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.

Easy parking, great location and I believe they will get better, just not there yet. I am…read moredisappointed I booked this hotel for a week during their growing pains. The other patrons and staff at the bar in the evenings commiserated as well about their experiences. I ran into a wonderful man, Hudson from Brazil, who is the project manager for the hotel and was observed working on finishing touches this week and working hard. Email me if you have any questions as I share the following review: At Check in - was not told about amenities or reward points system. MANAGEMENT has been scurrying about this week, agitated and trying to figure things out during the new ownership. The growing pains of transferring ownership are apparent and transferred to the hotel clients. Here are examples: SUSTAINABILITY: Every floor has a room with an ice machine, microwave and water/seltzer dispenser at the vending room temperature is 20 degrees hotter than the hallways. Every room has glass water bottles which you have to refill. I wonder how they clean these bottles? The neck is pretty tight. Great concept although not sure how sanitary. The front office manager screamed or spoke in a high tone to the staff looking for receipts - save it for a time when customers aren't around. OR talk softly to your staff in your office. BAR area: The POS System at the bar... not working & Limited wine selection. Evening lighting in the restaurant bar area - doesn't need to be full force. They preach energy efficiency and sustainability but don't practice it. Dim the lights! BILLING: Destination fees: not explained at the front desk, even if you dont use the shuttle, or the medites, you are charged AMENITIES: wading pool was closed, outside seating area was not accessible, the shuttle is by appointment (if you know about it), and the gym .. well just average hotel equipment. COFFEE: Is this coffee discrimination? not served or available in the lobby. They offer tea for free but you have to pay for coffee. The practice is inconsistent...One day, you get coffee in the lobby, one day in the staff office, one day the restaurant gives you a cup... and then suddenly you have to pay for it using a coffee machine located in the little shop. Staff aren't sure, and I asked and received different responses. Day 5 - they just started offering coffee in the lobby area, for a photo shoot only. Day 6 - you have to pay although if you are a Delta Airline worker, you get coffee for free. The restaurant response "let me look for some cups" one day. IN ROOM EXPERIENCE: The Mixpresso machines in room don't work 100% of the time, and pods are espresso pods. They have cute sipping cups which is all you get from the machine - a few sips worth. The clothes steamer works well in the room, the hair dryers are old and two died on me this week, the decorations are modern with wood like flooring. You don't get extra comforters, just the sheets and a blanket. Bathrooms are spacious. Bed is comfortable. Air conditioner / fan is loud. The rooms are vinyls wood and lift easily - they need to use better glue. They have carpet runners on both sides of the bed and weren't glued down straight, great concept, but when yo try to straighten them, the wood flooring comes undone. FRONT DESK STAFF: staff are not empowered, the response of "I don't know, I am new here, the staff called out and I cannot leave the front desk, or we don't have a shower cap or extra coffee pods or extra blankets", are just not customer service. On weekend the staff had her son playing on the computer at the desk. Adopt a "Get to Yes" culture here. HOUSEKEEPING staff: they apparently have two different groups, one that gathers towels and wipes down the room, and one that replenishes? The first few nights I did not get replenishment of cups or coffee pods, and was told that is not what I do.

Stayed here for two nights, picking this place as it was the least expensive of the "higher end"…read morehotels I was looking at. Very glad we stayed... Our las trip to Sarasota included a somewhat less-than-pleasant stay at an economy motel. I promised myself I would find something better - and luckily I did. Hotel Indigo is still a bit pricey, but as the saying goes - you get what you pay for, and in the case of this locale - you get a lot. The building looks very nice from the outside, there's plenty of free parking (a plus in my book) to be had, and you are greeted by a beautiful lobby, well furnished and staff that are friendly and accommodating from the moment we walked in. I will admit, we had some hiccups - I reserved a King Bed Room, non-smoking, and all they had to offer was a room with two Queen's - no big deal. I had the devil-of-a-time trying to get their small cappuccino machine in the room to work. They had someone come to the room and show me how to function it. Our keys stopped working after just a few hours - no problem, the front desk fixed it right away. I mention these as examples of the exemplary customer service we received - a breath of fresh air that I truly enjoyed. The rooms are very chicly furnished - you can get yourself complimentary water from a machine that offers not only cold water but hot, ambient, and sparkling - this was a treat. Checking was fast and easy, and checking out is as simple as dropping off your room cards at the front desk - no fuss. You really can't ask for more. We will be back to Sarasota in a month's time - this will be the place we stay without any hesitation, but certainly with a "reservation".

