Fordville Travel Guide
Sarasota
Popular places to visit
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.
St. Armands Circle
When you visit St. Armands Circle, a favourite shopping spot in Sarasota, you can browse for souvenirs. Stroll along the seaside 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
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium during your holiday to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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 Fordville
Kompose Boutique Hotel
My flight was cancelled by the airline. My reservation has passed the cancellation period, but the hotel staff cancelled my reservation with a full refund. Very nice and very friendly. Will definitely try to stay here again next time.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Nice !!!!
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Very nice property: private access to beach plus new pool that was very aesthetically appealing, good bed, kitchen had what we needed. Mgmt was quick to respond when the shower door slider on bottom came off. Location was perfect: 3 plus mile walk to town for exercise but also took the tips only ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Tropical Breeze Resort
Wonderful location.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Azul Resort Siesta Key
No ocean view. Nice pool view
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
We had black mold in the ceiling and we were told that they could not move us. It was the second night when they were willing to move us. At the rate we paid we should have be offered another property if they didn’t have availability.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fordville
Fruitville
Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.
The Meadows
The gardens and lake views are a few reasons travellers visit The Meadows. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Nathan Benderson Park and Mall at University Town Center are a few top sights nearby.
Sarasota Springs
The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.
Pinecraft
While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bobby Jones Golf Complex and Ed Smith Stadium.
Bee Ridge
Notable for its beaches, restaurants and shopping, Bee Ridge is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Sarasota. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.
Southgate
While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach.
