Title: Visit Park East: Best of Park East, Sarasota Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Park East](https://expedia.ca/Park-East-Sarasota-Hotels.0-n553248635976472903-0.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)[Park East Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Park-East.d553248635976472903.Car-Rental-Guide)[Park East Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Park-East.d553248635976472903.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Park East ## Sarasota ![Park East](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/0a6fa3ec-fc91-453e-a02e-e3e5727bfff7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Park East](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/0a6fa3ec-fc91-453e-a02e-e3e5727bfff7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Park East](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/5004211a-1da3-417b-9b4a-f26153ac32c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Park East 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 4.5/5(46 reviews) 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 4.5/5(49 reviews) 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 4/5(24 reviews) 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 5/5(1 review) 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 4.5/5(8 reviews) 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 $80 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/f435da41-0a9c-44f3-918f-9f8d619256f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour CA $89 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 $89 per adult **84%** 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/fcb3beeb-3040-4674-8536-a516f332ab79.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) ![HydroCats](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48663184/9309866a-4965-46de-b278-0088f58688b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour CA $199 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/hydrocats-2-hour-craigcat-sightseeing-tour.a48663184.activity-details) ![Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/995946/28b11b14-c1f5-4b32-b044-0d83d0255c4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour CA $80 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sarasota-guided-mangrove-tunnel-kayak-tour.a995946.activity-details) [See all activities in Sarasota](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Park East 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 $154 CA $190 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 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! (5,046 reviews) Good staff nice room good service price was great Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472903) ![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 $174 CA $197 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 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! (2,293 reviews) Fun, novel setting! 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(5,326 reviews) excellent staff very kind! beach is more than 100 yards away and no dresser drawers or hooks for wet swim suits or towels in the rooms. the pool area is beautiful and very well kept Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=1240909&PinnedHotelID=1240909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472903) ![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 $356 CA $441 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 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! (1,972 reviews) Great staff, great rooms and great amenities Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=41961327&PinnedHotelID=41961327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472903) ![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 $786 CA $950 total Mar 4 - Mar 5 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! (1,001 reviews) Our stayed at the Lido Beach resort was wondeful. It was easy to communicate with the hotel staff through text messages . The pool and beach staff was amazing . From getting chairs, towels, putting up beach umbrella and making sure our drinks and food getting to us fast . We love how easy it’s to ... Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=34597&PinnedHotelID=34597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472903) ![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 $333 CA $376 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! 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[](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) ![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. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Sarasota-Pinecraft.dx3000431579) ![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) --- --- - [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) # Park East ![](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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