Zota Beach Resort FAQs

This room has a private balcony with standard views toward the Gulf . Zota Beach Resort sits directly on the Gulf on Longboat Key, between Sarasota and Anna Maria Island, so the setting is a beachfront one even in this standard-view category.

The room has one king bed with premium bedding and is designed for up to three guests . It suits a couple who want a little extra room, or a small party sharing.

Yes, the room has a private balcony for taking in the Gulf-side outlook. Please note that personal audio or music devices are not permitted on balconies at Zota, which helps keep the atmosphere relaxed for everyone.

The private bathroom has a shower, towels, a hair dryer and bathrobes. The toiletries are by wellness brand Tammy Fender (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion and a cleansing bar), which add a spa-ritual touch to the room.

Wi-Fi is complimentary in the room. The daily $40 resort fee covers two in-room bottled waters, in-room coffee, valet parking , pool towel service, fitness center access , a daily newspaper, two pool or beach lounges daily , business center use and unlimited local and toll-free calls.

This room is in the Escalera Tower . Zota's premium rooms are slightly larger and are located in the Opal Tower on the south side of the property. If extra space matters most, those are the step up. If you mainly want a comfortable base with a balcony, this category covers it.

The infinity-edge, zero-entry pool has Gulf-front views and is open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with a 16-person hot tub overlooking the Gulf. Cascades Pool Bar serves lunch, light fare and cocktails by the pool. Viento Kitchen + Bar serves breakfast from 7:00 to 11:00 am and dinner from 5:00 to 10:00 pm, with happy hour from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. Breakfast carries a surcharge, and limited-hours room service brings Viento selections to your room.

Zota has no on-site spa , but the 24-hour fitness center and the Tammy Fender bath amenities in your room cover the wellness side. Parking is valet only , and trailers, boats, RVs and jet skis cannot be accommodated. Check-in is from 4:00 PM (until midnight, with no after-hours check-in) and check-out is at 11:00 AM . At check-in you will need a photo ID and the same card used to book.

Zota welcomes well-mannered dogs , kept on a leash outside the guestroom, with a maximum of two per room. The resort's own guidance is for dogs of 30 pounds or less , and the fee is $100 per dog per night . Pets receive an Opal Paws mat, bowls, waste bags and dental treats.

The room has a private balcony with views of the resort pool . The signature pool is an infinity-edge, zero-entry pool with Gulf-front views, so you can enjoy the pool scene from your own balcony.

The room has 2 Queen beds with premium bedding and sleeps up to 4 guests . That makes it a good fit for two couples travelling together or friends sharing a room.

Yes. The Pool View Room at Zota Beach Resort has a private balcony facing the pool. Please note that personal audio and music devices are not permitted on balconies, the pool or the beach, so the setting stays relaxed for everyone.

The private bathroom has a shower . It comes with bathrobes, towels, a hair dryer and free toiletries. Zota's in-room bath products are from wellness brand Tammy Fender , which brings a touch of spa ritual to the room.

The room has a flat-screen TV with cable channels , a coffee/tea maker , a refrigerator , a safe and a work desk . It also has an iron and ironing board, air conditioning, a ceiling fan, free Wi-Fi (25+ Mbps) and daily housekeeping. Room service from Viento Kitchen + Bar runs during limited hours.

The $40 daily resort fee covers two in-room bottled waters, Wi-Fi, in-room coffee, valet parking , pool towel service, fitness center access , a daily newspaper, two pool or beach lounges daily , business center use and unlimited local and toll-free calls.

Viento Kitchen + Bar is on the second floor. It serves breakfast from 7:00am to 11:00am and dinner from 5:00pm to 10:00pm, with a Happy Hour from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. Cascades Pool Bar is by the pool, with food from 12:00pm to 6:00pm and drinks from 11:00am until sunset. A pool view room puts you close to the poolside bar.

The Infinity Edge Pool is open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM , and the pool area has a 16-person hot tub overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. The fitness center is open 24 hours and is included in the resort fee. Pool and beach facilities are for registered resort guests only.

Zota is a valet-parking-only property, and valet is included in the resort fee. Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Bring a photo ID and the same card you booked with, as a pre-authorization hold is placed on it. Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is typically about 23 to 25 minutes away by car.

