523 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, Florida, United States | 941-349-1236
On the island’s main road and within walking distance of the beach, restaurants, and shops
Individually decorated, tropical suites have patios and fully-equipped kitchens
Two beautiful outdoor pools along with barbecue grills and potted plants
Some rooms have vaulted ceilings, stainless steel appliances, and skylights
Free beach towels, umbrellas, and chairs provided
Coin-operated laundry facility
Some units are pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi and parking
Cleaning,
reservation, and pet fees
Minimum
stay requirements
No
daily housekeeping
Bathrooms are small and lack storage space
Front
desk has limited hours
The 12-room Ringling Beach House is a mid-range, boutique hotel on the island’s main road and close to restaurants, the beach, and a shopping center. Individually-decorated, brightly colored suites have fully-equipped kitchens, flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and patios with seating, while some also have skylights, stainless steel appliances, and iPod docking stations. However, there is no daily housekeeping. Two outdoor pools with nearby barbecue grills are the highlight, and there are free beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas provided. During the high and low seasons there are a minimum number of nights required. The nearby Tropical Breeze Resort has almost identical facilities, but cheaper rates.
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Scene
A historic, quaint hotel with Spanish architecture and a tropical feel
A wonderful 1920s building with Spanish architecture comprises the Ringling Beach House, which is flanked by palm trees and has lion sculptures at its entrance. This quaint hotel has an upbeat and welcoming atmosphere and a small, pleasant lobby filled with beachy touches like starfish patterned pillows and a bookshelf in the shape of a blue lighthouse. Green wicker chairs along with a blonde wood desk adorn this front office and fresh flowers add a nice touch. The surrounding grounds are well-maintained, peppered with palm trees and shaded seating as well as lounge chairs around the two pools. Guests should note that there are no elevators.
Location
On the main road and within walking distance of restaurants, the beach, and a shopping center
The Ringling Beach House is on the main road of the island and about a five-minute walk to the beautiful, white-sanded Siesta Key Public Beach. Several restaurants, shops, and Siesta Key Village are within walking distance and there is a bus stop just down the street. The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Sarasota Opera, and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a 15-minute drive from the property, while South Lido Park, the Ringling Museum of Art, and Sarasota Jungle Gardens are 20 minutes away. Mote Marine Aquarium and Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport are a 25-minute drive.
Rooms
Contemporary beach-style suites with fully-equipped kitchens and patios with seating
A variety of one-, two-, and three-bedroom suites are available, all individually decorated with bright colors and tropical touches. Sea-inspired features such as bedspreads, lamps, pillows, and art provide a beachy feel, while some have wood dining tables and brown leather couches. Fully-equipped kitchens include full-size refrigerators, microwaves, ranges, dishwashers, and coffeemakers, and there are flat-screen TVs in the living rooms and bedrooms. Air-conditioning and patios with seating are also included with each room. Some offer vaulted ceilings, skylights, stainless steel appliances, and iPod docking stations, but there is no daily housekeeping. Simple, small bathrooms have shower/tub combos along with hairdryers and a small range of toiletries. However, many bathrooms lack vanity space and some bathrooms only have showers. Some units are pet-friendly for a fee.
Features
Two outdoor pools plus free Wi-Fi and beach accessories; mandatory reservation and cleaning fees
The two outdoor pool areas are the major highlight of this hotel, one of which has a lovely gazebo furnished with a table and chairs, while the other has a barbecue grill. Both offer tiled sundecks with lounge chairs and shaded tables. Concierge services as well as beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas are provided. Free Wi-Fi runs throughout and there is free parking outdoors and in a garage. All rooms have a mandatory reservation fee as well as a one-time cleaning fee charged at checkout. The property also has minimum stay requirements that vary depending on season. The front office is open from mid-morning to mid-evening.
