Small Hotels in Sarasota, Florida

• Nearby beaches add to the appeal of Sarasota, Florida. Seashore image by Michael Wuelfrath from Fotolia.com

  Sarasota comprises the mainland and several barrier islands in the Gulf of Mexico along the southwestern coast of Florida. This city of 52,000 residents is one hour south of Tampa and 30 minutes from Myakka River State Park, one of the oldest and largest state parks in the Sunshine State. The city hosts the annual Florida Winefest in April and the Sarasota Bluesfest in November. Sarasota features numerous hotels including several smaller hotels for visitors seeking a homelike atmosphere for their stay.

Hotel Ranola

• The nine-room Hotel Ranola is the only hotel located in the heart of downtown Sarasota, a former apartment hotel built in 1926. Live theater, restaurants and shops are within walking distance of this hotel. The Sarasota Bayfront and Marina is six blocks from the Hotel Ranola. Each room is individually decorated offering a fully-stocked kitchen, a library and an in-room safe. Larger suites include a separate living room and a champagne bar. Free parking is available; a rooftop sundeck offers a place to relax. Lido Beach is the nearest beach to downtown Sarasota, a five- to 10-minute drive and near the Mote Marine Aquarium. Fishing, water sports, golf, bike and boat rentals are nearby.

  Hotel Ranola

  118 Indian Place, #6

  Sarasota, FL 34236

  866-951-0111

  hotelranola.com

Hotel Indigo Sarasota

• The four-story Hotel Indigo Sarasota is approximately one mile from downtown Sarasota in the city's arts district and overlooks Sarasota Bay. The performing arts center, Ringling Museum of Art, Sarasota Opera and the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are nearby. Pets are welcome; a non-refundable $85 per pet, per stay fee is charged. The Hotel Indigo offers free parking and complimentary shuttle to Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport. This hotel features a workout center, outdoor swimming pool, Whirlpool and a cocktail lounge. The hotel's restaurant, H20 Bistro, serves a contemporary cuisine and includes wine and beer service and a coffee bar. Each of the 95 rooms at the Hotel Indigo offers a noon checkout with even later checkout times available upon request.

  Hotel Indigo Sarasota

  1223 Boulevard of the Arts

  Sarasota, FL 34236

  941-487-3800

  hotelindigo.com

Hibiscus Suites Inn

• The Hibiscus Suites Inn hotel is four blocks from the white sandy Siesta Key beach and is within 10 miles of more than two dozen golf courses. Renovated in 2005, this hotel offers a heated outdoor pool, barbecue grills and a continental breakfast. Dogs weighing 25 pounds or less are welcome; a $25 fee covers the length of your stay. Each of the 27 suites are 500 square feet or larger and include separate bedrooms, full kitchens and living rooms. This hotel offers several packages including arrangements with a nearby health spa, honeymooner and a Ringling Museum package. Seafood, steakhouse and American cuisine restaurants and shops are nearby.

  Hibiscus Suites Inn

  1735 Stickney Point Road

  Sarasota, FL 34231

  941-921-5797

  hibiscussuites.com