Lantern Inn & Suites

2.5 star property

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Lantern Inn & Suites

A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and tables, a thatched roof, and a TV screen.
Property video
Front of property
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is $84
$74 nightly
$84 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15

Explore the area

View in a map
7251 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, 34243
  • Place, Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of South Florida Sarasota
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Armands Circle
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(142 reviews)
  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Walk-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 311 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Bathtub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Similar properties

About the neighborhood

Sarasota

With a stay at Lantern Inn & Suites, you'll be centrally located in Sarasota, within a 10-minute drive of IMG Academy and LECOM Park. .This hotel is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from St. Armands Circle and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Lido Beach.

What's nearby

  • Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of South Florida Sarasota - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • St. Armands Circle - 23 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Lido Beach - 24 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 27 min drive - 11.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chick Fil A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Lantern Inn & Suites

Lantern Inn & Suites offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. This Sarasota hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2024.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 120 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Jammie's On 41 - Onsite bar. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Jammie's On 41

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Renovated guestrooms - January 2024

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

3 Palms Sarasota Suites
3 Palms Suites Hotel Sarasota
Sarasota Suites
Lantern Inn Sarasota
Lantern Sarasota
Suburban Extended Stay Sarasota
Lantern Inn Suites
Lantern Inn & Suites Hotel
Lantern Inn & Suites Sarasota
Lantern Inn & Suites Hotel Sarasota

Lantern Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1002 out of 1465 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 1465 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1465 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1465 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1465 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! We enjoyed our stay. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, very caring staff, loved the pool and tiki bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean, staff was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location wonderful staff and bar out front.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The tiki bar and pool were awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great location, great staff and a great bar…..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Musa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay just as proposed
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norbert Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff really clean great place for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great staff, and would stay again, thanks.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and easy access to Sarasota sites.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deidra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms looked newly remodeled and were very clean. The staff was friendly and pool was so nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and very clean, quiet, we enjoyed the evening at the on site bar, as well
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Place was easy to find. Tiki bar was nice to relax at. People were pleasant and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madhivanan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The locality was amazing and I really loved the hospitality and room services
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and tidy. Perfect for the price and location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed. The staff was friendly and the pool was warm!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay and tiki bar!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Didier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. The pool area was nice and whole place was being updated and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pristine clean, big room, comfortable bed and pillows
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable and great location for airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025