Located along the west-central Gulf coast of Florida, the town of Sarasota rests next to Sarasota Bay, and is well-known for the miles of sandy beaches found along the key islands that form its outer coastline. Along the south side of town just above Gulf Gate Estates, Clark Road (State Highway 72) stretches east and west inland as it crosses Interstate-75. The motels on or near Clark Road are primarily found where it intersects the Interstate.
This motel has budget-to-moderate rates and is conveniently located just off I-75. It offers guests a heated outdoor pool and whirlpool, as well as a sundeck, free continental breakfast (featuring Krispy Kreme doughnuts) and free Internet service. Every guest room and suite includes a microwave, refrigerator, iron and ironing board. The hotel also has oversize parking spaces to accommodate tour buses. Several restaurants are clustered within walking distance, including a Burger King and Waffle house; more restaurants can be found less than a half mile to the west along Clark Road.
Comfort Inn
5778 Clark Road
Sarasota, FL 34233
941-921-7750
comfortinn.com
This budget-rate motel is adjacent to the Comfort Inn, offering a fair value to guests with refrigerators, microwaves and coffee service in each guest room, plus free breakfast, free Internet, and an outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi. Oversize parking is available for buses and trucks, and restaurants are in walking distance. This hotel has a "five sunburst" rating, the highest internal rating awarded by Days Inn for exceptional quality.
Days Inn Sarasota I-75
5774 Clark Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34233
941-921-7812
daysinn.com
With rates in the moderate range, this property just off Clark Road offers a few more amenities than its competitors across the way--including a fitness center, outdoor pool and whirlpool, a 24-hour business center and a lending library. The hotel offers free Internet service and free breakfast buffet as well. A variety of rooms and suites are available, all offering in-room safes, microwaves, refrigerators and coffee service. Additionally, some of the larger specialty suites have full kitchens, and some are equipped with two-person hot-tubs for romantic getaways.
Country Inn and Suites by Carlson Sarasota I-75
5730 Gantt Road
Sarasota, FL 34233
941-925-0631
countryinns.com
