| low-key rooms have complimentary wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. freebies include parking and a hot breakfast buffet. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. kids age 17 and under at no cost when accompanied by an adult. pets are welcome. this casual hotel off us-41 is 1 mile from the marie selby botanical gardens and 6 miles from siesta key beach. there's also a heated outdoor pool and coin-operated laundry facilities
Tampa International Airport 1 hr 9
Tibbals Learning Center at The Ringling (14 min)
Ringling Circus archives, with historical documents, costume drawings & art (by appointment). The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (13 min)
State art museum founded by the circus magnate with 31 galleries in a pink Renaissance-style palace. Siesta Key Beach (13 min)
Fine white quartz sand that stays cool plus a playground, tennis courts & year-round lifeguards. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Downtown Sarasota campus (5 min)
Showcase for thousands of tropical plants, plus a conservatory & garden museum, in a historic space. Sarasota Beach (14 min)
Expanse of white sand known for beach bars & clear waters, with swimming, kayaking & surf breaks. Sarasota Jungle Gardens (11 min)
Historic attraction featuring more than 150 animals & shows in a tropical setting. Crescent Beach (13 min)
Quaint, crescent-shaped beach known for its fine white sand & picturesque sunset views. Saint Armands Key (11 min)
Connected to the mainland by a causeway, this Sarasota Bay island offers a large roundabout & park. Lido Key Beach (13 min)
Sandy beach featuring a concession stand, gift shop & picnic tables, plus a swimming pool. Lido Key (12 min)
This barrier island connected to the mainland via a causeway features beaches, a park & nightlife. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (13 min)
Aquarium with a stingray touch tank & shark tank plus manatees in the nearby mammal center. Siesta Beach (14 min) Sarasota Bay (14 min)
Named an estuary of national significance, this subtropical, coastal lagoon is popular for kayaking. Ca' d'Zan (15 min)
Once home to the Ringlings, this circa-1924 mansion draws inspiration from the palazzos of Venice. Bayfront Park (5 min)
Waterfront green space with a promenade, playground, tiki bar & dramatic views of the bay & city. | 
