Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

1540 Ben Franklin Dr, Sarasota, Florida, 34236

855-516-1090

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Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

1540 Ben Franklin Dr, Sarasota, Florida, 34236

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside
2 Double Beds, 288-sq-foot room with pool views

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Room Highlights

Internet - Free WiFi

In Room Entertainment - 37-inch flat-screen TV

Food and Beverages - Room service

Bed Type and Features - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

Extra Features - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and phone; rollaway/extra beds available on request

Pleasure - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

Smoking And Non-Smoking

Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Amenities and Features
- AC
- Access by exterior corridors
- Bath Towels Provided
- Bathroom (Private)
- Blackout drapes-curtains
- Cable/satellite TV service
- Complimentary local calls
- Complimentary toiletries
- Complimentary Wifi
- Flat panel TV
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Housekeeping (Daily)
- In room safe - laptop compatible
- Iron - ironing board
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Phone
- Rollaway/extra beds - Extra Charge
- Room Linens provided
- Room-service
- Shower only
- Smoking And Non Smoking
- TV
- TV size measurement: inch
- TV size: 37
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Room, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area
2 Double Beds, 340-sq-foot room with courtyard views

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Room Highlights

Internet - Free WiFi

In Room Entertainment - 37-inch flat-screen TV

Food and Beverages - Room service

Bed Type and Features - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

Extra Features - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and phone; rollaway/extra beds available on request

Pleasure - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

Non-Smoking

Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Amenities and Features
- AC
- Access by exterior corridors
- Bath Towels Provided
- Bathroom (Private)
- Blackout drapes-curtains
- Cable/satellite TV service
- Complimentary local calls
- Complimentary toiletries
- Complimentary Wifi
- Flat panel TV
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Housekeeping (Daily)
- In room safe - laptop compatible
- Iron - ironing board
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Non Smoking
- Phone
- Rollaway/extra beds - Extra Charge
- Room Linens provided
- Room-service
- Shower only
- TV
- TV size measurement: inch
- TV size: 37
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Room, 2 Double Beds (Gulf Front)
2 Double Beds, 324-sq-foot room with ocean views

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Room Highlights

Internet - Free WiFi

In Room Entertainment - 37-inch flat-screen TV

Food and Beverages - Room service

Bed Type and Features - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

Extra Features - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and phone; rollaway/extra beds available on request

Pleasure - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

Smoking And Non-Smoking

Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Amenities and Features
- AC
- Access by exterior corridors
- Bath Towels Provided
- Bathroom (Private)
- Blackout drapes-curtains
- Cable/satellite TV service
- Complimentary local calls
- Complimentary toiletries
- Complimentary Wifi
- Flat panel TV
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Housekeeping (Daily)
- In room safe - laptop compatible
- Iron - ironing board
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Phone
- Rollaway/extra beds - Extra Charge
- Room Linens provided
- Room-service
- Shower only
- Smoking And Non Smoking
- TV
- TV size measurement: inch
- TV size: 37
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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
2 Double Beds, 252 sq feet

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Room Highlights

Internet - Free WiFi

In Room Entertainment - 37-inch flat-screen TV

Food and Beverages - Room service

Bed Type and Features - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

Extra Features - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and phone; rollaway/extra beds available on request

Pleasure - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

Smoking And Non-Smoking

Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Amenities and Features
- AC
- Access by exterior corridors
- Bath Towels Provided
- Bathroom (Private)
- Blackout drapes-curtains
- Cable/satellite TV service
- Complimentary local calls
- Complimentary toiletries
- Complimentary Wifi
- Flat panel TV
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Housekeeping (Daily)
- In room safe - laptop compatible
- Iron - ironing board
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Phone
- Rollaway/extra beds - Extra Charge
- Room Linens provided
- Room-service
- Shower only
- Smoking And Non Smoking
- TV
- TV size measurement: inch
- TV size: 37
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible
1 King Bed, 252 sq feet

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Room Highlights

Internet - Free WiFi

In Room Entertainment - 37-inch flat-screen TV

Food and Beverages - Room service

Bed Type and Features - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

Extra Features - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and phone; rollaway/extra beds available on request