We stayed at the Art Ovation Hotel this week for a work meeting, and everything about our stay was…read moreexcellent. The hotel was clean, well-maintained, and the staff was truly outstanding from start to finish. A special highlight of our trip was our shuttle driver, Richard ("Rich"). He went above and beyond in every way. When one of our group started feeling under the weather, Rich was kind enough to take us to Walgreens to grab sinus medication. Later that evening, he drove us to a restaurant that had a two-hour wait. Instead of dropping us off and leaving it at that, he willingly drove us around to help find another option with a shorter wait. Rich even suggested a fantastic Italian restaurant he had personally been to before--and it turned out to be amazing. His willingness to help, local knowledge, and positive attitude truly made our visit memorable. Because of employees like Rich, our experience at Art Ovation Hotel exceeded expectations. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it.

We absolutely loved our stay at Art Ovation. My family and I needed a place to stay while…read morerelocating, we made the right choice at Art Ovation! The staff was so friendly and accommodating to my dog Martian and newborn baby boy. We had a wonderful time and felt so welcomed by everyone. The beds were comfortable, breakfast was delicious and location was perfect! Thank you Art Ovation for going above and beyond for us :)

This was my second stay at this hotel. I absolutely love the location , very walkable, nice…read morerestaurants and close to the marina . And only 15 min drive to Siesta Key beach. The hotel itself is overpriced in my opinion. There are "destination" fees of $28/ day but you can use it as a credit in their restaurant. Make sure you use it because you will be charged either way. Pet fee was $75, my pup loved the room and going on walks nearby but there wasn't a designated pet relief area which would've been nice for night time . However the area is extremely walkable. Parking was about $40 / night I think but we parked on the street for free. Breakfast is included and their buffet is decent. Be sure to get your omelette made to order by Rayna. Also, make sure you don't miss their nightly reception hour with two free drinks and light snacks. The rooms are large and are your typical embassy suite with kitchenette area and living room. Beds were super comfy and the shower was nice and hot. All of the staff was very friendly and super accommodating. I wish the pool was heated or they had a hot tub because it is absolutely gorgeous but too cold during my stay. All in all, a great choice for the area! I would definitely stay again but I would be sure to price around because there are quite a few hotels in the area.

The hotel room was nice and clean and had a separate living room area away from the bed. Each…read more"room" had a TV. The hotel amenities included complimentary breakfast, daily $28 restaurant credit, and daily drink vouchers. We took advantage of the restaurant credit for snacks and dessert. The food was pretty decent and we enjoyed the conch fritters and turkey club.

Older hotel, but great rooms and customer service!…read more The check in process was smooth, and they offered a free mixed drink. If I drank, I would've had a couple as my crew loved them lol. They have an onsite restaurant that serves food all day, a full bar, and a market on the lobby level. On the lower lobby, there is a nice sized gym, huge pool with slides, fire pits, bikes you can use, cornhole, and several conference rooms. There is a dock directly behind the hotel, which offers boat rentals as well. It's located near the Ribgling museum, and there are fireworks most nights. My balcony was such a fun spot to enjoy my drink and watch the show. 5 stars!

We bought a day pass to the resort for a day the week between Christmas and NYE 2024. The…read morepool/resort area was nicely maintained. The other resort guests were respectful and just the right amount of chatty. The sun comes in the backside of the hotel so if you've ever turn your beach lounge chair around pointing towards the canal and the Ritz-Carlton, you can full sun all day. It's fun to watch the different boats who dock in this canal go in and out. Kyle at the front desk was very nice, explained everything we needed to know about using our day pass, and got us on our way. There is a free shuttle from the hotel to the beach that's also included with the day pass, which was a nice benefit. There are towels located right before you go out to the pool area. A guest who was staying here also said you can fish right off the canal and go out on kayaks and paddle boards. The food and beverages were decent enough, and not ridiculously overpriced. The pool was a little chilly, but felt great when I needed a quick dip. Would consider staying here on vacation instead of just getting a day pass.

The 18 story tall Westin Sarasota has breathtaking views of Sarasota Bay with 255 beautifully…read moreappointed guest rooms & suites. It's located in Sarasota's arts district, in close proximity of the city's best theater, arts, beaches and 10 minutes from the airport. The location was great were able to walk to restaurants, theaters, the farmers market, and parks. There is a full-service restaurant, spa, and a spectacular rooftop incorporating a large pool, ample deck space, lounge area with fire features, a bar and food services with views of Sarasota Bay that many say has the best sunsets in all of Florida. We stayed at the Westin in Sarasota for three nights. We valeted our car and tried to check in at 2:30. Maria at the front desk told us it would be a few minutes and we can sit in the lobby and wait. We opted to wear a bracelet and go up to the pretty rooftop. An hour later, we waited on the check in line again and were told that our room would not be ready until 4 o'clock. At 3:40 we received a text that our room was ready. Our Suite #1804 was impressive. We had a balcony overlooking the marina & city, a sitting area, a wet bar and a spacious bathroom. Our room was equipped with two large screen televisions, a Keurig at the wet bar, a king size signature heavenly bed, floor to ceiling windows with panoramic views, a safe, a desk, magnifying mirror ... The gym had cardio & strength training machines as well as free weights. Headphones, towels and water were provided. The 19th floor rooftop pool had lots of seating and a full bar restaurant. Our delicious complementary breakfast buffet was served in the lobby restaurant. We enjoyed a drink on the rooftop one evening and watch the sunset. The beautiful spa on 3 had availability for facials, manicures & massages. Shuttle service could take us to Lido Beach, Saint Armands Key, the airport or downtown.

