Siesta Key travel guide

Siesta Key Tourism | Siesta Key Guide

You're Going to Love Siesta Key

With a population of 6,565, Siesta Key is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Siesta Key has to offer.

Where to Eat in Siesta Key

If you’re looking for affordable options, Clayton's Siesta Grille (1256 Old Stickney Point Rd) and eat here - Siesta Key (240 Avenida Madera) are great picks.

When to visit Siesta Key

Siesta Key in August
Estimated hotel price
$179
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siesta Key in August
Estimated hotel price
$179
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Siesta Key

Plane

When flying to Siesta Key, you’ll arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Siesta Key include Air Canada, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Siesta Key departs from Louisville and takes around 2h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Siesta Key is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 113 miles from Siesta Key. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

RedCoach operates bus routes to Siesta Key. From Tampa, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 70 miles and will cost you around $21. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 205 miles.

Plane

When flying to Siesta Key, you’ll arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ), which is located 9 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Siesta Key include Air Canada, United Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Siesta Key departs from Louisville and takes around 2h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Siesta Key is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 113 miles from Siesta Key. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

RedCoach operates bus routes to Siesta Key. From Tampa, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 70 miles and will cost you around $21. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 205 miles.

Airlines serving Siesta Key

Lufthansa
Good (4,695 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,585 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,598 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,269 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,935 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (224 reviews)
Finnair
Good (863 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,726 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Siesta Key

Average rates range from around $380 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $582 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Siesta Key

Most booked hotels in Siesta Key

Siesta Palms By The Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9, 171 reviews)
$297+
Captiva Beach Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 604 reviews)
$202+
Kompose Boutique Hotel Sarasota
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 7620 reviews)
$84+
The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 174 reviews)
$483+
Lido Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1250 reviews)
$355+
Siesta Key Beachside Villas
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 525 reviews)
$247+

Renting a car in Siesta Key

Renting a car in Siesta Key costs $48 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Siesta Key.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Siesta Key (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Siesta Key is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Siesta Key costs $48 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 3% cheaper than airport locations in Siesta Key.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Siesta Key (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Siesta Key is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.