8.8 Excellent 1,742 reviews	View
Cirque St. Armands Beachside	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View

Top Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Cirque St. Armands Beachside

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent overall!"

THE RESERVE RETREAT

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the quiet location."

Lido Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Peaceful. Classy. Enjoyable. Adult pool and kids pool."

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

10/10 Excellent

"Having a clean, comfortable and visually appealing place to relax and sleep on a weekend getaway or vacation is a crucial part to enjoying your trip, and this place checked the boxes. I booked this resort based on the pictures and reviews online, and the reviews didn't lie. The property is very clean and up to date. The view from our room balcony overlooking the pool area gives a beautiful island vibe. The staff was friendly and helpful. They allowed me an early courtesy check in. Check out can be done via text messge, with no need to return to the front desk. The location is convenient to the beaches and local restaurants. There is also a Neighborhood Walmart close by for any items you may need during your stay. Overall we enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay there again."

Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice hotel clean breakfast really good"

The Westin Sarasota

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente"

voco Sarasota by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Second time staying at Voco within last month and BEYOND pleased. Staff is amazing! Jake, Fefe and Barry especially. Excited to see the renovations. Thank you for making our stay exceptional."

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Came for anniversary weekend. They delivered free champagne and chocolate covered strawberries with a card and gave us free breakfast, parking, drinks. It was a great time. We will be coming back."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Muy cerca del downtown, y staff muy agradable y hospitalario."

Other attractions near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

A white heron standing on a tree branch with Spanish moss.

Quick Point Nature Reserve

8.4/10 (43 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Quick Point Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Longboat Key. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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A statue in a plaza with palm trees, a building with a red-tiled roof, and a white building with a green awning.

St. Armands Circle

9.4/10 (5,556 reviews)

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.

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Causeway Park

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

Causeway Park is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Sarasota BayWalk

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Sarasota BayWalk, a lovely green space in Sarasota. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club

9.0/10 (40 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Longboat Key at Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Links on Longboat

8.6/10 (62 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Longboat Key at Links on Longboat. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Coolidge Park

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Coolidge Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium?

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is located in an area of Sarasota known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 29 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium?

The Resort at Longboat Key Club is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a marina and a full-service spa. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. Other good choices within 5 miles include Lido Beach Resort and Cirque St. Armands Beachside.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium?

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What can I see and do near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium?

You'll want to browse the collections at John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Powel Crosley Estate, and Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy. You can check out the local talent at Sarasota Opera House, Sarasota Ballet, and Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center. Local parks like Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Sarasota BayWalk, and South Lido Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium hotels

1. The Westin Sarasota

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

3. Lido Beach Resort

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

5. Cirque St. Armands Beachside

6. Lido Islander Inn

7. The Resort at Longboat Key Club

8. Carlisle Inn

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

10. Home2 Suites Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge, FL

11. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch

13. Kompose Boutique Hotel

14. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

15. SeaSpray Resort

16. Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

17. Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

18. Siesta Key Inn

19. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lakewood Ranch

Compare popular hotels close to Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Top Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Cirque St. Armands Beachside

THE RESERVE RETREAT

Lido Beach Resort

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport

The Westin Sarasota

voco Sarasota by IHG

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

Other attractions near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Quick Point Nature Reserve

St. Armands Circle

Causeway Park

Sarasota BayWalk

Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club

Links on Longboat

Coolidge Park

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