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Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach

3.0 star property
On private beach with 2 outdoor pools, near St. Armands Circle

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, sun loungers
Double Room, Courtyard View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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Lobby sitting area
Tucked away near Lido Beach, Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach offers a tranquil retreat with sun loungers and beach volleyball on its private beach. Soak up the sun by one of two outdoor pools or unwind in the garden after connecting to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • Restaurant and pool bar
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 255 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Double Beds (Gulf Front)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

7.0 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Room, Courtyard View, Courtyard Area

7.6 out of 10
Good
(75 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Iron/ironing board
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Oct 14 - Oct 15
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About the neighborhood

Map
1540 Ben Franklin Drive, Sarasota, FL, 34236

What's nearby

  • Lido Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Armands Circle - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Shell Beach - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Crescent Beach - 21 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 21 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Columbia Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Drift Kitchen & Bar - Lido Beach Resort - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Daiquiri Deck - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Bar at Lido Beach Resort - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cha CHA Coconuts - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach

At Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle. After taking a dip in one of the 2 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the pool bar. Other features include a terrace and a garden. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Children's games
  • Toys

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Mountain biking
  • Sailing
  • Shopping
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 7 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Heated pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 28.25 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Beach access
    • Beach loungers
    • Beach towels
    • Business center/computer access
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • Laundry facilities
    • Shuttle service

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 7.00 to 20.00 per person

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 30 2024 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per day

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

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Sandcastle Lido
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Sandcastle Lido Beach Resort
Sandcastle Lido Beach Sarasota
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Helmsley Sandcastle Hotel Sarasota
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Frequently asked questions

Is Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach currently open?

This property is closed from October 30 2024 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Are pets allowed at Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 30 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What is there to do at Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like mountain biking, sailing, and volleyball. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a private beach and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach like?

Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach is located on the waterfront, a short 10-minute walk from South Lido Park and 2 minutes' walk from Lido Beach. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Beach
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Location
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and place!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location good value
jose, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice location
Leidy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location & price.
Barry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Gem

Great location right on beach very clean room would stay again
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Is a place to relax, quiet, with a beautiful beach
Marianela, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Place was clean, staff friendly, beach beautiful
Yvonne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location & Staff is Amazing!
Parveesh, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was so nice and polite.We enjoyed our stay was very good.
Herbert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location nice beach area clise to main areas
Jose, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location
Jiovanni, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property - park and stay. Beach is right there Great staff
kellee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was awesome! We loved the pool and the private beach. Would stay here again or recommend it to a friend.
Rachel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Liked the access to the beach and free chairs.
Penny, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location and value. Beautiful beach and very friendly staff. Hotelis clean, but old and very dated.
Erica Rose, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Close to the Beach
Victor M., 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked the property and the amenities that it had to offer.
dan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel is very closed to the beach and restaurants The installation need upgrades building is old We had a very good time there the beach is amazing
Mayra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Hotel location is a plus the spot was perfect. Nice view of the Sunset , Hotel needs to be upgraded very old , but we still have fun ..Definitely worth the drive … I recommend it..
Wanda J, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good service- friendly staff

The front desk staff were amazing- very accommodating Right on the gulf - had everything we needed
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice experience with beach view

Was a pleasure be Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach. Confortable bed.
Ana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lugar tranquilo
Medardo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous front desk staff

Really helpful staff at reception Kathy and Rae took good care of us!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were great and always very polite and helpful
Christina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Anthony, 2-night trip