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
$269
1 night at 3-star hotel
Siesta Key in August
Estimated hotel price
$269
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 Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 31h 24m.

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 Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

RedCoach operates bus routes to Siesta Key. From Tampa, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 113 km and will cost you around $32. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $63 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 Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 31h 24m.

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 Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

RedCoach operates bus routes to Siesta Key. From Tampa, the bus ride to Siesta Key takes 113 km and will cost you around $32. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $63 for a journey of 330 km.

Airlines serving Siesta Key

Lufthansa
Good (4,701 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,594 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,267 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (491 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,116 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,947 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (862 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,728 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Siesta Key

Average rates range from around $568 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $857 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)
$308+
The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$728+
Lido Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$535+
The Westin Sarasota
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$336+
Turtle Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$458+
Bianco Sands By Beachside Management
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$437+

Hiring a car in Siesta Key

Expect to pay $1.56 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 $18.64 and $24.85. 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, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.56 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 $18.64 and $24.85. 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, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.