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Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach
1540 Ben Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236 US
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Reservations: +1-800-219-2797
3.0 Star Property Near Lido Beach
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Average
3.0/5
Based on 2752 guest reviews
- Free WiFi
- Number of poolside bars - 1
- Number of outdoor pools - 2
- Heated pool
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Free self parking
- Pool sun loungers
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10/31/2024 - 11/01/2024
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Verified Reviews of Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Great vacation spot."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We had an amazing stay. It’s a beautiful place. We will be coming back.
Matthew T. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
27-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 24 to Sun Aug 25 2024 at a $181.49 average nightly rate. 
"Staff, pool, beach, shuttle and food were excellent."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I stayed at the Sandcastle for a family wedding. Everything went well. The staff could not have been friendlier. The beach and pool were great. I appreciated the umbrellas and chairs and the abundance of towels and cold water at the pool. The room was clean. I was looking for a nice pool, beautiful beach access and good food I didn't have to chase down. Five stars!
Debbie S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
04-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed May 29 to Mon Jun 03 2024 at a $149.79 average nightly rate. "Good Food & Nice Pools "
Overall Score3.0/ 5
The food was good and the pools were nice.
Susan W. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
06-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Mar 02 to Sun Mar 03 2024 at a $227.28 average nightly rate. "Great beach vacation."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Proximity to beach was excellent!
David L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
19-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Feb 08 to Fri Feb 16 2024 at a $368.28 average nightly rate. "Outstanding Staff!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The staff made our stay well worth the trip.
Susanne T. (Long term stay guest, booked 1 room), from
18-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Feb 03 to Sat Feb 17 2024 at a $228.99 average nightly rate. "Amazing View!"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
The bed was very comfortable, lots of hot water, our view of the water was amazing. We enjoyed the large heated pool. There are two pools. Restaurant food was great. Wonderful location.
Deborah L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
12-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Feb 05 to Mon Feb 12 2024 at a $237.97 average nightly rate. "A Taste of Old Florida Charm."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Really a neat, cozy place that it is a taste of old Florida. An incredibly charming hotel. Staff was fantastic.
Timothy C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
22-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jan 19 to Mon Jan 22 2024 at a $241.62 average nightly rate. "Great location, pools, food. "
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Great location, pools and food.
Sherry G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
08-Jul-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 30 to Wed Jul 05 2023 at a $288.99 average nightly rate. Summary of Verified Reviews
Property Description
With a stay at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach in Sarasota, you'll be on the waterfront, steps from Lido Beach and a 3-minute drive from St. Armands Circle. This beach hotel is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Siesta Key Beach and 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from IMG Academy.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Make yourself at home in one of the 176 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Lido Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
South Lido Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Coolidge Park - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
St. Armands Circle - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Sarasota BayWalk - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Quick Point Nature Reserve - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Causeway Park - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Islandside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Florida Studio Theatre - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Marina Jack - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Bayfront Park - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Sarasota Opera House - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center - 6.5 km / 4.1 mi
The preferred airport for Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Spend the day on the private beach or dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a ballroom.
Amenities / Features
- Check In: 4:00 PM
- Check Out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
- Beach volleyball on site
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Banquet hall
- Ballroom
- Proposal/romance packages available
- Vending machine
- Beach umbrellas
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Meeting rooms
- Windsurfing nearby
- Free WiFi
- Scuba diving nearby
- Number of poolside bars - 1
- Designated smoking areas
- Number of outdoor pools - 2
- Garden
- Water skiing nearby
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Beach towels
- Volleyball on site
- Boat tours nearby
- On private beach
- Number of buildings/towers - 7
- Total number of rooms - 176
- Number of floors - 4
- Professional property host/manager
- LGBTQ friendly
- Heated pool
- Wheelchair-accessible lounge
- Children's toys
- Children's games
- Luggage storage
- Porter/bellhop
- Parasailing nearby
- Business center
- 24-hour front desk
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Number of restaurants - 1
- Segway rental/tour nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Free self parking
- Kayaking nearby
- Elevator
- Terrace
- Beach sun loungers
- Pool sun loungers
- ATM/banking
Airport & Shuttle Information
8 miles to Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport. Tampa Airport one hour north.
Local Shuttle Info: Shuttle to and from St. Armand's Circle
Breakfast Information
Full American Breakfast Buffet or MenuRange: $12 - $20.00
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 30
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 14
Service animals are allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Only dogs are allowed
Pets allowed
Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach accepts well-mannered dogs 30 pounds and under for a nightly fee of $50. Room type and location restrictions may apply, and guests are responsible for any property damage inadvertently caused by their dogs.
Misc Fees / Policies
- 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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Resort fee: USD 28.25 per accommodation, per night
- Beach access
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
- Business center/computer access
- In-room bottled water
- In-room coffee
- Laundry facilities
- Shuttle service
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Cleaning Policies
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Social distancing measures are in place
Individually-wrapped food options are available
Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Essential workers only - NO
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
