The Helmsley Sandcastle Hotel offers moderately priced accommodations on Lido Beach in Sarasota and near the beautiful St. Armands Circle with multiple restaurants and boutique shopping. Located approximately seven miles from Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport. Nearby attractions include the Mote Aquarium, Marina Jacks and downtown SarasotaHotel amenities include two outdoor pools, water sports, private beach, a restaurant, lounge, sport court, shuffleboard, and a gift shop. Each room offers air-conditioning, cable TV, coffeemaker, dataports, hairdryer, in-room safe, iron, ironing board, and telephone.