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Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant

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Sarasota

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Whitfield Estates apartment places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of South Florida Sarasota and Powel Crosley Estate. New College of Florida and Sarasota Ballet are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of South Florida Sarasota - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Mall at University Town Center - 17 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • St. Armands Circle - 18 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Lido Beach - 18 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 21 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chick Fil A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant

Located right on the Sarasota Bay, our cozy studio apartment is at the Ramada by Wyndham Sarasota Waterfront hotel. (the hotel is waterfront, the apartment is not). Centrally-located on the Tamiami Trail (US-41) near downtown Sarasota and Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), we're close (about a 15 minute drive) to beautiful white sand beaches that fade into the crystal emerald and blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico - Siesta Key, Lido Key, Longboat Key, and Anna Maria Island. Just 10 minutes to St Armands Circle. You'll also be able to easily access a variety of water sports like kayaking, boating, fishing, and more. While here, you can enjoy the Sarasota Bay waterfront, and beautiful sunsets that compliment the tropical landscaping, enjoying the great amenities like the outdoor tiki bar and restaurant with live music, fire pit, huge heated outdoor pool with poolside food and beverage service, towel service and new fitness center. The Laundry room is always available, and Marina & Boat rentals also are available on site. Tons of Free parking, even for boats, trailers and campers. Enjoy the 24/7 complimentary coffee and water in the lobby, and complimentary champagne on Friday and Saturday. The business center and lobby lounge area with a TV are also available for use. For just $10, ($5 under 18) you can purchase an all you can eat, full hot breakfast in the brand new beautiful hotel breakfast room. There is also a Cragers right next store that has great breakfast and lunch and will give guests 10% off. There are also many great restaurants, bars and anything you may need very close by all along the Tamiami Trail. The studio apartment has free wifi, thermostat controlled AC & heat, a king bed, double reclining loveseat, pub table and stools, basic stocked kitchenette with a stovetop, upright fridge with separate freezer, cool water running small sink, keurig coffee maker, microwave oven, blender, air fryer/toaster oven, waffle maker, glasses, mugs and 43" HD Streaming Smart TV with a huge selection of cable TV channels. There is an ice maker and drink vending steps from the condo. Sorry, no pets, and smoking of any kind is strictly prohibited.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant to the airport?

This apartment is 3.2 mi (6-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant to the beach?

This apartment is 9 mi (21-min drive) from Lido Beach and 12 mi (20-min drive) from Siesta Key Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant have a pool?

This apartment features an outdoor pool.

Does Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant to downtown Sarasota?

This apartment is 5.9 mi away from Sarasota.

Paradise on the Sarasota Bay, Close to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carly M.

This was an overall good stay! The room was very welcoming and stocked snacks and drinks, bed was comfortable and access to the tiki bar and pool was very nice. The only thing I could say needs improvement was cleanliness of the bathroom shower. It wasn’t terrible but could use a better wipe down and new shower curtains. However, we had a very nice stay and I would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Van T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unit was exceptionally clean on arrival. Everything went so smooth. I didn’t need to contact the owner. Check-in and check out went extremely smoothly, check out. I just left and notified the owner. Caution, this is on a second floor with no elevator. If you can’t handle stairs, it’ll be challenging.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

angelo p.

Liked: Cleanliness
the bathroom sink splashes water everywhere. the TV doesn’t have any local stations and no ability to add any additional streaming services it’s a very basic apartment.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Zack F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay! The condo was clean, comfortable, and exactly as advertised. Great location, easy check-in, and a very responsive host. We loved our time here and would definitely book again. Highly recommend!The bed was comfortable! It had everything we needed for our week stay. The girls at the front desk were very friendly during check-in, even gave us a glass of champagne. The pool and tiki area was a nice feature. Sitting down by the docks at night watching the sunset was very relaxing. We even got to see some manatees. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not a waterfront unitI missed that and it's on meHost is Very responsive Check in- Really easyCheck out- easiest I've experienced and at 11a vs earlierWaterfront open air bar and grill with great foodAmazing central location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gudbjorg M.

Liked: Cleanliness

We enjoyed our stay.

We enjoyed our stay. The pool area was amazing, nice to relax at the marina. The Tikibar was good, delicious food.The property was a little crowded, but we had all what we needed, except we would have more towels, one pr day. The bed was very comfortable.Our host, Jeff, is a super host, all the way from our first communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tandi S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved the tiki nar

The tiki bar at this establishment. I have always loved krag was able to stay there and enjoy the tiki bar in the pool
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Althea C.

Bathroom

Bathroom could have been cleaner.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Laura P.

Sarasota stay

Very fun lively tiki bar & nice pool. They kitchen in room was very makeshift. No water supply to sink so had a 5 gallon container under sink. No hot water. I had to wash dishes in the bathroom. You couldn’t have the burner & toaster going together or you popped the breaker. Nice for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

9/10

Very clean and adequate place for our short stay! Bed was very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Edwin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely getaway

The place was fine but according to the description we were expecting to see the water from our room. Was disappointed because we could not see any water from where we were, but other than that it was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ginger M., Rochelle, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Decent place for a decent price!

Decent place for a decent price!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short atay

Lots of amenities and courtesy upon checkin. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Katie D.

Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Cynthia, Gray

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Dave C.

Sarasota Bay

Outside area at Tiki bar and dock were very nice. The makeshift kitchen of camping equipment left something to be desired. The waterproof mattress pad and lack of top blankets definitely didn’t meet our expectations. The room could have used an upgrade.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant room with appreciated extras.

Room very nice with many extra touches. We appreciated the provided snacks & beverages. Plenty of towels in the bathroom, every small appliance that you might need in the efficiency kitchen. Beware of the spray from the bathroom sink, hard to avoid soaking the counter. Selected this property partly due to it's proximity to the Sarasota airport, but be aware that flights start about 6AM, will wake you up, & are continuous. SRQ is not the sleepy airport that it was a few years ago. Parking area a bit seedy. Party atmosphere at pool & bar. Would not be a good choice for a family with young kids. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Nice heated pool and tiki bar

8/10 Good

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

The room was cozy. Listing could have provided details on snacks and items in fridge … didn’t know if they were included/complimentary or if I’d be charged if consumed so didn’t eat any of the items. Check in was good and staff friendly. Restaurant on site was busy with live music Friday and Saturday. We were NOT happy with their service on Saturday night as they “lost?” our order as several others who arrived long after we did received their food. We sat there for over an hour waiting and finally walked out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cozy spot

Great little place, clean, cozy, very comfortable. Tiki bar on property was great also, with friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Emergency

Individuals at the front desk were welcoming and shared important information. Excellent outside lighting and camera coverage. Stay was quiet and comfortable. The decor made the space feel warm and relaxing. Consider listing within the space or electronically which amenities are inclusive and check-out guidelines. This information was not clear to me, therefore to avoid hidden fees I did not consume items in the space.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Well Stocked Room

Check in and check out was so easy! The owner was very personable and easy to communicate with! The on site restaurant and tiki bar was so fun! Great location in getting around to several places! The room was well stocked with everything we could have needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Julio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad comunication withe the front desk to resolve the mistic created with the management
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

We had a great stay. Everyone at the hotel and restuarant were very friendley and helpful. Room was much more then we expected. Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ramada Inn & Tarpon Tiki Bar

The bartenders & restaurant servers at the Tarpon Tiki Bar were excellent. Food was delicious. The only issue is we only had two days of 28 with a heated pool. When evening temperatures dipped to 47 degrees the water was awlful. Many people complained to the hotel staff but there was no rush to fix it. Our room was most enjoyable.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023