Downtown Sarasota, FL
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Popular places to visit
Sarasota Opera House
Here, 1920s style meets 21st-century luxury in a fully restored Mediterranean Revival opera house and cultural institution, complete with its own opera company.
Florida Studio Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Florida Studio Theatre on your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Nathan Benderson Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Downtown Sarasota Hotel Deals
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Yes, the room was very clean. I loooved the comfy robes. The lighting could be better. I loved the coffee bar and the all the drawers. I did not like the headboard on the bed, very ugly and was damaged. Nice big desk, another chair would be great for two people if they want to eat in the room. I ...
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Staff was great…room was spotless. Breakfast was great.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Nice staff
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
It was perfect location it was beautiful clean hotel I would definitely at least stay there again
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Shower water never hot enough
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
Lido Beach Resort
It’s a great place
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries, and theaters are some highlights of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring.
Arlington Park
Arlington Park might not have many top sights, but Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bird Key
While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Saint Armands Key
Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travelers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Pinecraft
While Pinecraft isn't home to many top sights, Bobby Jones Golf Complex and Ed Smith Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
