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Cirque St. Armands Beachside

4.0 star property
Travelers enjoy breakfast with ocean views or lounge by the seasonal outdoor pool at this beachfront retreat where attentive staff ensure a seamless stay

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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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Gulf View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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Exceptional
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  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

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  • Bay view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Gulf View)

8.8 out of 10
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  • Beach view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Sarasota, Cirque St. Armands Beachside is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lido Beach and St. Armands Circle, while Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are popular area attractions. Don't miss out on a visit to Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling, windsurfing, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Sarasota travel guide
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233 Ben Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34236

What's nearby

  • Lido Beach
    Lido Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Armands Circle
    St. Armands Circle
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
    Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
    4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Coolidge Park
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • South Lido Park
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Marina Jack
    6 min drive
  • Columbia Restaurant
    9 min walk
  • Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
    5 min drive
  • The Old Salty Dog
    4 min drive
  • New Pass Grill & Bait Shop
    4 min drive

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), a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • A porter/bellhop, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • 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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Exterior
Lido Beach Resort
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  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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Reviews

Cirque St. Armands Beachside Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 554 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely Hotel was amazing Restaurant food was stunning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, excellent location and the perfect size. Loved this hotel, it will be our choice for all upcoming trips to Sarasota.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous small boutique hotel on Lido Beach and close to St Armands Circle, Friendly staff and great restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view room on 6th floor. Excellent hotel, room and location. Food and drink quality was average. Staff help was very good. I’d go back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless facility. Staff is outstanding. Great restaurant on site. fgreat stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so nice. The hotel was amazing, the rooms clean and in a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant and bar/bartender. Best thing is the location, just steps from Lido Beach and only a very short walk to Saint Armand’s, which is a very fun place to eat and shop.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff - phenomenal! Lovely renovation
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Haeun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony view was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfy, staff was pleasant. No free coffee was a disappointment, along with the broken elevator. Parking is super easy and the ocean view was absolutely perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptional. Rooms were great and what a view of the ocean and beach. It was a quiet hotel but nice to be able to take shuttle to sister hotel- Lido Beach Resort if we wanted some more fun by pool and beach. Loved the location and walking to St. Armand’s circle every night.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The dining room staff for both breakfast and dinner were great. The food was outstanding. The room was very quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless. Staff was great. Place looked amazing all over!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Walk to the circle for shops and restaurants of the beach. Shuttle was quick and easy too. Fun decor. The room was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very pleasant staff. Hotel property clean and well maintained. Loves the shuttle service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wuilmer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and clean, the staff was very friendly; it was perfect for spending a pleasant time with my wife.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were beautiful, and all the amenities were high end. 5 stars! the location was great and within walking to shopping, restaurants, and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, Beach club was a big plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is great. Nice shuttle service to St.Armands Circle.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Stunning views from the ocean view rooms. Pool area lovely and the restaurant very nice. Staff extremely helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and bathroom were great! Food at Ringside was good too, expect one member of our party who got bad chicken and was sick in the bathroom all night. It's a new place, and still has some bugs to work out
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful beautifully decorated hotel. It is small and intimate and the staff is great and the food is wonderful. It is our new favorite place in the sarasota area, the staff was outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

8/10 Good

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent service. convenient shuttle to St. Armand's Circle
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025