This is the standard view category in the Escalera Tower, and it comes with a private balcony . The resort sits directly on the Gulf on Longboat Key, so you are steps from the water even though this room is not the premium outlook. Personal audio devices are not permitted on balconies, so the space suits quiet, unhurried moments.

The room has 2 Queen Beds with premium bedding and sleeps up to four guests . It works well for two couples travelling together or friends sharing a stay, with a desk and a ceiling fan as well as air conditioning.

The room has a private bathroom with a shower . You will find bathrobes, towels and a hair dryer. The toiletries are by wellness brand Tammy Fender , which brings a touch of spa ritual to the room.

A daily $40 resort fee covers two in-room bottled waters, wireless internet, in-room coffee, valet parking, pool towel service, fitness centre access, a daily newspaper, two pool or beach lounges daily, business centre use and unlimited local and toll-free calls. In the room you also have a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a refrigerator, a coffee and tea maker and a safe.

The Escalera Standard View room is a standard category . Premium rooms at Zota Beach Resort are slightly larger and sit in the resort's other tower. If you mainly want a comfortable base with two queen beds and a balcony, the Escalera room covers the essentials.

Zota Beach Resort is directly on the Gulf with on-property beach access. The signature infinity-edge, zero-entry pool is open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and the pool area has a 16-person hot tub overlooking the Gulf. Viento Kitchen + Bar is on the second floor, and Cascades Pool Bar is by the pool. Pool and beach access is for registered resort guests, and there is a fee for beach umbrellas.

Viento Kitchen + Bar serves breakfast from 7:00am to 11:00am and dinner from 5:00pm to 10:00pm, with a happy hour from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. Cascades Pool Bar has food from 12:00pm to 6:00pm and drinks from 11:00am until sunset. Breakfast carries a surcharge. Room service is offered at limited hours, with Viento menu selections.

Zota is valet parking only , and valet is included in the resort fee. Trailers, boats, RVs and jet skis cannot be accommodated. Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. You will need a photo ID and the same card used to book, and a pre-authorization hold is placed on it. The resort does not offer after-hours check-in, so plan to arrive before midnight. Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is roughly a 23 to 25 minute drive, and a taxi costs about $40 one way.

There is no dedicated on-site spa . There is a 24-hour fitness center with large windows over the gardens, included in the resort fee. For accessibility, the room has Braille and raised signage. The pool has a lift, and the fitness center, Viento Kitchen + Bar and Cascades Pool Bar are reachable by lift or sloped entry.

The resort welcomes well-mannered dogs , kept leashed outside the guestroom, with a maximum of two per room. The fee is $100 per dog per night , and dogs receive an Opal Paws mat, bowls, waste bags and dental treats. The resort's own guidance is for dogs of 30 pounds or less, so check weight limits with the resort before you travel.

The room opens onto a private balcony with Gulf-facing views . Zota sits directly on the Gulf on Longboat Key, so the balcony is a quiet place for morning coffee from the in-room coffee/tea maker or an evening drink.

The room has one king bed and one double sofa bed and sleeps up to 3 guests . A couple can take the king bed, and the sofa bed gives a third guest a separate sleeping spot. Premium bedding and a ceiling fan add to the comfort.

The private bathroom has a walk-in shower , bathrobes, plush towels and a hair dryer. The toiletries are Tammy Fender bath amenities (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion and a cleansing bar), which bring a spa-style touch to the room.

A daily $40 resort fee covers two in-room bottled waters, wireless internet, in-room coffee, valet parking, pool towel service, fitness center access, a daily newspaper, two pool or beach lounges a day, business center use and unlimited local and toll-free calls. Breakfast is available at a surcharge.

Yes. The room has a flat-screen TV with cable channels , free WiFi (25+ Mbps) , an in-room safe, a desk, an iron and ironing board, a refrigerator and a coffee/tea maker. Room service runs for limited hours, with menu selections from Viento Kitchen + Bar.

Zota has no on-site spa , though the Tammy Fender amenities in your bathroom bring a touch of spa ritual to the room. On site you'll find a 24-hour fitness center and the infinity-edge, zero-entry pool with Gulf views. The pool is open daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM and has a 16-person hot tub overlooking the Gulf.

