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Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

3.0 star property
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Lounge
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Bar (on property)
Lobby
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, 34234
  • Place, Sarasota Jungle Gardens
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sarasota Classic Car Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬
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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony/Patio Pool View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony/Patio Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, *Balcony/Patio*, Pool View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Premium Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, *Balcony/Patio*, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(142 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Pool View, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

Hotel in Sarasota with outdoor pool and restaurant
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk.
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota offers 80 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Sarasota Jungle Gardens. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and laundry facilities
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the comfy beds and cleanliness
  • 9 minutes by car from St. Armands Circle and 10 minutes from Lido Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Golden Host Resort - Sarasota. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Sarasota hotel is smoke free.

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • 2 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Golden Host Resort - Sarasota Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1269 out of 2233 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 494 out of 2233 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 207 out of 2233 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 126 out of 2233 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 137 out of 2233 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalya

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Bed was not comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed at this hotel several times. It is comfortable, good location, nice staff and has what we need for a few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahar

Reception staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Five stars
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip Scott, Milwaukee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This was our first trip to Florida and I have to say, was not disappointed! The only thing I do wish was the restaurant was open but being that we stayed during off season, it wasn’t that bad. Everything was in close range to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Calvin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NOISEY, DIRTY UNKEMPT ROOM BROKEN FLOOR TILES, DIRTY BASE BOARDS, DOORS WALLS CORNERS. NO ICE MACHINES , SCREAMING AIR CONDITIONER. NOISEY OUTSIDE OF POOL ROOM . NO OVEN WORKING FOR APPITIZERS, NASTY DRINKS , NO ENTERTAINMENT AS PROMISED ! OWNER SHAHA COULDN'T CONTACT. MANAGEMENT SARCASTIC., ALOOF UNAVAIABLE. DESK CLERK NOT @ STATION 5 TIMES THAT I CSLLED OR PERSONALLY WENT TO FRNT DESK. COFFEE AWE FULLY LACKING. BED A TRIPPING HAZZARD ! WANT "REFUND" ASAP ! MANAGER DIDNT RETURN PHONE CSLLS IR TEXTS & EMAILS. 🐽🐀🐁
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Madeline

Liked: Staff & service
The staff here were fantastic! Very very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, clean room. It’s a little outdated and the bathrooms and ceilings could use an upgrade.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don’t Want To
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front Desk staff are very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for the price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edilma

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome people
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian, Tucker

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was as advertised.

8/10 Good

Chungwhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jetsan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a great stay. It’s obvious they just did cosmetic work for remodel but it’s clean and decent. Great stay for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Axel

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025