Even Hotel Lakewood Ranch, SarasotaEven Hotel Lakewood Ranch in Sarasota, United States has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 39 of 55 hotels we score in Sarasota. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.8 before correction: Booking.com 2.4, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.0, Agoda 2.6. Rooms from about $334 a night (cached, not a live quote).Even Hotel Lakewood Ranch is a 3.5-star lakefront property located near the University Town Center Mall and Nathan Benderson Aquatic Park. This IHG hotel suits business travellers and wellness-focused guests, offering 128 rooms with modern interiors. On-site facilities include a gym, an outdoor swimming pool, a hot tub, and the Cork & Kale cafe and bar. The hotel operates with mandatory eco-rules and opt-in cleaning services. Meeting rooms and a business centre are available for professional use. While the location provides easy access to local sports campuses, guests may hear noise from the nearby I-75 highway. The property allows up to two dogs per room for an extra fee.What stands out

On-site restaurant and bar

Fitness centre and outdoor pool

Pet friendly policy

Free parking and Wi-Fi

Watch out for

Highway noise from I-75

No private room balconies

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