Choose our Holiday Inn® Sarasota hotels to explore the sugar-sand beaches of the Sarasota Keys and a vibrant local art scene. Known for its pastel-hued Gulf Coast sunsets, Sarasota is a contemporary hub for restaurants, galleries and shops.
Our Sarasota hotels make it easy to explore the cultural capital of the Florida Gulf Coast. Head downtown to the seashell-shaped Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall for its annual lineup of major concerts. Relax by shimmering Sarasota Bay during one of the free Van Wezel "Friday Fest on the Bay" concerts. From our hotels in Sarasota, visitors can walk among old masters like Rubens at the Ringling Museum of Art, now part of the Florida State University campus; admission is free every Monday. Grab the kids and cross the campus to the Circus Museum to see vintage calliopes and an irresistible miniature 1930s circus. Florida sunshine paints a golden patina on the gilded mansion of John and Mable Ringling, Ca d'Zan, nearby. A palatial nod to Venetian palazzos, Ca d'Zan is open for tours.
From our hotels in Sarasota you can grab a latte and browse downtown Sarasota, jam-packed with art galleries and boutiques. Stay for dinner and mingle with the locals while enjoying a burger or fresh seafood. Our Sarasota hotels are close to Palm Avenue galleries and the artists' colony at Towles Court, where studios are open to the public. For dinner with a view, visit Old Salty Dog on City Island or Marina Jacks downtown. Enjoy affordable home-cooked meals at Yoder's, Sarasota's Amish-Mennonite restaurant-save room for the apple pie.
Book your room at one of our Sarasota hotels to eat your way through Restaurant Week in June, or in October to celebrate stone crab season at the Stone Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival on Longboat Key.
All good just wished more towels, however felt welcomed and comfortable.[Less]
Best hotel on our trip
By Best hotel stay ever
This is by far the best hotel in the southern part of the US! Spotlessly clean! Best staff! Friendly and attentive service! I am definitely staying here on my next trip to Florida![Less]
Quiet Hotel with Pleasant Staff
By Blueheart
My wife and I stayed here for our 29th Anniversary while visiting Siesta Key Beach, the hotel staff were extremely pleasant and willing to assist with whatever was requested. This hotel was very[More] quiet and clean, in a nice location not far from the interstate.[Less]
Comfortable bed and clean room
By catrican
This facilities staff were courteous, knowledgeable of the surrounding restaurants and gave an excellent restaurant suggestion for dinner. The staff responded and resolved our concern promptly! I[More] highly recommend this facility![Less]
It was wonderful
By Obed3211
We had a great time! The room was very clean and everyone was very friendly. We definitely will recommend this to our friends and family. I was not able to use the gym or pool but they looked good.[More] The only thing we didn’t like was the coffee was cold later during the day[Less]
Above par Holiday Inn Express
By abrb8808
We have stayed in this location many times over the years and they are always working to upgrade guest experience. We especially like the shades that completely block out light for a great night's[More] sleep[Less]
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By EMOJ
We usually only stay overnight when in Sarasota so do not come in contact with housekeeping, but the rooms are always well cared for. Customer service is always great in the bar/restaurant area.[Less]
A well Managed Oasis at SRQ Airport
By Wyatt
This Holiday Inn Hotel is a genuine delight to stay at whether for Business or Pleasure. The rooms are very comfortable and clean. The Restaurant is a real treat. The menu is very appealing and the[More] Chef presents delicious meals. The desk team are friendly and efficient and above all this Hotel is also the best value in the area. Great prices for great rooms.
During my stay I required assistance with a unique issue and I was immediately working with a true exemplary Team member. Mr Amine Arfaoui who worked diligently to help find an satisfactory solution to my stay needs. He worked tirelessly to help me that ensured my stay was a happy comfortable stay. My heart felt thanks to Amine. I will defiantly return. Thank you.[Less]
Great Serivce
By Local1226
The only problem I thought the elevator and main area of the hotel was hotter than expected. The rooms were a great temperature but through out the hallway and elevator area it was toasty. I thought[More] this was the only minor issue with my stay.[Less]