Pleasure - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

Accessibility - Visual fire alarm

Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available

Non-Smoking

Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Amenities and Features
- AC
- Access by exterior corridors
- Bath Towels Provided
- Bathroom (Private)
- Bathroom grab bars
- Blackout drapes-curtains
- Cable/satellite TV service
- Complimentary local calls
- Complimentary toiletries
- Complimentary Wifi
- Flat panel TV
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Housekeeping (Daily)
- In room safe - laptop compatible
- Iron - ironing board
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Non Smoking
- Phone
- Roll in shower
- Rollaway/extra beds - Extra Charge
- Room Linens provided
- Room-service
- Shower only
- Toilet Seat Raised
- TV
- TV size measurement: inch
- TV size: 37
- Visual fire alarm
- Wheelchair accessible
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Standard Room, Accessible
1 Queen Bed, 255 sq feet

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Room Highlights

Internet - Free WiFi

In Room Entertainment - 37-inch flat-screen TV

Food and Beverages - Room service

Bed Type and Features - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets

Restrooms & Showers - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer

Extra Features - Laptop-compatible safe, iron/ironing board, and phone

Pleasure - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating

Accessibility - Visual fire alarm

Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available

Non-Smoking

Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Amenities and Features
- AC
- Access by exterior corridors
- Bath Towels Provided
- Bathroom (Private)
- Bathroom grab bars
- Blackout drapes-curtains
- Cable/satellite TV service
- Complimentary local calls
- Complimentary toiletries
- Complimentary Wifi
- Flat panel TV
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Housekeeping (Daily)
- In room safe - laptop compatible
- Iron - ironing board
- No cribs (infant beds)
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Non Smoking
- Phone
- Roll in shower
- Room Linens provided
- Room-service
- Shower only
- Toilet Seat Raised
- TV
- TV size measurement: inch
- TV size: 37
- Visual fire alarm
- Wheelchair accessible

ABOUT THE HOTEL

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About Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Hotel

Hotel Location & Nearby Attractions

With a stay at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach in Sarasota, you'll be on the waterfront, steps from Lido Beach and a 3-minute drive from St. Armands Circle. This beach hotel is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Siesta Key Beach and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Turtle Beach.

Popular Hotel Amenities and Features

Spend the day on the private beach or dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a ballroom.

Business, Other Amenities

Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk.

Restaurants, Bars, Lounge & Dining options

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Hotel Accommodations and Guest Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 176 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.

Pet Policy for Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

If you are thinking of bringing your pet and want to know if pets are allowed at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach, please read the hotel pet policy. Sometimes the hotel may charge pet fees or have weight limit on pets. The pet policies of Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach are listed below.

Pets allowed

Only dogs are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are allowed

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 14

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 30

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Additional Hotel Details

Professional property host/manager
Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
LGBTQ friendly
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Individually-wrapped food options are available
Social distancing measures are in place
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Essential workers only - NO
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Featured Amenities

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Hotel Amenities

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible - may have limitations

Beach Facilities

Beach umbrellas
Beach & pool towels
On private beach
Beach sun chaise loungers

Breakfast Services

Breakfast available - Extra Charge

Business, Conference & Meetings

Banquet hall on site
Ballroom on site
Meeting Room Facilities
Business center on site

General Amenities

Beach volleyball on site
Dry cleaning & laundry service
Romantic packages available
Vending machine available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Windsurfing nearby

General Amenities

Scuba diving nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wheelchair accessible parking
Volleyball on site
Boat tours nearby
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Parasailing nearby
Segway rental/tour nearby
Golfing nearby
Ecotours nearby
Laundry Room
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Elevator & lift on property
ATM & banking on site

Internet

Free internet

Kids & Childcare Services

Kid's toys
Kid's games

Lobby Level Services

Luggage storage facilities
Bellhop & Porter service
24/7 front desk
Safe deposit box at front desk

