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Cirque St. Armands Beachside

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Lido Beach

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Poolside bar
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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233 Ben Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34236
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Armands Circle
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, South Lido Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed (Gulf View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

  • 359 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 645 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 359 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 359 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 359 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Sarasota

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle. Also, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is within 2 miles (3 km) and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Lido Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Coolidge Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. Armands Circle - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South Lido Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marina Jack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Columbia Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Old Salty Dog - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dry Dock Waterfront Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Drift Kitchen & Bar - Lido Beach Resort - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Cirque St. Armands Beachside

4-star hotel near Lido Beach
Cirque St. Armands Beachside offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar.

A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Cirque St. Armands Beachside.

This 4-star Sarasota hotel is smoke free.

  • 135 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Cirque St. Armands Beachside offers 135 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: High-speed internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 8 to 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special 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
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 39.20 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Partner property pool access
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults, and USD 8 to 15 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in January and close in December.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Lido
Holiday Inn Lido Beach Sarasota
Holiday Inn Lido Hotel
Holiday Inn Lido Hotel Sarasota Beach
Holiday Inn Sarasota Beach
Lido Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Lido Beach
Holiday Inn Sarasota - Lido Beach Hotel Sarasota
Holiday Inn Lido Beach Sarasota Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cirque St. Armands Beachside to the airport?

Cirque St. Armands Beachside is 6.8 mi (20-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cirque St. Armands Beachside?

As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cirque St. Armands Beachside on May 17, 2026 start from $354, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cirque St. Armands Beachside have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cirque St. Armands Beachside.

How close is Cirque St. Armands Beachside to the beach?

This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Lido Beach and 8.9 mi (17-min drive) from Siesta Key Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cirque St. Armands Beachside offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Cirque St. Armands Beachside, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 20 for adults, USD 8 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Cirque St. Armands Beachside?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Cirque St. Armands Beachside?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Cirque St. Armands Beachside?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Cirque St. Armands Beachside have a pool?

Cirque St. Armands Beachside features an outdoor pool.

Does Cirque St. Armands Beachside have a restaurant?

Cirque St. Armands Beachside is home to Ringside, which features ocean views and a beachfront location.

Does Cirque St. Armands Beachside have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Cirque St. Armands Beachside to downtown Sarasota?

Cirque St. Armands Beachside is 3.3 mi away from Sarasota.

Cirque St. Armands Beachside Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1017 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TONDA D, roswell

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hollie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room, beautiful decor and hotel design right on the beach. Very well done. Certainly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary, YarmouthPort

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so nice. The hotel was amazing, the rooms clean and in a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather S

Darling decor!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant and bar/bartender. Best thing is the location, just steps from Lido Beach and only a very short walk to Saint Armand’s, which is a very fun place to eat and shop.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Spring Lake

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it the staff was super nice. Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room but I desired beach view. Great convenient to shops, restaurants and more.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was great,and very friendly.Wonderful view from the 7th floor.My only issue is receiving an email after we arrived stating"Congratulations,you have a free upgrade" for free breakfast both mornings.Upon inquiry,I'm told I don't qualify. Manager chose to do nothing. Poor choice for customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location Very hip Good food & customer service Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect. Everyone was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JONNET

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horrible
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marco LaMonte

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JOHN CLARKE, Sunny isles

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cherie, Traverse City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was top notch! Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfy, staff was pleasant. No free coffee was a disappointment, along with the broken elevator. Parking is super easy and the ocean view was absolutely perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Haeun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony view was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing Hotel: Great rooms, comfy beds, gorgeous view of ocean. Super convenient beach access via sister hotel. Nicest staff just lovely !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel has it right in everything they do.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marco LaMonte

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026