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

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Westin Sarasota	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,134 reviews	View
voco Sarasota by IHG	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,014 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,718 reviews	View

Where to stay in Central Sarasota

Find the best Central Sarasota areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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

Lido Key

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A cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings, palm trees, and a cloudy sky.

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.

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A sign for Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

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.

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A theater with a sign reading "Florida Studio Theatre" and a smaller sign for "Wednesday's Child Now Playing".

Downtown Sarasota

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

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A coastal cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a bridge, and a marina.

Southgate

While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tuttle Avenue Park and Siesta Key Beach.

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Top Central Sarasota Hotel Reviews

Zota Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at Zota Beach Resort was absolutely wonderful. Our fourth-floor room was spacious, spotless, and very comfortable, with a beautiful partial ocean view. The bed was heavenly, the restaurant dishes were delicious, and the cocktails were perfectly crafted. We also loved the pool and the resort’s direct beach access, but the breathtaking sunsets were the highlight of our stay. Walking barefoot along the shore and collecting seashells made our getaway truly unforgettable. Zota was peaceful, clean, and welcoming—perfect for a romantic escape. It exceeded our expectations, and we would definitely return!!! LizMar"

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

8/10 Good

"Everything else about my stay at the hotel was completely OK. The room and service were fine, but I am very unhappy with their unfair billing policy.At check-in, the front desk told me they were going to fully charge my card $150 instead of doing a standard temporary hold. Taking the money completely out of my account instead of just putting a pending hold on it is a terrible system. It ties up funds unnecessarily.While the rest of the stay was fine, this financial policy is very inconvenient. The hotel needs to use normal authorization holds like almost every other hotel does. Thanks"

Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

8/10 Good

"We only went to the Aloft to sleep when our condo building was out of A/C for a couple of days. We picked the Aloft because it is a 5 minute walk from our condo. The people at the desk were very friendly and fast for check in and check out. The location is also great for going to downtown restaurants. Would be better if they had a good breakfast. They have a dinner menu at the bar, but it's bar food, hamburgers and such. The room was spacious and worked well. I loved the easy to use alarm clock. The bathroom needs a night light for being able to find the toilet when you get up at night, or at least a light switch you can find in the dark."

Frequently asked questions

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.

How many hotels are there in the Central Sarasota area?

Expedia has 249 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.

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1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

2. The Westin Sarasota

3. THE RESERVE RETREAT

4. Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

5. voco Sarasota by IHG

6. The Sarasota Modern, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

8. Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

9. Americas Best Value Inn Sarasota Downtown

10. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

11. Pineapple Paradise 1 13 min to Beach Fire Pit

12. Kompose Boutique Hotel

13. Carlisle Inn

14. Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

15. DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Sarasota Bradenton

17. Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota Bradenton Airport

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Bradenton-Airport, FL

19. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

20. Comfort Suites Sarasota - Siesta Key

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Where to stay in Central Sarasota

Lido Key

South Sarasota

Palmer Ranch

Downtown Sarasota

Southgate

Top Central Sarasota Hotel Reviews

Zota Beach Resort

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