The Westin Sarasota  

Perched over Sarasota Bay and steps from downtown, this Sarasota hotel puts you minutes from St. Armands Circle, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Mote Marine Aquarium, and the sands of Lido Key and Siesta Key. Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) is about 4.3 miles away. Pet-friendly and perfectly placed for beach days or city nights.

Rooms and suites feel modern and uncluttered, with floor-to-ceiling windows, pillowtop beds, refrigerators, and LED/flat-panel TVs. Décor leans toward clean lines and cozy bedding, with higher floors offering bay views. Expect thoughtful in-room touches and a relaxed, upscale vibe.

Pamper yourself at the full-service spa with massages, facials, and body treatments. Stay active in the 24-hour fitness center, lounge at the outdoor pool and rooftop bar with poolside cocktails, rent bicycles, or take the complimentary beach shuttle — wake up to sea-breeze mornings and head for the surf.

A 24-hour business center, express check-in/check-out, and roughly 26,000 sq ft of conference and meeting space make this a smart pick for events and meetings. Complimentary wireless internet and concierge services keep work and logistics simple.

Two on-site restaurants include EVOQ, serving American cuisine and healthy comfort-food options. Three bars and lounges — including a rooftop spot — offer cocktails and poolside drinks. There’s a coffee shop/café, 24-hour room service, and cooked-to-order breakfasts daily (6:30–10:30 AM for a fee).