Southgate hotel guide. Motel 6 hotel in Southgate, Sarasota

"I was a little surprised by the reviews vs my own experience. The one thing I was super happy about was proximity to the airport. The rooms are nice and very spacious; however a couple things that turned me off quite a bit. 1) breakfast being $7 a day per person is absolutely wild. Also- the Expedia website (where I booked) states breakfast is included for up to four people. Add to that- they charge $5 a day for parking. The hotel, charges YOU to park where you PAID for a room. Guys, nickel and diming after we are already spending $150 a night? Gross. Greedy. Needless to say I didn’t eat their breakfast so can’t comment on that. But if you’re gonna boast about your breakfast- make it included. That’s so tacky. Last thing, my room was cleaned once in 4 days. Fine whatever, but, at least sweep or vacuum? Sand and hair were everywhere. I had to clean up the floor myself at least twice. I was also hoping I’d sleep well with the sign asking people to be quiet after 10- no such luck there either."

"Great location on beach with convenient lounge chairs and umbrellas. Kids also loved the new pool. Many restaurants within walking distance but they get crowded. Our 2nd visit there and will be back in future."

"Amazing property. Extremely clean, everything felt brand new. The beach club is the best part of the stay! Very relaxing, quiet place to stay. The staff greeted us every time we left in the morning and when we would come back later in the day. I especially appreciated that the elevators had a nice security touch and you cannot click your room floor unless you scan your guest key card. Loved that! Highly recommend this property."

"I absolutely loved this resort. It’s in the heart of everything and the rooms were so cozy and clean. Can’t wait to go back! "

"Rooms still reeked of cigarette smoke, even though they are 100% against it. Whatever place this was before them clearly allowed smoking in the rooms. You know how putrid that can be, once a room is smoked in, it'll never be the same. Room keys unprogrammed themselves every morning so we had to go back to the front desk to have them programmed again. Very inconvenient. Shower was sufficient, water flow was strong! Nice surprise. Bed was TOO SOFT. Very plush and uncomfy. Can feel where other's have slept in because there were springs that were obviously too compressed. Barely slept. The Tiki bar was cute, small area, but the patio where the entertainment is was fairly large. Good selection of drinks! Bartenders were fun and personable. Just remember, you're on camera at the bar so behave yourselves! Overall, decent place, great price."

"Loved the hotel, pool, staff and location"

"A would love to say our stay was terrible to keep this hidden gem to ourselves but can not lie Hotel was one of the nicest cleanest quiet facilities I have ever stayed Every one of the staff was absolutely great and plan on utilizing as a long term stay option is in the hub of everything"

"I stayed in the motel section, as it was the only room available and it was very clean and nice modern elevated style. The Drift Kotchen and bar is beautiful with great views. The service was very good all around. "

"Akin to a motel 8. Really unhygienic, loud despite promising quiet rooms, and terribly inconsiderate, rude staff. "