Title: August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Aparthotel # August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22130000/22127600/22127530/w1400h930x0y3-50dc3034.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22130000/22127600/22127530/c73b091a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22130000/22127600/22127530/9f33c0cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22130000/22127600/22127530/5ba3c4a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Coffee and/or coffee maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22130000/22127600/22127530/57eba4a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Travelers step into Sarasota history at the August Ringling Room, enjoying amenities like an on-site coffee shop, craft beer and wine bar, and two restaurants. The location is praised for its proximity to Lido Key Beach, Siesta Key, and downtown cultural attractions. 9.0 Wonderful ### Apart-hotel 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2550 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space £147 includes taxes & fees 1 Oct - 2 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches Just minutes from beautiful Sarasota Bay and lovely beaches! This upstairs guest room, a 1 BR king with private bath, is located near downtown Sarasota and the beaches. Five minutes to downtown, 5 minute drive to Lido Key Beach, close to Siesta Key! The Reserve Retreat boasts onsite restaurant, coffee and tea shop, craft beer and wine bar, and an upscale restaurant open for dinner 7 days a week. Complimentary coffee in Jessie's Café & Coffee Wed-Sun from 8am-2pm. We have two on-site restaurants! Jessie's Café & Coffee with Mexican and American fare breakfast and lunch from 8a-2p. Eat indoors at The Café or outdoors on our lovely courtyard. The Reserve Kitchen by Chef Antonio is open 7 days a week. Dinner is served daily from 4:30-9:30pm. Enjoy lunch on Saturday and Sunday from noon-4. Dinner and lunch are served in a more formal setting in the lovely dining room. The Reserve Retreat is a landmark property, steeped in Sarasota's rich art and cultural heritage. The three buildings were part of circus magnate Charles Ringling's estate before his mansion was built. At various times, it was a boarding house and a circus performance venue. Today, it is a redeveloped gorgeous property with three buildings on a single parcel joined by a beautiful outdoor courtyard. It is across the street from the Sarasota Bay and just minutes to Downtown, and both Lido Key and Siesta Key beaches! Conveniently located near downtown Sarasota, the beaches, St. Armand's Circle, many performing arts venues, restaurants, and more! A great Sarasota escape close to the arts and nature and much more. Washer and dryer on-site, too. Beach chairs and beach towels can be checked out for your convenience. Too many great points to list here! ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 550 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Please no smoking, except outside. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: this is an upstairs room ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as August Ringling Room Stay Piece History Downtown Beaches Hotel August Ringling Room Stay Piece History Downtown Beaches August Ringling Room Stay Piece History Downtown Beaches Hotel August Ringling Room Stay Piece History Downtown Beaches Hotel August Ringling Room Stay Piece History Downtown Beaches B&B August Ringling Room Stay Piece History Downtown Beaches ## About the area Located by the sea, this aparthotel is in Central Sarasota, a neighbourhood in Sarasota. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Sarasota Jungle Gardens and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Sarasota travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sarasota.dx602719) [View more Aparthotels in Sarasota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Apart-Hotels.d602719-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.34995%2C-82.54671&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QQym-s2c-1xjgU5FIB7cHO6ReM0=) Sarasota, FL ### What's nearby - Ringling College of Art and Design - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Marina Jack - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles - St. Armands Circle - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles - Lido Beach - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles ### Getting around - Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 6 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive - ‪Sunoco - ‬7 min walk - ‪Origin Craft Beer & Pizza Cafe Rosemary - ‬16 min walk - ‪Ocean Prime Sarasota - ‬17 min walk - ‪Wicked Cantina Sarasota - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches? > As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches on 1 Oct 2025 start from £147.10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sarasota-Hotels-August-Ringling-Room-Stay-In-A-Piece-Of-Sarasota-History-Downtown-Beaches.h22127530.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is August Ringling Room - Stay in a piece of Sarasota history - Downtown & Beaches located? > Located in Central Sarasota, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy, Ringling College of Art and Design and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Sarasota County Visitor Information Center and History Museum and Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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