The Best Hotels in Central Sarasota, Sarasota - 2026 Updated Prices

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Westin Sarasota	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,150 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,010 reviews	View
voco Sarasota by IHG	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,679 reviews	View

Where to stay in Central Sarasota

Find the best Central Sarasota areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A beach lifeguard tower with a flag, a rescue sign, and people walking on the sand.

Lido Key

Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.

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A cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings, palm trees, and a cloudy sky.

South Sarasota

While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.

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A theater with a sign reading "Florida Studio Theatre" and a smaller sign for "Wednesday's Child Now Playing".

Downtown Sarasota

While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Florida Studio Theatre.

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A sign for Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Palmer Ranch

While there might not be top attractions in Palmer Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Sarasota Square.

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A sidewalk with shops, palm trees, and a brick pathway.

Saint Armands Key

Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

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Top Central Sarasota Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport

10/10 Excellent

"I would have liked an outdoor pool"

Kompose Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Hotel is very clean and the decoration is gorgeous. The room was really cute and decorated with a modern style. Beautiful. The pool and jacuzzi are very nice. Breakfast was great and tasty. Also we ate at the Hotel Restaurant and food was delicious and the waitress was very friendly and nice. Check in and out was smooth . Location was perfect and close to the Sarasota Mall, Restaurants and great beaches. Me and my daughter loved it so much. We recommend it one hundred percent."

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay. Great location and a quick drive over the bridge to Anna Maria Island. Breakfast was surprisingly good. Beds and pillows were comfortable. We really enjoyed our balcony marina view and spotted manatees! The pool was a good size and not too crowded with attentive pool side service. Our check-in staff was friendly, and had great energy and very welcoming. That really helped set the positive tone for our stay. However, the staff at check-out was not as friendly, distracted (even though I was the only person at the desk with her) and offered no verbal niceties."

Tropical Beach Resorts

10/10 Excellent

"Super helpful on check in gave me all the local info I needed to know and everything about the property. Clean, great amenities, so close to the beach with great access I think was a private access road, new pool was lovely, very refreshing in the heat!! Staff friendly and helpful. Just all round great experience!"

Carlisle Inn

10/10 Excellent

"My father and I spent 3 nights at the Carisle this past week. We were both so pleasantly surprised with the hotel. The staff were friendly and extremely helpful, the rooms were large, clean and comfortable, the breakfast was delicious, the gym had everything we needed and the evening cookies were amazing. We are recommending this hotel to anyone coming to Sarasota for a visit!"

Frequently asked questions

What is Central Sarasota like?

Central Sarasota is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its gardens, cycling and art scene. Are you looking for Central Sarasota travel tips? Make sure that you visit Sarasota Opera House and Marina Jack while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Central Sarasota?

Based on our traveller data, Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Sarasota. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Westin Sarasota and The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

How many hotels are there in the Central Sarasota area?

Expedia has 245 hotels and other accommodation options in Central Sarasota to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Sarasota area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Sarasota, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Central Sarasota.

What can I see and do in this Sarasota neighbourhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Central Sarasota, consider Artisans' World Marketplace, Bay Isles Shopping Center and Merchants Pointe Shopping Center, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Sarasota Opera House and Marina Jack are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle are some popular places to visit in the area around Central Sarasota. Five Points Park and Selby Library are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Sarasota.

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

The Westin Sarasota

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

voco Sarasota by IHG

The Sarasota Modern, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport

Carlisle Inn

Holiday Inn Express Sarasota East - I-75 by IHG

Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport

Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Bradenton

Hampton Inn Ellenton/Bradenton

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Venice

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

Home2 Suites Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge, FL

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Where to stay in Central Sarasota

Lido Key

South Sarasota

Downtown Sarasota

Palmer Ranch

Saint Armands Key

Top Central Sarasota Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport

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