Lido Beach Resort
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL, USSee what's available
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About this property
Lido Beach Resort is a 4-star independent resort located on Lido Beach in Sarasota, Florida. The property features 223 rooms, including 56 suites. Positioned directly on the sand, the resort sits just steps from Lido Beach and a 13-minute walk to St. Armands Circle, offering immediate beach access and convenient shopping nearby.
All 222 guestrooms include refrigerators, flat-screen televisions, and complimentary wireless internet. Private bathrooms are stocked with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Each room features a safe and desk, with daily housekeeping service. Cable programming and room service (limited hours) are available. Guests rate the rooms 4.4 out of 5 for comfort.
The resort offers on-site dining at Drift Restaurant, which features a bar and ocean views, along with one poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for an additional fee, and room service is available during limited hours.
Recreation options include direct access to a private beach, two outdoor pools, and one hot tub. The property offers snorkeling and surfing on site, with beach volleyball available. Additional amenities include two pools with sun loungers, a fitness center, concierge services, business center, gift shops, and a 24-hour front desk. Water sports nearby include kayaking, sailing, and water skiing. Bicycle and scooter rentals are available in the area, as are hiking and biking trails.
The resort is located 9.1 miles from Siesta Key Beach and 13.6 miles from IMG Academy. Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is 7 miles away, with taxi service available for approximately $15 each way. The property is wheelchair accessible, featuring accessible parking, elevators, and accessible amenities throughout. An electric car charging station is on-site.
Check-in is available from 4:00 PM to midnight, with check-out at 11:00 AM. The resort welcomes small dogs up to 20 pounds with a $100 non-refundable deposit, and up to two pets per room are permitted. Service animals are allowed and exempt from fees.
Location & nearby attractions
Lido Beach - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
South Lido Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
St. Armands Circle - 1 km / 0.6 mi
South Lido Lookout Bridge - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Sarasota BayWalk - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Links on Longboat - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Marina Jack - 5 km / 3.1 mi
Florida Studio Theatre - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi
Sarasota Opera House - 5.2 km / 3.3 mi
Bayfront Park - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe - 6.7 km / 4.1 mi
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi
The nearest major airport is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 11.2 km / 7 mi
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
The Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is 7 miles from the resort. Taxi service to the airport is approximately $15 each way.
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
- We allow small dogs up to 20 lbs, with a $100.00 non-refundable deposit.
Fees & policies
- Resort fee: $45.20 per accommodation, per night
- Beach access
- Beach towels
- Business center/computer access
- Concierge service
- Fitness center access
- In-room bottled water
- In-room safe
- Laundry facilities
- Newspaper
- Phone calls
- Pool access
- Self parking
- Shuttle service
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $6 to 25 for adults, and $6 to 25 for children
- Valet parking fee: $20 per night (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: $100 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Crib (infant bed) fee: $10 per night
- Rollaway bed fee: $20 per night
Know before you go
- Contactless check-out is available.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lido Beach Resort?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - midnight. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Lido Beach Resort located?
Lido Beach Resort is located at 700 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL, US.
What attractions are near Lido Beach Resort?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Lido Beach - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi South Lido Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi St. Armands Circle - 1 km / 0.6 mi South Lido Lookout Bridge - 2 km / 1.2 mi Sarasota BayWalk - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi Links on Longboat - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi Marina Jack - 5 km / 3.1 mi Florida Studio Theatre - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi Sarasota Opera House - 5.2 km / 3.3 mi Bayfront Park - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe - 6.7 km / 4.1 mi Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 6.7 km / 4.2 mi The nearest major airport is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 11.2 km / 7 mi
How do I get to Lido Beach Resort?
The Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is 7 miles from the resort. Taxi service to the airport is approximately $15 each way. Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at Lido Beach Resort?
Grab a bite at Drift Restaurant, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
What amenities does Lido Beach Resort offer?
Lido Beach Resort features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Pool, Gym, Restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly.
What are the rooms like at Lido Beach Resort?
Make yourself at home in one of the 222 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Is Lido Beach Resort pet-friendly?
Yes, Lido Beach Resort is pet-friendly. We allow small dogs up to 20 lbs, with a $100.00 non-refundable deposit.
What fees should I know about at Lido Beach Resort?
Resort fee: $45.20 per accommodation, per night. Beach access. Beach towels. Business center/computer access. Concierge service. Fitness center access. In-room bottled water. In-room safe. Laundry facilities. Newspaper. Phone calls. Pool access. Self parking. Shuttle service. Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $6 to 25 for adults, and $6 to 25 for children. Valet parking fee: $20 per night (in/out privileges). Pet fee: $100 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Crib (infant bed) fee: $10 per night. Rollaway bed fee: $20 per night.
What should I know before staying at Lido Beach Resort?
Contactless check-out is available.