Lido Beach Resort, SarasotaLido Beach Resort in Sarasota, United States has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 26 of 55 hotels we score in Sarasota. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.4 before correction: Tripadvisor 3.4. Rooms from about $409 a night (cached, not a live quote).Lido Beach Resort sits on Lido Key in Sarasota, Florida, directly facing the Gulf. This beachfront property suits families and those interested in water sports like surfing and snorkeling. Guest rooms include air conditioning, refrigerators, and microwaves. On-site facilities feature two heated outdoor swimming pools, three Jacuzzis, a fitness centre, and a poolside bar. The grounds contain garden areas with waterfalls and a tiki bar near the private beach. The resort is located close to St. Armands Circle. While the property offers various amenities, the dedicated adults-only pool is quite small.What stands out

Direct private beach access

Two heated outdoor pools

On-site water sports

Close to St. Armands Circle

Watch out for

Small adults-only pool

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