Top 10 Hotels Near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium in Sarasota for 2026

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A rooftop terrace with a fire feature, seating area, and a view of the city skyline.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and booths.

A modern lobby with a vertical garden, seating area, and a bar.

A modern lobby with a vertical garden, comfortable seating, and a geometric light fixture.

1. The Westin Sarasota

3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Racheal

RM581

RM757 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a palm tree, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with white chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach with sun loungers, and clear blue waters.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple dining tables, and large windows offering a view of the sea.

2. Lido Beach Resort

Lido Key, 2.5 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Faris

RM1,282

RM1,632 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean at sunset.

A beach with a thatched-roof structure, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, elegant seating, and a reflective floor.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

3. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

2.9 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Adriana

RM2,162

RM2,706 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central bar area.

A spacious indoor area with a bar, seating, and large windows offering a view of the sunset.

A modern indoor pool with clear views of the city skyline, large windows, and a spacious lounge area.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small table, and a desk with a lamp.

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

3.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Andrea

RM560

RM747 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved orange sofa, green walls, and a large chandelier.

5. Cirque St. Armands Beachside

Lido Key, 2.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Genea

RM926

RM1,207 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A beach with people relaxing and sunbathing, a path leading to the water, and a clear sky.

A parking lot with a clear sky, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a wall mural of palm trees and a beach.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by various plants and trees.

6. Lido Islander Inn

Lido Key, 2.2 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Daniel

RM676

RM764 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A coastal resort with beachfront properties, a sandy beach, and a marina.

A dining area with tables set for service, large windows offering views of palm trees and the beach, and a ceiling with wooden beams and recessed lighting.

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A modern outdoor bar area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

7. The Resort at Longboat Key Club

1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Ronald

RM1,816

RM2,281 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative wall art.

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a desk.

8. Carlisle Inn

8.3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Carlos

RM539

RM609 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern outdoor lounge area with a circular fire pit surrounded by comfortable seating, a pergola overhead, and a view of the interior space.

A modern lounge area with a curved seating arrangement, a marble floor, and a decorative ceiling.

A modern hotel with a prominent "Homewood Suites" sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area with parking.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

13.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Rostawny

RM527

RM596 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A rock formation with a waterfall and a pool.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a long pier extending into turquoise waters, and a beach with rows of umbrellas.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with a vase, and a view of the sunset over the ocean.

A beachside dining setup with wicker chairs and tables set for a meal, featuring floral centerpieces and candles.

10. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

4.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

William

RM3,029

RM3,720 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit and cushioned sofas.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel entrance with a red and yellow sign, palm trees, and a parking lot.

A hotel reception area with a counter, a minibar, and a refrigerator displaying 'really cold' and 'cold' signs.

11. Home2 Suites Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge, FL

13.9 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Marcus

RM395

RM446 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a grill, and lush tropical plants.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a fireplace, and a television.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and two lamps.

A kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a granite countertop.

12. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Fruitville, 12.6 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Julie

RM443

RM524 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and chairs, featuring hanging light fixtures and a large flat-screen TV.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a brick wall.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, tables, and hanging light fixtures.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch

13.9 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Christopher

RM494

RM558 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a grey sofa with patterned cushions, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black countertop, and a framed sign on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and windows with curtains.

A narrow concrete pathway flanked by white walls, leading to a lush green area with palm trees and a small grassy patch.

14. SeaSpray Resort

7.3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Isabel

RM906

RM1,024 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An aerial view of a beach with white sand, clear turquoise water, and several umbrellas.

A residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and a sign indicating 'Twin Palms 1115'.

A nighttime view of a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a brick pathway.

A residential area with a paved walkway, a house with a visible number '8' on the door, and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.

15. Twin Palms at Siesta

10.5 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Alfredo

RM620

RM701 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious indoor area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

Two lounge chairs with striped cushions, a wooden bench, and a decorative metal plant structure.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

A hotel corridor with wooden paneling, large windows, and a view of a pool area.

16. Kompose Boutique Hotel

6.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Barry

RM155

RM262 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

Two children in a swimming pool with water splashing around them.

A modern outdoor patio with seating, planters, and a pergola.

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and weight machines.

A spacious, modern living area with a herringbone wood floor, a dining area with a herringbone pattern, and a kitchen visible in the background.

17. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

8.7 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Michael

RM445

RM503 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the sea.

