Find a Hotel in Gillespie Park

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.