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Lido Beach Resort

700 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
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Non-Smoking
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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

When you stay at Lido Beach Resort in Sarasota, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Lido Beach and 13 minutes by foot from St. Armands Circle. This beach resort is 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Siesta Key Beach and 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from IMG Academy.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Lido Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
South Lido Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
St. Armands Circle - 1.1 km / 0.7 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
Quick Point Nature Reserve - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Causeway Park - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Islandside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club - 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
Sarasota County Visitor Information Center and History Museum - 5.9 km / 3.6 mi

The nearest major airport is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 11.2 km / 7 mi

Rooms

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.

Dining

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.

Amenities & features

Spend the day on the private beach or dip into one of the 2 outdoor pools. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

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

Check-in 4:00 PM - midnight
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • 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 allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 14
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 30
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • We allow small dogs up to 20 lbs
  • with a $100.00 non-refundable deposit.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 45.20 per accommodation, per night
  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 25 for adults, and USD 6 to 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night<

Know before you go

  • Contactless check-out is available.