About Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota
A modern, family friendly property with free parking, the Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota is located within minutes of world-class beaches and upscale shopping at St. Armands Circle.
The spacious, smoke-free studio and one-bedroom suites were fully renovated in 2014. Standard amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen cable television, and a full kitchen with a stovetop, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave.
Active travelers will find a fitness center, putting green, and a sparkling outdoor pool on site. The Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota also offers a coin laundry and business center.
Guests enjoy a daily hot breakfast buffet on the house, as well as complimentary drinks and light dinner at the evening social, held four nights a week.
Nearby attractions include the Mote Marine Aquarium, Ringling Museum of Art, and Asolo Performing Arts Theater. Downtown Sarasota is three miles away, and the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is a 20-minute drive.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Welcoming, professional staff..
The reception staff frequently receive very positive reviews. Guests often comment on their genuine smiles and warm yet professional manner. The breakfast buffet also receives high marks for variety, and many are grateful to the host, noting she works hard to keep the area tidy and is always ready to help young guests with their selections or accommodate those with special dietary needs.
positive:
Clean, comfortable rooms with a pool..
Guests rave about the recently remodeled rooms, which feature comfortable furniture, cheerful decor, and functional kitchens. Young families love playing in the outdoor pool, which is a good size by hotel standards and is surrounded by lounge chairs and large umbrellas. Guests also note that the grounds are nicely maintained.
positive:
Close to everything..
Guests often comment that the hotel is easy to find from Interstate 75, and only 15-20 minutes from the airport. The neighborhood is widely described as safe and pleasant, with several restaurants within walking distance. Sarasota's top attractions, such as the Mote Aquarium and Ringling Museum, are within a short drive. The breathtaking Gulf beaches are within easy reach as well.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Parking is free, but..
The lot seems to be poorly lit, and there are few spaces near the entrance, so many guests are inconvenienced by a long walk with heavy luggage or small children.
negative:
Thin walls and creaky floors..
A few guests could overhear their neighbors speaking at a normal volume, and note that some of the doors are not well-fitted, so noise from the hallway is let in as well. A few were disturbed to find the floor creaks underfoot.
negative:
A tight fit for some..
Several guests have described the studio suites as "small", and are disappointed to find double as opposed to queen-sized beds.