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Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

3.0 star property
On a private white sand beach, near Lido Beach
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
December 2024

Photo gallery for Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Front of property
Double Room, Courtyard View
Poolside bar
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Bar
    Bar

Explore the area

Map
1540 Ben Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34236
  • Lido Beach
    2 min walk
  • South Lido Park
    9 min walk
  • St. Armands Circle
    3 min drive
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    14 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds (Gulf Front)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds (Gulf Front)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Accessible

Standard Room, Accessible

Standard Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Similar properties

Exterior
Lido Beach Resort
On private beach
Pool
Hot tub
Pet-friendly
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (1001)
The price is NZ$927
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lido Beach Resort

About the area

Sarasota

At Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach you'll be steps from Lido Beach and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from St. Armands Circle. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a private beach and a restaurant. .At the hotel's own poolside bar, you can stop for a drink. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Sarasota hotel include Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Lido Beach - 2 min walk
  • St. Armands Circle - 3 min drive
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 6 min drive
  • Shell Beach - 17 min drive
  • Siesta Key Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lido Beach Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Columbia Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Daiquiri Deck - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cha CHA Coconuts - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Salty Dog - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

On a private white sand beach, near Lido Beach
Step outside to feel the sun on your face and the sand in your toes on the white sand beach. Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities, such as umbrellas and sunloungers. Cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach, and enjoy summer activities such as volleyball.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Sarasota hotel.

  • 176 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach offers 176 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

This Sarasota hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 7 to 20 per person
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 30 October 2024 to 31 December 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 30 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 28.25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Business centre/computer access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shuttle service

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Lido Beach Sandcastle
Sandcastle Lido
Sandcastle Lido Beach
Sandcastle Lido Beach Resort
Sandcastle Lido Beach Sarasota
Sandcastle Resort Lido
Sandcastle Resort Lido Beach
Sandcastle Resort Lido Beach Sarasota
Helmsley Sandcastle Hotel Sarasota
Helmsley Sandcastle Sarasota
Sarasota Helmsley Sandcastle
Sandcastle At Lido Sarasota
Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Hotel
Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Sarasota
Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Hotel Sarasota

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

Yep, Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

Yep, Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach is a short 2-minute walk from Lido Beach. Fun beach activities include volleyball, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a heated pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach features a private beach, 2 outdoor pools and a heated pool.

Does Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

No, Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 427 out of 1294 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 355 out of 1294 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 213 out of 1294 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 148 out of 1294 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 151 out of 1294 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Maykel

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lo único que tiene esta propiedad es la localización del resto nada sirve no lo recomiendo a nadie
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very disappointed
We have stayed here about 5 times, and each time it gets worse and worse. They are going to be tearing it down and building a new one, so, they don't care about how it is now. Not enough outlets in the room, and the room we stayed in last, 101, was the worst one of them all. Bed wasn't comfortable, no microwave and the ice machines don't work except 1 in the whole place. I will say, Rose, one of the cleaning staff is wonderful, and Eric, the bartendar is great. But, that is about the only nice things there anymore. Very disappointed!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lucinda

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is very old and ran down. Dead bugs in the room. Charging too much for the condition.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great get away
We had a great time, everyone was extremely generous and helpful, had everything we needed. The reason I don't give it 5 star rating is because everything was really old and hasn't been remodeled since before I was born likely. However it was extremely affordable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Jorge

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service not that friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This was our 3rd visit to The Sandcastle. It is a lovely peaceful resort and yes, it is very dated but has an old style charm which we like. The beds are very comfy and rooms are very clean with a beautiful sea view. We have enjoyed all of our stays here
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ricardo

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El peor hotel al que he viajado
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Victor M.

Close to the Beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jiovanni

Travelled with family
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was close to the beach. Just a short walk from the pool area. Nice to have lounge chair and umbrella to relax on the beach. Awesome sunset views. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jose

Nice location good value
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yalile

Need renovations , also are pet friendly although your can have your dog at the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

GRETCHEN

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, Iron Mountain

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our third stay at this resort. We are always welcomed and provided with excellent service. The beach accessibility is perfect, as well as the amenities within the resort, especially for the price. The food is wonderful also. The staff is very accommodating and provides phenomenal service. Huge shout out to Rebecca, Brian, and Mike!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buyer beware
Would not recommend. From the receptionist having a mental breakdown at check in to the plumbing not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is very dated. great location,Great beach,great tiki bar.Great pools.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Johnny

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is horrible. Muy caro para lo que ofrecen. Los balcones de la habitaciones están unidos a otras habitaciones. El elevador roto y sucio. Lo único que estuvo bueno fuè la atenciòn del hotel aunque algunos camarones que ordené estaban quemados. En el lobby no hay aire acondicionado. Las fotos que ponen online no dicen la realidad. No lo recomiendo.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agatha, Orlando

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaes

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

MARCELA

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a perfect spot.! But need a lot of work and better customer service.!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dennise

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NEVER AGAIN
The first room I was given upon arrival had roaches, the sink in the bathroom and tub were clogged up, and the phone in the room did not work. When I went to the front desk to notify them of the problems, the manager was very condescending and rude and ask me to if I did not have problems like that in my own house, and that there was a reason why they were the cheapest hotel in the area! She changed my room at 11pm at night we had to patch up our stuff and move to another room, that was slightly better, at least I didn’t see roaches!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Katie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property is older so didn't expect it to be amazing. But the cockroaches and the 8 baby cockroaches knocked the stars down. I know florida has them but it's excessive. Need pest control. Rooms are extremely outdated. Stains and dirty looking. Fixtures the whole 9. But cant beat the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM, Clermont

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very old facility. Lack of maintenance on tge hall ways. Rooms were cleaned and good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jane A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool and gulf view room
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Giuseppe

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awful experience
I didn’t stay for the following reasons: 1). The line at the check-in front desk was too long and waited close to 1hour. 2). Finally, when my turn arrived to check-in, I was told that the room wasn’t ready. 3). I demanded to see the room but the female clerk said that she’s alone therefore, don’t have anyone available to show me the room. 4). I demanded to speak with a manager finally, she arrived and she said to request the full refund from Hotels.com since the hotel property won’t demand payment from Hotels.com
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024