Introduction

Looking for a Sarasota hotel for your next Florida vacation or business trip? Look no further than the Best Western Golden Host Resort!

Located just ½ mile away from the Bradenton International Sarasota Airport (SRQ) and within close proximity to some of the ‘hottest' Sarasota attractions, the Best Western Golden Host Resort provides an ideal haven for those who want to just get away from it all. The hotel is nestled among five acres of lush tropical foliage and yet is located so close to downtown Sarasota . This is probably what sets this Best Western Sarasota hotel apart from the rest.

A warm courteous smile greets you as you enter through the doors of the Best Western Golden Host Resort and its multi-lingual hotel staff will ensure that all your needs are satisfied to the maximum. From the complimentary continental breakfast, the hotel's outdoor swimming pool, the sundeck to the local event ticket reservation the Golden Host Resort will pamper you in the typical Best Western style.

The Best Western Golden Host Resort is also home to the famed Bahi Hut Cocktail Lounge, one of the most popular Sarasota hotel venues for tropical beverages including its specialty the ‘Mai Tais'. Business travelers to the hotel will find that it offers many business and meeting facilities on par with most of the other Sarasota hotels.

In addition to all this, the Best Western Golden Host Resort puts you in the heart of some of the most popular Sarasota attractions such as the John and Mable Ringling Museums , Sarasota Jungle Gardens , Classic Antique Cars Museum and the Asolo Theater of Performing Arts. The Golden Host is also located close to St. Armand's Circle, which puts travelers in touch with the best Sarasota shopping, dining and entertainment venues. With the irresistible Sarasota beaches, golf courses and much more on offer, it's not surprising why travelers to Sarasota just love the Best Western Golden Host Resort. Wouldn't you?

Sarasota , Florida Information

The Best Western Golden Host Resort is ideally located just ½ a mile away from Bradenton International, Sarasota 's Airport. The hotel also puts travelers within very close proximity to some of the most popular Sarasota attractions while business travelers to the Golden Host will also not be disappointed since the hotel's location is in the heart of the Sarasota business district.

The city of Sarasota , Florida is not much different to other cities in the Sunshine State in terms of the countless number of attractions that it offers. On average, Sarasota enjoys 361 days of sunshine every year. This is all the more reason why the city's 35 miles of pristine beaches are a popular choice of travelers to Sarasota . The sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico are also a playground for water sport enthusiasts with plenty of surfing, jet skiing and diving options available in and around Sarasota .

Sarasota is also home to a host of theater companies, symphony, ballet, opera and many high-octane music events. This is probably why the city has gained its " Cultural Coast " slogan. Museums and the various art galleries will help those art and literary buffs enjoy themselves during the next Sarasota vacation. The city also boasts of a plethora of golf courses and other entertainment venues.

No Sarasota vacation will be complete without a visit to the world renowned Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. In fact, John Ringling the circus tycoon helped Sarasota make its mark during the city's development stages. His legacy still remains through the Ringling Museum of Art, one of most popular Sarasota attractions. Sarasota 's renowned St. Armand's Circle is host to chic Sarasota shopping boutiques, posh restaurants and more.

Given below are some of the major cities located nearby Sarasota as well as some corporate offices located close to the Best Western Golden Host Resort.

Cities Nearby Sarasota

• St. Petersburg (50 miles)
• Tampa (60 miles)
• Fort Myers (70 miles)

Corporate Offices in Sarasota

• New College Foundation, Inc. (0.5 miles)
• University of South Florida (0.5 miles)
• Dolphin Aviation (0.5 miles)
• Ringling School of Art (1 mile)
• Chamber of Commerce (2 miles)
• Sarasota Ford (2 miles)
• Tropicana Products, Inc. (2 miles)
• Chris Craft (2 miles)
• Sun Electronics (2 miles)
• Peek Traffic (2 miles)
• Northgate Indurstrial Center (3 miles)
• Wal-Mart (3 miles)
• Sarasota Mem. Hospital (5 miles)
• Publix (5 miles)
• Lakewood Ranch, Business Park (6 miles)

Driving Directions

Located in the heart of Sarasota , the Best Western Golden Host Resort within easy access to the city's various transportation options and centers.

If you are driving in to Sarasota, FL from Interstate 75 take Exit 213 and turn west on University Parkway. Now go past the Bradenton International Sarasota Airport (SRQ) to US 41 and turn left. Now travel ½ mile to arrive at the Best Western Golden Host Resort.

Sarasota Transportation Information:

The Best Western Golden Host Resort is located within close proximity to many of Sarasota , Florida 's important transportation hubs. These include:

• Sarasota County Area Transit Service (.01 miles)
• Bradenton International Sarasota Airport (SRQ) (0.5 miles)
• Diplomat Taxi (2 miles)
• Budget Rent-A-Car (2 miles)
• Sarasota Trolley (2 miles)
• St. Petersburg Airport (50 miles)
• Tampa International Airport (60 miles)
• Fort Myers Airport (70 miles)

Shuttles and Rental Cars

Many car rentals companies provide services from the Bradenton International Airport Sarasota (SRQ). Passengers arriving at the airport are kindly requested to make their way to the respective desk.

