Title: Visit Lake Ridge: Best of Lake Ridge, Sarasota Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Lake Ridge](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Ridge-Hotels.d980964227653042176.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Lake Ridge Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lake-Ridge.d980964227653042176.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lake Ridge Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Ridge.d980964227653042176.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Lake Ridge ## Sarasota ## Visit Lake Ridge Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sarasota travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota.dx602719) --- ### Popular places to visit ![St. Armands Circle showing a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/241000/241881-St-Armands-Circle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Armands Circle Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Armands-Circle-Saint-Armands-Key.d6066013.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lido Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/496000/496558-lido-beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lido Beach Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Lido-Beach-Sarasota.d6145141.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mall at University Town Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/329c55028129e3e4d4c0915fe668d3ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mall at University Town Center You can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall at University Town Center during your visit to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mall-At-University-Town-Center-Sarasota.d553248621552334815.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/496000/496191-mote-marine-laboratory-and-aquarium.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline. [](https://expedia.ca/Mote-Marine-Laboratory-Aquarium-Sarasota.d6068719.Vacation-Attraction) ![John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/496000/496508-ringling-museum-complex.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art You can spend time studying the exhibits at John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art during your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/John-And-Mable-Ringling-Museum-Of-Art-Indian-Beach-Sapphire-Shores.d553248621533115781.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ed Smith Stadium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/89bfa1c9cb581aed03271cc2dfe764c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ed Smith Stadium Catch an event at Ed Smith Stadium during your trip to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Ed-Smith-Stadium-Sarasota.d6296265.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2804370/952d1574-7738-46f0-a74e-760ca8ad9fa2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour CA $81 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mangroves.a2804370.activity-details) ![Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46991341/57500583-d43c-41b1-9021-0f51e8d1d09b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour CA $89 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/siesta-key.a46991341.activity-details) ![Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48232968/8cab5e42-6a9e-455e-b915-5a5b1953dd72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour CA $135 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details) ![Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47815915/af51b4cf-b88e-466d-8084-4306da8e3248.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anna Maria Island and Bradenton: Sunset Kayak Dolphin Tour CA $82 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-and-bradenton-sunset-kayak-dolphin-tour.a47815915.activity-details) ![Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47882758/2ec2e6d6-5025-4030-af1a-c50911af2840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour CA $75 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bradenton-anna-maria-island-guided-kayaking-manatee-tour.a47882758.activity-details) ![Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2929003/9f8409ef-a4e9-4cb3-88cb-98579c54e391.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge CA $135 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/signature-service-at-the-spa-refreshment-bar.a2929003.activity-details) [See all activities in Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Lake Ridge Hotel Deals ![Kompose Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38220000/38215400/38215316/e948f2e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kompose Boutique Hotel 965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL CA $73 CA $98 total Jan 4 - Jan 5 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ... 9/10 Wonderful! (4,844 reviews) Breakfast is very good! Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980964227653042176) ![Tropical Beach Resorts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1241000/1240909/606a9b3c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tropical Beach Resorts 6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL CA $197 CA $254 total Jan 7 - Jan 8 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,186 reviews) The staff were very friendly! The room was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed the heated pool. Can't beat sunset at the beach. This location is walkable to several restaurants. And it's just a short drive to the Village. Highly recommend! Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F01%2F2026&endDate=08%2F01%2F2026&selected=1240909&PinnedHotelID=1240909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980964227653042176) ![Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41961400/41961327/8b0dc5d5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound 12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL CA $278 CA $353 total Jan 8 - Jan 9 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,900 reviews) Nice employees, good was great, pool area was clean Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F01%2F2026&endDate=09%2F01%2F2026&selected=41961327&PinnedHotelID=41961327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980964227653042176) ![Carlisle Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19770000/19761100/19761082/9a1b0e30_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carlisle Inn 3727 Bahia Vista Sarasota FL CA $240 CA $272 total Jan 6 - Jan 7 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,154 reviews) This hotel is my favorite hotel we’ve ever stayed in. So clean and cozy. And beautifully decorated. Everyone is so nice. I was sad we only stayed one night. We came down to Florida for Christmas to visit family. And my daughter does competition gymnastics, and her team had a competition in Sarasota.. ... Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026&selected=19761082&PinnedHotelID=19761082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980964227653042176) ![Golden Host Resort - Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21331/125fc79b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Golden Host Resort - Sarasota 4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL CA $109 CA $123 total Jan 4 - Jan 5 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,179 reviews) The staff was amazing the only thing my stay was for a week and we asked for the bed to be changed every day it it only was done for the first 2 days Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=21331&PinnedHotelID=21331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=980964227653042176) ![Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2280000/2277500/2277489/6e9ac4ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place Sarasota/Bradenton Airport 950 University Parkway Sarasota FL CA $162 CA $183 total Jan 8 - Jan 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,019 reviews) Room was big and clean. Good amenities and great staff at the breakfast area. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Downtown-Sarasota.dx553248635976481694) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Sarasota While North Sarasota might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ed Smith Stadium and Sarasota Jungle Gardens. [](https://expedia.ca/North-Sarasota.dx553248635975847442) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/496000/496008-central-sarasota.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central Sarasota Gardens, art galleries, and theaters are some highlights of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Central-Sarasota.dx553248633938969734) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pinecraft While Pinecraft isn't home to many top sights, Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Pinecraft.dx3000431579) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5d17b5eac375f5b04e42effd03a48994.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arlington Park Arlington Park might not have many top sights, but Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Arlington-Park.dx553248635976473965) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/34b05da01c29acdef668f17b96c126be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Meadows The Meadows is well-liked for its gardens and lake views. 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