Title: Alta Vista Travel Guide: Best of Alta Vista, Sarasota Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Alta Vista](https://expedia.co.uk/Alta-Vista-Sarasota-Hotels.0-n553248635976477095-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Sarasota](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Sarasota](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Alta Vista Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Alta-Vista.d553248635976477095.Car-Hire-Guide)[Alta Vista Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Alta-Vista.d553248635976477095.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Alta Vista Travel Guide ## Sarasota ## Visit Alta Vista Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sarasota travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarasota.dx602719) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Lido Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6145141/1d4594a7-b7e1-465d-bffb-87633a8cb34c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lido-Beach-Sarasota.d6145141.Attraction) ![St. Armands Circle which includes a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066013/68f30605-19f4-40dc-adef-6a7c4f8de0ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Armands-Circle-Saint-Armands-Key.d6066013.Attraction) ![EJETFA The official entrance at the new Mall at University Town Center located just off I-75 on University Parkway in Sarasota Floria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621552334815/a709fe02-ddf9-4950-ac16-ad9bb78fea40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mall-At-University-Town-Center-Sarasota.d553248621552334815.Attraction) ![Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068719/cfac6c31-d3b7-4ef2-8eb6-3ddb2ef0d01a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mote-Marine-Laboratory-Aquarium-Sarasota.d6068719.Attraction) ![Sarasota_NathanBendersonPark_553248621552334812-4](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621552334812/4621b088-5df0-4183-abf7-741d7dd533f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nathan-Benderson-Park-Sarasota.d553248621552334812.Attraction) ![Ringling Museum Complex showing a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533115781/764bfc1a-5e59-44c6-9e13-776837deeb97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ringling-Museum-Complex-Arlington-Park.d553248621533115781.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45717106/f435da41-0a9c-44f3-918f-9f8d619256f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour £48 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sarasota-clear-kayak-led-night-glass-bottom-tour.a45717106.activity-details) ![Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47882758/2ec2e6d6-5025-4030-af1a-c50911af2840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour £41 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bradenton-anna-maria-island-guided-kayaking-manatee-tour.a47882758.activity-details) ![Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46991341/57500583-d43c-41b1-9021-0f51e8d1d09b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Siesta Key, FL - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour £48 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/siesta-key.a46991341.activity-details) ![Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48232968/8cab5e42-6a9e-455e-b915-5a5b1953dd72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour £73 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/anna-maria-island-bradenton-beach-parasailing-tour.a48232968.activity-details) ![HydroCats](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48663184/9309866a-4965-46de-b278-0088f58688b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour £108 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hydrocats-2-hour-craigcat-sightseeing-tour.a48663184.activity-details) ![Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2929003/fcb3beeb-3040-4674-8536-a516f332ab79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Signature Service at the Spa- Refreshment Bar, Access to Serenity Lounge £73 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/signature-service-at-the-spa-refreshment-bar.a2929003.activity-details) [See all activities in Sarasota](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sarasota.d602719.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Alta Vista ![Kompose Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38220000/38215400/38215316/3006ffef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kompose Boutique Hotel 965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL 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! (5,166 reviews) Great place Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477095) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=38215316&PinnedHotelID=38215316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477095) ![Golden Host Resort - Sarasota](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21400/21331/6dc32504_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Golden Host Resort - Sarasota 4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,366 reviews) The room had a smell to it. The lighting was horrible. One of the outlets was not working so I had to plug my curler somewhere else. There was only two towels to dry ourselves. The AC did not work thank God I had my own fan and for the price that I paid for it was definitely not worth it. I do not ... Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=21331&PinnedHotelID=21331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477095) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=21331&PinnedHotelID=21331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477095) ![Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41970000/41961400/41961327/e1f2d8a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound 12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL £208 12 Apr - 13 Apr 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! (2,017 reviews) The hotel was very clean and the staff were very accommodating. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=41961327&PinnedHotelID=41961327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477095) ![Tropical Beach Resorts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1241000/1240909/f85b62a5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tropical Beach Resorts 6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL £206 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach aparthotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,375 reviews) fabulous stay!!! loved everything about it Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=1240909&PinnedHotelID=1240909&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477095) ![Tropical Breeze Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/880000/879700/879629/03ad611d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tropical Breeze Resort 140 Columbus Blvd. Siesta Key FL Stay at this beach hotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Wonderful Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=879629&PinnedHotelID=879629&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477095) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=879629&PinnedHotelID=879629&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477095) ![Azul Resort Siesta Key](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123480000/123471600/123471528/3f0a51ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Azul Resort Siesta Key 1105 Point of Rocks Rd Siesta Key FL £280 24 Mar - 25 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Siesta Key. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Siesta Key Beach and Lido Beach are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews) No ocean view. Nice pool view Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=123471528&PinnedHotelID=123471528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477095) [See all 14,190 properties in Alta Vista](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976477095) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Arlington-Park.dx553248635976473965) ![Beautiful docks ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/241864ee-40e5-4f07-a59f-b943ed71f47c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Sarasota While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Downtown-Sarasota.dx553248635976481694) ![Causeway Park featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563219823/eac47f3e-3708-4a4c-82d5-59f5fb3e0bb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central Sarasota 4.5/5(21 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Central-Sarasota.dx553248633938969734) ![SiestaKey_Southgate_553248623282278413-1](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623282278413/b7104d91-0ee3-4924-b20a-8faf04d45893.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Southgate.dx553248623282278413) ![Blue Lifeguard Tower on a Morning Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000431579/631f0407-60c8-4afc-917c-55d0a6073ab1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pinecraft 4/5(10 area reviews) While there might not be top attractions in Pinecraft, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bobby Jones Golf Complex and Ed Smith Stadium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Pinecraft.dx3000431579) ![Bird Key](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602719/bfdbf568-93c9-4c76-8eb9-38f77d913783.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bird Key If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bird Key and surrounding area, you can visit St. Armands Circle and Lido Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Bird-Key.dx553248635976476083) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Alta Vista Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app