Zota Beach Resort

Name: Zota Beach Resort
Address: 4711 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL, 34228, US
Rating: 4

855-229-5934

4711 Gulf of Mexico Dr, Longboat Key, FL, US

4.0Very Good

Hotel amenities

Gym

Laundry

Non-Smoking

Lounge

Pet Friendly

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About this property

Zota Beach Resort is a 4-star beachfront property located in Longboat Key, Florida, with 187 air-conditioned rooms and 24 suites. The resort sits directly on the beach, just a 1-minute drive from Longboat Key Beaches, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking direct ocean access.

Guest rooms feature refrigerators, flat-screen televisions, private balconies, and complimentary wireless internet access. Each room includes a private bathroom with a shower, complimentary toiletries, and a hair dryer. Cable programming is available for in-room entertainment. The property earned a 4.6 out of 5 guest comfort rating, reflecting well-appointed accommodations.

Dining options include Viento Kitchen + Bar, which serves as the property's primary restaurant and features a bar and lounge. A poolside bar is also available for casual refreshment. Full breakfasts are served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for an additional fee. Limited room service is available during designated hours.

Recreational amenities center on the property's private beach access, complemented by an outdoor pool and hot tub. The resort offers complimentary wireless internet throughout, concierge services, and on-site meeting spaces including a ballroom suitable for events. Additional conveniences include a 24-hour front desk, fitness facilities, business center, and dry cleaning and laundry services.

The resort is positioned 7 minutes from Bradenton Beach and approximately 7.1 miles from Lido Beach, with St. Armands Circle located 7.6 miles away. Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) is accessible via 24-hour taxi service for $40 one-way. Ground transportation can be arranged through Gulf Coast Destination Management Company. The property holds a 4.4 out of 5 overall rating based on guest reviews.

Check-in is available from 4:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property is pet-friendly, welcoming dogs up to 75 pounds with a $75 pet fee per stay. Wheelchair-accessible facilities and paths are available throughout the property, and the resort is smoke-free.

Location & nearby attractions

When you stay at Zota Beach Resort in Longboat Key, you'll be on the beach, a 1-minute drive from Longboat Key Beaches and 7 minutes from Bradenton Beach. This beach resort is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Lido Beach and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from St. Armands Circle.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Longboat Key Beaches - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Cannons Marina - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Longboat Key Public Tennis Center - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Jewfish Key - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Bradenton Beach - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Coquina Beach - 7.3 km / 4.5 mi
Leffis Key Preserve - 7.3 km / 4.6 mi
Coquina Baywalk - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi
Coquina Gulfside Park - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Cortez Beach - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi
Bridge Street - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi
Bradenton Beach Marina - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi
Historic Bridge Street Pier - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi
Quick Point Nature Reserve - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi
Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club - 9.9 km / 6.1 mi

The nearest airports are:
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 22.2 km / 13.8 mi
St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 66.9 km / 41.6 mi

The preferred airport for Zota Beach Resort is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 187 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. 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.

Dining

Grab a bite to eat at Viento Kitchen + Bar, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Head down to the water and enjoy a day at the private beach, or take advantage of other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This resort also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a ballroom.

Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.

Getting here

Taxi to/from SRQ @ $40 one-way is available 24/7. TRANSPORTATION: If you require Ground Transportation or airport transfers, please contact our friends at Gulf Coast Destination Management Company. Joe and CJ Bader are a husband and wife team who work with many of our groups providing everything from limos and town cars to open air trolleys and motor coach buses.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

The Resort offers Complimentary valet parking.

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

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. 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
Up to 75 lbs. $75.00 pet fee per stay.
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 44.80 per accommodation, per night

Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20.00 per person
Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees<

Know before you go

Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Contactless check-out is available.