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BEST WESTERN Midtown

3 stars
1425 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34239-2902
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.4
out of 5
57 reviews
Great value

The hotel was clean, staff was friendly and the breakfast was very nice. I'd stay here again. See full review

  • travel lightly
  • Feb 19, 2013
Hidden gem, clean & great location

Was not looking forward to staying in a 'motel' but to my surprise it was quite lovely!!! The... See full review

  • Nikita.H
  • May 7, 2013
Pet-friendly Sarasota hotel has free breakfast, Internet, pool
The Best Western Midtown in central Sarasota offers pet-friendly lodging convenient to Florida's popular Siesta Key Beach. Attractions like the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and Mote Aquarium are nearby. Guests enjoy the heated outdoor swimming pool. The hotel offers a hearty complimentary breakfast, and fresh coffee is available all day. Families take note: children under 18 stay for free, and the hotel has a pet-friendly policy
Highlights
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet access
  • Kids under 18 stay for free
  • Central Sarasota, Florida location, close to beaches and attractions
Rooms

The Best Western Midtown has 100 guest rooms decorated in neutral tones with crisp white linens and heavy drapes. All rooms are non-smoking and feature air-conditioning, cable TV, safety deposit box and tea/coffee-making facilities. Guests can request rooms with a microwave and refrigerator, perfect for those planning on staying more than a day or two. Wi-Fi is complimentary throughout the hotel.

Features

The centrally-located Best Western Midtown offers value 2-star lodgings close to Sarasota's Siesta Key and Lido beaches, the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and St. Armand's Circle. The hotel has a lovely heated pool area with sundeck where guests can relax and enjoy the tropical heat. A free breakfast is served every morning. Free newspapers are delivered daily.

 

The Best Western Midtown has free high-speed Internet access and offers a business center in the lobby for guest use. The hotel has a pet-friendly policy and also offers free parking.

Transportation
  • Sarasota bus service (SCAT) (Outside hotel)
  • Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (5.8 mi/9.3 km)
Attractions
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (1.2 mi/1.9 km)
  • G.Wiz Science Museum (2.3 mi/3.7 km)
  • St. Armand's Circle (4.4 mi/7.1 km)
  • Sarasota Jungle Gardens (4.5 mi/7.2 km)
  • Siesta Key Beach (5.1 mi/8.2 km)
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (5.3 mi/8.5 km)
  • Mote Marine Laboratory (5.4 mi/8.7 km)
  • South Lido Park (5.7 mi/9.2 km)
Business
  • One meeting room holds up to 25 people
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet access
  • Executive rooms available
  • Business center
  • Free newspapers delivered daily

BEST WESTERN Midtown Rooms

2 DOUBLE BEDS
2 DOUBLE BEDS,SMOK,POOLSIDE,COFFEEMAKER,HAIR,IRONBOARD,CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
2 DOUBLE BEDS
2 DOUBLE BEDS,MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE,BATHTUB,NSMK,CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
1 KING BED
1 KING BED,NSMK,HISPD,COFMKR,IRON,HAIR,FULL BREAKFAST
2 DOUBLE BEDS
2 DOUBLE BEDS,NSMK,HISPD,COFMKR,IRON,HAIR,FULL BREAKFAST
2 DOUBLE BEDS
2 DOUBLE BEDS,MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE,BATHTUB,NSMK,FULL BREAKFAST
1 KING BED
1 KING BED,MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE,BATHTUB,NSMK,FULL BREAKFAST

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • FREE parking
  • Heated pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Air conditioned
Smoke-free policy
Free local telephone calls
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Heated pool
Dining
Continental breakfast
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Express check in
Guest laundromat
Express checkout
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Copy service
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
FREE parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Television with cable
AM/FM alarm clock
Hairdryer in room
Microwave
Electronic door locks
Ironing board

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Hotel Map

27.3208 -82.5297
Area served
Orlando, Brandenton, Venice, Tampa/Ft. Myers
Nearby airports
(SRQ), 4.00, MI, S;
Area description
Resort

