Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

3.0 star property
VIP Access

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Lounge
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Bar (on property)
Lobby
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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4675 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, 34234
  • Place, Sarasota Jungle Gardens
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Asolo Theatre for the Performing Arts
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬
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Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
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Room options

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony/Patio Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premium Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, *Balcony/Patio*, Pool View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(57 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(168 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Pool View, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and coffee/tea in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a library are onsite.
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota offers 80 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Cable television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Sarasota Jungle Gardens. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and laundry facilities
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the comfy beds and cleanliness
  • 10 minutes by car from Lido Beach and 8 minutes from Sarasota Memorial Hospital
As a guest of Golden Host Resort - Sarasota, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Golden Host Resort - Sarasota. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Sarasota hotel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • 2 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests arriving after 3:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Golden Host Resort - Sarasota Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1404 out of 2461 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 546 out of 2461 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 230 out of 2461 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 132 out of 2461 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 149 out of 2461 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

NANCY

Room was clean. Staff helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Interesting, retro motel that's clean. Fun tiki bar on property and worth visiting. Bartenders are fun!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff from the front desk to the bar tenders to the housekeeping crew... love our golden host staycation get aways.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Dean

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Joseph

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Timothy

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarkis

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Wallace

Disliked: Cleanliness
Room needs updated, the door did not close properly (you could wiggle it in and out while closed), room smelled like chlorine, just not up to date at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Yadira

They charge in my account a deposit for the amount
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Tonya

Claimed newly remodeled. Asked to leave after seeing the room. Would not honor
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

SAM

Super friendly and helpfful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Junior

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Cameron

The room was fine and recently
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gerson

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Really nice hotel! Clean and very comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes the staff was courteous and the manager at the time was awesome I lost my credit card and they did everything possible to help can't thank them enough
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Nicole

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly and helpful when I needed to get there earlier than my original booking. Also loved the vibe. The room was nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, all the essentials. Nice pool area if the weather had cooperated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy booking, great rate, room was very clean. Good stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rokea Denise Tounkara

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place staff were great and wonderful I felt safe the front desk were very friendly and nice I will come back great for students
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anne

The room was clean and stafff was very attentive. Tiki bar was fun, except the happy hour bartender who overcharged us. But
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muyyy amables todos!!! Muy divertidas las noches
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lamar

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026