Activities
The Highlands Golf Course
Looking to squeeze in 18 holes in the sunshine state? Check out this public course!
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
The Ringling Brothers are deeply embedded in Sarasota history. Learn more at their museum! The beautiful grounds include an art museum, a history of the circus museum, miles of walking paths, and the Ca' d'Zan ("house of John"), built and inhabited by the Ringling Brothers.
LeBarge Tropical Cruises
See Sarasota from the water with a cruise steps from the hotels!
Lido Key Beach, Sarasota FL
Easy access by free trolley (runs every day from 8am-12am; app to track: The Bay Runner), Uber, or shared scooters. Some of the hotels also provide free bikes and beach chairs. In addition to the beautiful beach, just a few blocks away sits the town of St. Armand’s with cute shops and great places for lunch.
Siesta Key Beach
The 8-mile-long island, which is just a short bridge crossing west of Sarasota, boasts stunning quartz-sand beaches and an array of outdoor recreation opportunities, from fishing to parasailing.
Rosemary And Thyme
We spent New Year's Eve at this fabulous restaurant and recommend it for dinner! Best dirty martini in Sarasota.
C'est La Vie - Pastries Breakfast & Dinner
Best breakfast and pastries in Sarasota, just a few blocks from most of the hotels. It is the perfect start to Saturday morning, and right next to the downtown farmers’ market!
1592 | Wood Fired Kitchen & Cocktails
Great place to sit outside and enjoy dinner on Main Street!
Clasico Italian Chophouse
A short walk from the hotels, a great place for pizza and pasta!
Mediterraneo
A family favorite on Christmas Eve!
KOJO
Great spot for Asian food!
Siesta Key Summer House Steak & Seafood
Great spot if you are willing to hop in an Uber and head to Siesta Key
Walt's Fish Market Restaurant
Our favorite spot for stone crab and seafood. This gem doesn't take reservations and is about a 15 minute uber from downtown.