Dining

Pacific Rim
1.00 mile(s) from Pacific Rim, Full Service, Japanese, Open for: dinner,
Geko's
1.00 mile(s) from Geko's, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Panera Bread
Across the street from Panera Bread, Cafe, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner,
Fire House Subs
0.40 miles) from Fire House Subs, Fast Food, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Hillview Grill
1.00 mile(s) from Hillview Grill, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Taco Bell
2.00 mile(s) from Taco Bell, Fast Food, Mexican, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Sam Sneads Tavern
1.50 mile(s) from Sam Sneads Tavern, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Square 1
0.40 mile(s) from Square 1, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Libby's
1.50 mile(s) from Libby's, Full Service, American, Open for: dinner,
Wendy's
0.20 mile(s) from Wendy's, Fast Food, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (57)

Ratings and reviews for BEST WESTERN Midtown

Overall score

3.4 / 5
57 out of 57
Amenities:
3.3
Room cleanliness:
3.8
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
3.7
Location:
4.2
Value:
3.7

75% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
Nikita.H
orlando, fl
May 7, 2013

Hidden gem, clean & great location

Was not looking forward to staying in a 'motel' but to my surprise it was quite lovely!!! The exterior is far superior then any motel or hotel in the area. there is beatiful jasmine blossoming up the rails. It is centrally located, 5miles from both beaches. Near a mall and great activities in walking distances. The inside is SUPER clean, the shower sparkled, the sheets were bright white, the water pressure is excellent, the AC works properly and room is a great sized space for 2-4 comfortably. contentinental breakfast was...okay. they had a waffle maker so that fills the average person! Had a great weekend getaway, lovely town, lovely 'hotel'

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Time-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Michaels Wine Celler is directly across the street :) as well as Starbucks.

Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

1
Mjc87gn
Hollywood, Florida
Apr 20, 2013

Cockroaches in room

We arrived about 5 PM and got our room on second floor about as far away from elevator as you can. Unpacked and when checking internet connection a cockroach ran across table which I killed. A few hours later after we came back from dinner my wife was watching TV when she screamed and another one was crawling on her. I went to the office and asked for my money back but because I made reservations online and I would have to deal with them. They did offer another room with no Frig & Microwave which we took but did not get much sleep and were out of there early in the morning.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
1
Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

4
Frequently travels
Orlando, FL
Mar 18, 2013

You will need a car

There is a grocery store across the street, some coffee shops and restaurants within walking distance. However, any of the "touristy" attractions are not within walking distance and you will need a vehicle. We were pleasantly surprised at the accommodations given the price-point. And we would stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

4
Jen and Amanda
Clermont, Fl
Feb 26, 2013

Close to the beach

This hotel was very nice and clean. The outside looked a little older, but the inside has been remodeled and is nice. It only took a few minutes to get to the beach and the price was right!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

5
travel lightly
florida
Feb 19, 2013

Great value

The hotel was clean, staff was friendly and the breakfast was very nice. I'd stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

4
nooneuknow
Maine
Feb 12, 2013

Winning Combination

It was quiet clean comfortable and easy to find. I would definitely go back.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

2
Zaidy Robert
Toronto, Ont.
Feb 8, 2013

Recreation

Room was just adequate---cold at night. Breakfast was good. pool was unheated..Location was excellent

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

4
G'ma Ga Ga
Mpls MN
Feb 7, 2013

Away from snow

Everything went very well. Pool was lovely, only complaint is that it was was not heated and the nights were cold so we couldn't swim. Starbucks across the street. Hotel breakfast was average. Rooms very nice and clean.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

3
hop skip and a drive away
HH S.C.
Nov 19, 2012

Good price, well taken care of

Though it is a older place they take good care of it, new flat scereen were going into the rooms on this visit. Would stay there again

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Behind the Sarasota Hosp, is two blocks or great shopping and eating, easy walk from hotel

Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

3
Stevie G
West Bradenton, FL, USA
Jul 21, 2012

Great Location for Sarasota General Hospital

This is an older motel providing the basics. It's only a short block away from Sarasota General and is very convenient for someone with that objective. Lots of restaurants and markets nearby. My only real problem was that the "non-smoking" room still carried an odor of cigarette smoke, and this in a "smoke-free" motel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
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