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Cirque St. Armands Beachside

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with bars and a fitness center

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Poolside bar
Lobby sitting area
View from room
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Terrace/patio
Cirque St. Armands Beachside on Lido Beach offers a tranquil getaway with amenities like a poolside bar and beachfront dining at Sand Dollar Restaurant. Enjoy in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff to enhance your stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Gulf View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
233 Ben Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34236

What's nearby

  • Lido Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Armands Circle - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Columbia Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Drift Kitchen & Bar - Lido Beach Resort - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Daiquiri Deck - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tiki Bar at Lido Beach Resort - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cha CHA Coconuts - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Cirque St. Armands Beachside

Upscale hotel near Lido Beach
Located close to St. Armands Circle and Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, Cirque St. Armands Beachside provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beachfront dining. The on-site restaurant, Ringside, offers breakfast, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as 2 bars and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), concierge services, and a porter/bellhop
  • A front-desk safe, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine, free newspapers, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 135 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free internet access and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and refrigerators

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  • Pool
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: High-speed internet

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 for adults and USD 8 to 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • MidWay
  • Ring Master
  • Ringside

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in room
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 39.20 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Parking
  • Partner property beach club access
  • Partner property pool access
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 for adults, and USD 8 to 15 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Lido
Holiday Inn Lido Beach Sarasota
Holiday Inn Lido Hotel
Holiday Inn Lido Hotel Sarasota Beach
Holiday Inn Sarasota Beach
Lido Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Lido Beach
Holiday Inn Sarasota - Lido Beach Hotel Sarasota
Holiday Inn Lido Beach Sarasota Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Cirque St. Armands Beachside have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cirque St. Armands Beachside pet-friendly?

Yes, Cirque St. Armands Beachside allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Cirque St. Armands Beachside?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Cirque St. Armands Beachside?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cirque St. Armands Beachside located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sarasota hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Cirque St. Armands Beachside Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 526 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly and accommodating staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, good staff, good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Amenities
The area and location was unique and presented a very satisfying experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my gf there!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliseth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for two nights and it was peefect, the customer service is exceptional, rooms are super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar staff is excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yongxian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, Hotel has been renovated and it looks great, staff very friendly as well. Super clean! Very enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
SOOO CLEAN! GREAT STAFF! OUTSTANDING PROPERTY… WE WILLL BE BACK!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This brand new hotel was very clean and fairly priced. The service was outstanding by all the staff. The outdoor pool area was spacious and with the bar/food area right there, the convenience was exceptional. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property has been nicely refurbished. We enjoyed our stay. Only problem was our room didn’t get serviced every day ({even though they told us we would have daily service) and we had to call a couple of times to get fresh towels, trash taken out and beds made. We stayed there 6 days. But we would definitely stay there again. Very close to beach and walkable to St Armand’s Circle
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lidiette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and spacious. The amenities were nice and the room was updated. The staff was friendly and helpful. In room dining was still figuring out it's flow since the hotel opened 8 weeks ago. We had a view of Lido Beach and loved having balcony access both from our room and the seating area. Walking distance from St Armand's!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended this gem of a property. Beautiful modern art deco circus theme decor with historical photography. This Opal luxury is brand new. The front reception staff and restaurant staff were so helpful and friendly. They really care about sustainability and provide water bottle fill up stations on every floor to reduce plastic. Great access to the beach and walkable in 5 minutes to Armand Circle full of boutiques, bars and restaurants. There is a free shuttle that takes you to the sister Lido Beach resort if you want a private beach or to go downtown. I loved that included in my daily resort fee I had parking on site. Highly recommend this little slice of paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!! Perfect location!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location of the property. Access to the beach was great, parking was easy. would have liked a continental breakfast option.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stay was nice, just very old 70's hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Best location for beach and restaurants (all walkable). Beach never disappoints. One of the best in the US. Hotel rooms need a complete overhaul and refit though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experiance ,people where friendly at checking in and we where able to get the room earlier with a phonw call qhile we were enjoying the beach. Will highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yanilsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So comfortable and convenient to go to the beach that’s right across the street. Everything was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location for easy access to shopping and dining without having to take the free shuttle. Even though it’s not technically right on the beach. The views and access weren’t compromised too much by the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JEREMY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this hotel are excellent. From the moment I walked in they were friendly and upbeat and wanted to make sure our stay was comfortable. The head of engineering even chatted with us on the elevator making sure everything was working properly and making sure our stay was enjoyable. We’d definitely stay here again and would recommend to others
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

mildred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great costumer service the staff very friendly easy checking in.The hotel need some remodeling is old.Great location across from the beach but need some improvement.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

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