Title: Visit Southside Village: Best of Southside Village, Sarasota Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Southside Village](https://expedia.ca/Southside-Village-Hotels.d960820944191188992.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)[Southside Village Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Southside-Village.d960820944191188992.Car-Rental-Guide)[Southside Village Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Southside-Village.d960820944191188992.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Southside Village ## Sarasota ## Visit Southside Village Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sarasota travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota.dx602719) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6145141/1d4594a7-b7e1-465d-bffb-87633a8cb34c.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) ![St. Armands Circle showing a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066013/68f30605-19f4-40dc-adef-6a7c4f8de0ce.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) ![EJETFA The official entrance at the new Mall at University Town Center located just off I-75 on University Parkway in Sarasota Floria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621552334815/a709fe02-ddf9-4950-ac16-ad9bb78fea40.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) ![Sarasota_NathanBendersonPark_553248621552334812-4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621552334812/4621b088-5df0-4183-abf7-741d7dd533f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Nathan-Benderson-Park-Sarasota.d553248621552334812.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068719/cfac6c31-d3b7-4ef2-8eb6-3ddb2ef0d01a.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) ![Ringling Museum Complex showing a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533115781/764bfc1a-5e59-44c6-9e13-776837deeb97.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) ### 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 $82 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mangroves.a2804370.activity-details) ![Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45717106/f435da41-0a9c-44f3-918f-9f8d619256f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour CA $90 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sarasota-clear-kayak-led-night-glass-bottom-tour.a45717106.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 $90 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 $137 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 $83 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) [See all activities in Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Southside Village Hotel Deals ![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 $119 CA $134 total Feb 11 - Feb 12 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! (2,246 reviews) The room was fine and recently Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=21331&PinnedHotelID=21331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960820944191188992) ![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 $181 CA $221 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 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! (4,975 reviews) Clean and easy to check in Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960820944191188992) ![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 $294 CA $367 total Feb 6 - Feb 7 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! (5,268 reviews) Nice room and location! Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=07%2F02%2F2026&selected=1240909&PinnedHotelID=1240909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960820944191188992) ![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 $405 CA $496 total Feb 9 - Feb 10 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! (1,948 reviews) We arrived late, the staff was very welcoming. We were greeted immediately and check in was quick and easy. The rooms was nice and clean. I personally wasn't a fan of the shower, it's just cold while you're showering with no door or half wall to close it off. Overall very pleasant stay. Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=41961327&PinnedHotelID=41961327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960820944191188992) ![Lido Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34600/34597/d9fc7fce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lido Beach Resort 700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL CA $640 CA $785 total Feb 6 - Feb 7 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews) Amazing location with the most friendly staff: everyone from the front desk to the servers to the pool attendants to the cleaning staff were all helpful with genuine smiles. The option of an adult only pool & hot tub area was a nice touch. Great restaurants on site and a convenient (and free!) shuttle ... Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=07%2F02%2F2026&selected=34597&PinnedHotelID=34597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960820944191188992) ![Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26400/26397/18d283d6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway 6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL CA $245 CA $277 total Feb 8 - Feb 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 pool and the helpful staff ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,899 reviews) Five stars goes out to Spark by Hilton in Sarasota, Fl for rooms extremly clean rooms a the most comfortable beds. Thank you! Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=26397&PinnedHotelID=26397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960820944191188992) [See all 13,901 properties in Southside Village](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=07%2F02%2F2026®ionId=960820944191188992) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Arlington-Park.dx553248635976473965) ![Beautiful docks ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/241864ee-40e5-4f07-a59f-b943ed71f47c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Sarasota If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Downtown-Sarasota.dx553248635976481694) ![Causeway Park featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563219823/eac47f3e-3708-4a4c-82d5-59f5fb3e0bb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central Sarasota 4/5(37 area reviews) 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) ![SiestaKey_Southgate_553248623282278413-1](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623282278413/b7104d91-0ee3-4924-b20a-8faf04d45893.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Southgate When in Southgate, you can plan a visit to Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Southgate.dx553248623282278413) ![We loved visiting The Donut Experiment on Anna Maria Island where you can create your own hot cake donut dipped in the icing of your choice and finished off with an amazing topping. From left to right - TOP: coconut flaked chocolate glazed, Reese's Piece chocolate glazed, salted caramel BOTTOM: Oreo crumble chocolate glazed, Fruity Pebbles strawberry glazed, Reese's Puff peanut butter drizzle chocolate glazed. #donut #donuts #florida #foodie #foodietravel #travelblog #foodblog #traveling #colorful #island #vacation #bestof5](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/74028/39f4f902-1658-473e-ac04-18f1680494ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bird Key While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Bird-Key.dx553248635976476083) ![Sarasota, Florida, USA Downtown Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975871203/18cc03c6-0202-4ccd-a27c-6dee4a9186f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Sarasota While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center. 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