Pinecraft 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 beautiful beaches 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 Pinecraft

Carlisle Inn
This hotel was immaculate, couldn’t fault it. Staff were very friendly and the free cookies offered at the front desk were delicious, breakfast was great too, lots of choices.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Kompose Boutique Hotel
A refurbished old office building but still an acceptable place to stay
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Great property. Would stay here again!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
Great place to stay. Enjoyed the close beach access and place was clean.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
The pool was very enjoyable. The staff were excellent and very accommodating.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Azul Resort Siesta Key
Beautiful place. Check out is at 10 - a bit early. I asked to stay a couple hours in the parking spot so we could go to the beach. It was affirmative and we left 2 hours later, which is the time that was relayed. Then I was charged $11.25. That was not relayed that there would be a charge.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pinecraft

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.

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.

Fruitville
Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.

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 Gate Ridge
South Gate Ridge is well liked for its churches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.

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.
