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

A modern lobby with a vertical garden, comfortable seating, and a geometric light fixture.

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

1. The Westin Sarasota

3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

THANG

₩197,339

₩257,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

A beach with a thatched-roof structure, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

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

Loida

₩724,611

₩906,905 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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 coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach with sun loungers, and clear blue waters.

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

₩435,479

₩554,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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

A modern indoor pool with clear views of the city skyline, large windows, and a spacious lounge area.

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

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

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

3.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Quintin

₩190,374

₩253,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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

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

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

Hope

₩351,023

₩450,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by various plants and trees.

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

₩200,787

₩226,888 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

A dining area with tables set for service, large windows offering views of palm trees and the beach, and a ceiling with wooden beams and recessed lighting.

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

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

7. The Resort at Longboat Key Club

1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Sergio

₩594,977

₩748,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a desk.

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

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

8. Carlisle Inn

Pinecraft, 8.3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Beth

₩191,046

₩215,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 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.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

13.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Janine

₩229,046

₩258,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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 breakfast bar with a 'Good Morning' sign, a 'Inspired Table' sign, and various breakfast items and utensils.

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

Shiellha May

₩132,250

₩149,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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.

11. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Fruitville, 12.6 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Julie

₩135,991

₩161,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch

13.9 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Christopher

₩165,591

₩187,118 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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.

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

13. Kompose Boutique Hotel

6.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Melissa

₩52,617

₩88,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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.

A dining area with a table set for six, wooden cabinets, a kitchen in the background, and a window with blinds.

14. Siesta Key Inn

10.5 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Mary Ellen

₩154,396

₩195,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

A modern outdoor patio with seating, planters, and a pergola.

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.

15. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

8.7 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

mohammed

₩148,609

₩167,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black countertop, and a framed sign on the wall.

16. SeaSpray Resort

7.3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Michelle Suzanne

₩303,723

₩343,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, large windows, and a covered walkway.

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

17. Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

14.4 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

donna

₩188,387

₩212,877 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and hanging lights.

A modern hotel reception area with a circular desk, multiple computer monitors, and a large flat-screen TV.

A modern hotel with a multi-story structure, large windows, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.

A snack bar with a variety of snacks and drinks, a microwave, and a sign that says "eat, sip, and then some."

18. Tru By Hilton Bradenton I-75, FL

16.3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Lisa

₩127,398

₩143,960 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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 modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

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

19. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

4.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Austin

₩1,015,120

₩1,246,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a sign for 'HOME 2 Suites by Hilton', and a building number '6015'.

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

₩158,833

₩179,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Compare popular hotels close to Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Westin Sarasota	9.2 Wonderful 1,162 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota	9.2 Wonderful 1,021 reviews	View
Lido Beach Resort	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL	8.8 Excellent 1,746 reviews	View
Cirque St. Armands Beachside	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Top Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

8/10 Good

"The Well Bourbon was really cheap, I expected something nicer from Embassy. At breakfast there were no jars with ice water I had to use the water setting on the lemonade dispenser."

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

10/10 Excellent

"Vintage."

Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

10/10 Excellent

"patient staff helped resolve my checkin mishap"

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

10/10 Excellent

"St Regis Longboat Key is nothing short of amazing. The epitome of 5 star luxury. The property is absolutely beautiful and well maintained. The staff is exceptional at hospitality. They just get it. I’ve stayed at a lot of 5 star resorts and St Regis is one of the absolute BEST! It’s the small details of how they cater to you from the moment you drive on the property. Smooth transition from arrival, to check in, to check out. What stood out the most to me, which is something so simple, but they have the best turndown service of any hotel brand. I would recommend 100x and I cannot wait to return"

voco Sarasota by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The service was wonderful"

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

10/10 Excellent

"We love the hospitality and everyone was so kind. It has been an extraordinary experience with all the staff at The Ritz Charlton. Thank You!!!"

The Resort at Longboat Key Club

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful beach place to stay"

THE RESERVE RETREAT

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent room above the Italian restaurant! A little of the camaraderie in the restaurant as diners discussed the evening didn’t bother me, but just be aware if you’re put right above the restaurant there is a little noise. The other rooms out lying on the property would not have this. My room was very well appointed and spacious as well as the bathroom. Would stay here again!"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The location was convinient and the staff were super friendly. The breakfast was real good. They also accept dogs."

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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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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 27 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 The Westin Sarasota and Cirque St. Armands Beachside.

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

Expedia has 27 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.

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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 Causeway 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. Siesta Key Inn

15. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

16. SeaSpray Resort

17. Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

18. Tru By Hilton Bradenton I-75, FL

19. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lakewood Ranch

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Top Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

voco Sarasota by IHG

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

The Resort at Longboat Key Club

THE RESERVE RETREAT

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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