Places to stay in Siesta Key, Florida

Siesta Key is a barrier island off the central western coast of Florida in the United States of America. It is situated between Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. A portion of it lies within the city boundary of Sarasota, but the majority of the key is community in Sarasota County. After the probable Amerindian name of Zarazote for the area and the bay, the key was originally named Sarasota Key by European cartographers during exploration beginning in 1513. That name can be seen on maps from the early 18th century as well as on all local maps drawn before the name change to Siesta Key in the 1920s. Local restaurants include Shakespeare’s Craft Beer And Gastro Pub, Sea Grapes Restaurant, Jpan Siesta Row, and China Taste.

If you are travelling in the area, Siesta Key is located close to Payne Park, Stickney Point, Sarasota Police Department Substation, Palm Bay Club and Crescent Siesta Key.

The center of Siesta Key ( which is at is longitude -82°33'4.6800 and latitude 27°18'9.3599 ) is located 3 miles away from Sarasota and 9 miles away from Osprey.

Available Siesta Key lodging

We currently have 16 accommodations in and around Siesta Key.

Siesta Key Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Siesta Key Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Other useful links:

• Siesta Key, Florida on Wikipedia

Things to see and do, places to eat in Siesta Key

Barnacle Bill's Seafood ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 1526 Main Street, Sarasota, 3 miles from the center of Siesta Key. Barnacle Bill's - the premier destination for fresh and fantastic seafood in Sarasota. We may not have beach front views, but we do have the very best selection of fresh delicious seafood and resort style food in the greater Sarasota area. barnaclebillsseafood.com

Daiquiri Deck ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 5250 Ocean Boulevard, Sarasota, 3 miles from the center of Siesta Key. Although we are known for our many selections of tasty frozen daiquiris, we also have a full menu that is sure to have something for everyone. The Daiquiri Deck on Siesta Key offers a casual atmosphere with friendly wait staff, and it's the perfect place to relax next time you are looking for a unique restaurant in Siesta Key Village. daiquiridecksiestakey.com

Cafe Epicure ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 1298 North Palm Avenue, Sarasota, 3 miles from the center of Siesta Key. Our family of authentic Italian restaurants are the best and most authentic in Sarasota, Florida. We have been in Sarasota since 1996 when Mediterraneo first opened with Cafe Epicure opening second and Cafe Americano third. www.sarasota-italian.com

Daiquiri Deck Raw Bar ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 325 John Ringling Boulevard, Sarasota, 2 miles from the center of Siesta Key. The Daiquiri Deck is the perfect place to share a meal with the whole family or kick back and relax with friends. Our casual atmosphere and unparalleled selection of taste-tempting Frozen Daiquiris will bring you in, but our Regular and Raw Bar menu, which includes mouthwatering selections for seafood lovers and land lovers alike served by the friendliest wait staff around, will keep you coming back for more. daiquirideck.com

Siesta Key Oyster Bar ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 5238 Ocean Boulevard, Sarasota, 3 miles from the center of Siesta Key. Siesta Key Oyster Bar (or as the locals call it "SKOB") is the hangout with the laidback, beachy atmosphere that will get you right into the Island Spirit. When you're at SKOB you feel right at home, like you're hanging out with good friends on your back patio (although chances are the ceiling of your patio is not covered in dollar bills). skob.com