I'd like to say something nice about this place but all I can come up with is that it's clean and…read morethe beds are comfortable. The staff needs retraining as they are not helpful or accommodating. I had issues from check in to check out. All the construction made things very inconvenient and they nickel and dime you with so many extra fees on top of the premium price they charge. I only stayed here because my brother and his family were booked there but I would have stayed at the Margaritaville if I had a redo. I cannot recommend the Diplomat hotel and it's hard to believe it's part of the Hilton brand.

Rm. 228 was amazing. Clean, stocked with kitchen stuff, beds were good. Really, really cute beach…read moreDecour. Somebody has a good eye for designing. Would stay here again definitely. Shower is wonderful and updated. Beach chairs in the closet. All tile floor throughout. The chairs at the dining room table need those little carpet pads stickers under them. I'm sure we probably annoyed our downstairs neighbors every time we moved a chair. Whoops

Wonderful Resort on the beach. Stayed in C15, completely remodeled, updated and well maintained…read more Unobstructive view of the Gulf and pool, tennis and pickleball courts, heated pool, grilling area, fully equipped kitchen and on site office staff. Great place to chill out in the sun and sand.

I came here with my family for a mini getaway vacation, we were a really big party of 15 guests and…read morewe occupied 3 different condos that had an ocean front. From the moment I stepped in and looked out the balcony it looked like something out of a movie, the water was just a mere steps away from our balcony and we can hear the oceans crashing by when we opened the sliding doors. It was incredible! The rooms is my specific condo we're clean, organized, and spacious where as much as 6 people fit in it, with a full kitchen as well. I ended up working here since I have the ability to work from my laptop and the WiFi was phenomenal given that about 5 of us were on it simultaneously. Being able to work with a view like that was something out of a dream. I highly recommend renting out umbrellas and chairs if you are coming in the summer. It came out to $120 for the week and that included both the chairs and umbrella. Each condo is only allowed to rent up to 2 umbrellas but you can take as many chairs as you want that can fit under the two. The ability to wake up every morning and dive into the ocean in mere seconds was priceless. I also got to enjoy many sunsets from the comfort of the condo, while playing board games with the family. I wouldn't trade the time I had here for anything in the world. I will definitely be coming back and making more memories here soon.

Been coming here 35 years or more. Not a fancy high end resort, but it is a comfortable,…read morewell-maintained place to stay with friendly staff and multiple generations of my family have enjoyed staying here over the years.

Nice if you have never been to a beach/have low expectations…read more Pros- -it is quiet -Nice that they have beach chairs and umbrellas -The pool is heated and very comfortable -Kitchen was equipped, and enjoyed having grills (and tools) on site Cons (resort) - towel exchange is only once a week from 9-12. Impractical for a family of 4 staying there. -Turn down service is only once a week (on Fri). And if you aren't staying a full week past Fri they don't even do turn down service- was never informed of this, nor does it state that in the welcome binder. -pool area closes at sunset. Who wants to use a hot tub only during the day when it is 80°? Cons (area) -Red tide. Coughing constantly- this was enough to make me not want to return. -Traffic is terrible- every day. With the exception of a few restaurants down the road you have to drive to Sarasota for everything, which is at least an hour. -the water at the beach was freezing. If you enjoy swimming in the ocean this is not the place (at least in Feb) -Got bit/tore up by sand fleas- have never had this happen at a beach in my life. For the price in maintenance fees it's not worth it to stay here.

I've stayed at Zota Beach Resort multiple times, so this experience was extremely disappointing…read more Right after checking in, I noticed the bathroom was not clean. The floor was sticky, had a strange odor, and overall felt dirty. Later that night, we returned around 10:00 PM to our outdoor-access room and found our neighbors hosting a karaoke party on their balcony with a TV, multiple chairs, and a large speaker. The noise was so loud we could clearly hear it inside our room, and it was even shaking the walls. We tried to be patient until 11:00 PM, but the party continued. I called the front desk three separate times, and although they said someone would check on it, nothing was done. One staff member was also very rude and even hung up on me. We aren't the type to complain, but the noise was unbearable -- even with headphones on. For a resort that promotes relaxation, this was unacceptable. Between the cleanliness issues and the lack of staff support, this stay did not meet the standards Zota should be known for.

1. The grounds, lobby & common area are beautiful 2. The…read morestaff is exceptionally friendly & professional 3. The pool is beautiful / patio well furniture 4. The location is the best! 5. The food is good We attended a wedding, which is a perfect location for those who are planning future weddings. The coordinator (not sure if it was in house) did an amazing job. We made the reservation informing them that we are with a wedding group, but we didn't get the wedding group price break like others ‍ The rooms are beautiful but the bed was too firm for us. But none of this would keep us from returning.

I loved staying at The Sandpiper Inn! Old Florida right on The Gulf. Sorry to hear they closed…read more Hoping it opens again.

