Zota Beach Resort, Longboat Key
About the Hotel
Zota Beach Resort is Longboat Key's newest luxury destination, offering a blend of modern elegance and a relaxed beachfront ambiance. Guests can immerse themselves in tranquility while remaining close to the vibrant cultural offerings of nearby Sarasota. With its idyllic Gulf-facing position, this resort serves as an ideal retreat for both leisure and business travelers.
Location
Positioned on Longboat Key, Zota Beach Resort is conveniently located approximately 15-20 minutes from downtown Sarasota. The resort is directly on the beach, providing easy access to local attractions and activities. Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is about 25 km away, and concierge services are available to help arrange transportation for guests.
Rooms
Zota Beach Resort features 187 contemporary guestrooms and suites, each designed with coastal chic decor. Accommodations include options with private balconies, kitchenettes, and a variety of stunning views, such as beachfront, partial Gulf, and poolside vistas. Mobility accessible rooms ensure comfort for all guests, offering facilities like self-operating lifts and available amenities to enhance convenience.
Eat & Drink
Dining at Zota is highlighted by Viento Kitchen + Bar, where guests can enjoy a creative blend of 'Floribbean' cuisine inspired by the Gulf Coast's local flavors. The open-air lounge and chic wine bar present an extensive wine selection, while in-room dining options bring these culinary delights to guests’ accommodations. Additional casual dining is available at the Cascades Pool Bar, catering to those looking for light bites and cocktails poolside.
Leisure & Business
Zota Beach Resort boasts versatile event spaces, including the 0.2 m² Zara Zota Ballroom, which accommodates up to 300 guests. Facilities for meetings are complemented by a full-service business center and a 24-hour fitness center. For leisure, guests can relax by the infinity-edge pool, enjoy the beachfront, or reserve a private poolside bungalow for added comfort.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Private beach
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Fireplace
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Shops/Commercial services
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Playpen
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
- Rollaway beds
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- HBO available
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel is situated right on the lovely beach of Longboat Key, offering modern and comfortable rooms. The service was friendly and nice, although a bit busy with other guests. The location was clean and inviting, providing plenty of beach amenities; however, closing at 6pm might be too early for some. The dining experience, especially at the hotel restaurant for breakfast, was not up to par, with cold food and terrible coffee. Overall, the hotel has great potential but could use improvements in certain areas.
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms are spacious, beautiful, and have a delightful aroma, plus they come with 2 lounge chairs for the beach. The service was top-notch, with the staff being very courteous, helpful, and attentive. The location is superb, offering lovely beach views and plenty of amenities. The dining options were good but could use a bit of improvement in variety. Overall, a great experience with a few minor areas for enhancement.
The hotel's location is perfect, right on the beach with lovely tucked away spaces and plenty of chairs and umbrellas. The rooms in the new building had a dog left alone that caused noise disruptions, making it slightly inconvenient. The service was outstanding, with attentive and responsive staff sprinting to assist us. The dining experience was enjoyable overall, with a complete buffet and efficient staff. The facilities were well-maintained, offering a great stay with a few minor setbacks.
My stay at the hotel was absolutely wonderful! The rooms were spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated, giving me a higher standard experience I had booked prior to my arrival. The service was top-notch with efficient, pleasant, and helpful staff. The location was perfect, right on the beach, offering easy access to the Hilton and natural landscaping. The dining experience was delicious, although more wait staff would have been beneficial. Overall, a great choice for a relaxing vacation.
I had a lovely stay at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable and of good size, but I wish the balcony was a bit larger. The service was friendly and extremely accommodating, making sure all our needs were met. The location was perfect, right on the beach with natural landscaping adding to the beauty. The dining experience was enjoyable, especially the homemade ice-cream.
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