Central Sarasota

Sarasota

Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota
Central Sarasota

Popular places to visit

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

See a diverse range of exciting musical, dance and comedy shows at this architectural landmark inspired by the jagged shape of seashells.

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens showing a park

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

See a world-class collection of orchids and tropical bromeliads and walk through peaceful mangrove and palm gardens in this botanical park.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Sarasota Opera House

Sarasota Opera House

Here, 1920s style meets 21st-century luxury in a fully restored Mediterranean Revival opera house and cultural institution, complete with its own opera company.

Sarasota Opera House
Bayfront Park

Bayfront Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Bayfront Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.

Bayfront Park
Florida Studio Theatre

Florida Studio Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Florida Studio Theatre during your stay in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area.

Florida Studio Theatre
Causeway Park

Causeway Park

Causeway Park is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Causeway Park

Things to do

HydroCats

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

€126
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota

City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota

€74
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota
Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels

Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour

€47
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour

€56
per adult
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour

€51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour

€51
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
See all activities in Sarasota

Top hotels in Central Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive, Sarasota, FL
The price is €170 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€170
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,047 reviews)
"Yummy food comfortable bedding fridge staff wonderful house keeping"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

The Westin Sarasota
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

3.5 out of 5
202 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL
The price is €164 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€164
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,551 reviews)
"I stay in this hotel frequently... Great location, views and amenities!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

5 out of 5
1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL
The price is €445 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€445
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, the attention from staff was excellent. I really enjoyed their delicious food and amazing views. The beach club was an excellent add on to my stay. The pool was amazing and the private beach was stunning!!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
1255 North Palm Avenue, Sarasota, FL
The price is €167 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€167
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Love this place !! Location, sheets, staff, awesome!!!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Aloft Sarasota

Aloft Sarasota

3.5 out of 5
1401 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, FL
Fully refundable
The price is €128 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
€128
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Sarasota aloft !
"This place is incredible and chic, staff are so professional and friendly. They let my girlfriend and I checked in 2 hrs early!!. The rooms are so cozy and welcoming. The drinks on the bar were great , we had a blast !!, definitely will comeback soon!!."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Aloft Sarasota
voco Sarasota by IHG

voco Sarasota by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1223 Boulevard Of The Arts, Sarasota, FL
The price is €136 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€136
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"I had an incredible stay at Voco. The shower was absolutely amazing—spacious with top-quality products that made it feel like a spa. The bed was extremely comfortable, and the room itself was large, spotless, and beautifully maintained. The staff were wonderful, so friendly and attentive. They even ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

voco Sarasota by IHG
See all 13,905 properties in Central Sarasota
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Central Sarasota

Sarasota featuring a beach as well as children

Downtown Sarasota

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

Downtown Sarasota
Default Image

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.

Arlington Park
Default Image

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.

Bird Key
Default Image

Saint Armands Key

Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Saint Armands Key
Default Image

Southgate

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

Southgate
Default Image

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.

North Sarasota

Central Sarasota

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: