IncludedBeach Lounging
Claim one of your included daily pool or beach lounges and unwind beside the Gulf with towel service provided through the resort fee.
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Pool, beach access, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing charters nearby.
Settle into Gulf-front relaxation with easy days by the infinity-edge pool, beach time on Longboat Key and energizing sessions in the 24-hour fitness center. Beyond the resort, explore Sarasota culture, nearby gardens, aquarium visits, boat days, fishing charters, kayaking, paddleboarding and coastal parks—all within reach from this laid-back barrier-island setting.
Included with your stay via the daily resort fee: complimentary Wi‑Fi, fitness center access, valet parking, pool towel service, two daily pool or beach lounges, business center use, in‑room coffee and two bottled waters, and local/toll‑free calls.
IncludedClaim one of your included daily pool or beach lounges and unwind beside the Gulf with towel service provided through the resort fee.
IncludedWork out any time in the on-site 24-hour fitness center, included for guests through the daily resort fee.
IncludedSettle into a poolside lounger with a book, newspaper or quiet playlist-free downtime beside the water.
The following services are available for an additional fee: breakfast at Viento, beach umbrella rentals, pet fee per dog, event services, and some off‑site excursions.

Step straight from the resort to its Gulf-front beach access for barefoot walks along Longboat Key’s shoreline.

Swim in the resort’s infinity-edge, zero-entry pool while taking in views toward the Gulf of Mexico.

Ease into the 16-person Jacuzzi overlooking the Gulf after a beach day, swim or morning workout.

Keep your routine going with cardio or strength training in the well-equipped fitness center with large windows overlooking the gardens.

Pick up pool towels for a comfortable day moving between the Gulf-front beach, pool and hot tub areas.
Additional feeReserve a rentable poolside bungalow for a more private base beside the infinity-edge pool.

Order breakfast, lunch or dinner to your guest room from the resort’s in-room dining menu when you prefer a relaxed private meal.

Enjoy leashed walks around the resort setting with your well-mannered dog, welcomed under the property’s pet policy and nightly pet fee.
Additional feePlan a beachfront Longboat Key wedding with indoor and outdoor event settings and a dedicated events team.

Gather guests for a dinner, reception or special event in the resort’s flexible ballroom and adjoining pre-function space.
Additional feeSpend extra time sunbathing and swimming on Longboat Key Beach, the resort’s local Gulf-front stretch about a five-minute walk away.
Additional feeBrowse the open-air boutiques and restaurants of St. Armands Circle, about a 15-minute drive from the resort.
Additional feeVisit the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, a bayfront estate and art museum about 13 miles away near Sarasota.
Additional feeExplore marine exhibits at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium on nearby City Island, roughly 10 kilometers from the resort.
Additional feeBook a guided Longboat Key fishing excursion targeting local favorites such as grouper, snapper and tarpon.
Additional feeRent a boat from nearby Cannons Marina, about two miles from the resort, for a self-guided day on local waters.
Additional feePaddle nearby Gulf or bay waters on a stand-up paddleboard, one of the area’s popular watersports.
Additional feeKayak toward Jewfish Key, a small island about 3.9 miles from the resort and reachable by boat or kayak.
Additional feeWalk the beach and shoreline trails at Coquina Beach, about a 10-minute drive from the resort.
Additional feeFollow the trails and picnic areas of Joan M. Durante Community Park, a scenic green space about 1.2 miles away.
Additional feePlay a round at Longboat Key Golf Club, located about 5.8 miles from the resort.
Additional feeSee botanical displays and wildlife at Sarasota Jungle Gardens, approximately 12 miles from the resort.
Additional feeCatch a seasonal spring training baseball game, a popular Gulf Coast outing for sports fans staying in the area.

Ride the Longboat Key trolley, which runs daily and links beaches, Mote Marine, St. Armands Circle and Downtown Sarasota.
Zota Beach Resort sits directly on the Gulf of Mexico on Longboat Key, giving guests easy access to Gulf-front sunbathing, an infinity-edge, zero-entry pool, and a 16-person Jacuzzi overlooking the water. Beyond the resort grounds, guests can enjoy paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing charters, and boat rentals nearby, making Zota Beach Resort a great base for Gulf Coast exploration.
Yes, Zota Beach Resort features a signature infinity-edge, zero-entry pool with Gulf-front views, lounge seating, poolside food and beverage service, and rentable poolside bungalows. The pool is open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and the area also includes a 16-person hot tub overlooking the Gulf.
Yes, guided fishing excursions are a popular activity from Longboat Key near Zota Beach Resort, with local charters targeting grouper, snapper, and tarpon. For those who prefer to explore the water on their own, boat rentals at Cannons Marina are about a 43-minute walk from the resort.
Guests staying at Zota Beach Resort can enjoy paddleboarding and kayaking along the nearby Gulf and bay waters. Adventurous travelers can even kayak out to Jewfish Key, a small island about 3.9 miles from the resort that is reachable by boat or kayak.
Yes, Zota Beach Resort offers a 24-hour fitness center on-site, included for guests via the daily resort fee. The space is well-equipped with large windows overlooking the gardens, making it a bright and convenient option for staying active during a stay.
From Zota Beach Resort, guests can easily reach St. Armands Circle, an open-air shopping and dining district about a 15-minute drive away, as well as The Ringling Museum, the bayfront estate and art museum of John and Mable Ringling, roughly 13 miles away near Sarasota. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium on nearby City Island is also a popular outing, about 10 km from the resort.
Yes, Longboat Key Golf Club is about 5.8 miles from Zota Beach Resort, making it a convenient option for guests who want to golf during their stay on Longboat Key.
Zota Beach Resort is located about a 15-minute drive from St. Armands Circle, an open-air district with over 99 boutiques and restaurants that makes for an easy half-day outing from the resort.
Yes, guests of Zota Beach Resort can visit The Ringling Museum near Sarasota, explore Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, or stop by the Longboat Key Historical Society, a small local history exhibit about 2.6 miles from the resort. Sarasota Jungle Gardens, about 12 miles away, is another nearby option for garden and wildlife sightseeing.
Guests at Zota Beach Resort can use the Longboat Key Trolley, which runs daily and connects Coquina Beach, Mote Marine, St. Armands Circle, and Downtown Sarasota. For those exploring further, having a car is useful since Gulf of Mexico Drive is the main thoroughfare running the length of Longboat Key.
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