Lido Beach Resort - Sarasota

3-star beachfront resort on Lido Key with 300 feet of private beach

Private Beach & Pools

Lido Beach Resort offers 300 feet of private beachfront on Lido Key, with complimentary beach chairs and umbrellas included in the resort fee. Two year-round heated pools are available: one family-friendly pool and one adults-only pool, each with a pool bar and Gulf views. Three hot tubs, a fitness center, and a Beachside Tiki Bar round out the outdoor amenities.

Rooms & Suites

Guest rooms at Lido Beach Resort include a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee machine, with most rooms offering a fully equipped kitchenette. Some suites provide a beach view, and all rooms come with free WiFi. The Palm Tower rooms feature a full kitchen, dining area, and a balcony with Gulf views.

Dining & Bars

Drift Kitchen & Bar on the 8th floor offers panoramic Gulf views and a menu that includes wood-fired flatbreads, pan-fried grouper, and Latin-inspired breakfast dishes. The Beachside Tiki Bar serves lunch and drinks poolside, with options like coconut shrimp, fish tacos, and grilled calamari. A lobby cafe provides quick options such as cold-pressed juices, avocado toast, and breakfast sandwiches.

Location & Services

Lido Beach Resort is on Lido Key, less than 6 miles from central Sarasota and Sarasota Jungle Gardens, and 2 miles from Mote Marine Laboratory. A free shuttle service runs to St. Armands Circle for shopping and dining, operating until 10 pm. The resort is pet-friendly, with pet bowls and pet baskets available, and offers electric vehicle charging stations.

Family & Children

The family-friendly pool has a shallow end and a fence around the pool for safety, with a separate adults-only pool for quiet relaxation. Daily ice cream sandwiches are handed out at the pool around 2 pm, and complimentary snacks and popcorn are available in rooms. The resort also offers a free shuttle to St. Armands Circle, a games area with table tennis, and a kids' menu at the on-site restaurants.

• Private Beach: 300 feet of private beachfront with complimentary chairs and umbrellas
• Pools: Two year-round heated pools, one adults-only and one family-friendly
• Dining: Drift Kitchen & Bar with panoramic Gulf views and Beachside Tiki Bar
• Location: Free shuttle to St. Armands Circle, 2 miles from Mote Marine Laboratory
• Pet-Friendly: Pet bowls and pet baskets available for dogs
• Family: Daily ice cream sandwiches at the pool and a kids' menu