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 !

We were truly shocked and disappointed to learn that the Sarasota Ritz-Carlton eliminated its…read moretraditional Mother's Day Brunch Buffet in 2026 after decades of providing a luxury holiday dining experience for loyal guests and local families. For generations, many of us have celebrated Mother's Day and Father's Day at this location. Especially after the hardships families endured following the recent hurricanes, it was heartbreaking to see such a beloved tradition suddenly removed and replaced with what felt like a far less luxurious alternative. What makes this even more surprising is that other Ritz-Carlton locations across Florida and beyond continue to offer their renowned holiday brunch buffets. Luxury resorts are expected to maintain the traditions and elevated experiences that guests return for year after year. The decision also reflects a larger decline in consistency at this location, including noticeable reductions in buffet quality and offerings during other holidays such as Easter. Loyal members and longtime guests have noticed these changes, and many are now choosing to celebrate elsewhere. We have supported this resort for over 20 years, bringing multiple generations of mothers, grandmothers, and families to celebrate special occasions. To remove such an iconic tradition with very little notice was deeply disappointing. We sincerely hope management reconsiders these decisions moving forward, because many loyal locals and longtime guests no longer feel this location reflects the luxury and five-star experience it once proudly represented. The Field Family, Robinson Family & Many more

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

Been coming here for decades as a visitor - not an owner. Bottom line opinion is that Limetree…read moreResort provides a consistently excellent value. Yes, you can find fancier places with more amenities, but Limetree delivers what is important for a safe family friendly gulf beach experience. Read on to learn why...... Staff: office, maintenance and housekeeping staff were exceptional. They were always welcoming and helpful while their workspaces were totally professional - organized, neat and tidy. Facility: Rental condos were exactly as described, stocked as promised and clean. FYI - Visitors in one unit (No 120) reportedly experienced a consistent humming from electrical systems adjacent. Also, the Internet was disrupted by the storm temporarily, but electricity and air conditioning were reliably constant. Washer/dryer units are available for no charge! During our stay, Hurricane Debby passed by, leaving about 17 inches of rain in one day with very gusty winds. Through the weather was dramatic, we never felt in danger. The building felt solid. Whew! We used the community gas grills, the shared PC, bought postcards, and generally enjoyed the same experience we've had over the years. Plenty of parking is available, and the activity center was refreshed where we played ping pong and reviewd books in the lending library. Site: The beach was substantially augmented with crushed shell/sand. It held up to the storm surge like nothing ever happened. Spectacular sunsets were a treat. We saw dolphins, pelicans, gulls, lots of wading birds including a rosette spoonbill! Entertainment: We loved the Tuesday evening one woman band. Beautiful versatile voice and musician - she had the kids, and some adults, up dancing at sunset. A magical treat! Value: For a family friendly, safe, clean on-the-beach experience- it was amazing! In summary - for the experience controlled/managed by the Limetree, the overall rating is a solid 5 (best). It's what we've come to expect after many years of visits. We hope they continue for our future generations. However - there were some non-controllable factors that downgraded our visitor experience. 1) Temporarily, construction noise from a new development. Swiveling tower cranes, clanging metal, banging, truck traffic immediately adjacent to the Limetree on the north side occurs during the day. We experienced noise from about 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This was not a surprise because Limetree staff informed us of the work. Yet we were grateful to be on the south side of the facility - a little further away. 2) Other people: We were surprised to hear late night (after closing) loud pool parties on several evenings. They stopped before midnight but still it was not expected. We were also disappointed to see people pitch camp (umbrellas, chairs, etc.) between our rented cabanas and the beach - which obstructed our water view. Apparently, there is a public beach strip between Limetree property and the waterline available to anyone. Thus, Limetree could not force them to move, yet, we are used to a Limetree community of kindness - not competition. Thus, the atmosphere at times seemed less friendly this trip. Like the uncontrollable weather, I don't allow these external issues affect the Limetree rating. We'll be back.

My Mother purchased a unit from her friend in the early 1980's. Our family had been traveling to…read moreLido Beach since 1969. My aunt & uncle purchased pre- construction 2 units in the building next door, prior to Limetree became a time share & we stayed there every year. They also had a studio unit when Limetree opened but never used. Once Mom bought her unit we would transfer to that unit for our 2nd week. These units were for Mom, my sister, me & any grandchildren invited on that vacation. Basically girls only & kids which excluded my Dad, brothers, and later my sister's husband & mine. My Mom did purchase a week that was Memorial Day & rented this week as kids were still in school. However I got married on May 30th & Mom gave us the week. My husband had never been to Florida & thereafter we went every year & eventually using week 24 once Mom no longer wanted to go to Sarasota circa 2006 or so. My husband took a great interest in the turtles & took it upon himself to enforce no lights on the beach & early morning strolls & volunteering unofficially with conservationists by identifying new tracks & nests. He became known as " The Turtle Man of Lido Beach" by these conservationists & Limetree Resort. He learned a great deal & was advised to get certified as a volunteer but it was a 6 week course that due to the fact we lived & worked in Illinois & came to Florida for 2 weeks in June was not an option, plus really not necessary. This resort has truly been our home away from home with our annual Limetree friends , the beach, St. Armando Circle's favorite restaurants & stores , & a feeling that comes over me hearing & seeing the Gulf upon arrival that envelopes me, mind & spirit at peace, all concerns or troubles forgotten. There is no comparison to hotel stays as just another guest & Limetree's attention to providing amenities & supplies so you feel at home & as sense of belonging. Last year was the first year in more than 50 years I could not do my annual vacation to Sarasota due to a change in ownership to another family member of both weeks. Rest assured that Myrtle Beach does not hold a candle in any way to Lido Beach & will either rent or purchase a unit in June or August 2026 to ensure Limetree is the only destination for my vacation come what may.

