700 Ben Franklin Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States
#18 of 55 hotels in Sarasota
Guests' ChoiceBased on 699 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.0
Free Wifi
7.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 30, 2025
Rezeart
United StatesEverything was perfect
Perfect
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 7, 2025
Kim
United StatesThere were a lot of flies and mosquitoes around the outdoor dining areas. Need better pest control.
Location, food and service were great. Loved the free welcome beverage and shuttle too. Great communication too.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 4, 2025
Jocelyne
United StatesOlder building needs repair
Excellent but you have to stay at the newest bldg
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 31, 2025
Kristina
United StatesThe bathrooms were very small and there was very little water pressure
It was right on the beach with private access. The rooms were clean and the food on site was good
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 29, 2025
Cindy
United StatesNothing
Room was spacious with comfortable bed, shower was great, roomy with great water pressure and hot water. The adult pool and separate family pool was perfect. The 2 hot tubs were great. Close access to beach out front was amazing with comfortable lounge chairs and huge umbrellas. We loved everything about the resort and the best part is you can text the front desk for any needs or concerns. ABSOLUTELY PERFECT!!!! Our rental car had a low tire and the front desk was so happy to help us air it up. This place is the PERFECT place to stay at Lido Beach.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 28, 2025
Marie
United StatesToo pricey, would like weight room to be with cardio room together.
Size of room, quietness, location, self parking, availability of the jacuzzi, loved the kitchenette
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 25, 2025
Tammy
United StatesWell, the showers need to be better, and they flood easily.
I have been coming here for 13 years.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 24, 2025
Maria
United StatesThe system does not let you make appointment to dinner for more than 6 persons.
Location and see the sea from the room
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 24, 2025
Jennifer
United StatesI did have to double check my bill, I accidentally got charged for something I did not buy. Just a good rule of thumb to double check when you go to places that let you charge meals and drinks, etc. to your room. They were very good about getting back to me and getting it fixed. They took it off my bill not really a complaint, just a reminder to doublecheck. I think it was overpriced by about $50-75, in comparison to many other places that I have stayed at that are similar. But the location was amazing.
This place was perfect for my 10-year-old son and I. It is very family friendly. There are two restaurants on site that offer a variety. I always could find what I was looking for. There was also a grab and go Cafe in the lobby They had free ice cream at the pool, which my son loved. This hotel is on a wonderful part of the beach that is not too crowded and very beautiful. I like that there were two showers to rinse off when you come back from the beach, and there were water stations in several places so we could stay hydrated. There were plenty of towels, they never run out. The room itself was a little dated, but we didn’t mind at all. I wasn’t looking for the Ritz Carlton. This is exactly what I was looking for. It had a small kitchenette, comfortable beds, air, conditioner, TV, all the creature comforts. I would definitely stay here again. It was just perfect for my son and I. I also loved that it was within walking distance to Saint Armand Circle. I would say it was a mile or less, but it was a beautiful walk and you can do most of it on the beach.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 23, 2025
Olga
United StatesVery little space of the hotel for 2 buildings
Amazing! Really recommend, but on Friday- Saturday lots of people so be aware about the crowd. Who does not like it- go Monday- Tuesday- not so many people.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 22, 2025
Casey
United StatesI’m not sure if it is a Sarasota thing, but it smelled like sewage.
Beautiful and right on the beach. I enjoyed the mudslide beverage by the pool. The water and towels were also nice.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 21, 2025
Angela
United StatesClean, efficient, catered to all your needs
Cleanliness and kindness of staff
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 20, 2025
Barbara
United StatesThe room was dirty when we arrived.
Great location,convenient and super close to the beach.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 20, 2025
Edgard
United StatesHonestly, there was nothing we didn’t like. Everything exceeded our expectations — from the cleanliness and comfort of the room to the friendly service and beautiful amenities. It was a truly flawless experience from start to finish.
The location is absolutely perfect — right on the beach with breathtaking views and easy access to the sand and ocean. We loved how peaceful and relaxing the surroundings felt, yet we were still close enough to explore local attractions and restaurants. The on-site restaurant was a highlight of our stay! Delicious food, beautiful presentation, and a great variety of options. Whether we were enjoying breakfast with a view or dinner at sunset, every meal was a wonderful experience. The staff was attentive and made us feel truly welcomed. We couldn’t have asked for a better setting — both the location and dining exceeded our expectations.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 12, 2025
Kelly
United StatesN/A
Clean, beautiful, safe!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 10, 2025
Brendan
United StatesOnly complaint I have would be the WiFi was spotty and tough connecting the TV for stream services since the WiFi was spotty.
Loved the beach access and pool with the tiki bar, also able to try some lunch from the hotel which was really good! Room was perfect and clean.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 6, 2025
Reginald
United StatesDue to rain, disappointing vacation. Nothing to do. No beach or pool. Nothing for kids to do.
Nice atmosphere.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 3, 2025
Wendi
United StatesEverything….absolutely stunning all around! The room, employees, the view and amenities…I can’t wait to go back!!!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 30, 2025
Hofmann
United StatesThe on site dinning was excellent. The food and the views from the restaurant were outstanding.
Beautiful view from balcony. The resort was great.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 30, 2025
Christi
United StatesReally bad smell by the tiki bar and pools
Staff was nice
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 29, 2025
Ademar
United StatesPeople smoking weed next to my apartment and the smell entered the room. This should be a smoking free hotel.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 29, 2025
Hoang
United StatesComfortable
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 24, 2025
Dariusz
United StatesGood location for clean and fresh
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 23, 2025
Doris
United StatesWhere one was so friendly
Stayed in June 2025
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