Saint Armands Key Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

St. Armands Circle
Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers.

Lido Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Mall at University Town Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall at University Town Center during your trip to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline.

Nathan Benderson Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Top hotels in Saint Armands Key

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Very nice, clean place to stay. Very close to a Walmart, CVS, and a laundromat. We also had a nice walk to a nearby residential area where we saw a group of wild peacocks. Also a very nice cozy Tiki Hut bar.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Need more elevators Update in suites - paint and walls beat up with marks
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Kompose Boutique Hotel
Hotel was easy accessed, clean , all immunities we needed, cost was great
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
The room was very clean and comfortable. Very short walk to the beach was awesome! Location was spot on. Better than the village which is an easy trolley ride away. A nice relaxing stay at a great price.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
This is the second year in a row we’ve stayed here and it’s fantastic! So close to everything and price is great!! Staff is very friendly and welcoming. Only wish the breakfast was a little better.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Lido Beach Resort
I loved all the beautiful little nooks and conversation places where one could read quietly or meet a friend or sip coffee, feeling like this stylish and comfortable place belonged to just you. The fire tables were so welcome on chilly mornings and the indoor/oudoor places to have breakfast were ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Saint Armands Key

Bird Key
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bird Key and surrounding area, you can visit Lido Beach and South Lido Park.

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.

Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.

Arlington Park
Though Arlington Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack.

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

Indian Beach Sapphire Shores
While visiting Indian Beach Sapphire Shores, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Jungle Gardens and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.