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

Excellent lotion! Friendly and helpful staff! Clean rooms. Our cottage had a private patio and…read morejacuzzi. A quiet and fun resort!

Rented one of the reverse living units for the month of February 2023…read more The Good Stuff This is an excellent location with a great view of Sarasota Bay/Bird Island that has a sunrise view and loads of wildlife. It is within walking distance of 3 nice restaurants and convenient beach access. The staff was quite friendly. The Bad Stuff 1. For the first two weeks the adjoining duplex unit took advantage of the "fur-baby" policy and brought 2 dogs that barked. A lot. All accompanied by the owners yelling at the dogs to not bark. 2. The unit is old and has a beaten down look to it with lights that stayed on all the time, ones that didn't work at all and other work that looked as though it was done by armatures that watched You Tube videos to try their hand a DIY work 3. The unit is decorated in an early-attic, late basement, rummage sale motif. Although the bed was comfortable and the downstairs den was decent, everything else was low-end 4. The kitchen could only seat 4 and was ill equipped with utensils, cookware and china which had the rummage sale-goodwill store feel. The bad stuff noted above is all predicated on the eye-popping cost of $646/day ($18,000 for the month). Based on the cost we expected a much better unit and experience. From other review it appear that most people stayed for long weekends in the cottage units which I presume are in better shape, however, our experience in the duplex was not worth the money.

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.

This is our absolute favorite place to come!! Everyone is so kind to us and knows our name when we…read morearrive! The kitchens in the rooms are fantastic and we make most of our meals there. That Wolf Stove!!! Amazing!! Plan ahead and schedule a massage because you will LOVE it!! We love having our beach chairs and umbrellas set up for us! And the pool area is just right. We love that it's not a huge resort - feels cozy there.

Stay at The Ritz Carlton or Lido beach resort!!! I am from…read moreSiesta Key by birth and I come home three times a year to visit... i thought this time ill stay at the Hyatt Residency since my whole life growing up I had seen them shining on siesta looking beautiful. The price is high $600+ per night but I do like good service so I thought this time I would give it a whirl.... HUGE MISTAKE!!!!! Usually i stay at Lido Beach or Ritz & I will for sure be doing that from now on. This place is a huge disappointment. EVERYDAY we were woken up at 7am to carpet construction happening throughout the building & when they weren't ripping the carpets up & leaving crime scene tape across your room door every time you do in or out - you get to rip down tape. There are no signs saying why there is tape hanging everywhere just tools left lying in walkways everywhere. They left the carpet peeled back with carpet glue exposed in the whole hallway from the elevator & I stepped in it ruining my sand led & pants there was glue all over. I asked for the manager and there was NO MANAGER ON SITE THE ENTIRE HOLIDAY WEEKEND!!!! Are you kidding me? The power wash i g & pounding at 7am continued the entire trip, we were exhausted. When i did finally speak to the manager on our check out day ... she said she would follow up & take care of all the issues. LIE! This has not happened at all i have $430 of ruined clothes because they do not understand how to close a wing down as they do repairs. It's the Hyatt you can afford it. You dont charge someone $600 a night to vacation through construction. We will never do another Hyatt again. I was told this issue would be handled swiftly... it's now 2 months later & I haven't gotten a single response. Such service lol

Stayed at Lido Beach Resort for 4 nights, two different rooms which were in two different buildings…read more, first room was less spacious, but still a beautiful room, stayed in that room for 1 night, the other room was amazing, huge room, big balcony, kitchenette, the shower even had two shower heads (3 if you include handheld), rooms were always clean, with chocolates and mouthwash left after being cleaned every evening, restaurant on 8th floor had a beautiful view of sunset and good breakfast and dinner, there is a mini cafe in lobby of other building with a delicious pb+j smoothie and a even better blueberry muffin, and you can buy the mix, cafe also has snacks, candy, drinks, coffee, breakfast sandwiches,etc. The mini cafe also sells sunscreen, aloe,hats, shirts, sunglasses, medicine, and more! Outside is wild, in between two buildings is a decorative stream with sitting areas and fire pits, there is a tiki bar with delicious food and drinks, I got the smash-burger and it was amazing, not just crappy reheated food, this was actual cooked goodness, there are two beautiful pools, one for adults, one for kids and adults. Music is played which makes it feel like a lively pool party all day, and, possibly the best part of this, beach access, a beautiful beach filled with shells, has beautiful, warm, turquoise water. Both beach and pool are nice and lukewarm, and are perfect temperature. It is right near a little area called St.Armands Circle, which I would definitely recommend going to. All in all, this place was great, will be back

Lots of great aspects of this resort. The staff is great (very friendly and helpful)!…read more The common areas are beautiful and provide a casual beach elegance. The two restaurants are very nice, each in their own way. The two pools are very nice and one is an adult only pool (which is a great feature). The one significant downside is the fact that the all of the facilities are available to the public. People who are not guests can simply walk off the beach and use the pools (the towels are available without a room pass) and dine at either of the restaurants. Also the food at the restaurants is spotty in quality.

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

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.