Holiday Inn SARASOTA-LIDO BEACH-@THE BEACH
Hotel Overview
Can't wait to go back
The hotel location is worth far more than we paid. The prime beach spot was perfect for our lazy...
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Mrs. Frequent Flyer
- May 14, 2012
Location location location
The staff was friendly and helpful.The lido being directly across the boulevard was...
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Letitia
- Mar 1, 2012
Lido Beach hotel with Gulf views, dining, pool, gym, free Internet
The 3-star Holiday Inn Sarasota Lido Beach is situated on the beaches of Lido Key, overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Guests relax at the outdoor heated pool or enjoy some time on the beach with chairs, towels and toys provided by the hotel before heading to nearby St. Armand's Circle for shopping and dinner. The hotel's own rooftop restaurant offers tasty Floridian cuisine with great views over the Gulf -- the perfect place to enjoy the sunset over a glass of wine. Corporate guests will appreciate the meeting rooms, business center and free Wi-Fi.
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Hotel Map
- Nearby airports
- Sarasota-Bradenton Int'l Airport, (SRQ), 8.00, MI, N; Tampa International Airport, (TPA), 50.00, MI, N;
- Area description
- Resort, resort
Amenities
- Accessible facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Bath Tub
- Business center
- Car Rental Desk
- Children's Activities
- Coffee Maker in Room
- Computer in Room
- Concierge Desk
- Desk with Lamp
- Email Service
- FAX
- Free Local Telephone Calls
- Free Newspaper
- Golf
- Hairdryer in Room
- Honeymoon Suite
- Ice Machine
- Ironing Board
- Lounge
- Maid Service
- Outdoor Pool
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Pool
- Porters
- Rollaway Beds
- Room Service
- Safe Deposit Box
- Satellite TV
- Shops/Commercial Services
- Temperature Control
- Tennis
- TV
Dining
- SandDollar Rooftop Restaurant
- Our Rooftop SandDollar Restaurant features floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Gulf of Mexico! Breakfast and dinner is served daily in the SandDollar. On Sundays come and enjoy our champagne brunch!
- Kokonuts Tiki Bar
- Enjoy Casual poolside dining at Kokonuts Tiki Bar and lounge. Open daily from 12 pm. Sunset Happy Hour Daily.
- Kokonuts Lounge and Tiki Bar
- Kokonuts Lounge and Tiki Bar serves great daily drink specials, as well as a happy hour from 4pm-6pm every day. You can enjoy a cocktail in the lounge or get a margarita on the pool deck. It is the hot spot for all your sunset celebrations.
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.
Guest Reviews (88)
Ratings and reviews for Holiday Inn SARASOTA-LIDO BEACH-@THE BEACH
- All travelers (88) 3.9 / 5
- Business (4) 4.3 / 5
- Couples (46) 3.8 / 5
- Families (28) 3.9 / 5
- Friends (6) 4 / 5
- Singles (4) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.6
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.1
- Hotel staff:
- 4.3
- Room comfort:
- 4.1
- Location:
- 4.6
- Value:
- 3.9
83%
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mrs. Frequent Flyer
Can't wait to go back
The hotel location is worth far more than we paid. The prime beach spot was perfect for our lazy vacation. You can walk to the beach or to great shops and restaurants in just a few minutes. The location is really what adds to the hotel's value. We walked to dinner every night and walked around St. Armond's circle and looked at the shops or got ice cream every day. It made our hotel feel more like home, and made our vacation feel so relaxed. The beach by the hotel has made the top beaches in the nation list on multiple occassions. The powder-sugar-like-sand is unreal. The staff was friendly, and the breakfast in the upstairs restaurant was pretty good, not too pricey for a hotel restaurant, and the view from the top floor (where the restaurant is located) is outstanding! However, if you are looking for any real amenities, like nice room service menu, a fancy bathroom, jacuzzi tub, etc. This is not the place for you. The hotel is clean and nice, but nothing special or fancy about it. If you want a laid-back experience where you can be yourself and feel comfortable in your swimsuit and towel but still stay in a nice hotel, then this place will be perfect.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The shops and restaurants in St. Armond's circle are great for a nightly stroll or a daily shopping spree. BEWARE OF OVERPRICED RESTAURANTS. Most places were great and reasonable considerring it is south FL, it's on the coast, and it's a common tourist attraction, so things are usually slightly more pricey. AVOID Tommy Bahama's restaurant. I've heard the food is good, but $25 for a chicken and pasta dish and $40 for steak is crazy in this location. The Columbia is one of the most famous restaurants in Sarasota. Their food is far superior, less pricey, and way more authentic. Plus several dishes and drinks are prepared tableside. Gotta love that.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Mycoman
Spring Break
Great location. Easy to walk across the street to the beach and two blocks to the St Armands circle. Breakfast was great. They brought us a refrigerator for our drinks.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Downtown Sarasota is vibrant.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Letitia
Location location location
The staff was friendly and helpful.The lido being directly across the boulevard was magnificent......early run on the beach and watching the sun set at dusk....it was a restful and pleasurable stay....Letty P. P.S. Being able to walk to St Armand's circle was not too tough to take!!!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Joe Musquiz
Great Time
Wonderful. Couldn't believe the location and view.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
mvid
Armands
ok but not worth the $$. Location is great but the hotel is very dated.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Luv beach
Comfortable - bad experience at front desk
staff very friendly except for the lady at the front desk. Manager very kind
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Very short distance to downtown where you can find lots of nice stores .
Reviewer score
Would recommend
TRCMD
Lido Beach Again
Traditional Holiday Inn Experience. Dated, clean, wonderful staff, great location, reasonable rates, and will return again. Decent food, nice bar, nice pool, and 40 feet from the Gulf Of Mexico. What's not to like. Oh, I almost forgot. St. Armands Circle 2 minutes walk. Great restuarants, shops, and people watching.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
St. Armands Circle
Reviewer score
Would recommend
C&S traveler's
Holiday Inn SARASOTA-LIDO BEACH-@THE BEA
Great location, helpful staff.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
St. Armand's Circle
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Buckeye
Great stay
Hotel being right on the beach was great. Staff was helpful with dining suggestions, although nearby dining was pricy for a family on a tight budget.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Sweet Tomatoes buffet
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Peter - frequent flyer
Aged, but clean and friendly
The hotel is showing it's age, but the rooms are clean, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the location can't be beat.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Go to the Blue Dolphin Cafe on St. Armand's Circle for breakfast. Prices are reasonable, service is great, food is fantastic.
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