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Lantern Inn & Suites

2.5 star property

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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Microwave
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry
$191
$169 nightly
$191 total
Total with taxes and fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16

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7251 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, 34243
  • Place, University of South Florida Sarasota
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Armands Circle
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 311 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Sarasota

With a stay at Lantern Inn & Suites, you'll be centrally located in Sarasota, within a 15-minute drive of St. Armands Circle and IMG Academy. .This hotel is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Lido Beach and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from Siesta Key Beach.

What's nearby

  • University of South Florida Sarasota - 2 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Mall at University Town Center - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • St. Armands Circle - 17 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Lido Beach - 18 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 20 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
  • ‪Duff's Original Buffet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Lantern Inn & Suites

Lantern Inn & Suites offers 105 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 36-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 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.

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 105 guestrooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. 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 a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • 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
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

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 stay

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

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 847 out of 1257 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1257 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1257 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1257 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1257 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

shawn michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, staff went above and beyond in every situation, and who doesn’t like a Tiki Bar?
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was nice and quick. Room was clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

marvin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are great , nice staff and for the price I Highly recommend, I felt it was much better than the past Best Westerns and Quality inns that I have stayed in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitch

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was different but good, photo was a nice thing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was nicely updated and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seemingly freshly renovated... nicely done and super clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean updated rooms, helpful staff at front desk and throughout the hotel. Pool and Tiki bar were great for the families
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time. Everything was clean, everyone was great. The pool was amazing. It exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

cecelia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Giuliana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room and pool area was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

deborah

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent. Recently renovated - nice finishes, very clean, fridge microwave etc. the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms have been fully renovated and seem brand new. The Tiki bar staff are very friendly. Lots of restaurants in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and updated, and very clean. The hotel is along a busy road, so the traffic noise was pretty bad, until 10:00ish. I wondered why they had packets with ear plugs in them, but then I figured it out. Would still consider staying there again though.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly and Karla

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean hotel. Staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

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

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025