Suggestions for Beach near Sarasota

Cori K. • September 13, 2014Lots of great places to kyak, fish, and swim! Locals are pretty friendly and will point you towards some of the best spots.

Aaron J. • August 15, 2013Beautiful sunsets....very peaceful

Gillian's P. • September 15, 2012Great Day at the beach Stop by Gillians Deli for lunch the sandwiches are great

Liz S. • August 26, 2012South Lido is a great beach if you prefer a quiet beach, as compared to the activity at a normal beach. Beautiful views of the Gulf!

Austin W. • July 17, 2014Not as crowded as Siesta Key Beach but not as nice either... It's still a nice beach no doubt. Pro tip: come at sunset when it's empty, come with your s/o, very romantic!

Jonathan S. • January 29, 2013You can get here on the sightseeing cruise from the Mote Aquarium.

Celeste H. • August 3, 2013The sand truly feels as amazing as everyone says. It's so soft & fine! Be ready for a crowd. Shallow area, great for kids. Water is relatively calm.

Olivia D. • April 3, 2018This is the best spot on the key to catch the sunset. They just installed a flag pole and it’s pretty special to watch the American flag come down at sunset. ✌🏽❤️

Brenda D. • March 27, 2017Lots of parking,close to village,wide beach with gorgeous white sand!A nearby sandbar offers sanddollars.

Orlando Informer • January 22, 2012Get here early! There's only five spots for parking.

Jeanie D. • May 11, 2014Beautiful beaches. Not crowded. White sand. No shells

Chaz G. • October 10, 2010Access to one of the most beautiful private beaches in America. Also great pools and exercise room.

Curt W. • January 3, 2017Beautiful views of Gulf, easier parking than Siesta, much shorter walk from car to the beach, usually nice and quiet. Sand isn't powdery and the water isn't quite as nice. But great in winter.

Marcus C. • April 23, 2014Parking can be a little bit tight at this access point. Compact cars are recommended as there is a very narrow turnaround at the end of this access point.

John S. • March 12, 2013Come by boat. ;-)

Joe M. • July 18, 2011Amazing Cobb Salad, and the beach club is heaven. Not a single thing I could want that they don't provide. Ask for a beach bag at the concierge.

Vicky K. • May 26, 2014Pool side fun, beautiful beach side views, awesome beaches and tiki bar is a nice feature

Tracy V. • May 27, 2016I <3 this beach “#1 beach in the US” always beautiful very active with people I been going here on and off since I was a couple of months old for the last 21 years and I always have a great experience

Jamie W. • April 1, 2019Replenishing work after Hurricane Irma is bringing back the shore. Much improved from last year!

Marek D. • February 12, 2014Great service by I Kayak Sarasota, and Mark is super knowledgeable of both history and the wildlife. Highly recommended

Aaron L. • December 26, 2013Most beautiful and plentiful seashells here vs. the other area beaches.

Wendy C. • May 29, 2012Very roomy and clean and only a 3 minute walk from the beach. In a very nice neighborhood.

Hotel Indigo • June 13, 2012Explore Sarasota the eco-friendly way with Hotel Indigo Sarasota's blue bikes! Take them to the Pineapple Man, the Kissing Statue or the #1 beach of Sarasota, Siesta Key

Sue R. • February 26, 2011Great staff especially Margaret at the bar... If the courtesy van doesn't pick you up on time, call the hotel... They forgot us at Lido Beach!

Michelle P. • March 3, 2019Great service beautiful hotel on the beach.

Edmar A. • July 31, 2013Sensacional, praia limpa, organizada, sem muvuca, sem vendedores disso ou daquilo, arrastão, ou seja praia de um país com Leis rígidas! Virei fã as crianças curtiram demais !!!!!