Dining is on property. Viento Kitchen + Bar is on the second floor. It serves breakfast daily 7:00–11:00 am and dinner 5:00–10:00 pm, with a Happy Hour from 5:00 to 6:30 pm, and reservations are recommended in peak periods. Cascades Pool Bar is poolside, with food 12:00–6:00 pm and drinks from 11:00 am until sunset. It does not take reservations.

Zota is valet-parking only , with valet included in the resort fee. Check-in is from 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM . There is no after-hours check-in, and you will need a photo ID and the same card used to book. Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is about a 23–25 minute drive away, and a taxi costs about $40 one way.

Well-mannered dogs are welcome, up to two per room, for $100 per dog per night . Pets receive an Opal Paws mat, bowls, waste bags and dental treats, and the resort's guidance is dogs of 30 pounds or less. The room has Braille/raised signage. The pool has a lift, and accessible access is provided at the fitness center, Viento Kitchen + Bar and Cascades Pool Bar.

This room has a private balcony overlooking the resort pool . Zota Beach Resort's signature pool is an infinity-edge, zero-entry pool with lounge seating and poolside food and beverage service, so you have a lively, scenic outlook right from your own outdoor space.

The room has 2 Queen Beds with premium bedding and sleeps up to 5 guests . It suits groups of friends or relatives sharing one room, and it also gives a couple plenty of space to spread out.

Yes, the Opal Tower Pool View room has a private balcony with a view of the pool area. It is a pleasant spot for morning coffee from the in-room coffee/tea maker or a quiet moment in the evening. Personal audio and music devices are not permitted on balconies, which helps keep the setting peaceful.

The room has a private bathroom with a shower . It comes stocked with bathrobes, free toiletries, a hair dryer and fresh towels . The toiletries are by wellness brand Tammy Fender, which adds a spa-style touch to the room.

You get air conditioning, a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, free WiFi, a refrigerator, a coffee/tea maker, an in-room safe, a desk, and an iron and ironing board . Daily housekeeping is included, and room service runs during limited hours with menu selections from Viento Kitchen + Bar.

The $40 daily resort fee includes valet parking, wireless internet, pool towel service, fitness center access, two pool or beach lounges daily , two in-room bottled waters, in-room coffee, a daily newspaper, business center use and unlimited local and toll-free calls.

Zota Beach Resort sits directly on the Gulf on Longboat Key with on-property beach access . The infinity-edge pool is open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and the pool area has a 16-person hot tub overlooking the Gulf. For dining, Viento Kitchen + Bar serves breakfast and dinner, and Cascades Pool Bar serves lunch and light fare and drinks by the pool.

Check-in is at 4:00 p.m. and check-out is at 11:00 a.m. Zota is a valet-parking-only property, and valet is included in the resort fee. At check-in, bring a photo ID and the same credit or debit card used to book, as a pre-authorization hold is placed on the card. Check-in is available until midnight and the property does not offer after-hours check-in.

The room offers braille and raised signage . Across the resort, the pool has a pool lift, and the fitness center, Viento Kitchen + Bar and Cascades Pool Bar are reachable by self-operating lifts or sloped entryways. Pool and beach facilities are for registered resort guests only .

This one-bedroom suite faces the resort's pool, and its private balcony gives you a quiet spot to take in that outlook. The signature pool is an infinity-edge, zero-entry design with lounge seating, poolside food and drink service and a 16-person hot tub overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.

The suite has 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed and sleeps up to seven guests . Premium bedding and bed sheets are provided, and air conditioning and a ceiling fan let you set the room to your own comfort level.

The private bathroom has a shower, and comes with bathrobes, towels, a hair dryer and complimentary toiletries.

A daily $40 resort fee covers two in-room bottled waters, wireless internet, in-room coffee, valet parking, pool towel service, fitness center access, a daily newspaper, two pool or beach lounges daily, business center use and unlimited local and toll-free calls.

With sleeping space for seven , a desk, a refrigerator, a coffee/tea maker, an iron and ironing board, an in-room safe and daily housekeeping, the suite is well set up for extended stays or a group sharing one booking. Free WiFi (25+ Mbps) helps if you need to work, and the 24-hour fitness center is on site.

Zota Beach Resort sits directly on the Gulf on Longboat Key with on-property beach access . The pool is open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and Cascades Pool Bar serves lunch and light fare beside it. Viento Kitchen + Bar is on the second floor, with breakfast daily from 7:00am to 11:00am, dinner from 5:00pm to 10:00pm and Happy Hour from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. Pool and beach facilities are for registered resort guests, and beach umbrellas carry a fee.

