Added: 05/02/2006 |
Sarasota Hotels - In the Heart of Beaches, Shopping, Sun and Surf!Recognized as one of the most visited states nationwide, Sarasota is glad to offer its guest some of the finest beaches, the vast majority of which are lined with condominiums operated as hotels. There also exist several agencies that require stay of less than a month, notably Florida Vacation Accommodations and Argus Property Management.
Most visitors consider Downtown Sarasota as an ideal destination for their short holidays, while cost-conscious tourists look for some attractive deals on the mainland, like the Best Western Midtown. Before opening of the Ritz-Carlton - the most luxurious of Sarasota hotels, top hotel in downtown area was the Hyatt Sarasota, adjacent to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall and the Civic Center and within easy walking distance from downtown restaurants and shops.
Among other attractive Sarasota vacation rentals are Captiva Beach Resort, Colony Beach and Tennis Resort, Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, Holiday Inn Lido Beach, the Cypress, the Helmsley Sandcastle, the Resort at Longboat Key Club, the Villa at Raintree Gardens, Turtle Beach Resort and more.
Located some three miles of St Armands Circle, Colony Beach and Tennis Resort is rated consistently one of the finest Sarasota hotels and one of the most popular tennis resorts in the nation. The history of the hotel can be traced back to 1952, when it was a beach club, transformed gradually into luxurious resort offering modern one- and two-bedroom apartments, complete with spacious balcony, large living room, fully-equipped kitchenette, dining area and whirlpool tub.
Visitors will be delighted to choose from three private cottages nestled right on the fantastic beach, and enjoy fine dining in the beachside Colony Restaurant specializing in Continental cuisine for dinner and lunch. Other hotel facilities include two restaurants, two bars, 21 hard tennis courts, heated outdoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, water sports equipment rental; bike rental, car rental desk, children's programs, salon, massage, limited room service, concierge and activities desk.
One of the top family-oriented beachside Sarasota hotels, Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites can be found around the indoor courtyard with a games area, a large swimming pool and a whirlpool, in addition to only fast food outlets on the island, including Seattle's Best Coffee, Mrs. Field's Cookies, Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs and Pizza Hut. Renovated in 1999, each of the guest rooms and suites opens onto walkways that overlook the inside pool area, while the units facing the beach are more popular, and hence, more expensive. Guests can also take advantage of the following hotel facilities: two restaurants, two bars, fast food courts, heated outdoor and indoor pools, exercise room, clay tennis courts, Jacuzzi and more.
Nestled on private white-sand beach on the Gulf of Mexico, just minutes from St Armands Circle, the Helmsley Sandcastle has the reputation of one of the friendliest and welcoming Sarasota hotels, offering large guest rooms with great water views. Whenever you want to relax in the ideal location and avoid stuffiness, consider Helmsley with its home-like ambiance and all facilities of a modern resort, such as three restaurants, two outdoor heated pools, poolside bar, business center and nearby tennis and golf.
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