We stayed here over Memorial day weekend due to a last minute trip to Florida to see my dying brother. My mom wanted something close to the beach and we just picked this motel looking at the pictures and the price on line. It is no where near any beach and down right depressing. The air conditioning really didn't work,... More

This hotel is very good for the price. Clean, spacious, safe, quiet, well located, friendly staff. Less than 5 minutes from Ringling Museum, 5 minutes from Downtown Sarasota and the Marina and 10 minutes from St. Armand's Circle and the beaches in Lido Key.(True, it's not next to the sand and the beaches but then you'll have to pay A... More

I made reservations for this hotel (which I will rename "Golden Gross") over a month ago which is why I was disappointed that the only room that was available when I got there was on the first floor and a crappy room overall. Although it was clean, it was old. Bathroom door would not close. Didn't care about that, but... More

i stayed at the hotel for about 2 weeks. i definetely would refer it to anyone who wants to come and spend some time in sarasota. it has really nice rooms and good prices. the receptionist will always help you and welcome you with a smile. the manager and owner is very nice and likes to have good relationships with... More

Besides that, the staff was wonderful. The room and the property were clean and well kept and it didn't stink! The price was reasonable, relative to Sarasota prices in general and I was happy to stay here for 4 nights. it was convenient to everything.

In Maine we call a place like this the woodshed!!!! The room (136) smelled of cigarettes, bathroom door dragged badly when attempting to close. Tub would not hold water. TV remote did not work. Will never book this hotel again. How this place got any good reviews is beyond my understanding unless they are visiting from a 3rd world country.

Good for the money. Very friendly and helpfull ladies at reception desk. Convenient location. I wish they had some fruits also for breakfast, that would have made it better. I recommended the hotel to some of my colleagues.

My family and I booked a week at Golden Host Resort and couldn't have been happier with our selection! The kids swam in the gorgeous pool, played shuffleboard and ran around the extensive grassy lawns all while me and my husband relaxed poolside. Very close to Ringling Museum & Jungle gardens, and beaches were a 10 minute drive away. We'll... More

I was coming to the end of my vacation and needed a place that was not overpriced (as it was Sarasota) and I just decided to stay at the Golden Host Resort. The reception lady was very pleasant and immediately made me realise I had made the right decision. Room was clean, huge and a lovely view of the pool,... More