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Gillespie Park Hotel & Travel Guide

Gillespie Park is a magnificent destination for those wanting to get back in touch with nature.

We're sure you won't need much convincing to go see it in Sarasota, as it's an exciting city to see in its own right.

There's a great range of 8 accommodations within 2 miles (3 kilometers) of Gillespie Park, but it's still worthwhile to book ahead. Lots of visitors enjoy The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, 0.9 miles (1.4 kilometers) away, the Hyatt Regency Sarasota, 0.9 miles (1.4 kilometers) away, and the Hotel Indigo Sarasota, 0.7 miles (1.1 kilometer) away.

Instead of counting luxuriously plush sheep, you'll be thinking about the money you save because you chose to stay at the economically priced Americas Best Value Inn - Sarasota Downtown. As an added bonus, it's just 1 mile (2 kilometers) away!

Live like royalty at one of the several luxurious hotels within easy driving distance. Quality choices would have to be The Resort at Longboat Key Club and Siesta Key Beachside Villas.

To maintain your energy levels for everything on your to-do list, visit Kam's Bubble Tea & Sushi (1813 Fruitville Road, Sarasota). As evening settles in, head over to The Blue Rooster (1525 4th Street, Sarasota), and sample the local brew with new friends.

Other Things to Do Near Gillespie Park

Surely you weren't going to wrap up your day after Gillespie Park? Set aside some time to experience what else the area has available:

You'll step into a floral wonderland at Sarasota Childrens Garden, an impressive private garden in the area
Buy tickets to attend a play and travel to a different world at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe.
Spend a couple of hours shopping at Merchants Pointe Shopping Center, where you can lay your hands on almost anything you need, such as clothes, general supplies and souvenirs.
Eager to give your credit card a workout? The famed Artisans' World Marketplace is a not-to-be-missed store on a lot of people's itineraries.
You'll love the sublime voices that reverberate through Sarasota Opera House.

Recent Gillespie Park hotel reviews by fellow wanderers

Carlisle Inn

5 out of 5

Posted 2 hours ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"This place was spotless! Staff were very friendly and informative. Breakfast was great. Many choices. I would highly recommend and i would stay there again! Very short drive to siesta key beach and St Armands circle. Great visit!"

A verified traveler stayed at Carlisle Inn

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5

Posted 5 hours ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"Convenient Airport Location, But Quirky Bathroom Design We stayed at the Kompose Boutique Hotel right by Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) — the location was perfect for our needs. The hotel is completely non-smoking, which we really liked. Smokers have to go outside through the gates, so the building and rooms stayed completely smoke-free. Our room was clean and modern, but the bathroom layout was not very practical. The sink is located right in the bedroom area (just a couple feet from the bed), and the shower/toilet area uses a single sliding door that moves back and forth to cover either the shower or the toilet — you can’t have privacy for both at the same time. It felt cramped and awkward to use. The rate seemed a bit expensive for a 3-star boutique hotel with this kind of setup. Breakfast was included (or available) and was just okay — nothing special, but it worked for a quick morning meal. Overall, we liked that the hotel was clean and super convenient to the airport. It served its purpose for a short overnight stay, but the unusual bathroom design and higher price kept it from feeling like great value. Would we stay again? Maybe for a quick airport stop, but we’d probably shop around for something more practical next time."

A verified traveler stayed at Kompose Boutique Hotel

Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites

3 out of 5

Posted 6 hours ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"Corner room terrible loud and staff were trying to work as we were trying to enter our room blocked by kitchen Waiter forgot to put our order in waited forever and never got our food or appetizer then it made my husband sick would not eat at the restaurant there "

A verified traveler stayed at Siesta Key Beach Resort and Suites