The Westin Sarasota
100 Marina View Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236, Sarasota, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Overview
The Westin Sarasota is a 4-star hotel in a modern tower overlooking Sarasota Bay at 100 Marina View Dr, in Sarasota’s arts district. It’s positioned for a city-and-waterfront stay, with walkable access to downtown attractions and easy reach of area beaches and museums. The property holds a 4.4/5 public rating from 2,660 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms and suites are described as sleek, with free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Balconies are a defining feature, with either city or bay views, and a presidential suite adds panoramic views through picture windows. Guests frequently mention modern, clean rooms.
Dining & Room Service
On-site dining includes a refined restaurant with a patio, plus a rooftop bar and eatery. 24/7 room service is available, and breakfast is offered. Review themes highlight strong food quality and attentive restaurant/room-service experiences, with some noting limited menu variety despite a buffet option.
Rooftop, Fitness & Spa
The hotel features a rooftop terrace with a pool, along with a lobby bar for indoor cocktails or casual meetups. There’s also a gym and a spa, and the property offers in-room massages for added convenience. These amenities support both leisure stays and longer visits.
Location & Nearby Highlights
Downtown Sarasota is close by, including Bayfront Park (about 693 m), Sarasota Farmers Market (about 667 m), and Art Center Sarasota (about 623 m). Cultural and family-friendly attractions are within a short drive, such as Marie Selby Botanical Gardens (about 1,291 m), Sarasota Art Museum (about 2,178 m), Mote Marine Laboratory (about 2,985 m), and The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and Ca’ d’Zan (about 5.1–5.4 km). Beach days are within reach at Lido Key Beach (about 4.1 km) and Siesta Beach (about 8.0 km).
Best for
This hotel suits travelers who want a modern, upscale base in downtown Sarasota with quick access to waterfront parks, arts venues, and dining. It’s also a strong fit for leisure guests who value a rooftop pool scene and easy beach time, helped by the hotel’s complimentary beach shuttle mentioned by guests. Couples and solo travelers looking for city or bay-view balconies and strong on-site dining/room service feedback tend to find it appealing.
Travel tips
Plan time to explore downtown on foot: Bayfront Park, Sarasota Farmers Market, and Art Center Sarasota are all within roughly 0.6–0.7 km. For beach days, consider using the complimentary beach shuttle noted in guest feedback, and keep Lido Key Beach (~4.1 km) and Siesta Beach (~8.0 km) in mind for planning. If breakfast matters to your routine, it’s offered on-site and often called out positively in guest impressions.
What guests say
Guests commonly describe the property as modern and very clean, with rooms that meet expectations for comfort and upkeep even on longer stays. Staff friendliness and personal, welcoming service—especially at the front desk—comes up as a recurring highlight. Food quality is frequently praised across the restaurant, breakfast, and room service, though some note the menu selection can feel limited despite a buffet being available. Location is repeatedly valued for walkability to downtown restaurants and attractions, and the complimentary beach shuttle is cited as a meaningful perk for leisure trips.
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