Outdoor

Garden on property
Terrace on property

Pool Facilities

Outdoor Swimming Pool
Heated pool
Pool sun chaise loungers

Property Features

Assigned smoking areas

Restaurants & Bars

Number of pool bars -
Hotel Restaurant

Shopping

Gift shops or news stand

HOTEL LOCATION

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Nearest airport and around Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach
- Sarasota, Florida Hotel

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Lido Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
South Lido Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Coolidge Park - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
St. Armands Circle - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Sarasota BayWalk - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Quick Point Nature Reserve - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Causeway Park - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Islandside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Florida Studio Theatre - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Marina Jack - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Bayfront Park - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Sarasota Opera House - 6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center - 6.5 km / 4.1 mi

The preferred airport for Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi

EXPLORE NEARBY ATTRACTIONS, ACTIVITIES AND LOCAL EXPERIENCES

Lido Key Beach

A pristine beach known for its peaceful environment and scenic views (0.2 miles from the hotel location)
Address: 400 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Downtown Sarasota

Tropical urban oasis featuring a wide variety of colorful and exotic plants (2.7 miles from the hotel location)
Address: 1534 Mound St, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

Siesta Key Beach

Famous for its quartz sand, clear waters and numerous beach amenities (4.1 miles from the hotel location)
Address: 948 Beach Rd, Sarasota, FL 34242, USA

Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Family-friendly attraction with a variety of animals and tropical plants (4.6 miles from the hotel location)
Address: 3701 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34234, USA

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

A recognized leader in marine research with interactive exhibits (5.3 miles from the hotel location)
Address: 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA

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HELPFUL INFO & FAQS

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Does this property have a swimming pool?

Yes, Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach has a hotel pool.

What is the check-in policy?

The checking times for Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach are between 4:00 PM and midnight. The minimum age to check-in is 21.

What is the check-out time?

This Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach's check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What brand is Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach is an independent hotel.

What is the street address for Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

The address for Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach is 1540 Ben Franklin Dr, Sarasota, Florida 34236

What is the price for tonight?

Based on recent averages, the price for tonight can start at 209.

What is the nightly room rate for this weekend?

Based on recent averages, the room rate for this weekend can be as low as 209 per night.

How many guest rooms are at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

The Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach has a total of 176 guest rooms.

How many floors does the Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach have?

This Sarasota hotel has 4 floors. The hotel has 7 building/tower.

What is the hotel theme?

Travelers find this hotel Pet Friendly. Other themes include Beach, Beach, Family, Natural.

Recommended landmarks, attractions or things to do around SANDCASTLE RESORT AT LIDO BEACH?

SANDCASTLE RESORT AT LIDO BEACH is within minutes from Lido Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi , South Lido Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi and Coolidge Park - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi

ADDITIONAL HOTEL REVIEWS

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Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Reviews Summary

Donald

7/10

Good

Pros: Location and pool area

Cons: Room needed fixed up. Mattress was worn out. Door couldn't be locked from the inside. The room certainly didn't deserve a 3 star rating.
Verified Hotel Guest

9/10

Wonderful

Pros: The location its great and the staff friendly .
Elizabeth

4/10

Disappointing

Pros: The beach access. And the breakfast.

Cons: The hotel room. The beds were uncomfortable and the room smelled bad.
Massimiliano

8/10

Very Good

Very good

Pros: The Sandy beach Is nice and staff Is super kind. Parking inside the hotel Is useful.. very quiet position. Nice swimming pools.

Cons: The rooms need complete restoration. Half of the lights in the rooms were not running. The WC flooding water day and night. Cleaning of the rooms... Not the best thing of my stay.
Bonasera

8/10

Very Good

Excellent location & staff was welcoming and friendly!

Pros: Location!!!! Right on the beach!!!

Cons: Facilities are a bit outdated and shabby
Elaine

5/10

Fair

Location beautiful , staff amazing , hotel standard and rooms poor.

