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.

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
$298
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siesta Key in August
Estimated hotel price
$298
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 centre.

Car

Another option to get to Siesta Key is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 113 miles from Siesta Key. You’ll find branches of Fox and Thrifty, 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 $83. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 70 miles.

Plane

When flying to Siesta Key, you’ll arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ), which is located 9 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Siesta Key is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 113 miles from Siesta Key. You’ll find branches of Fox and Thrifty, 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 $83. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 70 miles.

Airlines serving Siesta Key

Lufthansa
Good (4,650 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,478 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,599 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,555 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,775 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,164 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
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Where to stay in Siesta Key

Average rates range from around $650 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,067 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)
$352+
The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$1,041+
Lido Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$592+
Turtle Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$505+
The Westin Sarasota
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$408+
Bianco Sands By Beachside Management
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$488+

Hiring a car in Siesta Key

Expect to pay $1.74 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 $20.83 and $27.77. 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 car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.74 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 $20.83 and $27.77. 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 car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.