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Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach

3.0 star property
Savor warm sand between your toes or dip into an outdoor pool, surrounded by lush greenery.

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
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Double Room, Courtyard View | Balcony
2 outdoor pools, a heated pool, sun loungers
Double Room (Gulf Front) | Beach/ocean view
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
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Poolside

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 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

Highlights

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

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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
Daily housekeeping
  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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

Highlights

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

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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
Daily housekeeping
  • 252 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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
Daily housekeeping
  • 255 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
The price is $599
$722 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
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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 - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Siesta Key Beach - 18 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Shell Beach - 24 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Crescent Beach - 32 min drive - 17.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 176 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

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

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

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 30 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

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 May 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

Lido Beach Sandcastle
Sandcastle Lido
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Sandcastle Lido Beach Resort
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Frequently asked questions

Is Sandcastle Resort At Lido Beach currently open?

This property is closed from October 30 2024 to May 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

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location & price.
Barry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and place!
1-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

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location good value
jose, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to bring the family not overly crowded and the beach is perfect
luis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The beach was beautiful, the swimming pools were beautiful, the restaurant was very good. And the staff was super friendly and helpful.
Linda, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

8/10 Very good

Always a fun, old Florida style stay. Beautiful location with great people!
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Old but nice place to stay.
jose, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice location
Leidy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great location!!!
Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

6/10 Good

Good location
Jiovanni, 2-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

8/10 Very good

Very nice place
Eliani, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

I love the area!!
Ana, 3-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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Properties will be torn down for a new hotel coming soon. despite all of that the rooms were clean, with old furniture in good shape. Price per room was inexpensive, and the restaurant was great, all the food served was on point. Will be back for the Grand opening!
Benjamin, 1-night trip

General property information

Travelers Say
"The pool area and restaurant are great."
Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM