Located in Whitfield Estates, a neighbourhood in Sarasota, Lantern Inn & Suites is near the airport. St. Armands Circle and Mall at University Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lido Beach and Siesta Key Beach. Mote Science Education Aquarium and Asolo Theatre for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, snorkelling and swimming adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Sarasota travel guide
7251 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, 34243
What's nearby
Mall at University Town Center
20 min drive - 15.6 km
St. Armands Circle
20 min drive - 15.1 km
Lido Beach
22 min drive - 16.1 km
Mote Science Education Aquarium
22 min drive - 16.3 km
Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
9 min drive
Restaurants
RaceTrac
3 min walk
Chick Fil A
3 min drive
McDonald's
3 min drive
Manna Tea & Kava Bar
4 min drive
Taco Bell
3 min drive
About this property
Lantern Inn & Suites
Hotel located near IMG Academy with rooms renovated in 2024
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Lantern Inn & Suites. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
Free self-parking
Express check-out, a nature reserve and luggage storage
A 24-hour front desk, a lift and barbecues
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 120 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Lantern Inn & Suites?
As of 13 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lantern Inn & Suites on 15 Nov 2026 start from RM355, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Lantern Inn & Suites pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Lantern Inn & Suites?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Lantern Inn & Suites?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:30 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Lantern Inn & Suites?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Lantern Inn & Suites located?
Located in Whitfield Estates, this hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of University of South Florida Sarasota, Powel Crosley Estate and New College of Florida. Sarasota International Convention Center and Sarasota Ballet are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Lantern Inn & Suites Reviews
9.2
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I stay here when I visit this area. Staff is friendly. Rooms and property is clean. Tiki bar is vibrant and easily accessible. Location is close drive to Downtown Sarasota and UTC. I highly recommend!
We always stay at this hotel whenever we visit Sarasota, and we are never disappointed! The rooms are clean and comfortable, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the location is very convenient. We always have a great experience here, which is why we keep coming back. It feels familiar and welcoming every time we visit. We highly recommend this hotel and look forward to staying here again on our next trip to Sarasota!
Originally, we chose this property for its price and proximity to our event but were pleasantly surprised. The property was clean, the central tiki bar a popular hang out amongst the locals, and the heated pool was a pleasant way to relax after a long day. The beds were comfortable, the showers hot, and the small kitchenette room was helpful for preparing an early morning coffee keeping snacks on hand for the evening. A cute place for a couple who are looking for a hole-in-the-wall style place to enjoy on a budget.
Great place and great price. James at the front desk was very friendly and helpful even when we arrived for check in at 1 o’clock in the morning! He drew us a little map so we could find our room with ease. We would definitely stay again. Highly recommend checking out the tikki bar.
Pleasantly surprising. We would stay here again! This motel had the best shower pressure of any hotel, motel, B&B, expensive hotel we have ever stayed at! It was spotless, modernized, and surprisingly quiet considering it’s an a main highway and on the flight path of an airport. Centrally located to restaurants and shopping. Great value for the money.