Pinecraft Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Lido Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
St. Armands Circle
Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers.
Mall at University Town Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall at University Town Center during your trip to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Nathan Benderson Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline.
John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Activities
Mangroves, Manatees, and a Hidden Beach: Kayak Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Murder Mystery Trolley: Who Killed The Circus Queen?
Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Our pick of the best Pinecraft Hotel Deals
Carlisle Inn
I really love this hotel. Clean room, Amish style decoration. Wide corridor.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
All was great.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
I love staying here when I’m in Sarasota. The rooms are efficient. The work out facility is outstanding with circuit training, free weights, Peloton, stair master, tread. The breakfast is plentiful. The staff are friendly. And the price is excellent. A great value. I look forward to my next ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Room was clean and comfortable. A pleasant walk to the beach. Staff was friendly and helpful. We loved the location - so close to the bridge.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Clean room. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Lido Beach Resort
Amazing location with the most friendly staff: everyone from the front desk to the servers to the pool attendants to the cleaning staff were all helpful with genuine smiles. The option of an adult only pool & hot tub area was a nice touch. Great restaurants on site and a convenient (and free!) shuttle ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pinecraft
Sarasota Springs
The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.
Southgate
While there might not be top attractions in Southgate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach.
Fruitville
Restaurants, beaches and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Fruitville. Make a stop by Nathan Benderson Park while you're exploring.
Arlington Park
Though Arlington Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marie Selby Botanical Gardens and Marina Jack.
South Gate Ridge
South Gate Ridge is well liked for its churches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.
Bee Ridge
Notable for its beaches, restaurants and shopping, Bee Ridge is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Sarasota. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.
Pinecraft Travel Guide
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Romantic Hotels in Siesta Key
- Pet Friendly Hotels in Siesta Key
- Beach Hotels in Siesta Key
- All Inclusive Hotels in Siesta Key
- Luxury Hotels in Siesta Key
- Boutique Hotels in Siesta Key
- Casino Hotels in Siesta Key
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Central Sarasota
- Boutique Hotels in Sarasota
- Cheap Hotels in Sarasota
- Beach Hotels in Sarasota
- Beach Hotels in Lido Key
- Luxury Hotels in Lido Key
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in South Sarasota
- Cottages in Sarasota
- B&B in Sarasota
- Apartments in Sarasota
- Motels in Sarasota
- Condo Rentals in Siesta Key
- Motels in Siesta Key
- Apartments in Siesta Key
- Resort in Siesta Key
- Villas in Siesta Key
- Holiday Homes in Lido Key
- Villas in Legacy Trail
- Guest Houses in Legacy Trail
- Hotels near Ed Smith Stadium
- Southgate Hotels
- South Gate Ridge Hotels
- South Sarasota Hotels
- Hotels near Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club
- Vamo Hotels
- Hotels near Ringling College of Art and Design
- Hotels near Turtle Beach
- Fruitville Hotels
- Hotels near Sarasota Opera House
- Central Sarasota Hotels
- Hotels near Siesta Key Beach
- Siesta Key Hotels
- Indian Beach Sapphire Shores Hotels
- Siesta Key Village Hotels
- Downtown Sarasota Hotels
- Pinecraft Hotels
- Hotels near Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.
- Aloha Kai Hotels
- Hotels near Sarasota Memorial Hospital
- The Meadows Hotels
- Sarasota Hotels
- Desoto Lakes Hotels
- Bayview Hotels
- Ed Smith Stadium
- Payne Park
- St. Armands Circle
- Nathan Benderson Park
- Siesta Key Holidays
- Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
- Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
- Sarasota Classic Car Museum
- Sarasota Holidays
- Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club
- Siesta Key Beach
- Visit Oneco
- Visit Perico Island
- Visit Snead Island
- Visit Anna Maria Island
- Visit Siesta Key
- Visit St. Petersburg
- Visit Ruskin
- Visit Warm Mineral Springs
- Visit St. Pete Beach
- Visit Shell Key Preserve
- Visit Edgeville
- Visit Fruitville
- Visit Longboat Key
- Visit Saint Armands Key
- Visit Ellenton
- Visit Rotonda West
- Visit Holmes Beach
- Visit South Gate Ridge
- Visit Vamo
- Visit Tierra Verde
- Visit Joe Island