Attended a conference at the Westin and found it to be very comfortable. The staff is very friendly…read moreand attentive. The hotel is well maintained, comfortable and they did an excellent job handling the event. The meeting room, a/v and WiFi all worked well. The room itself was comfortable. I did find it a bit difficult to regulate the temperature particularly at night. The biggest challenges I had was with the bedding and specifically the duvet as it continued to slide off the bed and was generally cumbersome. Otherwise it was an excellent stay.

This hotel is situated in a great location, so I didn't need to use my car for the whole week!…read more The place is artsy and cozy, which is a nice vibe. The staff is friendly but like others mentioned, do not call down for the valet because they will not recieve the message and you will be waiting for your car for a while. The ammenities leave a lot to be desired but there is an outside terrace on the ground level which is nice and has firepits.

Charming!! Perfect location and very fair price!!…read more The check in process could not have gone any better! Friendly service and helpful suggestions! (The front desk staff even remembered my name!) The hotel itself is clean, spacious, and very boutique -y! My room overlooked the courtyard, which was pretty at night, although I did have to remember to shut my curtains!! The pool was beautiful, and all of the amenities like the food and bar were great. The valet team was also great.

This was most definitely the best stay I've ever had. I travel a lot but The Inn is now near and…read moredear to my heart. Upon check in, Paige gave us a tour of the place and our unit. We stayed in the Nook which is a one bed/one bath dog friendly unit. The property is absolutely beautiful! The plants/flowers/fruits, the pool, 2 grills, a fire-pit under the cabana; just to name a few highlights. One of many favorites is the fact that they have made it convenient for their guests to use the floats in the pool. If you head to the beach they provide beach/pool towels in the unit but outside they have a section where you can borrow beach wagons, beach chairs, umbrellas, and those foam surf boards I can't think of the name. They also have balls, sand castle making kits and various outdoor games. There are also some bikes you can use! In the unit- NOTHING WAS MISSED! Towels galore, the kitchen fully stocked with utensils and anything you may need. The bathroom was absolutely gorgeous! The bed is super comfy, king sized. I absolutely loved the high-tech stuff such as the AC remotes being available separately in the living room and bedroom; the rooms also had remote controlled ceiling fan/light. This unit is so CLEAN...I mean...certified neat freak clean. I genuinely couldn't believe the other reviews mentioning how clean everything was- now I am witness. I love it here! Location is phenomenal! The beach is right across the street and it truly is the pretties and cleanest beach! The village is 3 blocks away, we went once but the other times we DoorDashed food in...convenience, ya know! Paige, Gabe, Jeff and (I believe) Rhonda are absolutely amazing. They are so welcoming- I felt right at home!

We were here in March which was high season. The room was clean and cute, new bed and pillows that…read morewe loved and went out and bought the same. Staff very friendly and helpful. I hope they survived the hurricanes for we'd love to come back to this spot

Drunkin Noodle here: While walking Lido beach a local…read morefriendly recommendation this spot for drinks, so of course we went. Pina colada was really good, the lime colada was a bit waterly but overall a great coolndown watering hole.

Amazing best bartenders hands down at the tiki bar Brian and Sam ! Get a rum punch add coconut !read more

Stayed here for 3 nights. Loved every single night. Really nice place. The people I met at the pool…read moreended up being cool too they wanted a photoshoot with my truck. Had a great time and will be back here again

Carlisle Inn is an absolutely wonderful Amish-owned modern hotel property with amazing staff and…read morebeautiful new and modern rooms. I decided to upgrade and get the Deluxe Room with Kitchen, and it was very spacious, clean, and extremely well decorated. It was so nice to have a full-sized kitchen and fridge in the room although we did not cook during our stay. The breakfast buffet included hot items like scrambled eggs as well as continental breakfast, and it was delicious. We asked for a late checkout and were granted the request as it gave us extra time on the beach our last day. The value for the price paid cannot be beat. It is the best deal in the area. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality ! We will return one day.