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 4 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
£142
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siesta Key in August
Estimated hotel price
£142
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 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Siesta Key from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 12h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Siesta Key is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 182 km from Siesta Key. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Siesta Key using RedCoach or FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 113 km and will cost you around £40. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about £34 for a journey of 330 km.

Plane

When flying to Siesta Key, you’ll arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ), which is located 14 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Siesta Key from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 12h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Siesta Key is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 182 km from Siesta Key. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Siesta Key using RedCoach or FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 113 km and will cost you around £40. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about £34 for a journey of 330 km.

Airlines serving Siesta Key

Lufthansa
Good (4,604 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,591 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,921 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,710 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in Siesta Key

Average rates range from around £317 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £522 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Siesta Key

Most booked hotels in Siesta Key

Captiva Beach Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£169+
Lido Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£284+
The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£499+
Turtle Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£243+
The Westin Sarasota
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£211+
Bianco Sands By Beachside Management
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£232+

Hiring a car in Siesta Key

Expect to pay £0.83 per litre in Siesta Key (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £9.90 and £13.19. The most frequently booked car type in Siesta Key is Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £0.83 per litre in Siesta Key (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £9.90 and £13.19. The most frequently booked car type in Siesta Key is Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.