Yes. Room service runs during limited hours with menu selections from Viento Kitchen + Bar. The suite also has a refrigerator and a coffee/tea maker for lighter moments, and breakfast at the restaurant carries a surcharge rather than being included.

Zota is a valet-parking-only property, and valet is included in the resort fee. Check-in is from 4:00 p.m. (until midnight, with no after-hours check-in) and check-out is at 11:00 a.m. Bring a photo ID and the same credit or debit card used to book. Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is about 23 to 25 minutes away by car, and a taxi costs about $40 one-way.

The suite has braille and raised signage , and the resort offers a pool lift and mobility-accessible access to the fitness center, Viento Kitchen + Bar and Cascades Pool Bar. Personal audio devices are not permitted on the pool, beach or balconies, so the balcony stays calm. There is no dedicated on-site spa. Well-mannered dogs are welcome for $100 per dog per night, with the resort's guidance at 30 pounds or less and up to two dogs per room.

The suite has a private balcony with Gulf views , a good spot for sea breezes and natural light. Zota Beach Resort sits directly on the Gulf on Longboat Key, between Sarasota and Anna Maria Island.

The suite has two queen beds in a one-bedroom layout, with additional sleeping options so it can host up to seven guests . That makes it a good fit for groups of friends or relatives travelling together, as well as couples who want extra room.

The private bathroom has a shower, bathrobes, towels and a hair dryer. The toiletries are by wellness brand Tammy Fender , which brings a touch of spa ritual to the room.

Inside the suite you have free Wi-Fi , a coffee/tea maker, a refrigerator, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safe, a desk, an iron and ironing board, and daily housekeeping. The $40 daily resort fee adds two in-room bottled waters, valet parking, pool towel service, fitness center access, a daily newspaper, two pool or beach lounges daily, business center use and unlimited local and toll-free calls.

Yes. Room service runs in limited hours, with selections from Viento Kitchen + Bar for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Viento serves breakfast daily from 7:00 to 11:00 am and dinner from 5:00 to 10:00 pm, with a happy hour from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. Cascades Pool Bar handles lunch and light fare, with food from noon to 6:00 pm.

The resort is directly on the Gulf with on-property beach access . Its signature infinity-edge, zero-entry pool has Gulf-front views, and a 16-person hot tub overlooks the Gulf. The pool is open daily from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm. Pool and beach facilities are for registered resort guests only.

Check-in is from 4:00 pm and check-out is at 11:00 am photo ID and the same card used to book , and a pre-authorization hold is placed on it. Parking is valet only , and valet is included in the resort fee. Personal audio devices are not permitted on balconies, the pool or the beach.

The suite has Braille and raised signage . Zota Beach Resort also offers mobility access, with lifts or sloped entryways at the fitness center, Viento Kitchen + Bar, Cascades Pool Bar and the business center. The pool has a pool lift, and the resort has handicap parking spaces.

Zota has no on-site spa . It does have a 24-hour fitness center with large windows over the gardens, included in the resort fee. Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) is the nearest airport, typically a 23 to 25 minute drive, with a taxi costing about $40 one way. A car is useful for exploring Longboat Key, since Gulf of Mexico Drive is its main road.

The private balcony looks out over the resort's infinity-edge, zero-entry pool , which has lounge seating, poolside food and drink service and a 16-person hot tub overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. It suits guests who like to be close to the pool at Zota Beach Resort. The pool is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

The room has 1 King Bed with premium bedding and sleeps 2 guests . Rollaway or extra beds cannot be added, so it is best suited to two adults sharing one bed.

Yes, the room has a private balcony overlooking the pool, which makes it an easy spot for morning coffee from the in-room coffee/tea maker or an evening unwind. Personal audio and music devices are not permitted on balconies, the pool or the beach, which helps keep the atmosphere relaxed.

It is a private bathroom with a shower , bathrobes, towels, free toiletries and a hair dryer. Zota's in-room bath amenities are from wellness brand Tammy Fender. Accessibility features include braille/raised signage, a grab bar near the toilet and a raised toilet seat .

