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Great trip!
We were in sarasota for a destination wedding at a
different resort a short walk up the beach. Our...
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Traveler dude
- May 22, 2012
Super Beach Vacation
The hotel was in a fantastic location with numerous amenities! Restaurant was convenient and...
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Sungal
- Apr 28, 2012
Lido Key hotel with great views and a private beach
With 600 feet of white sandy beaches on Lido Key, the Helmsley Sandcastle Hotel has lots to offer those looking for fun and relaxation in Sarasota, Florida. This 3-star hotel overlooks the Gulf of Mexico and guests can grab a free lounger or rent a cabana to enjoy the surf, the amazing sunsets, or rent a bike and head up to St. Armand's Circle for fine dining and shopping. Business travelers will appreciate the hotel's meeting rooms, business center and free Wi-Fi Internet access. After a busy day, unwind with a game of shuffleboard on the deck.
Helmsley Sandcastle Hotel Rooms
- Standard View Room
- This room does not offer a view of the gulf of mexico or the pool. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Direct-dial phone with voice mail. TV with complimentary HBO. Compact refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. Complimentary newspaper. Two upholstered chairs. Bathroom with shower/tub combination, interior and/or exterior vanity, and makeup/shaving mirror.
- Gulf View Room
- Two double beds. Gulf of Mexico view. In two- or four-story building. 324 square feet. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Direct-dial phone with voice mail. TV with complimentary HBO. Compact refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. Complimentary newspaper. Two upholstered chairs. Bathroom with shower/tub combination, interior and/or exterior vanity, and makeup/shaving mirror.
- Poolside Room
- Two double beds. Pool view. In one- or three-story building. 288 square feet. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Direct-dial phone with voice mail. TV with complimentary HBO. Compact refrigerator and coffee/tea maker. Complimentary newspaper. Two upholstered chairs. Bathroom with shower/tub combination, interior and/or exterior vanity, and makeup/shaving mirror.
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Sarasota
- Nearby airports
- Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport - 8 miles, Tampa International Airport - 60 miles.
- Area description
- Corporations/Industries, Electro Corporation - 9 miles, Hi-Stat Manufacturing - 10 miles, Klockner-Bartelt Manufacturing - 10 miles, Sun Hydraulics - 9 miles, Tropicana Beverages - 20 miles.
Amenities
- Business center
- Conference Facilities
- Free parking
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Wireless Internet
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- Meeting facilities for groups to 225, banquets to 160, audio-Visual equipment.
Dining
- Cafe
- Open 7am-5pm, casual, Breakfast /buffet.
- Candlelight Restaurant
- Open 5pm-10pm, casual, innovative menu/salads.
- Lounge Bar
- Open 5pm-midnight, casual, drinks.
- Pool Bar
- Open noon-dusk, casual, drinks/hors d'ouvres.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (110)
Ratings and reviews for Helmsley Sandcastle Hotel
- All travelers (110) 3.6 / 5
- Business (3) 3.7 / 5
- Couples (43) 3.4 / 5
- Families (46) 3.5 / 5
- Friends (7) 4 / 5
- Singles (4) 3.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.7
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4.1
- Room comfort:
- 3.4
- Location:
- 4.6
- Value:
- 3.8
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Would recommend
Traveler dude
Great trip!
We were in sarasota for a destination wedding at a different resort a short walk up the beach. Our hotel was half as much with a nicer section of beach and very nice deep swimming pools and nice pool bar. Staff was very friendly and quick to respond to any request. I would stay at this resort again over the pricier ones any day.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
vptoledo
Excellent hotel
this hotel was very good, nice beach , the only observation is that were not enough beach umbrellas on the beach next to the hotel
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
vptoledo
Excellent hotel
Excellent hotel, next to a beautiful beach, the price is very good. Very clean, the only problem was that there not enough sun umbrellas available in the beach.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Sungal
Super Beach Vacation
The hotel was in a fantastic location with numerous amenities! Restaurant was convenient and breakfast was always tasty. Our family had a relaxing, fun time. Staff was very helpful. Accommodations were somewhat cramped but very clean.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Shopping tip:
Short drive from hotel
St. Armands Square is a short drive and you will find many restaurants and exclusives shops there!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Danx
Week in FLA
Very nice old-style Florida Hotel. Friendly staff. Good location. We usually stay in a condo on Siesta Key at Florida's no. 1 beach and would definitely stay here again. Easy access to our favorite shopping and dining area, St. Armands. I would like to see earlier access (say, 8 AM) to the beach chairs. I would recommend this hotel to our friends.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
For a short walk (or for a small tip to the hotel's driver), you can get to lots of dining and shopping options at St. Armands from this hotel.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
No1Bemo
Excellent Location on Beach
Greatest aspect is that the amount of Beachfront for the number of guests is fantastic; several sites North, the beach chairs are anywhere from 3 to 5 rows deep.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Shopping tip:
Short drive from hotel
Armand Circle is close. Hotel offers complimentary transportation to Circle.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Kayakman
Our forth stay not worth it 8(
This time we went for the least expensive room knowing it wouldn't have a good view. It was in the back of the north side facing the parking lot. I ever new they had rooms here. The room was dated at best and other than newer rug and bathroom tiles it need a face lift. Peeling paint, peeling wall paper old and chiped furiture. When i called they said it was recently updated ??? NO it wasn't then they said it was a cheaper room. My mistake I didn't thing cheaper = old run down. But Great beach front!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 1
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
St. Armands Circle
Reviewer score
Would recommend
13456
perfict getaway-fantastic beach
From the welcome to the checkout,service was fantastic. Victoria and Paul were always there and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable and the beach was the highlight. Would return in a second.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
AMAL
Beautiful location
Hotel staff was fantastic, friendly, helpful. Location was excellent.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Shopping tip:
Short drive from hotel
St Armands Circle was a great place to shop and eat.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
ABMW
location,location,location
Very nice older hotel,great pools,steps to ocean,nice staff. Could use flat screen tv's at pool bar
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
