About us
Located in the heart of downtown Sarasota, Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection features the Perspective Rooftop Pool Bar, Tzeva on-site restaurant, views of the city, a year-round outdoor pool and artful interactions not found anywhere else. Guests of this hotel in Sarasota will find sketchbooks, coloring pencils, and a ukulele in guest rooms. Local artists demonstrate their craft in our Artist’s Studio while guests look on. With on-site art installations, performances, and workshops, guests at this Sarasota hotel are invited to interact and be part of the experience. Free shuttle service within 3 miles to nearby Sarasota shopping, restaurants and beach. 24-hour Front Desk and a gift shop allow guests to enjoy their stay. Popular for biking, guests have free use of bicycles. Nearby Circus Sarasota Big Top is 2 miles from Art Ovation Hotel and nearby St. Armands Circle is 2.4 miles away. Ringling College of Art and Design is less than 2 miles away. Sarasota Bradenton Airport is 4.3 miles away.
Venue Details
ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandAutograph Collection
Built2018
Renovated-
Total meeting space5,976 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms162
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
AAA
Awards
Industry awards
Mark of the Year 2024 Autograph Collection by Marriott
Wedding Wire Couple's Choice Awards 2023
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Spa or salon
Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Taxi
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Piano
- Portable heaters
- Portable walls
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Need dates
Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events
Mar 1, 2026 - Mar 6, 2026
Mar 8, 2026 - Mar 12, 2026
Mar 15, 2026 - Mar 19, 2026
May 3, 2026 - May 7, 2026
May 17, 2026 - May 21, 2026
May 25, 2026 - May 28, 2026
Seasonal Availability
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High season
Jan 01 - Apr 05
Shoulder season
Oct 18 - Dec 30Apr 06 - Jul 05
Low season
Jul 06 - Oct 17
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Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
5,976 sq. ft.
Largest room
5,676 sq. ft.
Space (private)
6,664 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
8
Second largest room
4,032 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
2,880 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
5,580 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
8,630 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
5,976 sq. ft.
Largest room
5,676 sq. ft.
Space (private)
6,664 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
8
Second largest room
4,032 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
2,880 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
5,580 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
8,630 sq. ft.
Explore Meeting Rooms
Find the perfect room with setup charts and interactive 3D floor plans.
Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5,676 sq. ft. 88 x 65 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 550 | 78 | 350 | 425 | 500 | 342 | 84 | 245 | 102 | |
440 sq. ft. 20 x 22 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 40 | 18 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 30 | 24 | 21 | 24 | |
440 sq. ft. 20 x 22 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 40 | 18 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 30 | 24 | 21 | 24 | |
440 sq. ft. 20 x 22 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 40 | 18 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 30 | 24 | 21 | 24 | |
440 sq. ft. 20 x 22 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 40 | 18 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 30 | 24 | 21 | 24 | |
440 sq. ft. 20 x 22 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 40 | 18 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 30 | 24 | 21 | 24 | |
440 sq. ft. 20 x 22 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 40 | 18 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 30 | 24 | 21 | - | |
2,603 sq. ft. 63.5 x 41 sq. ft. | 18 ft. | 250 | 69 | 150 | 200 | 250 | 168 | 60 | 105 | 84 | |
1,056 sq. ft. 12 x 88 sq. ft. | 10 ft. | 75 | - | 60 | 75 | - | - | - | - | - |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
162
Single (1 bed)
101
Single (1 bed) rate
$179.00 - $999.00
Double (2 beds)
59
Double (2 beds) rate
$179.00 - $999.00
Suites
2
Tax rate
7%
Occupancy rate
6%
Total guest rooms
162
Single (1 bed)
101
Single (1 bed) rate
$179.00 - $999.00
Double (2 beds)
59
Double (2 beds) rate
$179.00 - $999.00
Suites
2
Tax rate
7%
Occupancy rate
6%
Location
Getting Here
From Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (11 minutes):
1. Turn right on to University Parkway off of Airport Circle for .3 miles
2. Turn left on to N Tamiami Trail for 3.1 miles
3. Turn left on Fruitville Road for .1 miles
4. Turn right on Cocoanut Avenue for .2 miles and destination is on the left
From Tampa International Airport (1 hour, 9 minutes):
1. Head north on Airport Recirculation Drive
2. Slight left onto George J Bean Outbound Pkwy/George J Bean Pkwy for 3.1 miles
3. Merge onto I-275 S and follow for 20.1 miles
4. Use the left 2 lanes to merge onto I-75 S toward Naples for 18.6 miles
5. Take exit 210 toward FL-780 W/Fruitville Road for 5.9 miles
6. Turn left onto Cocoanut Ave for .2 miles and the destination is on the left.
From Tampa Union Train Station (1 hour, 3 minutes):
1. Turn left onto the Hwy 618 Toll E/Selmon Expressway ramp for 7.8 miles
2. Use any lane to take exit 15A to merge onto I-75 S toward Naples for 42.4 miles
3. Take exit 210 toward FL-780 W/Fruitville Rd for 5.9 miles
4. Turn left onto Cocoanut Ave for .2 miles and the destination is on the left.
Distance from airport
3.7 mi
Distance from airport 3.7 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $40.00/day )
Valet parking
( $40.00/day )
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St. Armands Circle
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Renowned as a continental marketplace, the Circle is a charming and graceful synthesis of past and present, with its lush tropical plants, courtyards and patios, antique statuary and contemporary architectural design. Whether shopping for trinkets and treasures, high fashion or home décor, gourmet snacks to candlelit feasts under the stars, you’ll find it all on the Circle.
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5800 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota, FL, US 34243
Ringling College of Art and Design
University
2 mi
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2700 North Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL, US 34234
Boar's Head Provisions Co., Inc
Business district
1 mi
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Sarasota, FL, US 34236
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Valet Parking Only Nonsmoking property. Outside catering not allowed. Pets allowed with extra fee
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Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for Marriott International's sustainability & social impact strategy and 2025 goals information.
Does Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for the latest progress towards Marriott International's waste to landfill reduction and responsible sourcing goals
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi
Health and Safety
Were practices at Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations.
Does Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations.
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
The corporate sustainability team can help to offset customers' carbon footprints by contacting Sustainability@marriott.com.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
sustainability@marriott.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, Eliminated straws and stirrers
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Hotels following MI Cleaning Protocals
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for the latest progress on Marriott International's community engagement efforts.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi
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