Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota

Sarasota 27.33721000, -82.50025100 , 3470 Fruitville Road (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsHomewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota receives high praise for its prime location, offering convenient access to attractions, beautiful beaches, restaurants and stores, making it a perfect base for exploring Sarasota. The quiet and cozy atmosphere further enhances the guests' experience.

The breakfast offerings are well-accepted with many guests appreciating the variety and quality of the food. The clean breakfast area and friendly staff create a relaxed atmosphere, although some guests suggest improvements in the selection and quality of certain items.

The rooms receive mixed feedback with many guests valuing the comfort and spaciousness, particularly the family-friendly features such as fully equipped kitchens. Cleanliness is consistently commended, contributing to a pleasant stay. However, a few guests noted outdated decor and occasional maintenance issues.

The staff at Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota earn high marks for their exceptional service. Described as polite, friendly and responsive, the staff members enhance guests’ stays with their attentiveness and accommodating nature.

The pool area is generally well-regarded, featuring amenities such as a hot tub, barbecue spots and a fire pit. While there are a few concerns about water clarity and access restrictions, the overall feedback is positive with frequent maintenance ensuring a pleasant experience for guests.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota is particularly praised as an ideal destination for families. The spacious rooms, complete kitchens and family-friendly environment with a pool and beach amenities make it a comfortable and convenient choice for families with children.

While the beds receive mixed reviews, many guests find them comfortable, especially the suite setup. However, some guests report issues with mattress comfort and bed size, suggesting the need for updates.

Overall, Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota is highly regarded for its location, cleanliness, family-friendly amenities, exceptional staff and comfortable rooms, albeit with some areas needing improvement in decor and bed quality.
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Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
As part of the Hilton brand, this hotel benefits from Hilton's corporate sustainability programs aimed at reducing environmental impact through various conservation efforts.

Hotel for Honeymoon
This hotel offers comfortable suites and complimentary amenities, providing a convenient and relaxing stay for honeymooners. It features a complimentary breakfast and evening social.

Dog Friendly Hotel
This hotel allows 2 pets up to 75 lbs with a fee of $75 per pet for stays of 1-4 nights and $125 per pet for longer stays. Both dogs and cats are allowed.

Business Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota provides amenities suitable for extended stays and business travel. Specific details on meeting facilities and business services need to be confirmed.

Accessible Hotel
This hotel offers accessible studios with mobility and hearing access, including roll-in showers. It provides assistive listening devices, wheelchair-accessible public washrooms, a path to the elevator, a registration desk, a pool, a restaurant, and a lounge. It also features closed-captioned TV and a phone accessibility kit.

Hotel with Gym
Offers a fitness center with standard equipment for guests to keep up with their workouts. The hotel also provides suite accommodations with kitchen facilities.

Family Friendly Hotel

Hotel with Swimming Pool

  Outdoor Pool  


3-Star Hotel

Hotel with Outdoor Pool

Room Types
Studio Suite with Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking This studio features a fully equipped kitchen and work desk.

One-Bedroom Queen Suite - Non-Smoking This suite features a separate seating area, a fully equipped kitchen and work desk.

Queen Studio with Bath Tub - Mobility and Hearing Access/Non-Smoking This accessible studio features a full kitchen, dining area, and seating area. A microwave and kitchenware are also included.

King Studio Suite - Non-Smoking In the kitchen, guests will find a refrigerator, a dishwasher and a microwave. The spacious studio provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, heating and a TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

Queen Studio Suite - Non-Smoking Guests can make meals in the fully equipped kitchen that features a refrigerator, a dishwasher and a microwave. The spacious air-conditioned studio provides a TV, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and heating. The unit offers 2 beds.

Premium Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Premium Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Premium Studio, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

Premium Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, 2 Double Beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Guest Reviews
8.6
Very Good
Location
The Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota consistently receives praise for its prime location. Guests note the convenience and ease of access, highlighting its proximity to a variety of attractions, beautiful beaches and main highways such as I-75. The hotel's central placement makes it an ideal base for exploring local beaches, restaurants and stores with some key amenities within walking distance, including a grocery store, fast food options, a pharmacy and a gas station. Many reviews emphasize the quiet and cozy atmosphere, which complements the easily accessible location. The surrounding area adds to the overall positive experience with excellent access to nearby dining options, although some guests did mention the need to venture out for meals. Overall, the location of Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota is seen as both convenient and appealing, making it a preferred choice for visitors looking to explore the best of Sarasota.

Breakfast
The breakfast offerings at Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota have garnered varied feedback from guests. Many reviews highlight the breakfast as great, very good and extensive for American standards with a good selection and sufficient variety of options. Guests appreciated the quick service, clean breakfast area and the friendly staff who contributed to a relaxed atmosphere. The breakfast room, although noted as small by some, was well-maintained and the complimentary breakfast provided pleasant surprises for many travelers.

Comments include praise for the breakfast's wide variety with offerings that included plenty of choices, bread, various jams and options that varied each morning. However, some reviews pointed out a need for more variety, particularly in fruit selections, cold cuts and vegetables. A few visitors mentioned that certain items like oatmeal and hash browns could use improvement and there was some dissatisfaction with the use of disposable plastic cutlery, plates and cups.

