Title: Visit Downtown Sarasota: Best of Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Downtown Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Sarasota-Sarasota-Hotels.0-n553248635976481694-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-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)[Downtown Sarasota Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown-Sarasota.d553248635976481694.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown Sarasota Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Sarasota.d553248635976481694.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Downtown Sarasota ## Sarasota ![Downtown Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/241864ee-40e5-4f07-a59f-b943ed71f47c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068729/d45ce914-41c5-46ed-916f-37de8de21c08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296238/11375223-6056-497b-9236-8b14e4b3447b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296238/a7b1fe4f-dbe6-47df-b376-2549071997c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068729/8a2fc03d-ba28-431c-8cba-c3324b2a4d33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Sarasota Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sarasota travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota.dx602719) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sarasota Opera House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068729/8a2fc03d-ba28-431c-8cba-c3324b2a4d33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Opera-House-Central-Sarasota.d6068729.Vacation-Attraction) ![Florida Studio Theatre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296238/a7b1fe4f-dbe6-47df-b376-2549071997c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Florida Studio Theatre You can make plans for a show at Florida Studio Theatre on your trip to Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and marina in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Florida-Studio-Theatre-Sarasota.d6296238.Vacation-Attraction) #### Payne Park After visiting Payne Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Payne-Park-Sarasota.d6180406.Vacation-Attraction) #### Regal Hollywood - Sarasota You can take time to visit Regal Hollywood - Sarasota during your travels to Sarasota. Experience the area's art scene and festivals. [](https://expedia.ca/Regal-Hollywood-Sarasota-Central-Sarasota.d941654480104128512.Vacation-Attraction) #### Five Points Park You can take time to visit Five Points Park during your travels to Sarasota. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's art scene. [](https://expedia.ca/Five-Points-Park-Central-Sarasota.d998140610139779072.Vacation-Attraction) #### Artisans' World Marketplace You can do some window-shopping at Artisans' World Marketplace during your stay in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Artisans-World-Marketplace-Sarasota.d553248621563219825.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 & a Hidden Beach Kayak Tour (Siesta Key) CA $81 per adult **94%** 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/45717106/1769b6b4-2399-493b-b2e1-2c431df049f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour CA $89 per adult [](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/46991341/31e93ae4-53ce-4938-bafd-eafa7f98459f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour CA $89 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/siesta-key.a46991341.activity-details) ![Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2929003/3adb8b61-32fa-4dc8-a909-c4b7af198e20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge CA $136 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/signature-service-at-the-spa-refreshment-bar.a2929003.activity-details) ![HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48663184/77e31f40-644a-4cb1-8607-2ac2bb465619.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour CA $200 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/hydrocats-2-hour-craigcat-sightseeing-tour.a48663184.activity-details) ![1.5-Hour LED Illuminated Clear Kayak Night Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51214684/7e979998-7db5-4183-b361-0e900ef7becf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 90 Minute LED Illuminated Clear Kayak Night Adventure Tour CA $81 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/90-minute-led-illuminated-clear-kayak-night-adventure-tour.a51214684.activity-details) [See all activities in Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Downtown Sarasota Hotel Deals ![Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19910000/19901000/19900973/6c79dcd5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection 1255 North Palm Avenue Sarasota FL CA $304 CA $387 total May 3 - May 4 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews) Best part of hotel was Sarah the main floor bartender. Incredibly helpful and kind. Even made sure to get my son’s lost sunglasses back to us. Also an amazing resource for local restaurants. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F05%2F2026&endDate=04%2F05%2F2026&selected=19900973&PinnedHotelID=19900973&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481694) ![Aloft Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12490000/12486100/12486097/52ab3d9b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aloft Sarasota 1401 Ringling Boulevard Sarasota FL CA $280 CA $316 total May 3 - May 4 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 helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Clean room. Comfortable beds. Great staff. Valet-perfect. Great location. Walkable downtown. Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F05%2F2026&endDate=04%2F05%2F2026&selected=12486097&PinnedHotelID=12486097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481694) ![Kompose Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38220000/38215400/38215316/3006ffef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kompose Boutique Hotel 965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL CA $174 CA $214 total Apr 28 - Apr 29 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,188 reviews) Everything was perfect! Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F04%2F2026&endDate=29%2F04%2F2026&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481694) ![Golden Host Resort - Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21331/6dc32504_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Golden Host Resort - Sarasota 4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL CA $103 CA $116 total May 3 - May 4 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! (2,383 reviews) This hotel was listed as 3 star…IT’S NOT! This is similar to a Super 8\. It should have 1 Star! Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F05%2F2026&endDate=04%2F05%2F2026&selected=21331&PinnedHotelID=21331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481694) ![Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41961400/41961327/e1f2d8a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound 12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL CA $246 CA $318 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 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! (2,045 reviews) The employee’s all were very happy and helpful made our stay so much more enjoyable Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=41961327&PinnedHotelID=41961327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481694) ![Tropical Beach Resorts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1241000/1240909/f85b62a5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tropical Beach Resorts 6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $282 CA $355 total Apr 30 - May 1 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,391 reviews) The bed was unfortunately not that comfortable. Pull out was nice however. Location is everyone Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F04%2F2026&endDate=01%2F05%2F2026&selected=1240909&PinnedHotelID=1240909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481694) [See all 14,849 properties in Downtown Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=04%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248635976481694) 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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Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Central-Sarasota.dx553248633938969734) ![Arlington Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/43c6394c-bda3-40b0-af8f-1678b1eaf99a.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) ![Bird Key](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/bfdbf568-93c9-4c76-8eb9-38f77d913783.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bird Key While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, Lido Beach and South Lido Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Bird-Key.dx553248635976476083) ![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) ![Saint Armands Key](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066013/87735d4f-9329-4db3-9afc-0278f2a27d4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Saint Armands Key Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travelers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Saint-Armands-Key.dx553248633900272554) ![Blue Lifeguard Tower on a Morning Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000431579/631f0407-60c8-4afc-917c-55d0a6073ab1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pinecraft 4.5/5(12 area reviews) While Pinecraft isn't home to many top sights, Bobby Jones Golf Complex and Ed Smith Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Pinecraft.dx3000431579) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Downtown Sarasota ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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