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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, Tampa/Ft. Myers, Venice
Nearby airports
(SRQ), 4.00, MI, S;
Area description
Resort

Dining

Panera Bread
Across the street from Panera Bread, Cafe, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner,
Taco Bell
2.00 mile(s) from Taco Bell, Fast Food, Mexican, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Pacific Rim
1.00 mile(s) from Pacific Rim, Full Service, Japanese, Open for: dinner,
Square 1
0.40 mile(s) from Square 1, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Wendy's
0.20 mile(s) from Wendy's, Fast Food, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Sam Sneads Tavern
1.50 mile(s) from Sam Sneads Tavern, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Libby's
1.50 mile(s) from Libby's, Full Service, American, Open for: dinner,
Hillview Grill
1.00 mile(s) from Hillview Grill, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Geko's
1.00 mile(s) from Geko's, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
Fire House Subs
0.40 miles) from Fire House Subs, 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 / 5
13 out of 57
Amenities:
2.9
Room cleanliness:
3.2
Hotel staff:
3.4
Room comfort:
3.1
Location:
4
Value:
3.5

54% would recommend to a friend.

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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
Bob C of Delray
South Florida
Jul 9, 2012

Smelly room - no blanket

The room was smelly when we got there - Muggy! Running the air for two days did not help. And when running the air, the room got quite cold, and there was no blanket to be found. Breakfast was well supplied, but just adequate. Hotel is very centrally located in downtown Sarasota.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Super market across the street

Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

3
Bob C of Delray
South Florida
Jul 9, 2012

Smelly Room - No Blanket

Upon arrivale, the room smelled VERY moist. Two days of running the air conditioning did not remove the odor. Also, running the air conditioning got the room pretty cold, and we needed a blanket at night - No blanket was provided. THe hotel is well situated in downtown Sarasota.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Super market and Panera's acreoss the street

Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

2
Bugged Out
Native New Yorker
Nov 23, 2011

Cockroach-Palooza!

It was infested with so many cockroaches that they were in the fridge, on the curtains and along the baseboards! Maintenance removed the fridge while I was moved down the hall. The manager was polite until i asked to be refunded for the night (I was)--she wanted to give me a gift certificate instead. For 10 bucks more I stayed closer to Siesta beach which was AWESOME & bug free!

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

Reviewer score

4
yayita
miami
Aug 10, 2011

i would like to know more about this

shopping

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

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Hamilton, ON
Jul 27, 2011

Good Hotel

Good hotel for beaching at Siesta Key/Lido Beach. Close to everything. A bit dated, but clean.

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

St. Armands

Review of BEST WESTERN Midtown

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
baltimore, md
Apr 26, 2011

good family getaway but...

hotel was fine [...].

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

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Chicago
Apr 19, 2011

Nice Older Hotel, Great Price

Stayed just 1 night, nice older hotel, they've done a great job with up-keep, room was quiet, everything was clean, decent continental breakfast.

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

Reviewer score

1
Anonymous
Ft. Myers FL
Apr 18, 2011

Bed Bugs!!!!!!

My family and I travel often and have stayed at hundreds of hotel around the world. We decided to stay at this hotel only because it was very close to where our friends were staying and nothing else was available since it was last minute. Upon walking into the room we immediately noticed both beds were full of bed bugs. I mean FULL!!! When we notified the on duty manager he didn't say he was sorry he just said he would sent maintenance. Are you kidding, what was maintenance going to do. We quickly left and needed to spend the evening with our friends.

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

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Denver
Apr 23, 2010

Nice and very accomidating

the staff went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and that we had everything we needed. they brought a crib into our room before we arrived for our little one, and washed the fitted sheet daily to ensure our baby had a clean place to sleep. We lost door keys, needed bandaids, and they happily gave anything we needed. our room was cleaned daily without us asking and the bed was VERY comfortable. i tend to not like renting rooms that have their own entrance from the outside, but this is one place i will definately stay again.

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

go to Walts sea food. all the locals eat there. The sea food is the best for the best value. South on Tamiami trail.

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