Lantern Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
VIP Access

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-In Shower) | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

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7251 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL, 34243
  • Place, University of South Florida Sarasota
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Armands Circle
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Lido Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(62 reviews)
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(142 reviews)
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Bathtub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Lantern Inn & Suites

This hotel features an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a poolside bar. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance.
Lantern Inn & Suites offers 105 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 50-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the comfortable beds at Lantern Inn & Suites. During your stay, you'll be close to IMG Academy. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Places for an enjoyable drink include poolside bar and bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a lift and a terrace
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • 14 minutes by car from St. Armands Circle and 9 minutes from IMG Academy
As a guest of Lantern Inn & Suites, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Lantern Inn & Suites. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sarasota hotel.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Lantern Inn & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 987 out of 1447 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 304 out of 1447 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1447 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1447 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1447 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brad

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Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, very caring staff, loved the pool and tiki bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lane

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Room was very clean, staff was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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Clean room, great location wonderful staff and bar out front.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

VICTOR

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Great room, great location, great staff and a great bar…..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jane

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The tiki bar and pool were awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norbert Jose

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Nice staff and clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

albert

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Great staff really clean great place for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dale

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Clean room, great staff, and would stay again, thanks.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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Clean, comfortable and easy access to Sarasota sites.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

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Room was nice and very clean, quiet, we enjoyed the evening at the on site bar, as well
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Madhivanan

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The locality was amazing and I really loved the hospitality and room services
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and tidy. Perfect for the price and location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Lloyd

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Clean, comfortable, easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

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Very comfortable bed. The staff was friendly and the pool was warm!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay and tiki bar!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. The pool area was nice and whole place was being updated and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pristine clean, big room, comfortable bed and pillows
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, it was close to everything, and very quiet. The tiki bar out front has great great service and cheep drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wesley

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Clean and comfortable and great location for airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Great staff, friendly and helpful. They have a wonderful outdoor bar. Enjoyed our stay and if in the area again will stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melinda

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Great place to stay! Room was clean and had a lot of space to relax. The staff was friendly and helpful. Not sure of age of this Inn but whoever did the renovations did a great job.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern room, good atay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James E

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous , very clean recently , remodeled , every room was neat and the tiki bar was a nice thing to have
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026