The Westin Sarasota  

Perched over Sarasota Bay and minutes from downtown Sarasota, this pet-friendly hotel is a short drive from St. Armands Circle, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Mote Marine Aquarium, Siesta Key and Lido Key beaches. Complimentary beach shuttle makes trips to the sand easy.

Modern rooms and suites feature pillowtop beds, refrigerators, LED/flat-panel TVs and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood rooms with light. Expect cozy bedding, bathrobes, hair dryers and simple, inviting décor.

On-site spa offers massages, facials and body treatments alongside a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center. Take a dip in the outdoor pool, grab a rooftop cocktail by the pool, rent a bicycle, or lean on concierge and wedding services; 24-hour room service and multiple bars keep things easy.

A 24-hour business center, express check-in/out and 26,000 sq ft of conference and meeting space handle events big and small. Complimentary wireless internet and on-site parking keep work smooth.

EVOQ serves American comfort food made with healthy ingredients, while a coffee shop offers snacks and cooked-to-order breakfasts daily (6:30–10:30 AM for a fee). Three bars, including a rooftop bar with poolside cocktails, and 24-hour room service cover cravings around the clock.