Stayed for 6 nights May 11TH - May 17TH 2013 this is our 7th visit to this hotel , location is fabulous, yes the rooms are dated and are in need of a refurbishment but they are clean and comfortable and everything works as it should , the fridge in the room is good, this does not spoil the overall... More

I read some fairly bad reviews of this property and came in with lowered expectations but was pleasantly surprised. Make no mistake, the best thing about this hotel is the beach front location, but while the exterior isn't much to look at, the rooms are clean and spacious and give you a comfortable and relaxing sleep at night. As far... More

We did the "Road Trip from MN to FL" this past Feb 13; and this was one of our stops :-) We booked it the same day, which was a mistake, but the quick stay was wonderful. (**Hint: Compare the online prices and direct phone prices for best deals**) The grounds are very cool and remind me of 60's Mad... More

in my experience, it is difficult to find hotels that are actually right on the beach. once you step outside of the pool area, you are on the sand. the front desk was quick and friendly; the room service food was prompt and tasty. downsides to this hotel: it really is a motel as the room doors are along an... More

Excellent value and a well run hotel and one of the few in Sarasota that is on the beach, but recommend paying the substantial premium for a sea view room as some non sea view rooms looked directly onto the hotel's multi-storey car park and would have been dark. The sea view rooms were large and well fitted, although the... More

Not what we expected. After 2 weeks travelling Florida, our plan was a 4 star crash out with luxury. Maybe did not read the reviews correctly but we did eventually settle in and enjoy our stay. Asked for a move straight away as rooms were right beside kids pool , gift shop and rest rooms . They moved us over... More

This was the first time we stayed and can't wait to go back next year. The place was a little old but clean. The staff was excellent...could not hae been more helpful. The food and the bar tender were the best. So, if you want to walk out the door and be at the beach this is the place to... More

My second go around at staying the sandcastle. If you love sand , beach, hotel feet away from you, Great location and great service. Then you are at the right spot. Loaction location location. My rooms have always been very clean. Room service is quick and high quality. I have stayed all over florida. If you are looking for a... More

The Helmsley is right on the beach and has a great pool besides. The restaurant serves a delicious buffet breakfast also. The rooms are slightly dated but very clean and comfortable. This was my second stay here and I recommend it for the value and location.