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, The Westin Sarasota is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Sarasota. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL and The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota .

How many hotels are there in the Central Sarasota area?

Expedia has 264 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?

You can catch a show at Sarasota Opera House, Florida Studio Theatre and Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe while in Central Sarasota. Marina Jack and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Lido Beach, Artisans' World Marketplace and Five Points Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central Sarasota. Selby Library and Bayfront Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Sarasota.

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

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Our top choices for Central Sarasota hotels

A spacious indoor area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

1. Kompose Boutique Hotel

5.2 km from Central Sarasota

Melissa

₹6,204 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a palm tree, and a view of the ocean.

2. Lido Beach Resort

Lido Key, 4.5 km from Central Sarasota

Faris

₹38,653 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A pool area with a waterfall feature, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

3. Tropical Beach Resorts

9.9 km from Central Sarasota

Alexander

₹17,123 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A beach with several beach chairs and umbrellas, a small table, and a few people relaxing.

4. Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites

7.5 km from Central Sarasota

Mark

₹20,145 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A bar with wooden decor, shelves of bottles, and a hanging light fixture.

5. Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

4.3 km from Central Sarasota

Marisol

₹7,699 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

6. Carlisle Inn

Pinecraft, 4.7 km from Central Sarasota

Carlos

₹14,706 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central bar area.

7. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

Central Sarasota

Quintin

₹17,687 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A stone pathway leading through a tropical garden with palm trees and a signboard.

8. Tropical Breeze Resort

7.3 km from Central Sarasota

James

₹18,021 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, hanging wicker chandeliers, and a view of the sea through large windows.

9. Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

22.9 km from Central Sarasota

Ernesto

₹16,443 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A rooftop terrace with a fire feature, seating area, and a view of the city skyline.

10. The Westin Sarasota

Central Sarasota

THANG

₹17,935 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A rock formation with a waterfall and a pool.

11. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

7.4 km from Central Sarasota

Austin

₹88,134 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean at sunset.

12. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

Central Sarasota

Loida

₹64,116 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A circular fire pit surrounded by a wooden pergola with cushioned seating and colorful pillows.

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport

6.8 km from Central Sarasota

Da thao

₹11,453 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire pit, string lights, and a mural.

14. Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

Central Sarasota

Tim

₹14,633 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

15. Cirque St. Armands Beachside

Lido Key, 4.7 km from Central Sarasota

Hope

₹30,769 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A beach with people sunbathing and swimming.

16. Siesta Key Beachside Villas

7.4 km from Central Sarasota

Cynthia

₹20,413 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fire feature.

17. voco Sarasota by IHG

Central Sarasota

Francisco

₹17,204 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious restaurant with wooden ceilings and large windows offering a view of the ocean. Tables are set with white chairs and dining ware.

18. Zota Beach Resort

12.8 km from Central Sarasota

Alejandra

₹26,960 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Two people sitting on a boat in the ocean at sunset.

19. Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport

5.1 km from Central Sarasota

Maria

₹10,719 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a wooden deck.

20. Siesta Key Palms Resort

8.9 km from Central Sarasota

Kenneth

₹10,527 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
The Westin Sarasota	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,170 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,021 reviews	View
voco Sarasota by IHG	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Sarasota	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View

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

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A well-manicured garden with palm trees, a fountain, and statues.

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A river with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with buildings in the background.

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