A daily $40 resort fee covers two in-room bottled waters, wireless internet, in-room coffee, valet parking, pool towel service, fitness center access, a daily newspaper, two pool or beach lounges each day, business center use and unlimited local and toll-free calls. The 24-hour fitness center is on site. The room itself also has a flat-screen TV with cable, a refrigerator, a safe, an iron and ironing board and daily housekeeping.

This Tower Room is in the Escalera Tower and is a standard room category with a pool view. Zota's premium rooms are slightly larger and are in the Opal Tower on the south side of the property. If extra space matters more to you than the pool outlook, the premium category is the step up.

Zota Beach Resort sits directly on the Gulf on Longboat Key with on-property beach access , and the pool is on site. Viento Kitchen + Bar is on the second floor and serves breakfast and dinner, with a daily Happy Hour from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Cascades Pool Bar serves lunch and light fare, with food from noon to 6:00 p.m. Beach umbrellas carry a fee.

Yes. With one king bed, a private balcony and a pool outlook , it suits a romantic getaway, an anniversary or a weekend escape for two. The resort has no on-site spa, but the in-room bath amenities add a spa-style touch, and Viento's open-air, Gulf-facing setting is a good choice for dinner.

Check-in is from 4:00 p.m. and check-out is at 11:00 a.m. You will need a photo ID and the same credit or debit card used to book, and a pre-authorization hold is placed on the card. Zota is valet-parking only , with valet included in the resort fee. Breakfast carries a surcharge, and in-room dining from Viento Kitchen + Bar is available during limited hours.

This room sits in the Escalera Tower at Zota Beach Resort and has a private balcony with views toward the Gulf of Mexico . The resort sits directly on the Gulf on Longboat Key, so the balcony is a pleasant spot for morning coffee from the in-room coffee/tea maker.

Yes. With a king bed, a Gulf-facing balcony and robes in the room, it works well for romantic getaways, anniversaries and weekend escapes . The resort's infinity-edge pool, 16-person hot tub overlooking the Gulf and on-site dining add to the stay.

The private bathroom has a shower , towels, a hair dryer and bathrobes. Bath amenities are by Tammy Fender, which bring a touch of spa ritual to the room. Accessibility features include braille/raised signage, a grab bar near the toilet and a raised toilet seat .

A daily $40 resort fee covers two in-room bottled waters, wireless internet, in-room coffee, valet parking, pool towel service, fitness center access, a daily newspaper, two pool or beach lounges daily, business center use and unlimited local and toll-free calls. The room itself also has a refrigerator, an in-room safe, a desk, and daily housekeeping.

This is a standard room category in the Escalera Tower. The premium rooms are slightly larger and are located in the Opal Tower on the south side of the property. Choose the Escalera Tower room for a Gulf-facing balcony and a comfortable king-bed stay at the standard level.

Zota Beach Resort is directly on the Gulf with on-property beach access , and the signature infinity-edge, zero-entry pool is open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Viento Kitchen + Bar is on the second floor, and Cascades Pool Bar is beside the pool. Exact walking times from the room depend on its location in the tower.

Viento Kitchen + Bar serves breakfast daily from 7:00am to 11:00am and dinner from 5:00pm to 10:00pm, with a Happy Hour from 5:00pm to 6:30pm . Cascades Pool Bar offers lunch and light fare, with drinks from 11:00am until sunset. Room service is available during limited hours with menu selections from Viento. Breakfast carries a surcharge.

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM . Please bring a photo ID and the same card used to book, as a pre-authorization hold is placed on it. Zota is valet-parking only , with valet included in the resort fee. Pool and beach facilities are for registered guests, and personal audio devices are not permitted at the pool, beach or on balconies. Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is about 23–25 minutes away by car.

This room at Zota Beach Resort has a private balcony with a partial Gulf view . Zota sits directly on the Gulf on Longboat Key, so you get a glimpse of the water and the coastal light rather than a full, straight-on panorama. The balcony works well for morning coffee from the in-room coffee/tea maker. Personal audio or music devices are not permitted on balconies, which keeps the outdoor space calm.

The room has one king bed and a double sofa bed and sleeps up to 3 guests . It suits two guests comfortably, with the sofa bed giving a third person their own sleeping space. Premium bedding and fresh sheets are provided.

