| set on gulf of mexico drive, this relaxed, beachfront inn is 8 miles from the shops and restaurants of st. most have full kitchens, and living areas with pull-out sofas, while some have kitchenettes. the casual, bright apartments have free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs with dvd players, and private patios and entrances. there's also a communal bbq grill and a patio. parking is free. laundry facilities are available. . armand's circle, and 12 miles from the marie selby botanical gardens. amenities include an outdoor pool, a cabana and a private beach
Tampa International Airport 1 hr 16
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium (12 min)
Aquarium with a stingray touch tank & shark tank plus manatees in the nearby mammal center. Coquina Beach (7 min)
Long public swimming beach featuring picnic tables, cabanas & play areas, plus a casual cafe. Sarasota Jungle Gardens (25 min)
Historic attraction featuring more than 150 animals & shows in a tropical setting. Ca' d'Zan (29 min)
Once home to the Ringlings, this circa-1924 mansion draws inspiration from the palazzos of Venice. Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Downtown Sarasota campus (20 min)
Showcase for thousands of tropical plants, plus a conservatory & garden museum, in a historic space. The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature (31 min)
A planetarium, aquarium & history museum under 1 roof with dioramas & films. Sarasota Bay (14 min)
Named an estuary of national significance, this subtropical, coastal lagoon is popular for kayaking. Tibbals Learning Center at The Ringling (27 min)
Ringling Circus archives, with historical documents, costume drawings & art (by appointment). Saint Armands Key (15 min)
Connected to the mainland by a causeway, this Sarasota Bay island offers a large roundabout & park. Lido Key (17 min)
This barrier island connected to the mainland via a causeway features beaches, a park & nightlife. Manatee Public Beach (17 min)
Park featuring a beach, a playground, picnic tables, grills, bike racks, restrooms, showers & more. Lido Key Beach (17 min)
Sandy beach featuring a concession stand, gift shop & picnic tables, plus a swimming pool. The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art (26 min)
State art museum founded by the circus magnate with 31 galleries in a pink Renaissance-style palace. Siesta Key Beach (34 min)
Fine white quartz sand that stays cool plus a playground, tennis courts & year-round lifeguards. DeSoto National Memorial Park (26 min)
Nod to the famed explorer's landing site with living-history camp, exhibits, shore & nature trails. | 
