About Sarasota
Visit Sarasota County provides meeting planners with plenty of reasons why we are Florida’s premier “Cultural Coast” destination which blends business with the laid-back beauty of the Gulf Coast. Offering an ideal setting for conferences, corporate retreats, and incentive travel your group is destined for success.
From luxurious 4 & 5-star beachfront resorts and hotels to cutting-edge venue spaces, attendees can network & meet in incredible locations like The Ringling Museum, Shelby Gardens, Sarasota Opera House, waterfront dining spots and more, all offering an unforgettable meeting or event for your group.
Sarasota International Airport (SRQ) is conveniently accessible from major airports with 69 direct flights, located only 5 miles from our downtown hotels and minutes to our award-winning beaches and resorts.
TAXES
- How much is the total cumulative hotel tax? 12%
- How much is the F&B tax? 6%
- How much is the average F&B gratuity? 22%
AIRPORT
- How many miles from the airport to downtown? 5
- Is there public transportation, such as a bus or subway available? No
- How much does the public transportation cost? n/a
- What is the shuttle bus fare from the airport to downtown? n/a
- What is the taxi fare from airport to downtown? $35 approx
- How many daily flights into the airport? varies
- How many daily flights out of airport? varies
- Is the airport a hub for any carrier? No
- What are the major carriers serving airport?
United/Delta/American/Southwest/Allegiant
HOTELS
- How many committable hotel rooms downtown on peak night? n/a
- How many committable hotel rooms downtown on peak within walking distance to convention center? n/a
- How many headquarter hotel properties? 7
- How many rooms available on peak night at the largest headquarter property? n/a
- 5 Star: The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, St. Regis Longboat Key Resort
- 4 Star: The Westin Sarasota, The Art Ovation Hotel, The Sarasota Modern, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Sarasota, Opal Collection: The Resort at Longboat Key Club, Lido Beach Resort,Zota Beach Resort
OFF SITE VENUES
- Can you list 3-5 local attractions and their whereabouts?
The Ringling Museum – 5 miles from downtown
Maria Shelby Botanical Gardens – downtown
Sarasota Opera House – downtown
Marina Jacks – downtown
MOTE, Marine Laboratory and Aquarium – 10 minutes
Siesta Key Beach – 20 minutes from downtown