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A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the sea.

A modern lounge area with contemporary furniture, a large abstract painting, and a view of the kitchen and dining area.

A long dining table set with multiple candles, vases, and floral arrangements.

A modern hotel with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

1. Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Downtown Sarasota, 1.9 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Arta

SAR 566

SAR 759 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A rooftop terrace with a fire feature, seating area, and a view of the city skyline.

A modern lobby with a vertical garden, seating area, and a bar.

A modern lobby with a vertical garden, comfortable seating, and a geometric light fixture.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and booths.

2. The Westin Sarasota

2.1 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

mike

SAR 897

SAR 1,106 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a fire feature.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, balconies, and potted plants.

3. voco Sarasota by IHG

1.7 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Jason

SAR 657

SAR 843 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire pit, string lights, and a mural.

A bar area with a neon sign, bar stools, a sofa, and a TV screen.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a rooftop terrace, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and artwork.

4. Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

Downtown Sarasota, 1.8 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Kristina

SAR 571

SAR 645 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central bar area.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small table, and a desk with a lamp.

A modern indoor pool with clear views of the city skyline, large windows, and a spacious lounge area.

A spacious indoor area with a bar, seating, and large windows offering a view of the sunset.

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

1.9 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Charles

SAR 612

SAR 797 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A beach at sunset with people walking along the shore and a pier in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden countertop, a microwave, a toaster, and a sink. There are two stools and a small table with a lamp.

A staircase leading to a room labeled "TASTING ROOM" with a view of the outside through a window.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a small table with chairs.

6. THE RESERVE RETREAT

Central Sarasota, 1.7 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Elena

SAR 240

SAR 377 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and a second-floor balcony.

A lobby with a teal sofa, brown leather chairs, a round wooden table, and a stone pillar.

A hotel with a covered entrance, a sign reading "Homewood Suites by Hilton," and a clear sky.

An outdoor patio area with a pergola, seating, and a grill.

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota

3.1 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Andrew

SAR 441

SAR 499 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with multiple seating arrangements, including sofas and chairs, and ceiling fans.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a bar, and a building with a modern design.

A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a chair. There is a concrete pillar and a wall with green plants.

A bar area with a circular bar, multiple seating options, and a modern ceiling design.

8. The Sarasota Modern, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

1.6 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Heather

SAR 571

SAR 750 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, two sofas, a dining area with chairs, large windows, and potted plants.

A breakfast bar with juice dispensers and a coffee machine, a plant, and a TV in the background.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a potted plant, and a computer monitor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

1.8 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Doris

SAR 281

SAR 317 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and a view of the adjacent room.

A balcony with a view of a pool and palm trees.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a bulletin board, and a magazine rack.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

10. Americas Best Value Inn Sarasota Downtown

Central Sarasota, 2.2 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Helena

SAR 263

SAR 297 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a TV, and a desk.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative wall art.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

11. Carlisle Inn

Pinecraft, 4.4 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Rachel

SAR 537

SAR 607 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bar area with a beer tap labeled 'BOD LIGHT' and 'GOOSE IPA', a 'Tasty' sign, and several bottles of wine.

A hotel with a bike parking area, outdoor seating, and lush landscaping.

A modern hotel room with a seating area, a minibar, a coffee machine, and a large wall clock.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

8.2 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Janine

SAR 635

SAR 717 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit and cushioned sofas.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A breakfast bar with a 'Good Morning' sign, a 'Inspired Table' sign, and various breakfast items and utensils.

A hotel reception area with a counter, a minibar, and a refrigerator displaying 'really cold' and 'cold' signs.

13. Home2 Suites Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge, FL

10.1 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

James

SAR 411

SAR 465 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a potted plant.

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, a covered area, and a building with multiple windows.

A modern building with a two-story structure, large windows, and a covered parking area.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with blinds.

14. Siesta Vibe Pool Walk To Crescent Beach

10.9 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

SAR 448

SAR 1,463 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a grill, and lush tropical plants.

A kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a granite countertop.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows allowing natural light.

15. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Fruitville, 8 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Patrick

SAR 348

SAR 414 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and chairs, featuring hanging light fixtures and a large flat-screen TV.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a brick wall.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a sign.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch

9.1 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Christopher

SAR 507

SAR 573 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building with balconies.

A dining area with a table set for six, wooden cabinets, a kitchen in the background, and a window with blinds.

A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

A spacious living room with a dining area, a fireplace, and a large window.

17. Siesta Key Inn

11.1 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Deborah

SAR 391

SAR 495 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a grey sofa with patterned cushions, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and windows with curtains.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a round coffee table, and a sofa.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a black countertop, and a framed sign on the wall.

18. SeaSpray Resort

9 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Rommel

SAR 782

SAR 883 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a sofa, a small table with a plant, and a large window offering a city view.

A hotel patio with outdoor seating, large windows, and a covered walkway.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a fruit display.

A modern building with the sign "HYATT PLACE" indicating a hotel.

19. Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

9.5 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Tim

SAR 570

SAR 644 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A rock formation with a waterfall and a pool.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with a vase, and a view of the sunset over the ocean.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a long pier extending into turquoise waters, and a beach with rows of umbrellas.