Hotel Accommodation

The Best Western Golden Host Resort offers some of the best available Sarasota hotel accommodations. Featuring 80 guest rooms on two hotel floors, the Golden Host Resort allows visitors to relax with ease before they begin exploring the sights and sounds of Sarasota .

Visitors to the Best Western Golden Host Resort can choose from a range of room types which include standard rooms with poolside views and efficiency rooms which also includes a stove or a microwave. As with all other Best Western Hotels, the Golden Host Resort offers non-smoking rooms as well as rooms for travelers with physical disabilities. The hotel does not allow pets within its premises while children aged 17 and under can stay free with one paying adult.

All hotel rooms at the Golden Host are elegantly designed and equipped with thoughtful amenities. Standard room amenities offered at the Golden Host Resort include individual climate control, cable TV, with AM/FM alarm clock radio and more. With all this and more, the Best Western Golden Host Resort will ensure that your next Sarasota vacation will be a truly memorable one.

Hotel Room Amenities Summary

• Check-in: 2:00 pm
• Check-out: 11:00 am

• Cable satellite TV
• In-room movies / Pay-per-view
• Individually controlled air conditioning
• Dataports
• Complimentary local calls (under 30 minutes)
• Free long distance access
• AM / FM alarm clock / wake-up calls
• Coffee / tea maker
• Hairdryer
• In-room safe
• Iron, ironing board
• Cribs available
• Rollaway beds available on request at a nominal fee

Dining Options

The Best Western Golden Host Resort also features the tempting Tropical Bahi Hut Cocktail Lounge which is open from 4.30 pm to 2.00 am everyday. For many years, the Tropical Bahi Hut has been a hugely popular venue for its Mai Tais and other tropical drinks.

The Best Western Golden Host Resort is located within close proximity to some of the best Sarasota restaurants enabling its guests to enjoy a myriad of cuisines from around the world. Sarasota dining options are no different to other Florida cities. From your everyday staples such as burgers, hotdogs and pizzas, to Italian, Mexican, Chinese and even Lebanese cuisine, Sarasota , FL offers it all!

From your neighborhood fast-food joint to some of the world's most famous franchise operators, from charming bistros to posh up-market restaurants, the Sarasota restaurant collection is sure to satisfy even the most discerning of palates. Sarasota also features many pubs and bars offering patrons wide selections of aperitifs and fine wines.

Given below is a selection of Sarasota restaurants and pubs located near the Best Western Golden Host Resort.

Restaurants within walking distance from the Golden Host Resort:

• Mama Onesti Italian Restaurant
• Café of the Arts
• Barnacle Bills Seafood Restaurant
• Ricos Pizzeria
• Melodee Family Restaurant

Restaurants less than 05 miles away from the Golden Host Resort:

• Kentucky Fried Chicken (0.5 miles)
• Burger King (1 mile)
• McDonald's (1 mile)
• El Greco Café (2 miles)
• El Adobe (2 miles)
• Patrick's (2 miles)
• Caragiulos (2 miles)
• The Broadway Bar (2 miles)
• Alley Cat Café (2 miles)
• Marina Jack's Waterfront Restaurant (2 miles)
• Kiyoshi's Japanese Restaurant (2 miles)
• Cuoco Matto Restaurant (2 miles)
• Gastronomia Ristorante and Uptown Bar (2 miles)
• First Watch (2 miles)
• The Sports Page (2 miles)
• Le Chang of Boston (2 miles)
• Mediterraneo (2 miles)
• Two Senorita's (2 miles)
• Bein and Joffrey's Deli & Co. (2 miles)
• Café Kaldi (2 miles)
• Sarasota News & Books (2 miles)
• Java Trading Company (2 miles)
• Da Run Ma Japanese Steak & Seafood Restaurant (2 miles)
• Sarasota Jazz Club & Restaurant (2 miles)
• Michaels Mediterranean Grill (2 miles)

Restaurants 05 - 10 miles from the Golden Host Resort:

• Barnie's Coffee & Tea Co. (5 miles)
• Monty's Bagel Café (5 miles)
• Orchid Café at Perry Sherwood (5 miles)
• Columbia Restaurant (5 miles)
• Cha Cha Coconuts (5 miles)
• Hemingway's (5 miles)
• Tommy Bahamas Tropical Restaurant and Bar (5 miles)
• Fred's (10 miles)
• Chart House (10 miles)
• Phillippi Creek Oyster Bar & Restaurant (10 miles)
• Bonefish Grill (10 miles)
• Sugar N Spice (10 miles)
• Der Dutchman Restaurant (10 miles)
• Outback Steakhouse Restaurant (10 miles)
• Carrabba's Restaurant (10 miles)
• Primo Ristorante (10 miles)
• Sahara Café & Mediterranean Food (10 miles)
• Captain Brian's Seafood Market & Restaurant (10 miles)

Hotel Amenities

All amenities offered at the Best Western Golden Host Resort will ensure that your next Sarasota vacation will be an unforgettable one. From the 24-hour front desk that greets you upon arrival, to the friendly and multi-lingual hotels staff the Golden Host Resort hotel facilities will take care of all your worries during your stay here.

