Sandcastle Resort at Lido Beach

Location -------- Facing the Gulf of Mexico on Lido Beach, this casual Sarasota resort features 600 feet of private white sandy beach, while the upscale shops and restaurants of St. Armand’s Circle are also within easy walking distance. Facilities ---------- Guests have a choice of 179 rooms located in a 4-storey main building and a 2-storey auxiliary building. Guests are warmly welcomed by English-speaking staff at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, cash machine and drinks machine. Wireless internet access is provided in public areas. The resort offers a number of facilities for guests with disabilities. The resort has wheelchair-accessible facilities and a lift. There are a number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, room service, an alarm call service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine. Rooms ----- Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, an alarm clock and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The resort has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms. Sports/Entertainment -------------------- The pleasantly heated water of the pool complex guarantees comfortable swimming. Guests can take a refreshing dip in 2 outdoor pools, while the indoor pool ensures that swimming is an option in any kind of weather. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. There is a poolside snack bar as well. A variety of activities such as tennis, beach volleyball, volleyball and golf or, for a fee, cycling/mountain biking, are offered at the resort. With paddle boating or, for a fee, windsurfing, canoeing and sailing available, fans of water sports have plenty of options to choose from. Sport and leisure facilities at the complex include a gym and table tennis. A spa and solarium are available in the wellness area. Copyright GIATA 2004 - 2024. Multilingual, powered by www.giata.com for client no. 124971 Meals ----- Various dining options are available, including a breakfast room, a café and a bar. A non-smoking restaurant with air conditioning, high chairs and a separate area for smokers is available to guests. A generous breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner offer plenty of delicious variety. The resort also offers snacks. Payment ------- The resort accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.