The Best Hotels Closest to 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 lobby with a vertical garden, seating area, and a bar.

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

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

1. The Westin Sarasota

3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

THANG

￥22,735

￥29,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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.

A spacious dining area with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view of the ocean.

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

2.9 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Rene

￥84,876

￥106,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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.

3. The Resort at Longboat Key Club

1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Sergio

￥69,481

￥87,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A table with a bottle of wine, two glasses of wine, a bowl of butter, and slices of bread on a wooden board.

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

3.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Quintin

￥23,786

￥31,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

A restaurant with round tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of palm trees.

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

Hope

￥40,992

￥52,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front yard with palm trees.

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.

6. Carlisle Inn

Pinecraft, 8.3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Beth

￥22,010

￥24,870 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

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

13.9 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Shiellha May

￥15,491

￥17,504 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A rock formation with a waterfall and a pool.

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

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

A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

8. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

4.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Austin

￥118,544

￥145,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A gym with cardio machines, a rowing machine, and a bench.

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

9. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Fruitville, 12.6 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Julie

￥16,682

￥19,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch

13.9 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Christopher

￥19,753

￥22,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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.

11. Kompose Boutique Hotel

6.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Melissa

￥6,063

￥10,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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

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

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

12. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

8.7 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

mohammed

￥17,354

￥19,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A deck with outdoor seating overlooking a river and a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, and a desk.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a hot tub, and palm trees.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a well-maintained lawn, palm trees, and a parking area.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center

13.5 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Maryam

￥19,507

￥22,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

A spacious living room with a dining area, a fireplace, and a large window.

14. Siesta Key Inn

10.5 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Mary Ellen

￥17,128

￥21,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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 living room with a flat-screen TV, a round coffee table, and a sofa.

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

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

15. SeaSpray Resort

7.3 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Michelle Suzanne

￥33,340

￥37,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

A modern hotel with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

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

16. Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Downtown Sarasota, 3.2 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Arta

￥26,431

￥34,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating area, and a covered section with tables and chairs.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a sign for 'HOME 2 Suites by Hilton', and a building number '6015'.

A hotel lobby with a kitchenette area, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'cold' and 'really cold' sections.

A modern kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lakewood Ranch

14.4 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Patricia

￥20,084

￥22,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top table, and a view of a lake and fountain.

A lobby with a blue sofa, yellow armchairs, a reception desk, and a large white pendant light.

A hotel breakfast area with a self-service station, a refrigerator with beverages, and a wall-mounted sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a desk.

18. Comfort Suites Sarasota - Siesta Key

13.1 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Carol

￥15,383

￥17,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a large window providing natural light.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for 'Carette Landing Sarasota Hotel.'

19. Caretta Landing Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Fruitville, 12.6 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Tonya

￥14,382

￥17,137 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, a TV, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

A hotel with a white exterior, multiple balconies, and thatched-roof structures.

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fan, and a TV.

A pool area with thatched umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a clear blue pool.

20. Lantern Inn & Suites

Whitfield Estates, 8.9 km from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Alejandra

￥10,544

￥11,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Westin Sarasota	9.2 Wonderful 1,166 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota	9.2 Wonderful 1,023 reviews	View
The Resort at Longboat Key Club	9.0 Wonderful 765 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL	8.8 Excellent 1,751 reviews	View
Cirque St. Armands Beachside	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Top Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Kompose Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"Pay for parking and breakfast"

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous"

The Resort at Longboat Key Club

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful beach place to stay"

Vacation delight! Cozy condo just steps from the beach and St. Armands circle.

10/10 Excellent

"The place was nice and comfortable. It was clean when we got there and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The owner was very responsive when we reached out. The walk to St. Armand’s circle is fantastic and I would definitely stay here again."

Luxe Oasis | Private Pool, In St Armands Circle, Near Lido Key Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Our hosts were incredible. They made us feel so comfortable and special. We would definitely rent their properties again. One of the best places we have stayed at."

Lido Beach Walk! One block to beach!

10/10 Excellent

"Our hidden gem in Lido!! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! Ideal location, a short walk to the beach, and/or shopping or dining."

Lido Beach Villa — Steps to the Beach & St. Armands.

10/10 Excellent

"Great little place! Close to the beach!"

Lido Palms | Walk to Lido Key Beach, Heated Pool & Spa, Rooftop Balcony with Views

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly place, near the beach, walking to downtown and had everything my family needed. Was really clean and met all our expectations."

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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An aerial view of a city intersection with a central green space surrounded by roads and buildings.

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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A bridge over water with a city skyline in the background.

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, check out the 27 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler 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 Cirque St. Armands Beachside.

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

Expedia has 27 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium.

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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, Sarasota Ballet, and Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center. 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. The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

3. The Resort at Longboat Key Club

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

5. Cirque St. Armands Beachside

6. Carlisle Inn

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

8. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

9. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch

11. Kompose Boutique Hotel

12. Staybridge Suites Sarasota - Bradenton Airport by IHG

13. Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center

14. Siesta Key Inn

15. SeaSpray Resort

16. Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Lakewood Ranch

18. Comfort Suites Sarasota - Siesta Key

19. Caretta Landing Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

20. Lantern Inn & Suites

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Top Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Kompose Boutique Hotel

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

The Resort at Longboat Key Club

Vacation delight! Cozy condo just steps from the beach and St. Armands circle.

Luxe Oasis | Private Pool, In St Armands Circle, Near Lido Key Beach

Lido Beach Walk! One block to beach!

Lido Beach Villa — Steps to the Beach & St. Armands.

Lido Palms | Walk to Lido Key Beach, Heated Pool & Spa, Rooftop Balcony with Views

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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