Fordville, FL
Sarasota
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fordville Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
The onsite restaurant was less than desirable. It took them 45min to get us our dinner and were a bit unorganized. Rooms were nice and clean and the property was well maintained.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Husband sunk into bed/ almost rolled off in the middle of the night due to how sunk down the beds are. Condition of the property is okay, definitely could use updating (cracks in bathroom tile).
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
It’s was a nice place to stay so close to beach and free shuttle to the village
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Azul Resort Siesta Key
The room was clean and new. The location was perfect. However the shower was flooding the bathroom to the point where it was reaching the threshold into the room. I contacted the staff who sent a maintenace person. The said the shower was missing some kind of gasket. I also think it was not draining ...
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Tropical Breeze Resort
Really nice stay. Everyone was super friendly and room was clean. I love that they give beach chairs, beach towels, beach toys for kids, and bikes for free!! Perfect 3 day stay.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Amazing staff. Unfortunately Tub backed up & pool drinks were overpriced, no clean pool towels in bin first evening, hot tub jets didn’t work.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Fordville
Fruitville
Restaurants, beaches, and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.
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.
Sarasota Springs
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.
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.
Bee Ridge
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.
Southgate
When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
