Holiday Inn Exp Suites East I-75, SarasotaHoliday Inn Exp Suites East I-75 in Sarasota, United States has a corrected score of 3.0 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 36 of 55 hotels we score in Sarasota. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.0 before correction: Booking.com 3.9, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 1.6, Agoda 2.4. Rooms from about $127 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located near Interstate 75, this Holiday Inn Express & Suites serves business travellers and holidaymakers visiting the Siesta Key Beach area. The property underwent a renovation in 2020 and features a modern interior. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and a business centre. Guests have access to complimentary Wi-Fi and a daily hot breakfast. The hotel operates under mandatory eco-rules, allowing guests to opt-in for room cleaning. While the rooms are generally described as clean, some guests have reported issues with musty smells in the hallways. Free parking is available on-site for all visitors.What stands out

Modern renovated interiors

Outdoor swimming pool

Complimentary hot breakfast

Free on-site parking

Watch out for

Musty hallway smells

Delayed room readiness

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