Glen Oaks 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
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at St. Armands Circle during your trip to Sarasota. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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.
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.
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 Glen Oaks
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Dinner at the bistro was ok after an hour wait with hardly anyone else there.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Great place to start a tropical getaway. Very nice decorations and easy access to many family friendly places!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Everything was great
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Liked being a low key Florida destination and the closeness to the beach. Really liked the newer pool. Staff very accommodating.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Azul Resort Siesta Key
Very clean, amazing location for us with great restaurants near by and beach access. It is a bit further from the main beach and town
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Tropical Breeze Resort
Hot tub a bit too hot. Need plates. I would try a different coffee
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Glen Oaks
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.
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.
North Sarasota
While North Sarasota isn't home to many top sights, Ed Smith Stadium and Sarasota Jungle Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Fruitville
Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.
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.