Desoto Lakes
Sarasota





Visit Desoto Lakes
Things to do

Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour

Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour

Siesta Key Electric Bike Sunset Tour

HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour

Clear Kayak Glass Bottom Day Tour - Anna Maria Island

Robinson Preserve Mangrove Tour
Top hotels in Desoto Lakes

Kompose Boutique Hotel
"Breakfast, staff, clean room"
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

Compass Hotel by Margaritaville Anna Maria Sound
"The hotel is very good and the staff very professional and friendly, the breakfast was spectacular, the menu varied, and well prepared"
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

Tropical Beach Resorts
"Acogedor y fácil acceso a la playa"
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

Lido Beach Resort
"En la ducha de mi habitación solo habia agua caliente, en los pasillos del hotel habia agua en los pisos, la misma salía de los aires acondicionados de las habitaciones, habia total oscuridad en los pasillos por la noche, y ese tipo de cosas no deberian suceder ni en hoteles de menos categoría que ..."
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
"Desayuno incompleto"
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

The Westin Sarasota
Where to stay in Desoto Lakes

Lido Key
Traverse a winding woodland path and spend the afternoon on this island’s secluded beaches before ending at a beachside bar to enjoy a spectacular sunset.

South Sarasota
Though South Sarasota might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Siesta Key Beach and Shell Beach.

Central Sarasota
Gardens, art galleries, and theaters are some highlights of Central Sarasota. Make a stop by Sarasota Opera House or Marina Jack while you're exploring.

Palmer Ranch
When in Palmer Ranch, you can plan a visit to Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club and Sarasota Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Sarasota
If you're spending some time in Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota Opera House and Regal Hollywood - Sarasota are top sights worth seeing.



















