Aloft Sarasota, Sarasota ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1401 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida, United States, 34236

Aloft Sarasota is a boutique hotel situated in downtown Sarasota that offers unique access to popular destinations such as St. Armand's Circle and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. The hotel provides modern amenities and a vibrant urban vibe. Its rooftop pool with city views contributes to the hotel's appeal as a relaxing getaway.

Location

Aloft Sarasota is conveniently located approximately 6 miles from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, making it accessible for travelers. The hotel is a short drive from beautiful beaches and shopping areas, including Lido Key and St. Armands Key. Guests can easily explore nearby attractions like Gillespie Park and the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

Rooms

Each guest room features an ultra-comfortable signature bed for restful nights. Amenities include a 40-inch flat-screen TV and air conditioning for convenience during stays. Private bathrooms are equipped with walk-in showers and custom amenities by Bliss Spa. Guests also benefit from free Wi-Fi access and safes in every room.

Eat & Drink

Dining options at Aloft Sarasota include the W XYZ® bar, where guests can enjoy refreshing beverages and live music. The 24-hour Re:fuel by Aloft offers a variety of sweet, savory, fast, and fresh options, including salads and sandwiches suitable for on-the-go. The Splash Pool Bar serves casual food and cocktails, perfect for enjoying on the rooftop deck.

Leisure & Business

The hotel boasts a rooftop pool and hot tub with panoramic views, allowing guests to relax and unwind. A fully-equipped fitness center is available for those looking to maintain their exercise routine. For business needs, the property offers two flexible event rooms designed to foster a productive atmosphere.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room Hearing Accessible

Max:

2 persons

29 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Deluxe King Room Hearing Accessible or High Floor

Max:

2 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Heating

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Queen Room Two Queen Beds Hearing Accessible

Max:

2 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Getting around

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City Centre

Sarasota800 m

Airports

Sarasota Bradenton International (SRQ) 8.0 km

St. Pete-Clearwater International (PIE) 78.5 km

Train

Vanderipe Railroad Station 9.6 km

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Stay

“I loved the layout of the room; it felt cozy and spacious. The pillows were very nice—I truly wanted to take one home!” view full review

Amazing Pool

“The pool on the 8th floor was really good! With a great temperature and a nice hot tub, it was the perfect place to unwind after a long day.” view full review

Great Fitness Center

“The fitness center provided modern equipment and a clean space, making it easy for me to keep up with my workouts during my stay.” view full review

Stylish Ambiance

“The modern decor of the hotel made my experience even better. It was incredibly stylish and contributed to a relaxing atmosphere.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Only dogs are allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Cycling
Billiard tables

Services

Free airport shuttle
Paid valet parking
Laundry
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Poolside snack bar
Snack bar

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Heated swimming pool
Sun loungers
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1401 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida, United States, 34236

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1401 Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida, United States, 34236

City landmarks

Garden

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

740 m

Park

Payne Park

1.2 km

Gallery

Art Center Sarasota

1.4 km

Island Park Drive

Unconditional Surrender Sculpture

610 m

Gallery

Towles Court Artist Colony

890 m

Gallery

The Artful Giraffe

990 m

Park

Gillespie Park

1.8 km

Unconditional Surrender

700 m

Garden

Sarasota Garden Club

1.5 km

Garden

Children's Garden

1.6 km

200 N Orange Ave

Catholic Church

700 m

Park

Pioneer Park

2.1 km

Nearby

Park

Bayfront Park

270 m

Park

Island Park

510 m

Market

Sarasota Farmers Market

310 m

Palm Avenue

560 m

Palm Avenue

Palm Avenue Shops

310 m

Gallery

AlexArt International Art Gallery

490 m

49 S Palm Ave

As Good As It Gets

220 m

Night club

The Gator Club

360 m

Store

The Exchange Inc

450 m

Store

Whole Foods Market

520 m

Gallery

Dabbert Gallery

180 m

Gallery

Art Uptown Gallery

400 m

Gallery

Galleria Silecchia

410 m

61 N Pineapple Ave

Five Points Park

500 m

Church

Church of the Redeemer Episcopal

490 m

Park

Eloise Werlin Park

560 m

Bridge

John Ringling Causeway

560 m

Baywalk Sanctuary

560 m

Restaurants

Caragiulos Italian American

230 m

69 S Palm Ave

Nancy's BBQ

140 m

301 S Pineapple Ave at Ringling Blvd

Duval's Fresh. Local. Seafood

400 m

1435 Main St

Nicky's Bistro

260 m

49 S Palm Ave

Brick's Smoked Meats

280 m

1528 State St

Amore Restaurant

310 m

180 N. Lime Ave.

State Street Eating House + Cocktails

290 m

1533 State Street

Boca Kitchen Bar and Market

280 m

19 S Lemon Ave

Mattison's City Grille

320 m

1 N Lemon Ave

Cafe Epicure

400 m

1298 N Palm Ave

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Great location

Average dining

Limited facilities

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

8.7

Location

9.3

Service

9.0

Dining

5.0

Lee

United States, September 2023

7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was absolutely wonderful! The rooms are beautifully decorated, clean, and very comfortable. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. However, the dining experience was disappointing, and the parking charge was an additional cost. Overall, a great choice for a stay in Sarasota with above-average rooms and service.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are very well thought out and comfortable.

Service

8.0

The service is your initial introduction to the property, with attentive staff and helpful assistance.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is top-notch, centrally situated in downtown Sarasota near excellent restaurants and shopping opportunities. It's convenient for exploring the area during the day and close to popular spots like Bayfront and Main Street.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience left much to be desired, with limited and below expectations selections. Consider exploring outside dining options for a better meal.

Facilities

7.0

While the facilities were adequate, with amenities like dry cleaning and valet parking available, they did not stand out as exceptional.

Clyde

United States, August 2023

8.6/10

The hotel rooms are perfect, clean, and spacious with a large bathroom. The staff, especially the valet guys, are friendly and go above and beyond to assist guests. The unique eighth-floor pool offers a quiet and modern ambiance. However, the required service charge of $15 per night might be a drawback.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are modern, quiet, and well-equipped. It was an excellent stay.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding, with staff members going out of their way to assist guests. The lady at the front desk provided exceptional care and service throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

This new hotel boasts a great location, offering easy access to marinas, restaurants, and shopping areas. I felt like royalty staying at such a nice hotel with a prime location.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was not as expected; it's preferable to dine outside the hotel due to the limited options and high prices. However, the Angus beef served exceeded expectations.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided were top-notch, including dry cleaning, valet parking, and shops/commercial services.

Emily

United States, June 2023

7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were beautifully decorated, clean, and the staff was very nice. However, the dining experience was not up to my expectations. The location was great for walking around the city and waterfront.

Rooms

8.0

I found the rooms to be beautifully decorated, clean, and the staff was very nice.

Service

9.0

The service at this hotel was one of the nicest I've experienced. From the maids to the valets to the front desk, everyone was attentive and friendly.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel was fabulous for walking around the city and waterfront. I loved exploring the area and found it very convenient.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was not what I expected. It would have been better to dine outside in a different setting.

Facilities

7.0

I enjoyed the facilities offered at the hotel.

Friendly staff

Average dining