South Gate Ridge Travel Guide
Sarasota


Visit South Gate Ridge
Things to do

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour

Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island
Top hotels in South Gate Ridge

Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Wonderful property… super clean, great staff… the free breakfast was nice (but it’s the same food everyday.. they could do a little better with some food diversity and some fresh cut fruits)… it’s very close to the airport SRQ— but you cannot hear any planes in the room at all— very well sound proof. ..."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"We arrived at the hotel at 5 p.m. and were told we had to wait because they didn't have enough staff to clean the rooms, so we had to wait until after 6 p.m. to get into our room. It was very frustrating because we had just come from the beach covered in sand and saltwater and wanted to take a ..."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
"Clean room, friendly staff and great location."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Lido Beach Resort

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
"Overall would stay here again if needed. There was mold on a lamp in our room. The breakfast was mostly beagles, cereal and muffins."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Zota Beach Resort
"The day of check in , the staff was rude and she apparently don’t know her job"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in South Gate Ridge

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.

South Sarasota
Though South Sarasota may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Siesta Key Beach and The Landings.

Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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.

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




















