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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 9 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, eat here - Siesta Key (240 Avenida Madera) and Clayton's Siesta Grille (1256 Old Stickney Point Rd) 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 38m.

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 Rroa Car Rental and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siesta Key, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 330 km and will cost you around £26. From Miami, the ticket costs about £55 for a journey of 394 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 38m.

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 Rroa Car Rental and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siesta Key, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 330 km and will cost you around £26. From Miami, the ticket costs about £55 for a journey of 394 km.

Airports near Siesta Key

SRQSarasota Bradenton Intl
TPATampa
RSWFort Myers SW Florida Intl

Airlines serving Siesta Key

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Siesta Key

Average rates range from around £307 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £555 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Siesta Key

Most booked hotels in Siesta Key

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Captiva Beach Resort
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£176+
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Turtle Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£243+
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Lido Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£311+
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The Westin Sarasota
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£186+
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The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£412+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Sarasota Bradenton Airport
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£95+
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Hiring a car in Siesta Key

Expect to pay £0.68 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 £8.06 and £10.74. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Siesta Key, while also 9% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £0.68 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 £8.06 and £10.74. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Siesta Key, while also 9% cheaper than other types, on average.

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