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, eat here - Siesta Key (240 Avenida Madera) and Summer House (149 Avenida Messina) are great picks.

When to visit Siesta Key

Siesta Key in August
Estimated hotel price
$180
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siesta Key in August
Estimated hotel price
$180
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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h 21m.

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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siesta Key, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Tampa, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 70 miles and will cost you around $29. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $50 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h 21m.

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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Siesta Key, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Tampa, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 70 miles and will cost you around $29. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $50 for a journey of 205 miles.

Airlines serving Siesta Key

Lufthansa
Good (4,676 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,623 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,257 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,434 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (932 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (412 reviews)
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Where to stay in Siesta Key

Average rates range from around $379 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $558 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, 604 reviews)
$194+
Siesta Palms By The Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 173 reviews)
$322+
Kompose Boutique Hotel Sarasota
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 7618 reviews)
$84+
The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 174 reviews)
$476+
Lido Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1237 reviews)
$355+
Siesta Key Beachside Villas
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 527 reviews)
$247+

Renting a car in Siesta Key

Renting a car in Siesta Key costs $53 per day, on average, or $158 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Sarasota Bradenton Intl.

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 Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Siesta Key costs $53 per day, on average, or $158 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Sarasota Bradenton Intl.

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 Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.