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
$178
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siesta Key in August
Estimated hotel price
$178
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 Fox and Hertz, 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 70 miles and will cost you around $71. 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 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 Fox and Hertz, 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 70 miles and will cost you around $71. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $42 for a journey of 205 miles.

Airlines serving Siesta Key

Lufthansa
Good (4,669 reviews)
KLM
Good (856 reviews)
SWISS
Good (930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,511 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,612 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,307 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,572 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (479 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,943 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,132 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,472 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,822 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
LOT
Good (684 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (920 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,622 reviews)
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Where to stay in Siesta Key

Average rates range from around $397 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $648 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, 167 reviews)
$289+
Captiva Beach Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 605 reviews)
$210+
Kompose Boutique Hotel Sarasota
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 7645 reviews)
$105+
The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 177 reviews)
$624+
Lido Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1266 reviews)
$355+
Siesta Key Beachside Villas
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, 528 reviews)
$288+

Renting a car in Siesta Key

Renting a car in Siesta Key costs $44 per day, on average, or $131 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in Siesta Key.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Siesta Key costs $44 per day, on average, or $131 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in Siesta Key.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.