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Lido Beach ResortvsHotel Indigo Sarasota, an IHG Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Lido Beach Resort ranks marginally higher than Hotel Indigo Sarasota. Lido Beach Resort comes in at #22 in Tampa Bay Area with approval from 4 reviewers including Oyster, Fodor's and Star Service.
Lido Beach Resort
Fodor's
Star Service
Rough Guide
Oyster
U.S. News & World Report
700 Benjamin Franklin Drive, Sarasota, FL 34236
From $277/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "Superb gulf views can be found at this stylish beachfront resort. In the South Tower, the majority of rooms have beach and gulf views." Full review
Star Service "It's far from offering luxury, but the owners are generally conscientious, with fabrics and furnishings replaced as needed. " Full review
Rough Guide "Modern, elegant rooms in a variety of sizes, most with kitchenettes or microwaves. Rooms in the south tower offer views over the sand or the city skyline. $189."
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 222-room, upper-mid-range Lido Beach Resort is located on Lido Key on the Gulf of Mexico, off the coast of Sarasota." Full review
U.S. News & World Report9.0
"Located on the island of Lido Key in Sarasota, Florida, the Lido Beach Resort is a beachfront property right on the Gulf of Mexico." Full review
Hotel Indigo Sarasota, an IHG Hotel Star Service Rough Guide
Lonely Planet Oyster U.S. News & World Report
1223 Boulevard of the Arts, Sarasota, FL 34236
From $109/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Star Service "Down the road from the superior waterfront Hyatt, this is one of InterContinental's stylish yet economical offshoots, a trendier take on Marriott's Courtyard by Marriott brand." Full review
Rough Guide "Fabulous boutique hotel, with bright, bold colours and tropical art splashed across the walls, wooden floors and spotlessly clean rooms, all with CD players and some with fridges."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Now anchoring the downtown historic district, this boutique chain makes an attractive, reliable stay." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The 95-room Hotel Indigo Sarasota is an upper-middle-range boutique property located off of Highway 41 and close to several restaurants, attractions, and the beach." Full review
U.S. News & World Report5.0
"Recent guests raved about the spacious guest rooms, the lovely decor found in-room and throughout the hotel and the personable customer service. " Full review
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Guests should note that they will likely need a car to get around, as popular local attractions – like Lido Key Beach – are about 3 miles from the hotel.