The Best Western Golden Host Resort also features the irresistible Tropical Bahi Hut Cocktail Lounge. Open from 4.30 pm to 2.00 am, the Tropical Bahi Hut is renowned for its Mai Tais and other tropical drinks. The Resort's swimming pool lets you enjoy a quick dip while the sundeck will help you relax while you get yourself tanned out.

Business travelers to Sarasota will definitely not be disappointed with the Best Western Golden Host Resort. The resort offers business facilities which include meeting facilities, conference services, free high-speed Internet access, Audio-Visual Equipment, and even catering services. Other facilities available at the Golden Host to help the business traveler include fax and copying services, shipping services and computer rental assistance.

Like all Best Western properties, the Golden Host Sarasota Resort, offers many services and facilities for senior citizens and travelers with physical disabilities.

Some of the other amenities offered at the Best Western Golden Host Resort include:

• Complimentary continental breakfast
• 24-hour complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby
• Ticket reservation for local events
• Shuffleboard courts
• Guest laundry services
• Souvenir center
• Gift shop or newsstand
• Lending library
• Baggage hold
• Ice/vending machines
• Free parking onsite

Nearby Sarasota Attractions

The Best Western Golden Host Resort put the weary traveler in close touch with some of the best Sarasota attractions. From the more popular Sarasota attractions such as the John and Mable Ringling Museums , Classic Antique Cars Museum , Asolo Theater of Performing Arts and the Sarasota Jungle Gardens to the lesser known attractions in Sarasota , the Golden Host Resort will make sure that your Sarasota excursions are truly memorable.

The city of Sarasota , Florida offers hundreds of entertainment options for travelers who make their way to the Sunshine State . In addition to the historical museums, art galleries, and state parks, the city offers an overabundance of golf courses, golden beaches and entertainment theme parks. Water sports are also a major draw in Sarasota and the city pays host to deep-sea fishing, kayaking, jet skiing, diving and so much more.

The close proximity of the Best Western Golden Host Resort to Sarasota 's renowned St. Armand's Circle means that hotel guests will be just a stone-throw away from the best Sarasota shopping, dining and entertainment venues.

Sarasota Art, Dance, Opera and Theater Options:

• Asolo Theater Company (0.5 miles)
• Art Center Sarasota (2 miles)
• Ballet of Florida (2 miles)
• Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (2 miles)
• Florida Studio Theater (FST) (2 miles)
• Golden Apple Dinner Theater (2 miles)
• Sarasota Opera (2 miles)
• Theatre Works (2 miles)
• The Players of Sarasota (2 miles)

Sarasota Beaches

• Lido Beach (5 miles)
• North Lido Beach (5 miles)
• South Lido Beach (5 miles)
• Siesta Key Beach (10 miles)
• Turtle Beach (15 miles)
• Anne Marie Island Beach (15 miles)
• Palmer Point Beach (16 miles)

Sarasota Golf Courses

• Bobby Jones Golf Complex - +1 941 365 4653
• Calusa Lakes Golf Course - +1 941 484 8995
• Capri Isles Golf Course - +1 941 485 3371
• Forest Lakes Golf Course - +1 941 922 1312
• Foxfire Golf Course - +1 941 921 7757.
• Heritage Oaks Golf Course - +1 941 926 7600
• Oakford Golf Course - +1 941 371 3680
• Rolling Green Golf Club - +1 941 355 7651
• Rosedale Country Club Golf Course - +1 941 753 6200
• Sarasota Golf Club - +1 941 371 2431
• Sunrise Golf Club - +1 941 924 1402
• Tatum Ridge Golf Links - +1 941 378 4211
• University Park Country Club Golf Course - +1 941 359 9999
• Village Green Golf Club - +1 941 922 9500.

Sarasota Water Sports

Deep Sea Fishing:

• Cortez Fleet - +1 941 794 1223

Fishing Piers:

• Hart's Landing, John Ringling Causeway - +1 941 995 0011
• Rod and Reel Pier, Anna Marie Island - +1 941 778 1885
• Venice Fishing Pier - +1 941 488 1456

Water Cruises:

• LeBarge Tropical Cruises - Includes sightseeing cruises, sunset cruises and Dolphin cruises

Water Jet Skiing:

• Cortez Watercraft Rentals - +1 941 792 5263

Water-Kayaking:

• Dolphin Dive Center - +1 941 922 9671
• Enterprise Sailing Charter - +1 941 951 1833
• Private Pete's Watersport - +1 941 366 7245

Wind Surfing:

• Island Style Wind and Watersports - +1 941 954 1009