Such a beautiful setting! If you're looking for a hotel that will leave you in awe this will be…read moreyour place. The setting on the inlet is gorgeous. Perfect for a photo opportunities. We came for dinner and cocktails. Sitting outside at Rufa was very pretty. I wish the cocktails had a better pour of alcohol though, but they were certainly beautiful and unique. We had dinner at Jack Dusty's which was more than average, but the setting again, was just absolutely beautiful. I had the pan seared grouper, my husband had cioppino and another in our party had the filet. (No photos of our dinners since we wanted to be present for the whole experience) The sunset was nice, the service was fabulous and top-notch as you would expect a Ritz Carlton to be. Prices are also in line with what you would expect to pay. Don't expect two or three star service and prices. However, if you're trying to leave an impression on someone, this is definitely the place!

The Ritz-Carlton Name Without Ritz-Carlton Standards…read more The Ritz-Carlton Name Without Ritz-Carlton Standards This property is tired, poorly maintained and nowhere close to what anyone should expect from a Ritz-Carlton. The wallpaper was literally separating from the walls, the carpets were dirty and badly worn, and the room had a persistent musty smell. Even the telephone did not work. The condition of the room was bad enough, but the complete lack of responsiveness made the experience worse. When the air-conditioning stopped working, it was extremely difficult to get anyone to take ownership and resolve the problem. The managers appeared indifferent, and every attempt to speak with one was met with the same explanation: they were "in a meeting." The general manager was never available. Luxury hospitality is not simply a recognizable name on the building. It requires well-maintained rooms, responsive management and people who genuinely care when something goes wrong. This hotel failed on all three. The physical condition is unacceptable, the service recovery is practically nonexistent, and management seems either unwilling or unable to address legitimate guest concerns. At Ritz-Carlton prices, guests should not have to chase management for functioning air-conditioning, a working telephone or a room that does not smell musty and look neglected. This property needs a major renovation and, just as importantly, a management team that understands accountability. Until both happen, I cannot recommend staying here.

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.

Private slice of Heaven. Great condos, neighbors, pool,…read morebeach, and sunsets. Relaxing place to recharge your batteries and experience laidback beachbum therapy.

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

We had an amazing stay! Place was cozy and modern. Staff were friendly and welcoming! Close beach…read moreaccess and great food options close to the Inn! We will definitely stay again and recommend to friends and family to consider!

The views to the Sarasota Bay were beautiful and having fishing piers right on the property allowed…read moreus to take back some really good memories. The landscaping and hot tubs were also great to have an enjoy. The place is a beautiful mini getaway. See pics. Nonetheless, when we settled in the room some of us started getting allergies. We understand it may have been due to the dirty vents. So if you go do bring the allergy meds. See pics.

I stayed quite a few years ago and the same owners still exist. I believe management has changed,…read morebut they (owners) never opted to compensate for the extremely poor accommodations. The unit that we were provided was dirty, had a cracked sliding glass door, and paper towels in the bathroom shower window to keep critters out. Additionally, the supposed individual hot tub was slimy and not working. The pillows still were stained with drool stains as they did not even comply with Florida regulations for bedding. Finally, as I complained further I realized that the resort was eligible to house transients. Please avoid this place.

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.

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!

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

Right on the beach , have tried both towers. Palm tower rooms are bigger . Originally didnt want to…read moretry tiki bc of prior review however those must've been before the renovation bc the rooms are just as nice, Just a little smaller! Location is great being ON the beach. Hotel is clean through out. Onsite Drift restaurant is delish!

We had a great stay at Lido Beach Resort! The resort is very clean, and every staff member we…read moreinteracted with was friendly and welcoming. One of our favorite features was the two heated pools, including an adults-only pool. Even when the weather was a little cooler, the water was warm and comfortable. The resort also has direct beach access, and complimentary beach chairs are included for guests. Umbrellas are available for just $15 each, which we thought was very reasonably priced. They also offer food and drinks at the beach. The room rates are affordable for everything the resort offers, and the overall experience exceeded our expectations. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back. Highly recommend!

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.

I had the best stay here, everyone was so helpful and accommodating. The room was spacious and…read moreclean, it had everything we needed and more. The pool was beautiful and very easy access to the beach. The beach chairs and umbrellas were laid out for their guests which was a huge bonus that saved us time and money. I also liked how we were able to text with the hotel, I thought that was also convenient- they also kept checking in on us which was so nice. I will definitely be returning!

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.

We come here every year with the fam! Its such a great memorable experience - the staff is great…read moreand the rooms are lux and reliable. Can't stand the no see ums. And I wish the hotel was more accommodating about swimming late at night! Also the beach club staff are hit or miss in terms of how accommodating they are - esp if you are not a condo owner. But we always manage to get the VIP treatment nonetheless!