The private bathroom has a shower , towels, a hair dryer and bathrobes. Toiletries are from wellness brand Tammy Fender, which brings a spa-ritual touch to the room. The bathroom also has a grab bar near the toilet and a raised toilet seat , and the room has braille/raised signage.

A daily $40 resort fee covers valet parking, wireless internet, in-room coffee, two in-room bottled waters, pool towel service, fitness center access, a daily newspaper, two pool or beach lounges daily, business center use and unlimited local and toll-free calls. Breakfast is available but carries a surcharge, and there is a fee for beach umbrellas.

Viento Kitchen + Bar is on the second floor. It serves breakfast from 7:00 to 11:00 a.m. and dinner from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m., with a daily Happy Hour from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Its Floribbean menu blends Florida, Caribbean and Mediterranean flavors. Cascades Pool Bar serves lunch and light fare from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m., with drinks from 11:00 a.m. until sunset. Limited-hours room service is also available, drawing on Viento's menu.

The signature infinity-edge, zero-entry pool has Gulf-front views, lounge seating and poolside service, and is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. A 16-person hot tub overlooks the Gulf. The resort has on-property beach access, and two lounges a day are included in your resort fee. Pool and beach facilities are for registered resort guests.

Yes. Zota is popular for romantic getaways, anniversaries and weekend escapes . For a longer stay, the room has a refrigerator, a desk, an iron and ironing board, an in-room safe and daily housekeeping. A 24-hour fitness center is included in the resort fee.

Zota has no on-site spa , but the Tammy Fender bath products bring a spa-style touch to your room. Parking is valet only , with no self-parking option, and valet is included in the resort fee. Trailers, boats, RVs and jet skis cannot be accommodated.

Check-in is from 4:00 p.m. until midnight , and there is no after-hours check-in. Check-out is at 11:00 a.m. You will need a photo ID and the same card used to book, and a pre-authorization hold is placed on it. Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is about a 23–25 minute drive , and a taxi costs about $40 one way.

This room has a private balcony with a view over the resort pool . The signature pool is an infinity-edge, zero-entry design with Gulf-front views, lounge seating and poolside food and beverage service. It is open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, so you can see it from your balcony and reach it easily.

The room has two queen beds with premium bedding and sleeps up to five guests . It suits two couples travelling together or a group of friends who want separate beds. A desk and in-room safe add everyday practicality.

The room has a private bathroom with a shower , bathrobes, towels and a hair dryer. Toiletries are from the wellness brand Tammy Fender, which brings a touch of "spa ritual" to the room. Housekeeping visits daily.

Zota's premium rooms are slightly larger and are located in the Opal Tower on the south side of the property. The other tower is the Escalera Tower. Both are standard room categories. The Pool View Tower room is the choice if a balcony above the pool matters more to you than extra space.

A daily $40 resort fee covers valet parking, Wi-Fi, in-room coffee, two bottled waters, pool towel service, fitness centre access, a daily newspaper, two complimentary pool or beach lounges, business centre use and local and toll-free calls. Breakfast is available but carries a surcharge.

Zota sits directly on the Gulf on Longboat Key with on-property beach access. The pool and the 16-person hot tub overlooking the Gulf are on site. Viento Kitchen + Bar is on the second floor and serves breakfast from 7:00 to 11:00 AM and dinner from 5:00 to 10:00 PM. A happy hour runs from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. Cascades Pool Bar serves lunch and light fare by the pool, with drinks from 11:00 AM until sunset. Beach umbrellas carry a fee.

Yes. Zota offers in-room dining with selections from Viento Kitchen + Bar for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hours are limited, so it is worth planning ahead. The room also has a refrigerator and a coffee/tea maker for quieter mornings.

Check-in is from 4:00 PM until midnight and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The resort does not offer after-hours check-in. Instructions are emailed within 72 hours of arrival. Zota is valet-parking only , and the valet fee is included in the resort fee. Please bring a photo ID and the same card you used to book, as a pre-authorization hold is placed on it.

Zota has no on-site spa , but the Tammy Fender bath amenities in your room add a spa-style touch. A 24-hour fitness centre with large windows over the gardens is included in the resort fee. Well-mannered dogs are welcome, up to two per room. The fee is $100 per dog per night , and the resort's guidance is 30 pounds or less. Pets receive a mat, bowls, waste bags and dental treats.