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Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Lido Beach

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, sun loungers
View from room
Double Room, Pool View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1540 Ben Franklin Drive, Sarasota, FL, 34236
  • Place, South Lido Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Armands Circle
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Accessible

  • 255 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds (Gulf Front)

  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

7.0 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area

7.6 out of 10
Good
(75 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Sarasota

On the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lido Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of St. Armands Circle with a stay at this Sarasota hotel. Also, South Lido Park is within half a mile (1 km) and South Lido Lookout Bridge is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • South Lido Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lido Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Coolidge Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • South Lido Lookout Bridge - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Armands Circle - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Columbia Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sun Garden Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Old Salty Dog - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Daiquiri Deck - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

3-star beachfront hotel near Lido Beach
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. Cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach, and enjoy summer activities like sailing and volleyball.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Sarasota hotel.

  • 176 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach offers 176 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

This Sarasota hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 20 per person
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Heated pool
  • Mountain biking
  • Sailing
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 30 2024 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 30 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 28.25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Business center/computer access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shuttle service

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 7.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach to the airport?

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach is 7.7 mi (23-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach.

How close is Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 7.00 and 20.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

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

Is there free parking at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach have a pool?

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach to downtown Sarasota?

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach is 3.3 mi away from Sarasota.

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 108 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 129 out of 1000 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay 👌
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was clean, staff friendly, beach beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Parveesh

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location & Staff is Amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location and place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jose

Nice location good value
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Amenities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Is a place to relax, quiet, with a beautiful beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kellee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property - park and stay. Beach is right there Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jose

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old but nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leidy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a fun, old Florida style stay. Beautiful location with great people!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location nice beach area clise to main areas
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eliani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The beach was beautiful, the swimming pools were beautiful, the restaurant was very good. And the staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is obviously an older resort but we enjoyed our stay all around. Room was clean, breakfast was good and pool was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Erica Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and value. Beautiful beach and very friendly staff. Hotelis clean, but old and very dated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, nice beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

The best beach of Florida
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great and view on gulf side was breathtaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was awesome! We loved the pool and the private beach. Would stay here again or recommend it to a friend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jiovanni

Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

James P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was close to shopping and dining.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older resort but in great condition and very clean .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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