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Hotel Ranola

118 Indian Place, Sarasota, FL 34236
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Hotel Ranola
Ranked #5 of 47 hotels in Sarasota
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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New York
Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

Tucked away, just blocks from many restaurants, boutiques, etc is this little gem of a hotel. Our apartment was bigger than many city apartments-eat in kitchen, living room, bar area, king size bedroom, with sitting room next to the bathroom. Spotlessly clean. Parking on site. We were really happy with our choice. My only complaint, and this is my ONLY... More

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Ledyard, CT
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

Room 4 (Fit for a Queen) was beautifully furnished and the kitchen was basic but very appreciated, Full size fridge and coffee maker for AM. Bed comfortable. 5-15 min walk from most restaurants and Whole Foods. Vibe at front desk a little more straightlaced than decor in pics would suggest, but pleasant overall. Can't imagine I'll be back in Sarasota... More

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Londonderry, New Hampshire
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20 reviews 20 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

Just got back from a conference at Ritz Carlton where most of the attendees stayed on site. And guess what. I had what they had plus so much more. I had huge room, comfy bed, luxurious shower, full kitchen, wifi, flat screen infused with 1930's art deco charm. At the end of each day, others went back to their rooms... More

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Silver Spring, Maryland
Top Contributor
55 reviews 55 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
182 helpful votes 182 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

We spent one night here and we loved it. It's a great location, right in downtown. You can walk to lots of restaurants. With the Whole Foods nearby, you can pick up some tasty food to keep in your refridgerator. The bed is comfortable and the room is cozy with hard wood floors and modern decor. We definitely liked this... More

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Irvine, California
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

This beautifully positioned apartment/condo hotel in the middle of town offers a old charm. The place is roomy and comfortable with eclectic modern features. The king bed is great and it is quiet to boot. The ower/manager kathy couldn't be more friendly and helpful. Would visit the town again and stay here.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2013

The weather in Philly this winter has been brutal but all that was forgotten when we checked in to the Hotel Ranola. Though our flight was delayed 3 hours and we arrived late, Kathy graciously waited around to greet us. She showed us into our "apartment" and we were delighted with all the amenities, especially the kitchen. Kathy really knows... More

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Ljubljana, Slovenia
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2013

This was our first visit of the city and day before arriving we found this lovely hotel downtown Sarasota on TripAdvisor. Absolutely beautiful room to rent with kitchen and bathroom was spacious and comfortable. Definitely a place to stay! Kathy and Lou are great hosts, very friendly and helpful. We were also able to park our car just in front... More

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Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2012

My husband and I live in Fort Myers and have frequently traveled to Sarasota for the day to hang out in Siesta Key or in St Armands Circle, get some beach time and have some local food before heading back home for the night. We never had the pleasure of staying overnight or for a weekend until this past wknd... More

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Helsinki, Finland
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21 reviews 21 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

Owners of this place really go that extra mile for you. We got nothing but great service from them and felt really welcome here. Got good nights sleep and enjoyed breakfast at our rooms own kitchen. Location is really good and we would be happy to come back.

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Orlando, Florida
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 October 2012

This vintage hotel was a real treat. My husband selected it for my birthday weekend in Sarasota. He did well! It's art deco meets industrial meets historic. The Innkeeper was so sweet to have a bouquet of fresh cut roses in our room when we arrived to the surprise of me and my husband! The room size was generous, with... More

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Additional Information about Hotel Ranola

Also Known As:
Ranola Hotel Sarasota
Hotel Ranola Sarasota, Florida
Address: 118 Indian Place, Sarasota, FL 34236
Region: United States > Florida > Sarasota
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Suites
Hotel Style:
#2 Best Value Hotels in Sarasota
#2 Romantic Hotels in Sarasota
Price range (per night): S$152 - 180
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Only hotel in the heart of Downtown Sarasota, Florida. Walk to dozens of fabulous restaurants. Shops, galleries, etc. Full kitchens, sitting area, spacious rooms. Pillowtop mattresses, luxurious linens, flat screen TVs, Wi-Fi and more. Minutes to beaches. ... more   less 
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