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Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Mall at University Town Center

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Lobby
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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Pool

Explore the area

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8305 Tourist Center Dr, Sarasota, FL, 34201
  • Place, Mall at University Town Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University Park Country Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Nathan Benderson Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Room, Multiple Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sarasota

Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center is a short stroll from Mall at University Town Center and University Park Country Club. This 132-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Mall at University Town Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University Park Country Club - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nathan Benderson Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lakewood Ranch Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Main Street at Lakewood Ranch - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Yard House Sarasota - UTC - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fresh Kitchen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center

Hotel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Mall at University Town Center
At Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and limo/town car service. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and free newspapers.
49-inch Smart TVs come with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Bistro

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 947 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Renovated entire property - July 2022
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 18 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 21 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Courtyard Sarasota University Park Lakewood Ranch Area
Courtyard University Lakewood Ranch Hotel Sarasota Park Area
Courtyard Sarasota University Park Lakewood Ranch Area Hotel
Courtyard University Park Lakewood Ranch Area Hotel
Courtyard Sarasota University Park Lakewood Ranch Area Hotel
Hotel Courtyard Sarasota University Park / Lakewood Ranch Area
Courtyard University Park Lakewood Ranch Area Hotel
Courtyard Sarasota University Park Lakewood Ranch Area
Courtyard University Park Lakewood Ranch Area
Courtyard Sarasota University Park / Lakewood Ranch Area
Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center?

Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center?

As of Dec 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center on Dec 22, 2025 start from $179.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do within easy reach of Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center?

This hotel is located in Sarasota, a short 8-minute walk from Mall at University Town Center and also 14 minutes on foot from Nathan Benderson Park. You'll also find Main Street at Lakewood Ranch and University Park Country Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center include a casino?

No, Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Bistro.

Will Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center for a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center?

The closest major airport to Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 6.7 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 28.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center.

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