Despite a few comments about the breakfast being minimal or not very good, many guests found it satisfactory and sufficient for their stay. The overall impression from the reviews suggests that the breakfast at Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota is generally well-received, making it a notable part of the hotel experience for most travelers.

Rooms
Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota offers a mixed experience when it comes to their rooms with many guests highlighting the comfort and spaciousness of the accommodations. The suites are appreciated for their family-friendly features, such as the inclusion of kitchens equipped with appliances like electric stoves, microwaves, toasters and dishwashers. Several guests noted the rooms were very comfortable, often mentioning the ample space and cleanliness.

However, a few recurring issues were pointed out, including outdated decor and occasional unpleasant odors. Some rooms seemed in need of maintenance and general overhaul. Notably, despite a few isolated complaints about the size and brightness of the rooms, the majority of guests found them to be well-equipped and suitable for relaxation.

The hotel staff appears to be attentive and responsive, having swiftly addressed problems like air conditioning issues. Their helpfulness extends beyond room maintenance— they even assisted in organizing events such as surprise birthday getaways. Cleanliness stands out as a consistent positive point with many guests praising the regular upkeep of the rooms and bathrooms.

In essence, Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota excels in offering comfortable and spacious rooms, ideal for families and longer stays, though some updates and better maintenance could enhance the overall experience.

Beds
The bed experience at Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota has received mixed feedback from its guests. Positively noted were the comfort of the beds with multiple guests describing them as comfortable and great for a family of three. Additionally, some guests found the suite setup, including sofa beds and a kitchen, to be convenient for their stay.

However, several guests found the beds to be uncomfortable with complaints about the mattresses being old, too small or even noisy. Issues such as feeling the springs when turning over and an overly soft mattress causing a sore back were also highlighted. Some guests mentioned specific problems like bed covers being too small and the bed height being too low. Despite these concerns, the overall impression is a blend of satisfaction with comfort, juxtaposed with occasional dissatisfaction due to maintenance and size issues.

Cleanliness
Nestled in a welcoming locale, Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota stands out for its commendable cleanliness as underscored by numerous guest reviews. Visitors consistently highlight that the property is very clean, from the spacious rooms to the common areas. It's noted that the hotel maintains a high standard of cleanliness in the bathrooms and lobbies, contributing to a comfortable and cozy stay. Guests also frequently mention the friendly and welcoming staff who enhance the overall pleasant experience.

However, some isolated concerns were raised regarding specific areas needing attention, such as the carpets in the elevators and occasional issues with pests. Despite these incidents, the majority of reviews focus on the spotless environment and the beautiful overall appearance of the hotel. Many guests found the accommodations to be particularly spacious and welcoming, adding to the positive ambiance.

In summary, while Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota may encounter occasional lapses in cleanliness, the general consensus reflects a well-kept property with dedicated staff creating a positive and inviting atmosphere for travelers.

Staff
The reviews of Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota highlight the exceptional service provided by the hotel staff. Guests frequently describe the staff as polite, very friendly and always willing to provide the best service. Both Víctor and Juan Carlos at the reception are noted for their attentiveness. Specific staff members, such as Collette, Laura, Eileen and the hotel manager, received commendations for their pleasant and accommodating nature.

Visitors appreciated how the staff were quick to respond to requests and maintained a welcoming atmosphere with their constant smiles and courteous behavior. The housekeeping team also adhered to guests’ preferences, cleaning rooms only when requested. Overall, the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff significantly enhanced the guests’ experience, making their stays enjoyable and comfortable.

Pool
The pool at Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota receives generally positive feedback from guests. Descriptions commonly highlight the pool as nice, great and even beautiful, providing a comforting and enjoyable experience. Guests appreciate the added features of the pool area, including a hot tub, barbecue spots, a fire pit with seating and plenty of outdoor seating options. The pool is heated, making it suitable for kids and relaxing at the end of the day.

However, there are a few noted criticisms. Occasionally, guests mention the pool being cloudy or not as clear as desired. Some found the area to be dark at night and experienced restricted access early in the morning. Maintenance generally receives positive remarks with frequent cleaning noted, although there were instances when the pool had to be closed for cleaning. Overall, the pool area is well-regarded with the additional amenities and regular maintenance contributing to an enjoyable stay.

Family
Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota emerges as an ideal destination for families, offering a range of amenities that cater specifically to those traveling with children. The spacious rooms are highly praised, featuring complete kitchens and separate areas with sofas, making them perfect for family stays. Guests frequently highlight the comfort and suitability of the accommodations for families, even for longer stays.

The hotel stands out for its family-friendly environment with various features that enhance the stay. It includes a pool and jacuzzi, adding to the recreational options for kids and adults alike. The provision of beach chairs and an umbrella is a thoughtful touch for family outings to the nearby beaches.

Overall, reviewers consistently recommend Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota for families seeking a comfortable and convenient place to stay, especially those with small children. The well-appointed rooms, complete with essential amenities, make family travel more enjoyable and hassle-free.


Yes, Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota.

Yes, Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota welcomes dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota.

Yes, Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota has a gym.

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