Situated along the southwest coast of Florida, Sarasota has long been known as a key destination for avid golfer and sport fishermen. With its pristine beaches and beautiful parks, the Sarasota area also serves as an attraction for pet owners. With several pet-friendly accommodations available, vacationers no longer have to leave their furry family friends behind.
Comfort Inn is a pet-friendly hotel in Sarasota that allows dogs and cats. There is a three pet per room limit and no animal should weigh more than 25 pounds. There is an additional room charge for each pet. Amenities include high-speed and wireless Internet, a business/fax center, fitness room, free hot breakfast and a heated outdoor swimming pool. The hotel is located near the Sarasota International Airport and the Robarts Sports Arena. Other key destinations in the area include Lido Beach and the John and Mabel Ringling Museum of Art.
Comfort Inn
5000 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34234
(941)-351-7734
comfortinn.com
Hibiscus Suites Inn is a four-star dog-friendly hotel located within walking distance from Crescent Beach on nearby Siesta Key. Amenities include free DirecTV satellite access, high-speed Internet, spacious suites with efficiency kitchens, heated pool, and free continental breakfast. Hibiscus Suites is near three shopping malls and is within 10 miles of two dozen of Sarasota's finest golf courses. This facility allows dogs up to 35 pounds for an additional room fee of $25-$75 a night. Unattended pets must remain caged, and no pet is allowed pool side.
Hibiscus Suites Inn
1735 Stickney Point Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34231
USA
( 941)-921-5797
hibiscussuites.com
The Ritz-Carlton in Sarasota combines elegant cosmopolitan luxury with a laid-back Gulf Coast style. Guests have access to the Members Beach Club at Lido Key and Members Golf Club, a tournament level course designed by Tom Fazio. Other amenities include an in-room safe, wireless and high-speed Internet, overnight shoe shine service, two fitness centers, three tennis courts, and a salon. Well-trained pets up to 20 pounds are welcomed. Pet service requires a $125 maintenance fee and includes dedicated rooms and a dog walk.
1111 Ritz-Carlton Dr
Sarasota Florida 34236
USA
(941)-309-2000
ritzcarlton.com/resorts/sarasota
These eight quaint little beach cottages at Longboat Key allow guests and their pets to share a relaxing beach getaway. Families can take their dogs for a twilight stroll on the beach or kick back and soak in the Summer sun at Rolling Waves in a care-free, laid-back environment. Pets can stay for just $15 per night or $75 weekly. There is no limit on the size and number of pets allowed. Guest amenities include a full kitchen in every cottage and cable TV.
6351 Gulf of Mexico Dr.
Longboat Key, Florida 34228
USA
(941) 383-1323
rollingwaves.com
Turtle Beach offers visitors a unique seaside experience. Guests and their pets will find a home away from home at any one of the ten cottages that make up Turtle Beach Resort at Sarasota Bay. Amenities include fully-equipped kitchens, high-speed wireless Internet, cable TV, private patio with private hot tubs and access to bikes, kayaks and canoes. Turtle Beach is just a short walk around the lagoon. There is a two pet per room limit, but no weight limit, so larger dogs are welcome. Dogs must refrain from barking. Casperson Beach, a public dog beach, is just 20 minutes away. There is also a dog park, dog bakery and dog spa in Sarasota.
Turtle Beach Resort
9049 Midnight Pass Road
Siesta Key
USA
(941)-349-4554
turtlebeachresort.com
