Desoto Lakes Travel Guide

Sarasota

A rustic house surrounded by lush greenery and large trees with Spanish moss.
A tree-lined street with Spanish moss hanging from the branches.
A rustic house surrounded by large trees with Spanish moss, a well-maintained lawn, and a clear sky.
A lush garden with a wooden fence, large trees with Spanish moss, and a well-maintained lawn.
A tree-lined street with a mailbox and a sidewalk.

Things to do

Picture 4 for Activity Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

£40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Manatee Discovery Anna Maria Island

Manatee Discovery Anna Maria Island

£40
per adult
Manatee Discovery Anna Maria Island
Anna Maria Island and Bradenton Beach: Parasailing Tour

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

£80
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Taking in the views of another epic Siesta Key sunset!

Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour

£52
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour
The Island Tour

The Island Tour

£48
per adult
The Island Tour
Mangroves, Manatees & a Hidden Beach Kayak Tour

Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour

£43
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
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Top hotels in Desoto Lakes

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is £48 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£48
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 ...
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound

4 out of 5
12324 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton FL
The price is £127 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£127
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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 ...
Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
Tropical Beach Resorts

Tropical Beach Resorts

3.5 out of 5
6717 Sara Sea Circle Siesta Key FL
The price is £132 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£132
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (5,866 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! The room was very clean and comfortable! The property is beautiful and very well maintained. We are looking forward to coming back and staying again!"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
The Westin Sarasota

The Westin Sarasota

4 out of 5
100 Marina View Drive Sarasota FL
The price is £138 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£138
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
The Westin Sarasota
The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

5 out of 5
1601 Gulf Of Mexico Drive Longboat Key FL
The price is £680 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£680
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Longboat Key. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and a private beach. Popular attractions Lido Beach and Mote Marine Laboratory ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
"Perfecto"

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort
Carlisle Inn

Carlisle Inn

3.5 out of 5
3727 Bahia Vista Sarasota FL
The price is £102 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£102
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2,487 reviews)
"You deserve all the stars! From front desk to maintenance staff it seems that everyone cared"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Carlisle Inn
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Where to stay in Desoto Lakes

Find the best Desoto Lakes areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach lifeguard tower with a flag, a rescue sign, and people walking on the sand.

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.

A cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings, palm trees, and a cloudy sky.

South Sarasota

Though South Sarasota may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Siesta Key Beach and The Landings.

A theater with a sign reading "Florida Studio Theatre" and a smaller sign for "Wednesday's Child Now Playing".

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.

A well-manicured garden with palm trees, a fountain, and statues.

Downtown Sarasota

While visiting Downtown Sarasota, you might make a stop by sights like Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota.

A sign for Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

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.

Desoto Lakes Travel Guide

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