Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

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A short walk from Lido Beach, Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and shopping on site. With a private beach, sun loungers, and beach volleyball, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Enjoy onsite activities like volleyball, mountain biking, and sailing. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, Accessible

  • 255 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Gulf Front)

  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

7.2 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area

7.6 out of 10
Good
(77 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sarasota, Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach is on a private beach. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Mote Science Education Aquarium and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Sarasota travel guide
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1540 Ben Franklin Drive, Sarasota, FL, 34236

What's nearby

  • A beach with lifeguard towers, clear turquoise water, and people sunbathing.
    Lido Beach
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • An aerial view of a city intersection with a central green space surrounded by roads and buildings.
    St. Armands Circle
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • South Lido Park
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Coolidge Park
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • South Lido Lookout Bridge
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Circle K
    19 min drive
  • Columbia Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Daiquiri Deck
    3 min drive
  • The Old Salty Dog
    19 min drive
  • Drift Kitchen & Bar - Lido Beach Resort
    11 min walk

About this property

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

  • Hotel near Lido Beach
  • You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and shopping on site at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, sun loungers, and beach volleyball. Enjoy onsite activities like volleyball, mountain biking, and sailing. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and a porter/bellhop
    • A vending machine, a ballroom, and a gift shop
    • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale, pool, and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 176 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
    • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Where is Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sarasota hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of South Lido Park, Lido Beach, and St. Armands Circle. Coolidge Park and South Lido Lookout Bridge are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Reviews

7.2

Good

7.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 335 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 108 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 129 out of 999 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was clean, staff friendly, beach beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location & Staff is Amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location and place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nice location good value
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Is a place to relax, quiet, with a beautiful beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property - park and stay. Beach is right there Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location nice beach area clise to main areas
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is obviously an older resort but we enjoyed our stay all around. Room was clean, breakfast was good and pool was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and value. Beautiful beach and very friendly staff. Hotelis clean, but old and very dated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great and view on gulf side was breathtaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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6/10 Okay

Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was close to shopping and dining.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was awesome! We loved the pool and the private beach. Would stay here again or recommend it to a friend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older resort but in great condition and very clean .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so nice and polite.We enjoyed our stay was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location. Hotel a little old, but at a great price. Staff was very pleasant. Right on the beach and plenty of bars.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Hotel location is a plus the spot was perfect. Nice view of the Sunset , Hotel needs to be upgraded very old , but we still have fun ..Definitely worth the drive … I recommend it..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden Gem

Great location right on beach very clean room would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Had a good time in this resort

The resort building needs some renovation especially bathroom in the room, but location and services are good for stay. I like the heated pool and close access to the sandy beach; on-site restaurant is a very convenient feature.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good service- friendly staff

The front desk staff were amazing- very accommodating Right on the gulf - had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great and always very polite and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is very dated. great location,Great beach,great tiki bar.Great pools.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice experience with beach view

Was a pleasure be Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach. Confortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024