9.2 Superb Based on 117 reviews
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"A lakeside patio with whirlpool, fire pit, and pond sits behind this hotel. Walk to Mall at UTC shopping and dining. Best for shopping-focused road-trippers, less so for anyone relying on consistent elevator performance."

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Check-in
4 Sept 2026
Check-out
5 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota At University Town Center

  • Heated pool & whirlpool
    Open year-round
  • Bistro with lake view
    Starbucks & local craft beers
  • Lakeside fire pit
    Evening gatherings
  • Pet-friendly policy
    Through BringFido
  • 24-hour fitness center
    Cardio & free weights
  • Near Siesta Key Beach
    5 miles to white sand

Overview

Boasting 3 courtyards, the comfortable Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota At University Town Center Desoto Lakes hotel is nestled in a shopping neighborhood, merely 0.6 miles from The Mall at University Town Center. Featuring a prime location near a boat dock, this Desoto Lakes hotel includes a lounge bar along with a spa bathtub and a hot tub.

The hotel is located in a business area of Desoto Lakes, around a 10-minute drive from Conservatory Park. Orlando is 104 miles from the 3-star Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota At University Town Center hotel, while the 600-acre Nathan Benderson Park is 1.4 miles away. Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to University Place Community Park, located 18 minutes' stroll away. This accommodation also grants access to family attractions like Circus Sarasota, which are just 0.6 miles away. For those traveling from afar, Sarasota Bradenton International airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

There are 132 rooms at the designer Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota At University Town Center Desoto Lakes, each of them has an air conditioner, as well as entertainment amenities such as complimentary wireless internet and a LCD TV set. There is also an en suite bathroom. The private bathrooms at the Desoto Lakes hotel have a separate toilet and a shower.

Every morning of your stay at the Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota At University Town Center Desoto Lakes you will be treated with a healthy made-to-order breakfast. There is an American restaurant onsite, specializing in American cuisine. The onsite bar has a lounge and is decorated with a fireplace. The accommodation is fairly close to Pei Wei Asian Diner and offers a broad selection of meals.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 12:00
  • Hotel class
    3 stars
Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota At University Town Center
Our tips

Should you book Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota At University Town Center?

Perfect if you
  • Want free private parking without a reservation, available directly at the hotel.
  • Prefer an on-site Starbucks and a bistro serving breakfast, dinner, local craft beers, and evening entertainment.
  • Need 24-hour gym access to work out on your own schedule.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect lunch service on-site - The Bistro only serves breakfast and dinner.
Best for
  • A lakeside courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and a fire pit
  • A Bistro that offers private dining nooks with TVs and chef-inspired menus

Facilities of Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota At University Town Center

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
Leisure & Sports
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course
Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota At University Town Center Guest Services
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture

Policies

Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota At University Town Center applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 12:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • Maximum capacity of cribs in a room is 1.

Frequently asked questions

Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area lies in the center of the city, a 25-minute stroll of Nathan Benderson Park.
To rent a room in Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area you will need to spend about $298.
Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area provides high-speed internet access throughout the property.
Sarasota Bradenton International is the closest airport and it is situated within 0.5 miles from Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area.
Popular spots near Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area include Main Street At Lakewood Ranch, Nathan Benderson Park, The Mall at University Town Center, among others.
Restaurants near Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area include Jersey Mike's Subs and Pei Wei Asian Diner.
Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area will accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express as well as other payment methods.
Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area provides such facilities as an outdoor swimming pool, allergy-free rooms and a golf course.
Some rooms of Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area welcome guests with the following facilities:
  • a sitting area
  • a mini refrigerator
  • ironing facilities
  • a writing table
  • an ergonomic chair
  • smoke detectors
  • a separate toilet
  • an electronic key card
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Guests are welcome to stay at Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area with their pets.
Yes, some of the rooms at Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area come with an workspace.
Yes, Courtyard By Marriott Sarasota University Park/Lakewood Ranch Area does have an elevator.

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