Pros: The property is extremely tired. I would say Rooms are not great needs a huge uplift. When we arrived our gulf room view was awful , bathroom tired so asked for a further room, which they did, a little better but disappointing . I think at present this hotel is 2 stars . However it is on a beautiful beach, has lovely pools, staff are amazing and housekeeping was good too . Endless beach/pool towels and water available all the time. Sunbeds plentiful and umbrellas for beach , no need to get up early!! Food good too. Pool bar and evening bar staff all nice and welcoming . Parking on site too plus a trolly bus is provided throughout the day to go into St Arnand Circle where shops and restaurants are , plus a 5 minute drive too.

Cons: As above, so tired .. no washing facilities as we had been travelling . I also think their photos of the hotel are wrong when looking on this site, apparently they were put on their from 8 years ago, according to hotel , not a true reading now, so please note rooms dont look like that now! Most Americans we chatted to complained too .
Nancy

9/10

Wonderful

Exceptional
Rick

6/10

Pleasant

Beaches and pools were nice. Location was good. But overall we felt the rooms were very dirty and the facility is run do

Pros: The rooms need a lot of upgrading. They smelled bad, musty and old. Floors were dirty and felt like they were damp. Outdoor furniture needs to be upgraded. The pictures on website dont show what the property i is like.

Cons: Needs a lot of upgrading. New paint, furniture and flooring. Outside pools were great. Private beach is misleading. But the beach was beautiful and well kept and the beach chairs and umbrellas were nice.Restaurant and food was good. All staff was very friendly. Property is old and website is very misleading. We were overcharged for our stay. I need to contact customer service.
Robideaux

7/10

Good

Good
Lourdes

10/10

Exceptional

Can't wait to come back!

Pros: Been so close to the beach.

Cons: Very friendly staff.
Christian

10/10

Exceptional

Pros: Beautiful location, excellent food, friendly staff

Cons: Luggage cart didnt fit into 2nd floor parking garage
Bill

9/10

Wonderful

The beach was beautiful. The pool was great. The sunset was the prettiest sunset Ive ever seen. Could definitely use up

Pros: The beach access. They provide beach chairs and umbrellas.

Cons: Not enough food choices at the restaurant . It was old but still a decent hotel. There was one bartender we could have done without.
Robert

10/10

Exceptional

Exceptional

Pros: The staff and general mgr was very nice and always ask if we needed anything any and Everytime they saw us.They always ask how are the newlyweds are as they were happy about Mine and Amber's marriage....Tim runs a great hotel and will definitely go back

Cons: No complaints at all 100 percent completely satisfied
Bixby

1/10

Very Poor

Bad

Pros: Nothing. Filthy run down.needs torn down or remodeled. Only nothing nice was beach.

Cons: Motel. Room . Filthy. Tear it down or gut it and remodel
Thais

8/10

Very Good

Very good

Pros: Good and clean!
Anonymous

10/10

Exceptional

Perfect
Johnson

9/10

Wonderful

Exceptional
Jacsibe

8/10

Very Good

Very good
Jason

2/10

Poor

Absolutely awful

Pros: Location

Cons: Pool was closed. Air conditioning did not work and the solution was use a fan. Balcony had a major issue which caused the door to the balcony not to open. Staff said several times that we dont care about the facility because its going to be torn down soon.
Israel

9/10

Wonderful

Very good service

Pros: Good location

Cons: To old

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

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Room, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Gulf Front)

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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Standard Room, Accessible

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ABOUT THE HOTEL

About Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Hotel

Hotel Location & Nearby Attractions

Popular Hotel Amenities and Features

Business, Other Amenities

Restaurants, Bars, Lounge & Dining options

Hotel Accommodations and Guest Rooms

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Hotel Amenities

Accessibility

Beach Facilities

Breakfast Services

Business, Conference & Meetings

General Amenities

General Amenities

Internet

Kids & Childcare Services

Lobby Level Services

Outdoor

Pool Facilities

Property Features

Restaurants & Bars

Shopping

HOTEL LOCATION

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Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Reviews Summary

Donald

Good

Verified Hotel Guest

Wonderful

Elizabeth

Disappointing

Massimiliano

Very Good

Bonasera

Very Good

Elaine

Fair

Nancy

Wonderful

Rick

Pleasant

Robideaux

Good

Lourdes

Exceptional

Christian

Exceptional

Bill

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