A modern dining area with a long table, chairs, and a view of the ocean.

20. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

8.1 km from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Austin

SAR 3,110

SAR 3,789 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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Top Merchants Pointe Shopping Center Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Ok"

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

10/10 Excellent

"Best hotel I’ve ever stayed at. The staff was amazing. Ready to help at all times! The spa was fantastic, as well as the Beach Club!"

Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and clean rooms. Lighting was a bit odd in our room, either all on or off. Not good if someone gets up in the middle of the night."

The Sarasota Modern, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was a fun place to be without having to venture from the property"

Downtown Home! Spacious Backyard, King Size Bed, Fully Equipped Near Beaches

10/10 Excellent

"My stay was absolutely perfect. The Host was fast to communicate and had the place looking clean and ready to stay. Everything was absolutely perfect. I would stay again."

THE RESERVE RETREAT

10/10 Excellent

"Liked everything, especially self-check in."

Downtown,Italian Villa For Two,Resort Style.5 minutes to Siesta-Lido.

10/10 Excellent

"Great choice!! You will love this vacation experience. The house was built with the same Italian workmanship you will find in Italy with solid walls and beautiful masonry. "Big Bed", and that's all I will tell about that subject 😎 The owner is friendly and helpful. We didn't get too much time to chat, but I'll make a point to do so when we go back. The photos are accurate, so check them out!! Pool, hot tub, all just for you. Don't wait too long😎"

Private Heated Pool Home Near Downtown & Legacy Trail

10/10 Excellent

"The home was clean, the location was perfect. The fully fenced back yard was perfect for our dogs. The pool was nice and relaxing."

Downtown Sarasota, Casa de Zara

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this place - clean, comfortable, well - decorated, exactly what we were looking for - can't recommend enough"

Other attractions near Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Sarasota County Visitor Information Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

Sarasota County Visitor Information Center is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.

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Sarasota Childrens Garden

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Sarasota Childrens Garden, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Experience the area's fascinating museums or attend a sporting event.

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Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

You can enjoy a show at Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe during your stay in Sarasota. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Colonial Village Shopping Center

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Colonial Village Shopping Center during your visit to Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Regal Hollywood - Sarasota

You can take time to visit Regal Hollywood - Sarasota during your travels to Sarasota. Experience the area's art scene and festivals.

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Ed Smith Stadium

9.0/10 (32 reviews)

Catch an event at Ed Smith Stadium during your trip to Sarasota. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Payne Park Tennis Center

Catch an event at Payne Park Tennis Center during your trip to Sarasota. Wander the gardens and marina in the area.

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Pioneer Park

10.0/10 (1 review)

Pioneer Park is just one of the places to see in Sarasota, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Merchants Pointe Shopping Center?

Merchants Pointe Shopping Center is located in an area of Sarasota known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 90 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Merchants Pointe Shopping Center?

The Sarasota Modern, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and 2 bars. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center. Other good choices within a few miles include Kompose Boutique Hotel and The Westin Sarasota.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Merchants Pointe Shopping Center?

Expedia has 90 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Merchants Pointe Shopping Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Merchants Pointe Shopping Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Merchants Pointe Shopping Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Merchants Pointe Shopping Center?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Merchants Pointe Shopping Center, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Merchants Pointe Shopping Center?

Study the collections at John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Powel Crosley Estate, or Marietta Museum of Art and Whimsy. You can check out the local talent at Sarasota Opera House, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, and Players Theatre. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, Payne Park, and Bayfront Park.

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Our top choices for Merchants Pointe Shopping Center hotels

1. Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

2. The Westin Sarasota

3. voco Sarasota by IHG

4. Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

6. THE RESERVE RETREAT

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota

8. The Sarasota Modern, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

10. Americas Best Value Inn Sarasota Downtown

11. Carlisle Inn

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

13. Home2 Suites Sarasota I-75 Bee Ridge, FL

14. Siesta Vibe Pool Walk To Crescent Beach

15. Coral Pointe Sarasota, an Ascend Collection Hotel

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Sarasota/Lakewood Ranch

17. Siesta Key Inn

18. SeaSpray Resort

19. Hyatt Place Sarasota Lakewood Ranch

20. The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort

Compare top hotels near Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Westin Sarasota

voco Sarasota by IHG

Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sarasota, FL

Top Merchants Pointe Shopping Center Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sarasota Downtown

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

Aloft by Marriott Sarasota

The Sarasota Modern, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown Home! Spacious Backyard, King Size Bed, Fully Equipped Near Beaches

THE RESERVE RETREAT

Downtown,Italian Villa For Two,Resort Style.5 minutes to Siesta-Lido.

Private Heated Pool Home Near Downtown & Legacy Trail

Downtown Sarasota, Casa de Zara

Other attractions near Merchants Pointe Shopping Center

Sarasota County Visitor Information Center

Sarasota Childrens Garden

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe

Colonial Village Shopping Center

Regal Hollywood - Sarasota

Ed Smith Stadium

Payne Park Tennis Center

Pioneer Park

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