Title: Visit Bayfront: 2026 Bayfront, Sarasota Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Bayfront](https://expedia.com/Bayfront-Sarasota-Hotels.0-n553248635976480672-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Sarasota](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Sarasota](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Bayfront](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Bayfront.d553248635976480672.Car-Rental-Guide)[Bayfront Vacations](https://expedia.com/Bayfront.d553248635976480672.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Bayfront, FL ## Sarasota ![Drone view of bayfront park, Marina Jack and the downtown Sarasota Florida area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480672/56068c55-39df-4658-9483-87d01ec9b016.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Drone view of bayfront park, Marina Jack and the downtown Sarasota Florida area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480672/56068c55-39df-4658-9483-87d01ec9b016.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Marina Jack in Sarasota, Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480672/0f2868ff-34d2-4bb7-93b2-683a02c30a33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Bayfront Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sarasota Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Sarasota.dx602719) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6145141/1d4594a7-b7e1-465d-bffb-87633a8cb34c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lido Beach Visit a beach not far from an upscale shopping area. The warm waters are as inviting as the white sand. [](https://expedia.com/Lido-Beach-Sarasota.d6145141.Vacation-Attraction) ![St. Armands Circle featuring a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066013/68f30605-19f4-40dc-adef-6a7c4f8de0ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Armands Circle Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers. [](https://expedia.com/St-Armands-Circle-Saint-Armands-Key.d6066013.Vacation-Attraction) ![EJETFA The official entrance at the new Mall at University Town Center located just off I-75 on University Parkway in Sarasota Floria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621552334815/a709fe02-ddf9-4950-ac16-ad9bb78fea40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mall at University Town Center You can search for that perfect souvenir at Mall at University Town Center during your visit to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Mall-At-University-Town-Center-Sarasota.d553248621552334815.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068719/cfac6c31-d3b7-4ef2-8eb6-3ddb2ef0d01a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline. [](https://expedia.com/Mote-Marine-Laboratory-Aquarium-Sarasota.d6068719.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sarasota_NathanBendersonPark_553248621552334812-4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621552334812/4621b088-5df0-4183-abf7-741d7dd533f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nathan Benderson Park Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.com/Nathan-Benderson-Park-Sarasota.d553248621552334812.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ringling Museum Complex showing a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533115781/764bfc1a-5e59-44c6-9e13-776837deeb97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Learn about the man who had the greatest show on Earth. His complex is a trove of information, displays, beautiful buildings and gardens. [](https://expedia.com/John-And-Mable-Ringling-Museum-Of-Art-Indian-Beach-Sapphire-Shores.d553248621533115781.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Kayak Tour through Mangrove Tunnels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2804370/952d1574-7738-46f0-a74e-760ca8ad9fa2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mangroves, Manatees & a Hidden Beach Kayak Tour (Siesta Key) $59 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/mangroves.a2804370.activity-details) ![Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45717106/f435da41-0a9c-44f3-918f-9f8d619256f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour $65 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sarasota-clear-kayak-led-night-glass-bottom-tour.a45717106.activity-details) ![Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47882758/2ec2e6d6-5025-4030-af1a-c50911af2840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour $55 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/bradenton-anna-maria-island-guided-kayaking-manatee-tour.a47882758.activity-details) ![Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48232968/8cab5e42-6a9e-455e-b915-5a5b1953dd72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour $99 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details) ![Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46991341/57500583-d43c-41b1-9021-0f51e8d1d09b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour $65 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/siesta-key.a46991341.activity-details) ![Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47720463/fe658243-ca11-4729-8141-8052d5e2d837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour $55 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/robinson-preserve-mangrove-tour.a47720463.activity-details) [See all activities in Sarasota](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Bayfront Hotel Deals ![Kompose Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38220000/38215400/38215316/e948f2e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kompose Boutique Hotel 965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL $144 nightly $163 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,091 reviews) Very clean hotel! We will definitely stay here again. Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976480672) ![Golden Host Resort - Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21331/125fc79b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Golden Host Resort - Sarasota 4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL Fully refundable $103 nightly $117 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,318 reviews) Great property. Would stay here again! Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=21331&PinnedHotelID=21331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976480672) ![Tropical Beach Resorts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1241000/1240909/606a9b3c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tropical Beach Resorts 6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL $257 nightly $291 total Mar 11 - Mar 12 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,340 reviews) Great place to stay. Enjoyed the close beach access and place was clean. Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F11%2F2026&endDate=3%2F12%2F2026&selected=1240909&PinnedHotelID=1240909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976480672) ![Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41961400/41961327/8b0dc5d5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound 12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $254 nightly $287 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,978 reviews) The pool was very enjoyable. The staff were excellent and very accommodating. Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=41961327&PinnedHotelID=41961327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976480672) ![Azul Resort Siesta Key](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123480000/123471600/123471528/3f0a51ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Azul Resort Siesta Key 1105 Point of Rocks Rd Siesta Key FL $311 nightly $351 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (58 reviews) Beautiful place. Check out is at 10 - a bit early. I asked to stay a couple hours in the parking spot so we could go to the beach. It was affirmative and we left 2 hours later, which is the time that was relayed. Then I was charged $11.25\. That was not relayed that there would be a charge. Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F10%2F2026&endDate=3%2F11%2F2026&selected=123471528&PinnedHotelID=123471528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976480672) ![Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26400/26397/18d283d6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway 6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL $220 nightly $249 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,951 reviews) We did not like how when you walk into your room your beds are right there. Like going into a motel room. Water pressure was not good. Took a while to get hot water. TV kept going in & out and freezing up. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_553248635976480672) ## Check Bayfront hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976480672&startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06)[Mar 5 - Mar 6](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976480672&startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976480672&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07)[Mar 6 - Mar 7](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976480672&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976480672&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026)[Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976480672&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976480672&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026)[Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976480672&startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026) --- ### Other neighborhoods around Bayfront ![Causeway Park featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563219823/eac47f3e-3708-4a4c-82d5-59f5fb3e0bb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central Sarasota 4/5(911 area reviews) Gardens, art galleries, and theaters are some highlights of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.com/Sarasota-Central-Sarasota.dx553248633938969734) ![Beautiful docks ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/241864ee-40e5-4f07-a59f-b943ed71f47c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Sarasota If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Sarasota-Downtown-Sarasota.dx553248635976481694) ![Bird Key](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/bfdbf568-93c9-4c76-8eb9-38f77d913783.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bird Key While Bird Key isn't home to many top sights, St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Sarasota-Bird-Key.dx553248635976476083) ![St. Armands Circle featuring a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066013/87735d4f-9329-4db3-9afc-0278f2a27d4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Saint Armands Key Beaches and restaurants are just a few things travelers like about Saint Armands Key. A stop by St. Armands Circle is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.com/Sarasota-Saint-Armands-Key.dx553248633900272554) ![Arlington Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/43c6394c-bda3-40b0-af8f-1678b1eaf99a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arlington Park Arlington Park might not have many top sights, but Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/Sarasota-Arlington-Park.dx553248635976473965) ![Queria fazer uma visita guiada à Ca' d'Zan mas logo na entrada fui informado, de um modo um tanto rude, que as visitas guiadas só seriam feitas no final de semana. Foi uma pena pois há algum tempo estava querendo fazer esta visita. Limitei-me a tirar algumas fotos da entrada.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/1f365a1c-42e5-49f8-ae8a-4a2b588a45e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Indian Beach Sapphire Shores While visiting Indian Beach Sapphire Shores, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Jungle Gardens and John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. 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