Absolutely a gem in hiding, perfect location- quiet and the rooms are like a one bedroom apartment…read morefull kitchen, the beach is amazing white powdery sand , shells and sunsets for days , laundry is available for small fee , grounds are well manicured. We would definitely come back and stay !

We checked in today and were shocked to discover we were given the worst unit on the property.In…read moreour 25yrs of exchanges this is the absolute worst. We are literally looking over a parking lot and main road.In addition the front desk person although elderly was lackadaisical and lacked the authority to make a deciscion.Very disappointed and would not reccomend. What a complete waste of an exchange and money.

Look at the stunning vistas and the magnificent beauty of the sea…read more Magnificent..utterly magnificent. Five stars easily.

As we pack up to leave on this beautiful Saturday morning, we reflect on what a relaxing,…read moredelightful time we have spent here! As others have noted in their reviews, Ken and Jeff are constantly working to keep up this lovely family resort. It is clean and landscaped beautifully, and the rooms are just right! With a sitting area in our two bedroom, we enjoyed the recliner and couch as we watched movies in the evening. In our full kitchen, we stocked the refrigerator from the local Publix and made our breakfast and lunch, which we packed for the beach. Many guests chose to grill out as we saw when we would load up to go to a local restaurant for dinner, but we preferred eating out! On our first night at Hurricane Hanks restaurant down the road, we met up with a resident who offered us more ideas for restaurants for dinner. There's nothing like walking right out onto the beach to spend a morning watching the waves, seeing dolphins frolic, observing osprey catching their breakfast, and swimming in the water among schools of fish. Many of the guests knew each other from yearly vacations, and we have already made our reservation for next year! Anna Maria Island is quiet and family friendly. White Sands Resort offers shuffleboard and corn hole right next to the pool, but the best show is the sunset. On our first night, we were surprised to see how many lined the beach to see God's beauty, of course clapping at the end! Thank you to Ken, Jeff, Joy, and Esther for a wonderful stay. We wish you the best in the coming year, and we look forward to seeing you again!

We've been coming to Ana Maria Island for 30 years always renting a different place every time…read moreanyway we stumbled upon White Sands Beach resort maybe two years ago and it was absolutely spectacular the rooms are just perfect the bedding is comfortable the white sand is blinding and the color of the water is absolutely spectacular. Most of the folks that go here come back year after year and I understand why. Nothing like a family owned business they were card and it shows. I will be back.

Beach? Pampering? This is the place. We brought guests and got lounge chairs, umbrellas and food…read moreplus drink. Only caveat, you must be a member or hotel guest to utilize facilities.

Great improvement since visiting in May. Program to improve facilities. Increased amenities…read moreincluded in resort fee. Staff had much better demeanor; friendly, professional and responsive. Text line for needs produce quick results. Getting its swagger back.

Corner room with a wraparound balcony overlooking the ocean -- hard to beat. This place really…read moredelivers on the experience. The room was spacious with a full setup (king bed, pull-out couch, kitchen, living area), and the bathroom was large and well maintained. Housekeeping was fast and the staff checked in often to make sure we had everything we needed. If you're looking for a relaxing stay with a great view, this is it.

Needed a quick getaway and found this beautiful remodeled resort. It is in a great location right…read moreon the beach. The grounds are maintained and the pool is clean and spacious. There is no restaurant or bar on site, but there are some close by with a 5 to 10 drive. The staff is friendly, attentive and helpful. We were able to head to the beach while we waited to get our room, since we were early. There are loungers and chairs at the beach and it is first come first serve. The same applies to the pool. All rooms have ocean view, but our room was the one closest to the street, so we didnt get the same view as the ones up front. They have 2nd floor and a ground level rooms. The rooms are remodeled with an ocean theme, making it welcoming and getting that vacation feel. I did nit give it a 5 star due to the ac and all the humidity that you can feel at night. Not sure if it was our ac or just being too close to the beach that it was super stuffy, smelled a bit like mildew and it was uncomfortable to sleep. It is pricey, specially during the holidays but a nice hotel with an awesome beach

What an amazing resort on the water. The Ritz Carlton never…read moredisappoints me no matter which city I'm visiting. The incredible views from this hotel is one of my Florida favorites by far. Located near downtown, this luxury resort will accommodate any traveler. Rooms are spacious , room service is wonderful and location is perfect. If you want luxury and relaxation while enjoying the most amazing sunsets, this is your resort !

Since Ritz has let themselves go down the lower class route of training their employees, you can…read moretell where corporate has focused their attention. Their attention is NOT on this Sarasota property. It is NOT the same quality as it was in the past. This particular property is decent for ppl that never get out w kids or wedding guests that need to do bulk bookings for a few days. Anyone that travels regularly will see a big downgrade. I rented a house after staying here for 4 days. I won't be back.