A hotel with a rooftop pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding cityscape.

A long dining table set with multiple candles, vases, and floral arrangements.

A modern lounge area with contemporary furniture, a large abstract painting, and a view of the kitchen and dining area.

18. Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Downtown Sarasota, 3.2 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Arta

RM546

RM745 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A dining area with a table set for six, wooden cabinets, a kitchen in the background, and a window with blinds.

A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

19. Siesta Key Inn

10.5 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Mary Ellen

RM513

RM649 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a sofa, a small table with a plant, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a fruit display.

A modern building with the sign "HYATT PLACE" indicating a hotel.

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, large windows, and a covered walkway.

20. Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

14.4 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Roger

RM514

RM580 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Westin Sarasota	9.2 Wonderful 1,140 reviews	View
Lido Beach Resort	9.2 Wonderful 1,020 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota	9.2 Wonderful 1,020 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL	8.8 Excellent 1,742 reviews	View
Cirque St. Armands Beachside	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Top Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Hotel Reviews

voco Sarasota by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Second time staying at Voco within last month and BEYOND pleased. Staff is amazing! Jake, Fefe and Barry especially. Excited to see the renovations. Thank you for making our stay exceptional."

Kompose Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good"

The Westin Sarasota

8/10 Good

"The Westin was a excellent hotel with many things going for it. The staff was super friendly and helpful in all aspects at our time of stay. Pretty clean property at times could see litter scattered, but nothing bad. The pool chairs on the roof top were very uncomfortable for the most part and difficult to adjust. The chairs were very slippery aswell. Drinks were great but very expensive."

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Came for anniversary weekend. They delivered free champagne and chocolate covered strawberries with a card and gave us free breakfast, parking, drinks. It was a great time. We will be coming back."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Muy cerca del downtown, y staff muy agradable y hospitalario."

Cirque St. Armands Beachside

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful eclectic place! Very clean and beautifully decorated to the theme of John Ringling. Ive always love Lido Beach! I will definitely be back!"

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Perfecto"

THE RESERVE RETREAT

10/10 Excellent

"Very cozy. Not much privacy in the sense that you feel like anyone in the building can hear sounds you make in the room at night but otherwise it was a lovely quaint little place."

The Resort at Longboat Key Club

10/10 Excellent

"Children crying was annoying but everything else was something a cut above and will never forget"

Other attractions near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

A white heron standing on a tree branch with Spanish moss.

Quick Point Nature Reserve

8.4/10 (43 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Quick Point Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Longboat Key. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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A statue in a plaza with palm trees, a building with a red-tiled roof, and a white building with a green awning.

St. Armands Circle

9.4/10 (5,556 reviews)

Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers.

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Causeway Park

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

Causeway Park is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Sarasota BayWalk

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Sarasota BayWalk, a lovely green space in Sarasota. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club

9.0/10 (40 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Longboat Key at Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Links on Longboat

8.6/10 (62 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Longboat Key at Links on Longboat. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Coolidge Park

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Coolidge Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium?

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is located in an area of Sarasota known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 29 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium?

The Resort at Longboat Key Club is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a marina and a full-service spa. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. Other good choices within 5 miles include The Westin Sarasota and Lido Beach Resort.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

What can I see and do near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium?

You'll want to browse the collections at John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Powel Crosley Estate and Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy. You can check out the local talent at Sarasota Opera House, Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center and Municipal Auditorium. Local parks like Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Sarasota BayWalk and Causeway Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium hotels

1. The Westin Sarasota

2. Lido Beach Resort

3. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

5. Cirque St. Armands Beachside

6. Lido Islander Inn

7. The Resort at Longboat Key Club

8. Carlisle Inn

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

10. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

11. Home2 Suites Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge, FL

12. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch

14. SeaSpray Resort

15. Twin Palms at Siesta

16. Kompose Boutique Hotel

17. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

18. Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

19. Siesta Key Inn

20. Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

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Top Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Hotel Reviews

voco Sarasota by IHG

Kompose Boutique Hotel

The Westin Sarasota

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

Cirque St. Armands Beachside

The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

THE RESERVE RETREAT

The Resort at Longboat Key Club

Other attractions near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Quick Point Nature Reserve

St. Armands Circle

Causeway Park

Sarasota BayWalk

Harborside Golf Course at Longboat Key Club

Links on Longboat

Coolidge Park

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