Hotels in Longboat Key, Florida

Longboat Key overview

Longboat Key is a relaxing place known for its beaches and natural features, and surrounded by picturesque views of the sea and wildlife. You'll enjoy the abundant bar and café choices. Spend a relaxing day at Sarasota Jungle Gardens and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens when the weather is nice. Make some time to see popular sights such as University of South Florida Sarasota and Mote Marine Aquarium. Whatever you're into, Longboat Key has something for you.

Where to stay in Longboat Key

Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Longboat Key has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Longboat Key with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our maps display the areas and neighborhoods around all Longboat Key hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Longboat Key hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

How to get to Longboat Key

Fly in to Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.), 5 mi (8 km) from downtown Longboat Key.

What to see around Longboat Key

Fun outdoor activities are on hand along with these attractions:

• • Cannons Marina
• • Marina Jack
• • Historic Bridge Street Pier
• • Bradenton Beach Marina
• • Siesta Key Marina

Its beaches and wildlife are well known, and favorite spots for nature lovers include:

• • Sarasota BayWalk
• • Sarasota Jungle Gardens
• • Beer Can Island
• • Coolidge Park
• • Pioneer Park

Some popular places in the area to visit include:

• • University of South Florida Sarasota
• • Mote Marine Aquarium
• • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
• • St. Armands Circle
• • Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

When to visit Longboat Key

If you're still deciding when to visit, here are the seasonal norms to help you plan:

Seasonal temperature averages

• January-March: 79°F day, 51°F night
• April-June: 90°F day, 60°F night
• July-September: 91°F day, 71°F night
• October-December: 87°F day, 52°F night

Seasonal rainfall averages

• January-March: 9.45 inches
• April-June: 12.91 inches
• July-September: 26.38 inches
• October-December: 7.52 inches