Desoto Lakes Travel Guide
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Activities
Sarasota Guided Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Tour
NZ$104
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
NZ$104
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
NZ$97
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
NZ$111
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
NZ$126
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
NZ$192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Desoto Lakes Hotel Deals
Kompose Boutique Hotel
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is NZ$129 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$129
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,632 reviews)
"The staff was great, the room was clean, and the breakfast was delicious. Parking is an additional $5.xx and can be tight. If you are sharing a room with friends, you're gonna get close as the toilet and shower share a sliding door. Overall great stay."
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is NZ$418 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$418
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bradenton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,319 reviews)
"Loved the breakfast and the view"
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is NZ$147 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$147
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,588 reviews)
"I would stay again as the location is great!!!!"
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is NZ$380 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$380
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,633 reviews)
"The room we had was great for us. It had everything we needed, and it was clean and the air condition worked well. We had a cold room every night. After our sheets were changed the first day there was a puke smell on our next set of sheets. We said something to the cleaning lady the next morning ..."
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
6600 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
The price is NZ$236 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$236
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,219 reviews)
"Nice place"
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Lido Beach Resort
700 Benjamin Franklin Dr Sarasota FL
The price is NZ$671 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$671
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Desoto Lakes
Find the best Desoto Lakes areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Desoto Lakes
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Lido Key
Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.
South Sarasota
While visiting South Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like The Landings and Coconuts Family Entertainment Center.
Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Sarasota
While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Florida Studio Theatre.
Palmer Ranch
While there might not be top attractions in Palmer Ranch, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Sarasota Square.
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